Stop Being Soft to Everyone | A Buddhist Story

🧠 Understanding the balance between compassion and discernment in Buddhist teachings.

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How do you balance compassion and setting boundaries in your own life? Have you ever noticed these cues in your conversations? Drop your answers below!

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⌛ Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:44 - The Profound Teachings of Gautam Buddha
01:25 - The Four Noble Truths
04:10 - The Middle Way and Setting Boundaries
05:29 - The Parable of the Raft
08:07 - The Parable of the Mustard Seed
09:29 - The Art of Skillful Means
11:00 - Embracing Impermanence
12:24 - Mindfulness and Self-Compassion
13:20 - Cultivating Equanimity
14:28 - Conclusion

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In this video, we delve into the nuanced teachings of Gautam Buddha on the importance of balancing compassion with discernment. While kindness and gentleness are often emphasized in human interactions, Buddhism teaches us that there are times when it is essential to go beyond gentleness. This exploration provides a deep understanding of Buddha's Four Noble Truths and how they relate to the idea of not being gentle with everyone.

We begin by discussing the fundamental principles of Buddhism, including the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. These teachings highlight the nature of suffering and the path to overcoming it, emphasizing the need to address the root causes of suffering rather than merely alleviating symptoms through excessive gentleness. The concept of the Middle Way is central to this discussion, illustrating the balance between compassion and setting necessary boundaries.

The video also explores powerful Buddhist parables, such as the parables of the raft and the mustard seed, which offer profound insights into when to apply gentleness and when to embrace a more discerning approach. By understanding the impermanence of emotions and relationships, and through the practice of mindfulness and self-compassion, we learn how to cultivate equanimity and respond with wisdom in all our interactions. This balanced approach is key to achieving true compassion and inner peace.

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[iRedditTales]

For those reading this right now, remember, you cannot get well in the same environment that made you ill. Hope this helps you today.

[AwakeningAscendancy]

*The wisdom of Buddhism is like a guiding light in my life. 🕊 It's about embracing the present moment and spreading kindness. 💖*

[bhaviniparmar]

We are taught to always be kind to everyone and end up being taken advantage of at times, but this teaching is so powerful! Thankyou again for the wisdom!

[katlehomacholo]

This video resonates with me.... I hate how my gentleness always places me in a position to be used 😭😭😭😭

[ggates]

Although this video wasn't what I was expecting, it's nice to see an approach to Buddhism that's not all “sunshine and rainbows.”

[buddhabloomvn]

5:20 💫 "Understanding karma from this perspective really helps me reflect on my actions. Thank you!"

[AwakenwithBuddhasWords]

I really admire how you convey knowledge about Buddhism; it’s fantastic! 📿

[noona]

Buddhist teachings is so practical. How one can apply in every situation, everyday. Such great wisdom that brings PEACE in today's chaotic world.

[storyBuddhas]

"This video made me smile and appreciate the beauty of life around me."

[innerlightvalley]

I am grateful for a great lessons!
Sharing a lesson (formular) from my zen teachers so we can apply to solve life problems
1. Listening
2. Understanding = love
3. knowledge
4. Logical or rational
5. Wisdom
6. Compassion
7. Courage

[pappathyrackan]

This story has taught me to go through life accepting how to live abalanced life ❤ Thank you

[rachel]

Sometimes the only way to successfully set boundaries after using all appropriate methods of skillful means requires the use of being harsh. This will ensure the person finally realizes your boundaries which are, at this point, impenetrable.

[NK-jxoc]

This video has changed my life in a way I cannot explain. Thank you for teaching the importance of the middles way and not clinging to the rigidity of being overly gentle. It’s so important to be authentic while being compassionate

[motivemystic]

Wow, this Buddhist story really spoke to me. It reminded me of the importance of not being afraid to stand up for yourself and not let others take advantage of your kindness. It's so easy to get caught up in being "soft" to everyone, but this story inspires me to find a balance between being compassionate and asserting boundaries. Thank you for sharing this enlightening video!

[ZenInsights-vpnb]

"Thank you for the sharing. It's so inspiring. 🙏👍

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[soulhealingquotes]

It is your determination and persistence that will make you a successful person..
Good job and all the BEST to you.

[beamnelson]

It's profound to learn Excessive Compassion = Enabling (that's crippling the person to be stuck in their ruts).

Also, that's divine confirmation to emphasize that one can't heal in the place where they got sick, to begin with!

God, please expand my horizon & equip me with insights to see my stop line + confidence to execute healthy boundaries. In Yeshua's Name, I pray. 🛐 Amen!🙏

[amolpawar]

It is really going to change my life. For the whole of my life I was excessively soft with everyone but unfortunately they took disadvantage of my nature. This story is immensely inspiring.

Thank you for sharing. ❤

[angeladallimore]

Wise words, However it's hard to change your nature, Sometimes you need to put a hard shell on your back, certainly in today's world, As people see your kindness for weakness

[kingmo]

Especially true for the simps! Stop being a simp to women.