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EPISODE · Sep 3, 2025 · 47 MIN

Dr. Harvey Aronson on anger, Buddhism and cross-cultural misunderstandings

from Buddhist Wisdom, Modern Life · host Claire Villarreal, PhD

In this insightful episode, we explore the nuanced teachings of anger within Buddhist practice, particularly how Western students may misinterpret traditional advice like "don't get angry." Join us as Dr. Harvey Aronson, also known as Lama Namgyal Dorje, offers a cross-cultural perspective that bridges Eastern wisdom with Western understanding. Discover how to navigate anger with awareness and compassion, transforming it into a source of personal growth and spiritual insight. Tune in to deepen your understanding of this powerful emotion and its role in your spiritual journey.Links to resources:Harvey/Lama Namgyal’s upcoming teaching series at Dawn Mountain: https://www.dawnmountain.org/teaching-tuesdays-2/Dawn Mountain’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@dawnmountain/featuredAnd their podcast:https://blubrry.com/dawnmountain/His book, Buddhist Practice on Western Ground: https://www.shambhala.com/buddhist-practice-on-western-ground-2842.htmlOther suggestions: Outshining Trauma: https://www.shambhala.com/outshining-trauma.html

In this insightful episode, we explore the nuanced teachings of anger within Buddhist practice, particularly how Western students may misinterpret traditional advice like "don't get angry." Join us as Dr. Harvey Aronson, also known as Lama Namgyal Dorje, offers a cross-cultural perspective that bridges Eastern wisdom with Western understanding. Discover how to navigate anger with awareness and compassion, transforming it into a source of personal growth and spiritual insight. Tune in to deepen your understanding of this powerful emotion and its role in your spiritual journey.Links to resources:Harvey/Lama Namgyal’s upcoming teaching series at Dawn Mountain: https://www.dawnmountain.org/teaching-tuesdays-2/Dawn Mountain’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@dawnmountain/featuredAnd their podcast:https://blubrry.com/dawnmountain/His book, Buddhist Practice on Western Ground: https://www.shambhala.com/buddhist-practice-on-western-ground-2842.htmlOther suggestions: Outshining Trauma: https://www.shambhala.com/outshining-trauma.html

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