Everything Is Okay: A Dharma Talk with Dr. Cheryl

When you've had a hope or a plan and that hasn't played out the way you thought—you’ve been disappointed or angry or deeply hurt—it behooves you to be a good scientist. Ask yourself: When do I get upset when things change? When am I more at ease when things change? In today’s episode of Sex, Love, and Elephants, I’m giving you a front row seat to my most recent Dharma talk. I’m teaching you the importance of rolling with the punches and staying at ease when your plans don’t meet your original expectations, and I’m also exploring the journey of aging with a treasured companion and ultimately working toward letting them go at the end of their life.  Tune in and learn that whether it’s a burnt casserole, a rain-drenched hike, or a profoundly broken heart, we all have the choice to manage our reactions.  In This Episode, You Will Learn: I recently had an incredible opportunity to spend two weeks housesitting in Hawaii with my dear friend (03:17) You can’t let plans gone awry ruin your beautiful day (06:00) Think of a time when you were deeply disappointed—how did you react? (12:45) We've got the ability to choose and to work with our reaction (18:55) In the present moment, there's no pain, there's no sadness, there's no clinging and wanting things to be different (26:26) Look at the waves in life and realize that this is only temporary turbulence (36:27) This week’s LoveByte (01:01:27) Want to learn more about Buddhism and Love relationships? Check out my book Buddha’s Bedroom  Got a question or topic you’d like me to cover in an upcoming episode? Email me at [email protected] Interested in the 2023 session of my Become Passion 12-week online immersion program for couples? Learn more and get on the waitlist to be notified HERE! Let’s Connect! About Me Website - Sign up for Weekly LoveBytes here  Facebook Page   Youtube If you want to rate your relationship, take the Passion Quiz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.