Taking the Leap
by Pema Chödrön
Chödrön on shenpa, the hook of habitual reaction, and the pause that frees us from it. Short and practical; the clearest statement of her core teaching.
Read it if…
you want one practice for breaking reactive habits.
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Skip it if…
you want a longer treatment; see When Things Fall Apart.
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Three things you will actually use
- Feel the hook.
- Pause instead of react.
- Patience is the leap.
Do this first
Notice the hook three times today and pause for three breaths.
Our verdict
The pause that frees.
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