What It Takes to Believe You're Good Enough with Lodro Rinzler

In this episode, Lodro Rinzler discusses what it takes to believe you're good enough. He explains how guilt, shame, and negative emotions can become mistaken identity markers, and how meditation helps us recognize our inherent goodness. Lodro also shares personal stories about releasing shame, taking responsibility for past mistakes, and the Buddhist concept that we are fundamentally good but obscured by life's challenges. A Weekly Bite of Wisdom: Want to go deeper with the ideas we explore on The One You Feed? Every Wednesday, Eric shares a short, practical email that turns insights about mental health, relationships, purpose, habits, and personal growth into simple practices you can use right away. You'll also receive our Weekend Podcast Playlist featuring a recap of the week's episodes. It's free, takes about a minute to read, and is enjoyed by thousands of readers each week. Sign up at oneyoufeed.net/newsletter. Exciting News!!! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life is out NOW! Order today!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Key Takeaways: Discussion of Lodo Rinzler's new book, You Are Good Enough. You Are Enough. Exploration of themes related to guilt and shame. The impact of modern distractions on mindfulness and presence. Identification with negative emotional states and their effects on identity. The role of meditation in recognizing and addressing negative mental patterns. Personal anecdotes illustrating the struggle with guilt and the journey of personal growth. The importance of expanding one's identity beyond limiting labels. Philosophical perspectives on human nature and basic goodness. Practical steps for cultivating mindfulness and compassion in daily life. The significance of holding a nuanced view of oneself and others in fostering healing and connection. For full show notes:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoyed this conversation with Lodro Rinzler, you might also enjoy these other episodes: Meditation for Anxious People with Lodro Rinzler Lodro Rinzler (Episode from 2014) Hardcore Zen with Brad Warner By purchasing products and/or services from our sponsors, you are helping to support The One You Feed, and we greatly appreciate it. Thank you! This episode is sponsored by: ⁠⁠Brodo Broth⁠⁠: Shop the best broth on the planet with Brodo. Head to ⁠⁠Brodo.com/TOYF⁠⁠ for 20% off your first subscription order and use code TOYF for an additional $10 off. ⁠Quince:⁠⁠ Refresh your wardrobe with Quince by going to ⁠⁠Quince.com/feed⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Aura Frames⁠: Named by Wirecutter, you can save on the gifts moms love by visiting AuraFrames.com. For a limited time, listeners can get 25 dollars off their best-selling Carver Mat frame with code FEED. Support the show by mentioning us at checkout! ⁠Rocket Money⁠ Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at ⁠rocketmoney.com/feed⁠. ⁠Taskrabbit:⁠ When life happens, your to-do list grows. Get ahead of it now and get fifteen dollars off your first task at ⁠Taskrabbit.com⁠ or on the Taskrabbit app using promo code FEED. Taskers book up fast, especially for same-day tasks, so book trusted home help today. ⁠Hello Fresh⁠ – Get 10 free meals + a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box. Offer valid while supplies last. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This episode is 59:07 long.

This episode was published on Jun 2, 2026.

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