The Difficult Practice

Mary answers the question, "How do we offer Loving Kindness to those that commit atrocities?" This is a common question, and is especially relevant right now. The heart practices do not ask us to ignore feelings or emotions that arise when faced with the violence and oppression so rampant today. Instead we are invited to greet whatever shows up and reflect on where we are and how we are holding our own pain. The heart practices invite us into our own healing which allows us to open to others. Recorded Jan. 10, 2026 in the virtual world Send me a text with any questions or comments! Include your name and email if you would like a response - it's not included automatically. Thanks. Visit Mary's website for more info on classes and teachings.

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The Difficult Practice is an episode from Undefended Dharma with Mary Stancavage by Mary Stancavage.

This episode is 18:51 long.

This episode was published on Jan 13, 2026.

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