If you’ve ever wanted to live a more beautiful, peaceful life, then do we have the Joseph and the Way of Forgiveness show for you. &nbsp; Today I’ll be talking with Stephen Mitchell, a brilliant author and interpreter of books including Tao Te Ching, Gilgamesh, The Iliad, The Odyssey, Beowulf, the co-author of three beautiful books with his wife Byron Katie, and the author of one of the most beautiful reads I’ve ever had&nbsp; the privilege of coming across, “Joseph and the Way of Forgiveness” &nbsp; That is just what I want to talk with him about today, about a profound tale to open your heart and ease your life.&nbsp; &nbsp; Key Points Discussed:&nbsp;  How to bring more forgiveness into our lives (03:08) Has forgiveness always come easy to you? (03:23) The inner wisdom that would pull Joseph to do things and that was there for his highest good (10:34) The central moment: When Joseph choose not to blame his brothers for throwing him into the pit (12:10) The freeing realization that can lift condemnation from ourselves and the rest of the world (17:29) What does “May your will be done” mean? (20:57) Using God’s name as a synonym for reality and getting out of the human image of God (24:31) Accepting what is and seeing every situation as the best that could possibly be happening (31:42) How everything that appeared to be the worst thing for Joseph actually served him (37:57) The many years of intensive Zen practice and practice of “The Work” that changed Stephen’s life? (47:36) The meaning of “The Great Hymn to the Sun” (58:53) How important is it to forgive everyone in our lives? (01:02:58)  &nbsp; To find out more visit:   - Joseph and the Way of Forgiveness   &nbsp;- Order Michael Sandler's new book, "AWE, the Automatic Writing Experience" &nbsp;  ……. Follow Michael and Jessica’s exciting journey and get even more great tools, tips, and behind-the-scenes access. Go to&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; For free meditations, weekly tips, stories, and similar shows visit:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; We’ve got NEW Merch! -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Follow Inspire Nation, and the lives of Michael and Jessica, on Instagram -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Find us on TikTok -&nbsp;&nbsp;

Best Practices To Open Your Heart and Ease Your Life with Stephen Mitchell, Husband of Byron Katie

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