Don't Bite the Hook: Finding Freedom from Anger, Resentment, and Other Destructive Emotions @ richardeward.com

Don't Bite the Hook: Finding Freedom from Anger, Resentment, and Other Destructive Emotions
by Pema Chodron
from Shambhala Audio

Features:

• Audiobook

Customer Reviews:

• Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0

• Don't Bite the Hook
  This recording is ok. I had not heard Pema speak before and she does have an engaging speakers voice. I was disappointed however as I did not realize this recording is mostly about interpreting verses from Shantideva's writings. I wanted more practical advice (from a buddhist perspective) on how to deal with anger. I don't believe this recording provided that. Would I buy it again knowing what I know now? No, there is not a lot of substance to it.

• Don't Bite the Hook
  Good practical advice that allows you to get to know yourself. This CD helps you to practice spiritual principles in our daily lives. Loved it!

• Philosophy delivered in common sense style
  Pema Chodron explains the Buddhist philosophy in this as well as her many other CDs in a clear, relevant manner with just the right touch of humor relating to the human condition. She has mastered the philosophy, yet her modesty lets the listener know that she has been where we listeners often are. Easier to absorb than reading, for me, and a lot more fun. A great way to clear the mind at night when trying to get negative thoughts out of my head and helpful to prepare for sleep. I actually fall asleep with... more info

• Excellent content--defective recording
  This is an advisory not a review. The content of these three CD's is excellent. When Pema speaks there is a continual popping-clicking sound which is not present when Robert Walker the reader speaks. This indicates to me a defect in the original recording, perhaps in her attached microphone. I'm surprised these weren't picked up by the sound technicians and the noises eliminated during the recording. These odd sounds exist through the entire recording and for me were disconcerting.
  Listening to Pema... more info

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