Why Self-Hatred Makes No Sense | Matthew Brensilver

This episode explores a compelling Buddhist question: does self-hatred, or self-love, make sense if the self is an illusion? Matthew Brensilver, PhD, is a clinical social worker and experienced teacher of meditation retreats. He also worked at an organization called Mindful Schools, which teaches teachers how to teach meditation. This episode also explores: • How and why to view your anger with skepticism • The relationship between self-love and personal ethics • What to do if you think you’re a good person but have no interest in changing your behavior to get better • How to handle a nagging sense of moral un-justifiability • And how Matthew has arrived at a place of relative peace with his own mortality. Join Dan’s online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel