Let People Be Who They Are - Fall Asleep to Buddhist Teachings & Zen Stories for Peace & Letting Go

Tonight we explore what the Buddha and the Zen masters understood about the people closest to us, and why the ones we love are so often the ones we find hardest to accept. Through calm Buddhist stories and Zen teachings for sleep, we look at judgment, blame, and the wish for others to change, and discover the freedom that comes from letting people be who they are.
This episode draws on more than two thousand years of Buddhist wisdom: teachings on compassion, mindful listening, right speech, acceptance, and the deep connection between us that judgment hides from view. It is a long, slow journey for anyone lying awake with a relationship on their mind, and for anyone who simply wants a peaceful voice to rest with.
Designed for deep relaxation, sleep, and gentle reflection. No prior knowledge of Buddhism or meditation is needed.
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Original script, stories and commentary written and produced by Midnight Monk. ✨🧘🌙