E9: Kind, Necessary & True -- Right Speech at Work & Life

The Game of Zen

In this episode, you'll discover how the act of mindful listening can shape your speech and relationships. Dig deeper into the concept of right action and understand its importance in daily interactions. Be inspired to consider the intricacies of right livelihood as we share examples from our own lives, ranging from involvement in charity events to practicing Buddhist vows. The hosts invite you to reflect on your motivations and assess your career or vocation through the lens of the Eightfold Path.

02:39 Right speech means being truthful, kind, necessary. We are all in this together.

07:04 Using right speech to help entrepreneurs. How do you create a good pitch to investors.

08:15 Intention for right speech and its impact on others. Is it kind, Is it necessary. Is it true?

11:41 Nonviolent communication empowers personal responsibility in relationships.

15:24 What is Right Action? Abstaining from harm, stealing, and more.

19:25 Assessing motivations and consequences of our actions. Honest reflection about ourself.

24:45 Being mindful, authentic, kind, and helpful is right action in daily interactions, not making a million dollars.

27:44 Paul's journey with his Buddhist vows; conquer alcohol dependency.

31:25 Zen story about a teacher who approves dignified butchering as livelihood.

35:05 Reflect on speech, action - kind, true, necessary. Assess livelihood's impact - now, short, long-term. Capture insights from meditation for discussion.

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