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Love for imperfect things, how to accept yourself in a world striving for perfection, Haemin Sunim ; translated by Deborah Smith and Haemin Sunim ; artwork by Lisk Feng

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Love for imperfect things, how to accept yourself in a world striving for perfection, Haemin Sunim ; translated by Deborah Smith and Haemin Sunim ; artwork by Lisk Feng

Language

eng

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no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Love for imperfect things

Oclc number

1029864326

Responsibility statement

Haemin Sunim ; translated by Deborah Smith and Haemin Sunim ; artwork by Lisk Feng

Sub title

how to accept yourself in a world striving for perfection

Summary

How do you respond to the pressures of life? Haemin Sunim argues that only by accepting yourself-- and the flaws that make you who you are-- can you have compassionate and fulfilling relationships with your partner, your family, and your friends. He believes that, when you care for yourself first, the world begins to find you worthy of care. -- adapted from jacket

Table Of Contents

Prologue -- Self-care. Don't be too good ; Your existence is already enough -- Family. "Please look after Mom" ; Understanding our fathers -- Empathy. The power of hugs ; Listening is an act of love -- Relationships. On a Zen retreat ; Dealing with disappointment -- Courage. To my beloved young friends ; The first failure -- Healing. When forgiveness is hard ; "Haemin, I am a little depressed" -- Enlightenment. The mind's true home ; My spiritual journey -- Acceptance. The art of letting go ; Lessons from life's low point

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