WHAT FACING DEATH TAUGHT ME ABOUT LIFE

In this episode, we hear the inspiring journey of Gen Lingpur, a Buddhist nun whose life took an unexpected turn after a routine medical check-up. For years, she thrived in her career and enjoyed a fulfilling life. But everything changed when she was diagnosed with cancer. Faced with fear and uncertainty, she began searching for deeper answers to make sense of her situation. It was during this time of searching that Gen Lingpur discovered Kadampa Buddhism. The teachings offered the wisdom she had been looking for—giving her a profound understanding of suffering, impermanence, and the true nature of life. As she began to embrace these teachings, she found a peace that helped her face her diagnosis with newfound peace and clarity. Over time, her journey of healing became more than just about surviving illness—it led her to find a deeper meaning, happiness and joy in life. 00:00 - Introduction & Setting the Context Welcome and introduction to Gen Lingpur's story of hope and inspiration through adversity. 00:10 - Career Success & Leukemia Diagnosis Gen Lingpur reflects on her career peak and the life-changing diagnosis of chronic myelogenous leukemia in 1993. 02:18 - Emotional Impact & Existential Questions Contemplating mortality, materialism, and the search for life’s meaning after the diagnosis. 03:59 - Discovering Buddhism & "Joyful Path of Good Fortune" The pivotal moment of finding Buddhist teachings and the book that transformed her perspective. 06:54 - Journey with Buddhism & Helping Others Transition to altruistic living, teaching at a Buddhist center, and supporting those facing death. 08:08 - Confronting Mortality & Sustaining Death Awareness How death awareness reshaped priorities and brought lasting inner peace. 11:17 - Compassion & Altruistic Living Insights on universal suffering, cherishing others, and the rewards of selfless action. 13:35 - Key Life Lessons & Internal Transformation The importance of cultivating inner happiness and reducing negative mental habits. 16:01 - Advice for Hopelessness & Facing Death Gen Ling-po’s guidance for finding meaning and transforming fear into purposeful living. 23:55 - Closing Remarks & Gratitude Final reflections and appreciation for the conversation’s impact. Book reference: Joyful Path of Good Fortune https://kadampa.org/book/joyful-path-of-good-fortune The participants of these podcasts are practicing meditation according to the New Kadampa Tradition, which has over a thousand meditation centers worldwide. See more https://kadampa.org/ Gen Lingpur teaches at Kadampa Meditation Center Arizona https://www.meditationintucson.org/ WANT MORE? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_U5J8JlJq2Y Find a meditation center near you https://kadampa.org/nkt-center-search/?lang=en Listen to teaching clips: youtube.com/nktikbu https://open.spotify.com/show/5QPCFEyZz74nOHZbQr1B4z Follow the Modern Buddhism Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/modernbuddhismpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernbuddhismpodcast/ TIkTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernbuddhismpodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lgQNhbjMGoHOxBnjkfmK4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/519b6d69-b6ed-46b2-ab56-ebaf59adf96e/the-modern-buddhism-podcast #modernbuddhismpodcast #buddhism #podcast #myjourney #SelfGrowth #meaningoflife #InnerPeace #MentalHealth #Wellness #Happiness #Love #PowerOfMeditation #BetterConnections #meditation #ClarityAndFocus #MeditationForHappiness #StressFreeLife #transformyourmindset #newkadampatradition #kadampabuddhism Subscribe to get notifications of new videos.