The Place of Acceptance

Sean FargoPublished February 18, 2018 · Updated April 15, 2024 · 1 min read

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Closely related guided meditations to practice with right now — plus free scripts you can read aloud, teach, or record.

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Part 5: Feeling Acceptance

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Part 1: Welcoming This Moment

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Part 4: How to Accept Life As It Unfolds

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Ajahn distinguishes loving kindness from liking and fundamental acceptance. We need to free the heart from restrictions as it’s the place of acceptance.

Sean Fargo

Founder, Mindfulness Exercises

Sean Fargo is a mindfulness teacher and founder of Mindfulness Exercises, a global platform offering evidence-based resources and teacher certification. A former Buddhist monk in the Thai Theravada tradition, he bridges contemplative wisdom with modern psychology to make mindfulness practical at work and in life. Sean has mentored under Jack Kornfield for five years and supported leaders at organizations such as Reddit, PG&E, and DocuSign. Through online trainings, guided meditations, and mentorship, he has helped thousands of educators, clinicians, and coaches bring mindfulness to diverse communities. Sean’s mission is simple and ambitious: expand access to authentic, science-informed practice while cultivating compassion, clarity, and resilience. Today, Mindfulness Exercises serves millions with free and premium tools, empowering individuals and teams to lead with presence and purpose.

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Part 5: Feeling Acceptance

Part 1: Welcoming This Moment

Part 4: How to Accept Life As It Unfolds

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