In this talk, Donald Rothberg explores the nature of the judgmental mind, which works in a very selective manner, and offers guidance for working with it.
A note from Sean
When a judgment shows up, I try to get curious about it instead of fighting it. Then I turn it around. Why am I judging that so harshly? Is there something in me that could use some curiosity? We can usually find our darkest shadows by noticing what we judge most.
Try this today. Catch one judgment today, of someone else or of yourself. Silently say “judging.” Take one breath and notice where it sits in your body, maybe the jaw, chest, or belly. Then ask what it is really about for you.
Keep going: Noting to Develop Non-Judgment Meditation Script and Understanding Judgment and Discernment.
This suits anyone whose mind keeps score, including of themselves. Turning a judgment around can sting. If it becomes self-attack, go gently. Stop when you need to.
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