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What’s Up With Pooj?

My health is much better for those of you that are wondering. I was extremely sick for the first week but now I just have a bit of a cough that has decided to overstay its welcome.

I’ve been watching Derry Girls recently, it’s such a great show. It’s so effortlessly funny and also really reminds me of my time in high school. At my high school we did the British syllabus and therefore I took my GCSE’s/IGCSE’s, had perfects, wore uniforms, had strict rules etc. The school they go to is very similar to mine and it really takes me back to the happy days or breaking rules and being dumb with friends. I really miss those good old days if I’m being honest.

Anyway, back to the show. I’ve been watching Derry Girls and would absolutely recommend it to those that enjoy more cynical, sarcastic humour. Such a genuinely funny show. Although if you don’t like dark humour this may not be for you.

As for the quote, I think genuine kindness can change the world. Now more than ever when there is so much hate out there. Let us all try to be kinder and more empathetic.

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88 responses to “Pema Chödrön Quote”

  1. Barney Rubble Avatar
    Barney Rubble

    Derry Girls sounds good. I like a lot of British shows. Most recent one I was very impressed with was Send for the Midwife. Period costuming amazes me.
    Broadchurch was another good one and Luther is the greatest. Idris Elba is king in Luther. He was ok in Molly’s Game but Jessica Chastain was the stand-out in that.
    Am in Queensland this week. Some parts are safer than others for us transient or homeless. There actually are a lot of good working Aussies who understand what is happening and are bloody decent. I have done a lot of volunteer work over the years as an ex sportsman so I might do something just for structure of time and networking if I am in Canberra again soon. They seem to have given me a 5 year clearance to do that sort of contribution

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Send for the Midwife sounds good. I was watching Bridgerton some time ago and loved the costumes too.

      Stay safe and hope everything is okay with you.

      Reply
  2. John Avatar
    John

    I’m so glad you are better, Pooja! 😊❤️

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much! ❤️

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      1. John Avatar
        John

        🙏🏻😊

        Reply
  3. ianscyberspace Avatar
    ianscyberspace

    Glad you’re better. Loved the quote.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much.

      Reply
  4. DEVANG UPADHYAYA Avatar
    DEVANG UPADHYAYA

    Kindness is infectious

    But it should begin from within

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    1. DEVANG UPADHYAYA Avatar
      DEVANG UPADHYAYA

      Happy to know you are doing good.

      Take care ❤️

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      1. Pooja G Avatar
        Pooja G

        Thanks and take care too ❤️

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    2. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yes, your motivation for it must be pure.

      Reply
  5. Stephanie Avatar
    Stephanie

    Pema Chodron is one of the first teachers I latched onto when I began to study Buddhism, listening to her books and talks over and over. I just listened to a few talks of hers last week and felt grounded by her humor. <3

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      I’ve only heard two of her talks but she seems very wise and intelligent. A great teacher I think.

      Reply
  6. Gertrude_n Avatar
    Gertrude_n

    I agree with Pema Chödrön’s quote.
    Kindness starts from within.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Very much so, thanks for stopping by.

      Reply
  7. Betty @ the box of wonder Avatar
    Betty @ the box of wonder

    Glad you’re feeling better! I agree with the quote. And I LOVE this song too- the music and vocals are perrrfect : )

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much! Love the song too and Hozier in general. Their music is amazing.

      Reply
  8. byngnigel Avatar
    byngnigel

    Can’t be kind to anyone if you don’t know how to be kind to yourself. Lately I’ve been listening to Amy Winehouse, some JazZ, and some old school rock. My mind and body has been on a long reset as I out together some new projects. Lovely post, Pooja. 🙏

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Absolutely, it starts from within. I love Amy Winehouse, she was so incredibly talented. Glad you’re getting some rest and reseting. Thank you ☺️

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      1. byngnigel Avatar
        byngnigel

        You’re welcome PoojaG

        Reply
  9. Destiny Avatar
    Destiny

    amen …to your quote shared, Pooja…

    and so glad you feeling better🤍🤗

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much 🤗

      Reply
      1. Destiny Avatar
        Destiny

        always a pleasure 🤍🤗

        Reply
  10. J M Negi Avatar
    J M Negi

    Nice to hear that…. good quote. 👏👏

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much 😊

      Reply
  11. writinstuff Avatar
    writinstuff

    Glad to hear you’re doing better! Love the quote b/c I find that people who are kind to themselves inevitably share that kindness with the world. It’s a bit of a cycle, I think.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much, I think so too- it’s definitely a cycle!

      Reply
  12. judeitakali Avatar
    judeitakali

    Hi Pooj. I’m happy you’re much better. I’m finally watching ’His Dark materials Sn3’ and it is EPIC! Can’t wait for Rings of Power Sn2 in August. Not as excited for House of Dragons but still looking forward to it.
    On Sunday I binged Goosebumps with a friend. The acting and most things were a bit suspect in the beginning but I was able to overlook them coz by episode 4 I was used to the xters and their stories were nice.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much. I’ve been hearing a lot about House of Dragons but haven’t seen it yet. I enjoyed GoT but don’t know how much I’ll enjoy this one.

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      1. judeitakali Avatar
        judeitakali

        Surpassing GOT was always going to be a near impossible task. But if you like the world and go in with no serious expectations, you can enjoy it. Season twos usually amp up series so I’d say have a peek at it

        Reply
  13. muktaverma Avatar
    muktaverma

    So glad to hear you’re feeling better! Interesting quote . we could all use a little more of kindness right now. ❤️

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much and yes very much so 💕

      Reply
      1. muktaverma Avatar
        muktaverma

        Welcome

        Reply
  14. Pramod M Avatar
    Pramod M

    Happy to know u r better, ginger lemon honey is good for cough.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you and I’ve been having ginger lemon tea which is helping a bit.

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      1. Pramod M Avatar
        Pramod M

        That’s good Pooja

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  15. Sadje Avatar
    Sadje

    I hope you’re fully recovered soon Pooja. A beautiful share my friend

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much, so nice to see you back.

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      1. Sadje Avatar
        Sadje

        Thanks my friend. It’s good to be back 💙

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        1. Pooja G Avatar
          Pooja G

          😊😊

          Reply
          1. Sadje Avatar
            Sadje

            😍

            Reply
  16. Eugi Avatar
    Eugi

    I am glad you’re feeling better, Pooja, and that’s a great quote. Let our kindness shine through.💗

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much, absolutely 💕

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      1. Eugi Avatar
        Eugi

        You’re welcome, Pooja.

        Reply
  17. Mr. Ohh's Sideways View Avatar
    Mr. Ohh’s Sideways View

    Such a nice quote. I think I’ll make it my motto! Ps. Am I on the list to be interviewed? If not I’d like to be put there. 🤣😎🙃

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much. I had sent you an email when you applied but didn’t get a response. Maybe it went to the wrong email. Could you email me on insomniacwithanaccent@gmail.com and we can set up a date for the interview 😀

      Reply
      1. Mr. Ohh's Sideways View Avatar
        Mr. Ohh’s Sideways View

        I’ll be happy to. 🤣😎🙃

        Reply
  18. Milena Alien Avatar
    Milena Alien

    Nice quote! I’m glad you feel better. This week I’m listening to Alan Watts, he is blowing my mind. Life Flow and stuff like this…

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks! I love him, he’s a really interesting person.

      Reply
      1. Milena Alien Avatar
        Milena Alien

        The more you learn the more there is to learn

        Reply
  19. Mary K. Doyle Avatar
    Mary K. Doyle

    Hi Pooja, I’m happy to hear you are feeling better. You surely had a doozy of a cold. Have you seen the Derry Girls episode where the dog followed the girls into the church? It’s one of the funniest episodes.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much. Oh yes, I watched that episode and it was so funny. It’s such a hilarious show. My favourite is Clara, she always gets peer pressured into everything haha.

      Reply
  20. clcouch123 Avatar
    clcouch123

    Thank you for recommending the show. I thought Derry Girls looked pretty good, but my friends who have BritBox weren’t too interested. So I’ll have to find the series on my own. I especially enjoyed your description of your own school experience. I’m relieved to hear you’re better. Sorry about the cough. I think the quotation is promising. Kindness to the self can certainly spread well to treating others the same way. My last week was all right. Still struggling with insomnia. Still looking for a new place to help with the insomnia (based in part on noisy people upstairs). A new place won’t solve everything but should help. I had a medical test yesterday and got the results already. Evidently, all the chemicals and substances tested for are in the normal range. Yay. I hope that your improvement continues.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      I’m loving Derry Girls but I think it depends on your sense of humour. I tend to enjoy that sort of comedy and I think you probably will too. The show is on Netflix too, you can watch it there.

      Sorry to hear about the insomnia and noisy neighbours. It really is annoying when you have overly noisy neighbours. Hope you’re able to find a better and more quiet place. So glad your tests came back normal, that’s great.

      Reply
  21. Stella Reddy Avatar
    Stella Reddy

    🌞 great quote Pooja!

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  22. Ludmilla Louissaint Avatar
    Ludmilla Louissaint

    I think we are what we believe! If we are kind and respectful people and everything is good, we project it to the people around us. If we are the opposite or negative of what is said, it will be the same!

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      That is so true, I think so too. We attract what we put out to the universe.

      Reply
      1. Ludmilla Louissaint Avatar
        Ludmilla Louissaint

        Exactly !!😄

        Reply
  23. philsblog01 Avatar
    philsblog01

    I am so happy you are feeling better! And I love Pema Chodron. I have read one of her books, starting on the second, when I find it here somewhere in my stack! Best wishes Phi

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much! I haven’t been able to read any of her books yet but I’ve heard her talk and have read a few things she’s said and she seems really amazing.

      Reply
      1. philsblog01 Avatar
        philsblog01

        Hi. I just found the first book. The Pocket Pema Chodron. It i a small book. It has 108 brief writings, no longer that a page typically, on different subjects. A good intro! Best wishes Phil

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        1. Pooja G Avatar
          Pooja G

          Perfect, I’ll check it out- thanks!

          Reply
      2. philsblog01 Avatar
        philsblog01

        Hi! Try The Pocket Pema Chodron. Small book, 108 brief comments on different topics. Great intro!

        Reply
  24. A & J PEI Treasures/E Jean Simpson, BEd, BA, MA Avatar
    A & J PEI Treasures/E Jean Simpson, BEd, BA, MA

    Glad you are feeling better. Lovely quote.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much!

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      1. A & J PEI Treasures/E Jean Simpson, BEd, BA, MA Avatar
        A & J PEI Treasures/E Jean Simpson, BEd, BA, MA

        You’re welcome

        Reply
  25. sandysbookaday Avatar
    sandysbookaday

    This bug does tend to hang around Pooja. I am only just starting to feel good. Lovely quote. 💕📚

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yeah, a number of people have told me they have a stubborn cough too. I think it’s one of those that takes a while to fully go away. Glad you’re starting to feel good now and thanks so much 💕

      Reply
  26. Steve Avatar
    Steve

    I really like the quote. It reminds me of the notion that we can’t love others until we love ourselves… so everything seems to start with a healthy relationship with the self.

    My sweety and I absolutely LOVED ‘Derry Girls.’ So funny and all the characters are terrific in their variety and differences from each other… and you probably remember one of the characters as being played by the actress who plays Penelope Featherington in ‘Bridgerton.’

    I am glad to know you are feeling better and hope the cough subsides soon!

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      That’s what the quote made me think too and it’s something I very much believe. Kindness and love starts internally.

      That’s awesome, it’s honestly such a great show. Yes, I recognised her from Bridgerton and she does a great job on this show too.

      Thanks!

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      1. Steve Avatar
        Steve

        My pleasure!

        Reply
  27. Belladonna Avatar
    Belladonna

    Great quote!

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you!

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      1. Belladonna Avatar
        Belladonna

        You’re welcome girlie!

        Reply
  28. Brian, Snarebox Avatar
    Brian, Snarebox

    Your book came last night! I haven’t had a chance to start reading it yet, but I’m leaving on vacation tomorrow and will definitely bring it with me!

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Oh yay, hope you enjoy both the book and your vacation! I would so appreciate it if you leave a review on Amazon when you’re done reading it if you can 😊

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      1. Brian, Snarebox Avatar
        Brian, Snarebox

        I definitely will!

        Reply
  29. Joseph Glidden Avatar
    Joseph Glidden

    Glad you are feeling better. I really like the quote.

    I have been practicing a song that I wrote a long time ago that kind of resonates with the theme of the poem. I intend to post my song online one of these days.

    I have been busy with the house sale and my car has some issues, so having to get up early and not getting much rest this past week.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much. That’s great, do let me know when you share the song. I would love to hear it.

      Sorry to hear that, hope your car is fixed soon.

      Reply
      1. Joseph Glidden Avatar
        Joseph Glidden

        I lucked out with the car. I received the wrong part, but it turned out all the sensor needed was a good cleaning and an air filter change, fingers crossed. The muffler issue was a loose heat shield so I managed to do a farmer fix with some oversized washers, lol. As Red Green says, “If the women don’t find you handsome, they should at least find you handy.”

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        1. Pooja G Avatar
          Pooja G

          Oh good, that’s lucky that it worked out.

          Reply
  30. Rita Avatar
    Rita

    I think more kindness is definitely needed in our world. Empathy too. This weekend I have to work, but last weekend I traveled with children #’s 2 & 4 to a family reunion. It was a long drive (almost two hours!) but it was nice to see some of my cousins! We swam in the lake at the park with my niece and had a great time. My gf salted caramel cookies were a hit. We got home safely and we’re appreciative that it was about ten degrees cooler there!

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      That’s so great, so glad you got to spend time with your family!

      Reply
  31. Shaunelius Sterns Avatar
    Shaunelius Sterns

    I like the quote. I agree.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks, glad to hear that.

      Reply
  32. Dusty Avatar
    Dusty

    This is a great quote! It’s important to be kind to ourselves (though kindness shouldn’t be confused with not holding oneself accountable for our mistakes.) And if you aren’t kind to yourself, it’s really hard to be kind to others, or to even know how to do it.

    I am currently listening to the Swedish power metal band, Sabaton.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      I think so too! Kindness starts internally and if we’re unkind to ourselves we’ll treat others that way too.

      Oh nice, I love heavy metal but haven’t heard of that band before.

      Reply

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