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Peace Talk Episode 286: something horrible could happen, overeating, partners' happiness

Peace Talk: The Work of Byron Katie with Grace

Release Date: 08/20/2025

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Peace Talk: The Work of Byron Katie with Grace

✨ Join this live inquiry session inspired by The Work of Byron Katie as participants bring their most stressful thoughts to the table — from anger and fear of loss, to shame around food, to the belief that loved ones must always be happy. Together, we explore: How uninvestigated “stories” create suffering The thought “Something horrible will happen” and how it fuels anxiety Fear of a partner’s illness and constant vigilance Shame about eating and hiding the truth The pressure of needing a partner to be happy The sting of not being heard or acknowledged in conversation Facing...

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✨ Join this live inquiry session inspired by The Work of Byron Katie as participants bring their most stressful thoughts to the table — from anger and fear of loss, to shame around food, to the belief that loved ones must always be happy. Together, we explore:

How uninvestigated “stories” create suffering

The thought “Something horrible will happen” and how it fuels anxiety

Fear of a partner’s illness and constant vigilance

Shame about eating and hiding the truth

The pressure of needing a partner to be happy

The sting of not being heard or acknowledged in conversation

Facing death, loss, and the unknown with inquiry

Through guided questions, participants discover relief, humor, and compassion — and experience the freedom that comes from questioning stressful thinking.

👉 If you’re new to The Work of Byron Katie, this video is a gentle introduction to how everyday situations can be transformed through simple inquiry.

💡 Chapters / Timestamps:
0:00 – Opening & Byron Katie quote
5:00 – Anger, apologies, and letting go
15:00 – Fear for a partner’s health
25:00 – Not being heard in conversation
35:00 – Eating, shame, and self-judgment
50:00 – “I need my partner to be happy”
1:05:00 – Job review fears & death anxiety
1:20:00 – Turnarounds & closing