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The Four Noble Truths of Love

Buddhist Wisdom for Modern Relationships

Susan Piver

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The Four Noble Truths of Love
Buddhist Foundations+
1st Truth of Love: Relationships Never Settle+
2nd Truth of Love: Expecting Stability Creates Instability+
3rd Truth of Love: Meeting Instability Together+
4th Truth of Love: The Path to Transcend Suffering+

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Question 1 of 5
According to the First Noble Truth of Love, what is the reality of problems within a relationship?
  • A. Problems are temporary hurdles that disappear once a couple reaches true intimacy.
  • B. Discomfort and problems are ever-present, and relationships never completely settle.
  • C. Most relationship problems stem from a lack of financial stability or poor living conditions.
  • D. Problems can be permanently eradicated if both partners practice daily meditation.
Question 2 of 5
How does the author distinguish a 'love affair' from a 'relationship'?
  • A. Love affairs are focused on how the other person makes you feel, while relationships are about genuine connection that fluctuates in emotion.
  • B. Love affairs require intense communication, whereas relationships rely on a silent, unspoken bond.
  • C. Love affairs are built on mutual sacrifice, while relationships are built on shared financial goals.
  • D. Love affairs naturally evolve into stable relationships if the couple survives the initial infatuation stage.
Question 3 of 5
What is meant by the author's advice to 'feel the feeling, drop the story'?
  • A. Stop talking about your past trauma and focus only on your present relationship.
  • B. Experience your emotions directly without weaving unfounded narratives or blaming your partner for them.
  • C. Ignore your negative emotions entirely so you don't start unnecessary arguments with your partner.
  • D. Write down your feelings in a private journal instead of verbally sharing them with your partner.
Question 4 of 5
According to the Third Noble Truth of Love, what does true love entail?
  • A. Building a protective cocoon to shelter each other from the difficulties of the outside world.
  • B. Working together to eliminate the emotional rollercoasters and achieve permanent stability.
  • C. Detaching from your partner's shifting moods so that you remain emotionally unaffected.
  • D. Embracing the inherent instability of the relationship and choosing to ride the rough waves together.
Question 5 of 5
During the 'meditative conversation' exercise described in the text, what is the listener's role while the speaker holds the floor for five minutes?
  • A. To ask clarifying questions to ensure they fully understand the speaker's concerns.
  • B. To offer constructive feedback and solutions to the problems the speaker raises.
  • C. To pay attention to the speaker's words without interrupting them at all.
  • D. To silently meditate with their eyes closed until the five minutes are up.

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The Four Noble Truths of Love Summary & Overview

The Four Noble Truths of Love (2018) brings ancient Buddhist wisdom out of the monastery and into the bedroom. By adapting the timeless insights taught by the Buddha 2,500 years ago to the nature of love, it shines a light through the murky mess of modern romance.

Who Should Listen to The Four Noble Truths of Love?

  • Long-term couples who want to rejuvenate their love life
  • Singles who want to improve their dating experiences
  • Anyone who wants to experience a deeper, more mature love

About the Author: Susan Piver

Susan Piver is a long-time Buddhist practitioner and author known for translating ancient Buddhist ideas for a modern audience. She’s written nine books including the award-winning How Not to Be Afraid of Your Own Life, The Wisdom of a Broken Heart, and Start Here Now: An Open-Hearted Guide to the Path and Practice of Meditation. Piver launched the Open Heart Project in 2011, which has since become the world’s largest online mindfulness community.

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