In episode 299 of the Metta Hour, Sharon sits down to answer your questions in the podcast’s first-ever Ask Me Anything episode.
We asked Sharon’s community to submit questions ahead of time for this recording, and hundreds of you responded with heartfelt questions on a wide range of topics. The AMA series addresses questions about aging, caregiving, compassion, community, death and dying, family dynamics, global suffering, grief, health challenges, impermanence, lovingkindness, meditation practice, mental health, mindfulness, parenting, relationships, suffering, the spiritual path, trauma, and Sharon’s personal journey.
In this episode, Sharon responds to your questions about:
• Aging and extra suffering
• Caregiving and burnout
• Loneliness and community
• Microdosing lovingkindness
• Self-compassion
• Empathy versus compassion
Additional Resources
Stay tuned for additional installments of the AMA Series as Sharon continues to respond to your questions. The second installment of the series is set for release on November 24th, 2026.