Send us a textWhat do we owe our parents when they can no longer care for themselves?In this episode of What Would Buddha Do?, I explore a deeply personal and often painful question: What are our responsibilities to aging parents, especially when the relationship has been difficult?Drawing from Buddhist teachings—and reflections from the 17th Karmapa—I share: 🌿 How Buddhism views the “debt” we owe to our parents 🌿 The meaning of reciprocal responsibility and compassion 🌿 How to honor familial duty while setting healthy boundariesIf you're struggling to navigate complex family dynamics with aging parents, this conversation offers ancient wisdom, modern insights, and personal reflections to help you move forward with clarity and peace.Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:46 Listener's Dilemma: Caring for an Ailing Parent 02:06 Buddhist Teachings on Parental Debt 05:21 Reciprocal Responsibilities in Buddhism 07:12 Modern Reflections on Parental Relationships 07:45 Personal Insights and Conclusion

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