Welcome to the Meditation x Attachment with George Haas Podcast (formerly The Meaningful Life). Each episode will explore the connections between ancient Buddhist meditation techniques and modern psychological attachment theory. Learn more at mettagroup.org.
Many wonder if they're "stuck" in a pattern or if healing and growth are possible.Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called
Many wonder if they're "stuck" in a pattern or if healing and growth are possible.Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called
Many wonder if they're "stuck" in a pattern or if healing and growth are possible.Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called
Many wonder if they're "stuck" in a pattern or if healing and growth are possible.Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called
Many wonder if they're "stuck" in a pattern or if healing and growth are possible.Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called
Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called
Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called
Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called
Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called
Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called
Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called
What is the Ideal Parent-Figure Protocol and how does it work! Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit.Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet.Sign up for our free video resource here.Join KALEIDOSCOPE: a monthly membership for supporting your ongoing meditation practice, attachment repair and exploration journey.
Times have been quite difficult lately and full of chaos. How can we find regulation and use our practice for stability? Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit.Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet.Sign up for our free video resource here.Join KALEIDOSCOPE: a monthly membership for supporting your ongoing meditation practice, attachment repair and exploration journey.
What is a secure base and what does it mean for your primary and secondary exploration?Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit.Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet.Sign up for our free video resource here.Join KALEIDOSCOPE: a monthly membership for supporting your ongoing meditation practice, attachment repair and exploration journey.
We have been talking about work relationships so now let's get in to Romantic Relationships!Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit.Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet.Sign up for our free video resource here.Join KALEIDOSCOPE: a monthly membership for supporting your ongoing meditation practice, attachment repair and exploration journey.
What are the aspects of earned security that impact one's leadership skills? What aspects of insecure attachment strategies negative impact leadership skills? Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource here. Join KALEIDOSCOPE: a monthly membership for supporting your ongoing meditation practice, attachment repair and exploration journey.
How does your position in the satisfaction of the hierarchy of needs determine your ability and success at exploration? Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource here. Join KALEIDOSCOPE: a monthly membership for supporting your ongoing meditation practice, attachment repair and exploration journey.
How do we learn from our parents at a young age and what harmful behaviors do we need to heal from as we grow? Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. More info here. Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource here. Join KALEIDOSCOPE: a monthly membership for supporting your ongoing meditation practice, attachment repair and exploration journey.
What does it look like to earn security? In what ways do you change and what stays the same? Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. More info at https://www.mettagroup.org/services Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here
We continue our look into how Attachment styles develop with a close look at Avoidant Attachment. Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. More info at https://www.mettagroup.org/services Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here Join our signature intensive Meditation x Attachment. New cohort begins Jan 4. Sign up at https://www.mettagroup.org/meditation-x-attachment-level-one
On this episode we discuss how a Preoccupied Attachment develops. Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. More info at https://www.mettagroup.org/services Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here Join our signature intensive Meditation x Attachment. New cohort begins Jan 4. Sign up at https://www.mettagroup.org/meditation-x-attachment-level-one
Do you know your Attachment Style? If you don't you may be at risk for misapplying fixes that could misguide you or exacerbate your current troubles. Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. More info at https://www.mettagroup.org/services Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here Join our signature intensive Meditation x Attachment. New cohort begins Jan 4. Sign up at https://www.mettagroup.org/meditation-x-attachment-level-one
On this episode we discuss how you can create firm ground and solid relationships from which you can safely and securely explore and engage with the world around you. Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. More info at https://www.mettagroup.org/services Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here Join our signature intensive Meditation x Attachment. New cohort begins Jan 4. Sign up at https://www.mettagroup.org/meditation-x-attachment-level-one
How do you know it is an Attachment Disturbance an not something else that is causing havoc in your life? We discuss how to recognize patterns that can lead you to identify the source of your troubles. Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. More info at https://www.mettagroup.org/services Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here Join our signature intensive Meditation x Attachment. New cohort begins Jan 4. Sign up at https://www.mettagroup.org/meditation-x-attachment-level-one
As we do our attachment repair work, what changes can we expect or anticipate in our family dynamics? Can the family repair and experience collective healing as a result of one's attachment repair work (or is it the opposite)? How can we navigate these changes on our own path of healing? Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. More info at https://www.mettagroup.org/services Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here Join our signature intensive Meditation x Attachment. New cohort begins Jan 4. Sign up at https://www.mettagroup.org/meditation-x-attachment-level-one
Continuing our discussion from last week, we discuss the different types of things that get in the way of exploration! Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. More info at https://www.mettagroup.org/services Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here Join our new half-day virtual retreat “Home for the Holidays from the Attachment Perspective” on November 16th. Sign up at https://www.mettagroup.org/retreat-family-archaeology
We discuss the upcoming holiday season and how one can navigate familial relationships or whether it is worth it to attempt to salvage relationships that have abusive characteristics. Join us live online every Thursday for a Dharma talk and extended sit. More info at https://www.mettagroup.org/services Find out why attachment repair is the easiest mind blow on the planet. Sign up for our free video resource at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here Join our new half-day virtual retreat “Home for the Holidays from the Attachment Perspective” on November 16th. Sign up at https://www.mettagroup.org/retreat-family-archaeology
What are the common ways exploration is neglected during the early phase of life and how can these symptoms show up in adulthood? We discuss this and more!
What do you need so that your attachment system settles? We discuss strategies for Preoccupied People.
Have you ever seen a young child explore there surroundings and then report back to their care-giver their findings?
Today we discuss how to know if a relationship is healthy for you and how to leverage attachment repair to navigate work challenges.
Why should you heal your attachment? Is it worth the effort? What will it look like to have achieved this? We discuss this and more on this week's episode.
We continue last week's discussion on exploration and how one can learn how to explore late in life. Download our free online video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance" now. In this two-part video course, you'll learn how to identify the core disturbances, and how combining meditation and attachment work can help you move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Begin your journey today at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here!
On this episode we discuss exploration and how one can learn how to explore late in life. Download our free online video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance" now. In this two-part video course, you'll learn how to identify the core disturbances, and how combining meditation and attachment work can help you move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Begin your journey today at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here!
On this episode we discuss the attachment theory perspective on 'neediness' and how to tell if you are being needy or If your needs are right-sized. Download our free online video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance" now. In this two-part video course, you'll learn how to identify the core disturbances, and how combining meditation and attachment work can help you move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Begin your journey today at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here!
We continue our discussion on living a fulfilling meaningful life! Half-Day Virtual Retreat: Exploration A Deep Dive into Primary and Secondary Exploration + Live a More Meaningful Life Saturday, September 21st 9am - 1pm PT / 12pm - 4pm ET In this half-day retreat, you'll walk away with… Understand where the meaningfulness in life comes from Understand how to uncover your own authentic exploration Learn the complications that impact each attachment strategy (and how to move beyond the blocks so that you can explore) Practice real-time meditation guided by George Haas, Founding Teacher of Mettagroup
We unpack this phenomenon and define primary vs. secondary exploration. We discuss different types of attachment strategies that lean more toward secondary exploration, and how this can impact your fulfillment and other areas of life. Half-Day Virtual Retreat: Exploration A Deep Dive into Primary and Secondary Exploration + Live a More Meaningful Life Saturday, September 21st9am - 1pm PT / 12pm - 4pm ET In this half-day retreat, you'll walk away with… Understand where the meaningfulness in life comes from Understand how to uncover your own authentic exploration Learn the complications that impact each attachment strategy (and how to move beyond the blocks so that you can explore) Practice real-time meditation guided by George Haas, Founding Teacher of Mettagroup
What does it mean to wait to commit? What are you looking for during that time? What are the normal tendencies of rushing in and why are they detrimental? Sign up today for Meditation x Attachment Level Two! The Level Two program is a deep immersion into further learning and skill development, designed for earning secure functioning. This offers you a blend of learning key concepts across attachment theory and meditation, while also practicing the techniques in both a supportive group as well as within private, custom mentorship. Next cohort begins: September 6th (1st & 3rd Fridays) Sign up at: https://www.mettagroup.org/meditation-x-attachment-level-two
We discuss signs of anxious attachment in the career or workplace context. What are common beliefs, behaviors and phenomena that come up? What challenges do you face? Sign up today for Meditation x Attachment Level Two! The Level Two program is a deep immersion into further learning and skill development, designed for earning secure functioning. This offers you a blend of learning key concepts across attachment theory and meditation, while also practicing the techniques in both a supportive group as well as within private, custom mentorship. Next cohorts begin: September 6th (1st & 3rd Fridays) Sign up at: https://www.mettagroup.org/meditation-x-attachment-level-two
The Earthquake and the Tsunami of Terrible Sadness: 3 Best Practices for Weathering the Storm and Resiliently Navigating the Attachment Repair Journey Develop the skills for sustaining long term abstinence and harm reduction. In Level Two, we focus on developing a meditation practice and diving deep into the curriculum of Level One, all in support of ending the perpetual relapse cycle, as well as healing the root issues that fuel our addiction. When we do this, more emotional empowerment, authentic purpose, and congruence becomes possible. Sign up now: https://www.mettagroup.org/meditation-x-addiction-level-two
What is the difference between a cognitive practice that is based around mentalizing and a procedural practice that relies on meditation and other repeated exercises. Sign up for How To Date Like A Secure Person Even If You're Not (Yet)! This is for you if... You think something is wrong with youand you want to fix it. You desire greater connection, intimacy, and support in relationship(but don't know how to find a partner who is willing to show up for you in that way) You're tired of the dysfunctional relationships patterns and you're ready to develop new habits, more meaningful connections and heal once and for all. You want to start a family, but there's a missing piece.You want to share this life experience with a supportive partner who wants the same things, and you don't know how to find that person who is ready to commit. You're ready to date people who can make a commitment to youbut you consistently date people who are unreliable, unavailable and avoidant. You're interested in truly being collaborative and committed,and building a life with someoneand want to learn what qualities to develop, what actions to take and how to shift your mind to embody this type of relationship. Join George Haas for this online workshop on Friday, 7/26! Sign up at: https://www.mettagroup.org/workshop
What constitutes a secure relationship? How does mentalizing support with this? Sign up today for Meditation x Attachment Level Two! A 6-month meditation-based virtual group and 1:1 mentorship program designed to usher you into living a more meaningful life. Next cohorts begin: Cohort 1: August 6th (1st & 3rd Tuesdays)Cohort 2: September 6th (1st & 3rd Fridays) Register your spot here: https://www.mettagroup.org/meditation-x-attachment-level-two
Sign up for How To Date Like A Secure Person Even If You're Not (Yet)! This is for you if... You think something is wrong with youand you want to fix it. You desire greater connection, intimacy, and support in relationship(but don't know how to find a partner who is willing to show up for you in that way) You're tired of the dysfunctional relationships patterns and you're ready to develop new habits, more meaningful connections and heal once and for all. You want to start a family, but there's a missing piece.You want to share this life experience with a supportive partner who wants the same things, and you don't know how to find that person who is ready to commit. You're ready to date people who can make a commitment to youbut you consistently date people who are unreliable, unavailable and avoidant. You're interested in truly being collaborative and committed,and building a life with someoneand want to learn what qualities to develop, what actions to take and how to shift your mind to embody this type of relationship. Join George Haas for this online workshop on Friday, 7/26! Sign up at: https://www.mettagroup.org/workshop
Do you experience anxious attachment in career or workplace contexts? What are common beliefs, behaviors and phenomenon that come up? What challenges do you face? Where addiction and attachment theory meet. In Meditation x Addiction Level One, we directly address the underlying cause of addiction and help you uproot the native attachment conditioning, in support of relapse prevention and long-term, sustainable repair. Sign up today!
A discussion on emotional regulation strategies learned from family systems, where unhealthy coping mechanisms like anger, sadness, or fear are modeled. These strategies generate excessive emotional responses that don't match the present situation. Techniques like noting feeling states can help gain clarity on one's emotions and sensations in the body. Dismissing or avoidant attachment styles make it difficult to experience emotions, while preoccupied styles lead to heightened emotional chaos. Meditation practices like focusing on the breath can increase awareness of subtle emotional experiences in the present moment are essential to the recovery process. Where addiction and attachment theory meet. In Meditation x Addiction Level One, we directly address the underlying cause of addiction and help you uproot the native attachment conditioning, in support of relapse prevention and long-term, sustainable repair. Sign up today!
Captured live for the Sunday Sangha series from Sangha Live, George discusses Attachment Theory in the context of Buddhist Theravada Practice, exploring the traditional Buddhist path to liberation using descriptions of Attachment conditioning as a way to understand obstacles to practice. Download our free online video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance" now. In this two-part video course, you'll learn how to identify the core disturbances, and how combining meditation and attachment work can help you move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Begin your journey today at https://www.mettagroup.org/start-here! Find out more about Sangha Live at https://sangha.live/
Sign up for the Meditation x Addiction Workshop on June 21st - click here. You'll learn about the Meditation x Addiction approach to substance use disorders. It's an effective strategy for relapse prevention and we'll introduce you to how students address addiction through the attachment lens. You'll learn about the four modules that are the next step in this journey: craving and urging; stress, anger and depression; persistent negative emotions; and difficult interpersonal relationships. You'll understand how this evidence-based system combines ongoing meditation practice, the relapse pattern theory of G. Alan Marlatt, PhD and John Bowlby's psychological model of Attachment Theory.
Addiction can strain or damage relationships with loved ones, and repairing trust and communication can be a long and difficult process. What can one expect on that path? The techniques and strategies covered in Meditation x Addiction™ are specifically designed to support healing for people dealing with addiction and addiction-related issues. As evidenced by George Haas's own personal path, mindfulness meditation-based skills training can offer a truly effective behavioral change in the realm of addiction. Sign up for the waitlist now: https://www.mettagroup.org/workshop-addiction
Share about this phenomenon and specific phase of addiction recovery journey. Address other approaches to recovery and how your approach is different. Offer hope and possibility: What dream outcomes are they holding out for, that haven't yet been realized at this phase of recovery? What is possible with your approach?The techniques and strategies covered in Meditation x Addiction™ are specifically designed to support healing for people dealing with addiction and addiction-related issues. As evidenced by George Haas's own personal path, mindfulness meditation-based skills training can offer a truly effective behavioral change in the realm of addiction. Sign up for the waitlist now: https://www.mettagroup.org/workshop-addiction
How to Get off the Relapse Wheel: Where Addiction, Attachment Repair and Meditation Meet We're very happy to offer a new free online video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance".In this two-part video course, you'll learn how to identify the core disturbances, and how combining meditation and attachment work can help you move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life.Begin your journey today!
3 Things that Support Your Exploration (and 3 Things that Corrode It) Based on Your Attachment Strategy. We're very happy to offer a new free online video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance".In this two-part video course, you'll learn how to identify the core disturbances, and how combining meditation and attachment work can help you move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life.Begin your journey today!
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