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WE CHANGED OUR NAME!! PREVIOUSLY CALLED “AGAINST THE STREAM NASHVILLE” Wild Heart Meditation Center's podcast offers an assortment of talks given on topics as they relate to Buddhist practice. Wild Heart's guiding teacher, Andrew Chapman, along with other group facilitators share their experience wi…

Andrew Chapman


    • May 28, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 39m AVG DURATION
    • 378 EPISODES

    4.9 from 175 ratings Listeners of Wild Heart Meditation Center that love the show mention: foul language, dharma, nashville, andrew, accessible, practice, bless, relatable, real, excellent, content, thanks, great, love, like.


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    The Wild Heart Meditation Center podcast is a wonderful resource for anyone interested in Buddhist teachings, regardless of their level of familiarity with Buddhism. The teachings are consistently strong, humorous, and relatable, making them accessible to both Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. The insights provided about addiction are also valuable for all listeners, whether or not they struggle with addiction themselves. Personally, I am grateful to have found this podcast as it has become a valuable part of my life.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the way in which Mikey and Andrew make the dharma (Buddhist teachings) accessible and easily digestible. They do this through personal anecdotes and wise analogies that draw connections between the teachings and their own lives. This conversational style allows for a deeper understanding and connection to the material being discussed. Furthermore, the inclusion of humor adds an enjoyable element to the podcast, making it engaging and entertaining.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is the variety of topics covered. From Buddhist ideas to the Eightfold Path, each episode delves into different aspects of Buddhism in a simple yet profound way. The hosts often relate these topics to their own lives, which further enhances the relatability and applicability of the teachings. Whether you are new to Buddhism or have been practicing for years, there is always something new to learn from this podcast.

    On the other hand, one potential downside of this podcast is that it may not appeal to those who prefer a more religious approach to Buddhist practice. The focus here is on secular folks who are interested in Buddhist principles but may not be keen on religious traditions. While this makes the content more accessible for some listeners, it may alienate those who prefer a more traditional approach.

    In conclusion, The Wild Heart Meditation Center podcast is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Buddhist teachings. Andrew and his team provide insightful and relatable discussions on various aspects of Buddhism while maintaining an accessible and down-to-earth approach. The inclusion of personal anecdotes and humor makes this podcast engaging and enjoyable to listen to. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, I highly recommend giving this podcast a listen.



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    Latest episodes from Wild Heart Meditation Center

    Guest Teacher: Dave Smith - Mindfulness and the Addiction Economy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 36:37


    Dave Smith discusses the ever growing expansion of social media's "attention economy" into what has become an addiction economy. Dave explores Buddhist practices as a way to approach modern addiction to social media. Enjoy!Loving Kindness Meditation Retreat July 16th-20th: https://www.floweringlotusmeditation.org/2025-tennesee-summer-loving-kindness-retreat  Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Compassionate Holding, Compassionate Responding

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 22:21


    Mikey Livid gives a talk on compassion in response to the pain and confusion of ICE's presence in Nashville, TN and many cities in the United States.Loving Kindness Meditation Retreat July 16th-20th in Sewanee, TN:https://www.floweringlotusmeditation.org/2025-tennesee-summer-loving-kindness-retreat Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Path - The 2nd Noble Truth (part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 47:31


    Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditationLoving Kindness Retreat July 16th-20th: https://www.floweringlotusmeditation.org/2025-tennesee-summer-loving-kindness-retreat Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Awakening Is Possible - The Third Noble Truth

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 24:44


    Mikey Livid offers a talk on the Third Noble Truth: awakening is possible. He also discusses a Buddhist concept of the saying "Let Go, Let God." Enjoy!Loving Kindness Meditation Retreat July 16th-20th in Sewanee, TN: https://www.floweringlotusmeditation.org/2025-tennesee-summer-loving-kindness-retreat Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Path - The First Noble Truth

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 40:20


    Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditationLoving Kindness Retreat July 16th-20th: https://www.floweringlotusmeditation.org/2025-tennesee-summer-loving-kindness-retreat Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Equanimity (Upekkha) - 7 Factors of Awakening Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 28:34


    Maddie Finn offers a talk on equanimity (upekkha) as a part of a talk on the seven factors of awakening. The seven factors are: mindfulness, investigation, energy, joy, tranquility, concentration, and equanimity. Enjoy!Loving Kindness Meditation Retreat July 16th-20th: https://www.floweringlotusmeditation.org/2025-tennesee-summer-loving-kindness-retreat Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Working With Preferences

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 25:42


    In this episode Mikey Livid discusses the difference between craving and desire through exploring his complex relationship to the saying: "Happiness comes easy to those with little preference." Enjoy!Loving Kindness Meditation Retreat July 16th-20th in Sewanee, TN: https://www.floweringlotusmeditation.org/2025-tennesee-summer-loving-kindness-retreat  Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Guest Teacher: Ralph De La Rosa - Breaking Open Without Breaking Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 58:01


    Ralph De La Rosa offers a talk and meditation on the topic "Breaking Open Without Breaking Down."Loving Kindness Meditation Retreat July 16th-20th:https://www.floweringlotusmeditation.org/2025-tennesee-summer-loving-kindness-retreat Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Wisdom of Boundaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 45:12


    In this episode Andrew Chapman offers a dharma talk on the wisdom of setting boundaries! Enjoy!Loving Kindness Meditation Retreat July 16th-20th: https://www.floweringlotusmeditation.org/2025-tennesee-summer-loving-kindness-retreat Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    How to Become a Buddhist

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 40:38


    Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Feed The Bad Wolf

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 16:58


    In this episode Mikey offers a talk gently criticizing the traditional folklore about the two wolves. Enjoy!  Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Compassion For All Beings (but mostly yourself!) - Talk + Meditation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 41:15


    In this episode Rev. Mikey offers a talk and guided meditation on compassion. The phrases Mikey uses during the meditation are:I feel you. I know you. I love you.Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Wise Intention During the Holidays!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 40:32


    Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Dharma of Gratitude and Sympathetic Joy (Talk & Meditation)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 44:18


    In this episode Rev. Mikey offers a talk and guided meditation of gratitude and sympathetic joy (mudita).Here are the phrases used for the meditation:May your happiness grow.May your happiness continue.I am rooting for you. Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/

    Be Careful with your Attention!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 38:48


    Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Mindfulness: The Four Applications of Sati

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 23:45


    In this episode Mikey offers a talk on the four applications of mindfulness, which are: simple awareness, protective awareness, introspective awareness, and contemplative awareness. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Parami of Equanimity

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 39:19


    In this episode Andrew Chapman offers a dharma talk on the Buddhist parami of equanimity. The ten paramis are: generosity, ethics, renunciation, insight, energy, patience, truthfulness, resolve, loving kindness, and equanimity. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    How Did We Get Here? What Are We Doing? Where Are We Going?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 32:26


    In this episode Rachael Tanner-Smith asks the questions: Did We Get Here? What Are We Doing? Where Are We Going?Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Dharma of Happiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 25:33


    In this episode Rev. Mikey Noechel offers a talk on how happiness is a natural outcome of our dharma practice. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Metta - Loving Kindness (talk and guided meditation

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 63:33


    In this episode Roy "MeeMaw" Wyamn offers a talk and guided meditation on loving kindness or metta. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation 

    Making The Right Decision

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 41:35


    In this episode Andrew Chapman discusses how use the dharma as a guideline for making challenging life decision. Enjoy !Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Sh*t Life Syndrome & The Dharma of Desire

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 31:16


    In this episode Rev. Mikey Noechel discusses chanda or wholesome desire and how it relates to the core teachings of the Buddha through topics such as: shit life syndrome, Disney World, the four noble truths, and the five hinderances. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Freeing the Heart from Guilt & Shame (talk & meditation)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 53:37


    In this episode Maddie Finn offers a talk and guided meditation on Buddhist practices for freeing the heart from guilt and shame.Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation 

    Loving Kindness & Addiction Recovery (talk & guided meditation)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 39:09


    In this episode Rev. Mikey Noechel offers a talk and guided meditation on loving kindness and addiction recovery. The phrases he uses are: May you be at ease. May you be at peace. May you be kind and gentle with yourself. May you be filled with loving kindness.Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation 

    Mindfulness: Stress Reduction or Stress Elimination?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 44:26


    In this episode Andrew Chapman discusses a verity of applications and motivations for practicing mindfulness meditation. Enjoy! Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgPaypal: https://whm.center/donateVenmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartmeditationFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Mindfulness of Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 59:28


    In this episode Maddie Finn offers a talk and guided meditation on the 3rd foundation of mindfulness: mindfulness of the mind. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgPaypal: https://whm.center/donateVenmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashvilleFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation 

    Mindfulness of Death - Maranasati

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 42:04


    Rev. Mikey Noechel offers a talk and guided meditation of maranasati or mindfulness of death.Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgPaypal: https://whm.center/donateVenmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashvilleFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation 

    Me, Myself, & I: The Layers of Selfing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 52:00


    In this episode Roy Wyman discusses the Buddhist concept of anatta or not self. Enjoy! Wild Heart Meditation Centerin a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org DONATE:If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit: Website:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org Paypal:https://whm.center/donate Venmo:https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials! Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Parami of Resolve

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 29:16


    In this episode Rachael Tanner Smith offers a dharma talk on the Buddhist parami of resolve. The ten paramis are: generosity, ethics, renunciation, insight, energy, patience, truthfulness, resolve, loving kindness, and equanimity. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN.https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/DONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donatePaypal: https://whm.center/donateVenmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Parami of Truthfulness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 42:45


    Andrew Chapman offers a talk on the parami of truthfulness. The ten paramis are: generosity, ethics, renunciation, insight, energy, patience, truthfulness, resolution, loving kindness, and equanimity. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgPaypal: https://whm.center/donateVenmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashvilleFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Parami of Patience

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 30:45


    In this episode Wild Heart Facilitator Maddie Finn offers a talk on the parami of patience. The ten paramis are: generosity, ethics, renunciation, insight, energy, patience, truthfulness, resolution, loving kindness, and equanimity. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Centerin a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org DONATE:If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit: Website:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org Paypal:https://whm.center/donate Venmo:https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials! Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Birth, Aging, Sickness, & Death

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 40:16


    Rev. Mikey Noechel offers a talk and reflection on birth, aging, sickness, and death, and how they relate to the first noble truth of dukkha, as well the five daily remembrances.The five daily remembrances are:I am of the nature to age. I have not gone beyond aging.I am of the nature to grow ill. I have not gone beyond illness.I am of the nature to die. I have not gone beyond death.I will be separated from everything and everyone I hold dear.My only true possession is my actions.Wild Heart Meditation Centerin a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org DONATE:If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit: Website:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org Paypal:https://whm.center/donate Venmo:https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials! Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Four Noble Truths & Addiction Recovery

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 32:50


    Rev. Mikey Noechel discusses the four noble truths and how they can be supportive in addiction recovery. The sutta Mikey references can be found here: https://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka/sn/sn56/sn56.011.than.htmlWild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgPaypal: https://whm.center/donateVenmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashvilleFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Wisdom

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 40:53


    Andrew Chapman discusses Buddhist wisdom as it pertains to the ten paramis. The ten paramis are:  generosity, ethics, renunciation, wisdom, energy, patience, truthfulness, determination, lovingkindness, and equanimity. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Centerin a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org DONATE:If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit: Website:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org Paypal:https://whm.center/donate Venmo:https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials! Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Importance of Self Compassion (talk and guided meditation)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 54:32


    Rev. Mikey Noechel discusses the importance of self compassion and how caring for yourself is an offering to everyone in your life. The guided meditation begins at 30:48. Enjoy!  Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org  DONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:  Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org  Paypal: https://whm.center/donate  Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville  Follow Us on Socials!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation 

    Dying Unconfused With Loving Kindness

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 41:24


    In this episode guest facilitator Richie Essenburg gives a talk on loving kindness meditation or metta. Richie is the founder of Mindful Marietta (https://www.meetup.com/mindful-marietta-meetup-group/) in Marietta, GA. Enjoy! Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org DONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit: Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org Paypal: https://whm.center/donate Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Three Marks of Existence

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 37:59


    In this episode Maddie Finn gives a talk on the three marks of existence, which acknowledges that all aspects of life are:  anicca (impermanent), dukkha (imperfect), and anatta (impersonal). Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgPaypal: https://whm.center/donateVenmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashvilleFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    No Self, No Problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 21:26


    In this episode guest facilitator Justin Otto gives a talk on anatta, or selflessness. Justin is the founder of Gulf Coast Dharma (https://gulfcoastdharma.org) in Pensacola, FL and is the host of the Dharma Junkie Podcast. Enjoy! Wild Heart Meditation Centerin a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org DONATE:If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit: Website:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org Paypal:https://whm.center/donate Venmo:https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials! Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Friendship - Kaliyanamitta

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 26:50


    In this episode Rev. Mikey Noechel offers a dharma talk on the importance of kaliyanamitta or spiritual friendship. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org DONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit: Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org Paypal: https://whm.center/donate Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    A Fresh Start: Embracing Beginner's Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 36:29


    In this episode Maddie Finn offer's a talk on beginner's mind. Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org DONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit: Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgPaypal: https://whm.center/donate Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Five Spiritual Faculties

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 28:00


    In this episode Rev. Mikey Noechel offers a talk on the five spiritual faculties: faith, energy, mindfulness, concentration, and wisdom. Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN.https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgPaypal: https://whm.center/donateVenmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashvilleFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    Two Kinds of Thought

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 37:40


    In this episode Andrew Chapman discusses the Dvedhavitakka Sutta or the discourse on two kinds of thought. This Sutta can be viewed here: https://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka/mn/mn.019.than.htmlWild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN.https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org DONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgPaypal: https://whm.center/donateVenmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

    The Middle Path

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 46:47


    In this episode Andrew Chapman and Rachael Tanner-Smith offer an overview of the eightfold path:Wise View, Wise Intention, Wise Speech, Wise Action, Wise Livelihood, Wise Effort, Wise Mindfulness, and Wise Concentration. Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN.https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org DONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgPaypal: https://whm.center/donateVenmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation 

    Guided Meditation - Equanimity (20 mins)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 22:21


    In this episode Rev. Mikey Noechel offers a guided meditation on upekkha or equanimity.The phrases used are:I feel you.I know you.I care for you.I appreciate you.I accept you as you are.  Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter... DONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit: Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter... Paypal: https://whm.center/donate Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheart... Follow Us on Socials! Facebook:  / wildheartnashville   Instagram:  / wildheartnashville   TikTok: / wildheartmeditation  

    The Naked Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 43:54


    In this episode Roy Wyman offers at talk on the naked mind. Enjoy!Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/ DONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit: Website: https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donate Paypal: https://whm.center/donate Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/wildheartnashville Follow Us on Socials! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation  

    Embrace Your Inner Demons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 23:42


    In this episode Rev. Mikey Noechel explores the insights that arise from embracing your inner demons with mindfulness and compassion. He particularly covers how Buddhism blurs the lines between what is sacred and what is profane and treats everything in existence with reverence. 

    Sutta Study - The Second Arrow

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 43:59


    Apologies for the audio! We'll have it cleaned up next time. In this episode, Andrew begins a series of talks that are centered around the Buddhist Suttas, which are the recorded teachings that were passed down by the Buddha 2600 years ago. He starts it off by talking about the popular teaching of "The Second Arrow". The summary of the lesson here is: pain is inevitable, suffering is optional. Enjoy!

    A Brief History of Buddhism

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 44:09


    In this episode, Andrew attempts to tell a concise history of Buddhism--a 2600 year old tradition--in a single Dharma talk. Referencing the work of John Peacock, Andrew details an overview of what it might have actually been like to live during the time Siddhartha Gautama walked the Earth, and most importantly, how we can understand the significance of the Buddha's teachings within the context of the Religious, Economic and Social setting of the time. Enjoy!

    Guided Meditation - Mudita, Sympathetic Joy (20 mins)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 22:21


    In this episode Rev. Mikey Noechel offers a guided meditation of Mudita or sympathetic joy. We begin the meditation by offering these phrases to ourselves:"May I open to the goodness in my life.May my happiness grow.May I be filled with joy." And then we expand our practice by offering these phrases to someone who is ease to be happy for:"May I open to the happiness in your life.May your happiness grow.May you be filled with joy."Enjoy!

    Guided Meditation - Mindfulness of the Mind (20 Mins)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 22:16


    In this episode Rev. Mikey Noechel offers a guided meditation on mindfulness of the mind. The invitation is to note when the mind is "wanting, not wanting, or not here." Enjoy! 

    Radical Acceptance

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 32:07


    In this episode Rev. Mikey Noechel offers a talk on radical acceptance, the practice of honor and validating all experience. Mikey reflects on the work outlined by Marsha Linehan as well as Tara Brach. Peace & Love. Hope you enjoy! 

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