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The Buddha taught a path of awakened living, but how does that manifest in today's world of constant connectivity and widespread suffering?How do we keep our hearts open without being defined or hardened by the pain that surrounds us, whether personal, collective, or historical? How do we navigate the paradox of holding both pain and joy, without mistaking suffering for punishment or personal failure? Can we infuse our compassion with wisdom and perspective to find the agency to take meaningful action in our communities? In her new series, Engaged Compassion, Sharon delves into these questions and more, engaging in candid conversations with a diverse group of teachers, activists, and changemakers. For the inaugural episode, Sharon's speaks with longtime friend and colleague, Jerry Colonna—a renowned coach, writer, and speaker who specializes in leadership, business, and the practice of radical self-inquiry. Jerry is the Co-founder and CEO of Reboot.io, a company inspired by the belief that work need not destroy us. He is also the author of two books: "Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up" (2019) and "Reunion: Leadership and the Longing to Belong" (2023). For more than two decades, Jerry has championed the idea that work should be non-violent to the self, the community, and the planet. This marks his third appearance on the Metta Hour Podcast.In this conversation, Sharon and Jerry speak about:Suffering and the end of sufferingThe Four Noble TruthsSara Bareilles and Gavin CreelHolding many things at onceWhere resilience comes fromHow generosity can appear in extreme lossJerry's time in India after an earthquakeThe dynamics of hope and fearHow we actually “get over loss”Misunderstanding karmaControl veiled as “magical thinking”How unworthiness leads to isolationCompassion is not hierarchicalThe Dalai Lama winning a GrammySuffering versus Extra SufferingFacing our helplessnessThe fixation with fixing thingsFinding fuel for the long haulFacing our nihilismAdditional ResourcesYou can learn more about Jerry's work and his organization Reboot.io right here. This episode is also being release on the Reboot Podcast, which can be found right here. You can listen to Jerry's first appearance on the Metta Hour in Episode 102, recorded in 2019 and his second appearance, Episode 229, recorded in 2023.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Buddhism, we are guided by the ideal of a Buddha, or awakened being. One of the characteristics of a Buddha is unconditional and selfless generosity, and when your generosity is blocked, you can be sure that some part of you still needs understanding, healing or liberation. On the other hand, when you're able to set aside your self-doubt and imagine yourself as a Buddha, when you look on other beings as if they were your children, you may find your generosity flows more naturally.

Register for the free classes, Continuing the Walk for Peace: An Inner Peace Toolkit: https://buddhismforeveryone.com/walk-for-peace-toolkit In this episode, we talk about your monkey. The monkey on your back.   You know the one. The brilliant, overachieving, slightly unhinged creature swinging through your mind at 2:00 a.m. reorganizing your life, replaying arguments, drafting emails you will never send.   In an old Buddhist story, a man is given a magical monkey by his spiritual teacher. The magical monkey can do anything. Grant any wish.   At first, it's amazing. The monkey builds him a palace! But then comes the problem. "Now what?" the monkey asks. "What next?" "More! More!"   Day and night, the monkey pesters him. The man can't rest. He can hardly sleep at night.   Finally, he returns to the Buddhist master and begs for his help.  The master gives him a single curly hair and says, "Have the monkey make this straight."   The monkey pulls it straight. It springs back. He pulls it again. It springs back again. The monkey sits down, completely absorbed in concentration. In mindfulness, the monkey becomes peaceful. And the man finally sleeps. That's the secret.   You don't get rid of the monkey mind. You give it something simple and steady to do. Breathe. Be present.   Enter: the breath. When your thoughts are racing, don't argue with them. Don't try to solve your entire existence before lunch. Just gently anchor your attention to one full inhale… and one full exhale.   Feel the air enter your nose. Feel the air in your body as you breathe deeply and slowly. Watch the breath leaving your nostrils.   That's it.   The breath is your curly hair. It keeps bouncing back. There's always another inhalation, another exhalation. Your mind will wander. Of course it will. That's what monkeys do. When you notice, kindly guide it back. No judgment. No spiritual performance review.   Just come home to the present moment.   The present moment is not dramatic. It's not flashy. But it is peaceful. And when you anchor yourself here, even for a few breaths, the monkey in the jungle quiets. You do not have to straighten every curly hair in your life. You just have to come home to the breath. And in that simple returning, again and again, the wild monkey becomes your ally. Your friend. "Don't run back to the past, don't anticipate the future. the future has not arrived;   and any present phenomenon you clearly discern in every case. The unfaltering, the unshakable: having known that, foster it.   Today's the day to keenly work— who knows, tomorrow may bring death! For there is no bargain to be struck with Death and his mighty horde.   One who keenly meditates like this, tireless all night and day: that's who has one fine night— so declares the peaceful sage. —Buddha, One Fine Night Sutra References and Links Buddha. The One Fine Night Sutra. Sutta Central (online). Retrieved from: https://suttacentral.net/mn131/en/sujato?lang=en&layout=plain&reference=none¬es=asterisk&highlight=false&script=latin Lama Tsomo (2021). Ancient Wisdom for Our Times. Tibetan Buddhist Practice: Wisdom & Compassion (Starting with Yourself). Published by Namchak Publishing Company LLC, USA. Excerpt, pages 40-41, retrieved from: https://www.namchak.org/community/blog/the-buddhist-story-of-the-monkey-mind/ Find us at the links below:  Our Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/BuddhismForEveryone Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Buddhismforeveryone Private Facebook Group:: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sanghatalk/ Website: Buddhismforeveryone.com Instagram: @buddhism4everyone X: @Joannfox77 TikTok: @buddhism4everyone YouTube: @Buddhism4Everyone To learn more about virtual classes with JoAnn Fox: Buddhist Study Program To learn about Life Coaching with JoAnn Fox visit www.BuddhismforEveryone.com or email JoAnn Fox at joann@buddhismforeveryone.com

(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on February 28, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:25 - GUIDED MEDITATION 22:14 - DHAMMA TALK (SN 55.3 WITH DĪGHĀVU--PT 1) 28:25 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES (SN 55.3 WITH DĪGHĀVU--PT 1) 45:11 - DHAMMA TALK (SN 55.3 WITH DĪGHĀVU--PT 2) 54:30 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES (SN 55.3 WITH DĪGHĀVU--PT 2) 1:08:04 - DHAMMA TALK (SN 55.54 SICK) 1:20:30 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES (SN 55.54 SICK) From January 4th to April 2nd 2026 the regularly scheduled Saturday morning program taught by Ayya Santussika, will take many of the suttas referenced in "Mindfully Facing Disease and Death" by Bhikkhu Anālayo as their basis. For those who want to dive deeply into this material, you may want to read the book as we discuss the suttas, listed below. Jan 10 SN 22.1 Nakula's Father Chapter 2 Jan 17 SN 36.6 An Arrow Chapter 3 Jan 24 SN 22.88 With Assaji Chapter 10 Jan 31 SN 22.89 With Khemaka Chapter 11 Feb 7 AN 10.60 With Girimānanda Chapter 12 Feb 14 SN 3.22 Grandmother and SN 47.13 With Cunda Chapters 13 & 14 Feb 21 MN 143 Advice to Anāthapiṇḍika Chapter 16 Feb 28 SN 55.3 With Dīghāvu and SN 55.54 Sick Chapters 17 & 18 Mar 7 SN 36.7 The Infirmary (1st) Chapter 19 Mar 14 AN 6.56 With Phagguna Chapter 20 Mar 21 SN 35.74 Sick (1st) and SN 41.10 Seeing the Sick Chapters 21 & 22 Mar 28 DN 16.31, 34-36 The Buddha's Last Words Chapter 23

Norman Fischer gives the fifteenth talk of the Dhammapada series to the Everyday Zen dharma seminar.  The Dhammapada or “Path of Dharma” is a collection of verses in the Pali Canon that encapsulates the Buddha’s teachings on ethics, meditation and wisdom and emphasizes practical guidance for living a virtuous life. Suggested donation: $7 https://bit.ly/donate-edz-online-teachings We cannot continue offering teachings online without it. Thank you! https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/edz.assets/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Dhammapada-Talk-15.mp3

Padmavajra delivers an enthralling account of the Buddha's passing into Paranirvana. Drawing on events in the Mahaparanibbana Sutta, he elucidates the perfumed chamber of the Buddha's unconditioned mind. Delivered on Parinirvana Day at the London Buddhist Centre, 2022. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now: https://freebuddhistaudio.com/donate Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast: A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dharmabytes-from-free-buddhist-audio/id416832097 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UHPDj01UH6ptj8FObwBfB YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreeBuddhistAudio1967

(Group Learning Program) - LEARN Loving-kindness Meditation (Part 4 of 4)Loving-kindness Meditation was the second most primary form of meditation employed by The Buddha to attain Enlightenment. There are many aspects of The Path to Enlightenment that one would need to learn and practice with guidance from a Teacher, however, Loving-kindness Meditation should be among the top priorities for any Practitioner aspiring to attain Enlightenment.The goal of Loving-kindness Meditation is to eliminate anger, hatred, ill will, resentment, negative self talk, and other discontent feelings associated with the unEnlightened mind.In this Podcast, David will help you understand "What is Loving-kindness Meditation", how it can help you, and how to do Loving-kindness Meditation during this live group session of Loving-kindness Meditation. David will accept questions from Students to help you develop your meditation practice and progress forward on The Path to Enlightenment.——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://mailchi.mp/f958c59262eb/buddhadailywisdomThe Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://mailchi.mp/6bb4fdf2b6e0/palicanonstudyprogramFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DailyWisdom999YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyWisdom999Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/buddhadailywisdom/Support our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #enlightenment #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse

If you struggle with the terrifying reality that everything changes, this conversation is for you. Bart van Melik is a meditation teacher, psychotherapist, and our Teacher of the Month for January. In this live session recorded on Zoom with subscribers to the 10% with Dan Harris app, Bart and Dan explore one of Bart's favorite teachings: "Keep calmly knowing change"—four words that supposedly distill all 84,000 of the Buddha's teachings. We talk about: Why attuning to the flow of things brings peace (even though change is terrifying)—and what the Buddha said on his deathbed about impermanence How to introduce meditation to kids without making it seem difficult or boring  The three dimensions of mindfulness: internal (your own mind), external (noticing other people's breath on the subway), and relational (the field we're all co-creating together) Whether connecting through venting and complaining is harmless or something to examine more closely "Useless speech" (sampappalāpa)—the Pali term for saying stuff that doesn't really matter, and why the urge is often just "look at me" Why Bart is still on this path after all these years: community Bart closes with a beautiful dedication about coming home to the body and appreciating that we show up in community. These live sessions happen every week in the app 10% with Dan Harris, where you can meditate with Dan and guest teachers and ask questions in real time. Get the app at danharris.com—there's a free 14-day trial.     Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Thanks to our sponsor:  LinkedIn:  Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to linkedin.com/happier. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris

Between 1081 and 1903, roughly 20 Japanese Buddhist monks voluntarily endured a grueling three-year process of starvation and isolation — sealing themselves alive inside stone tombs in pursuit of becoming Buddha in their own bodies.*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*Take the Weird Darkness Survey: https://take.supersurvey.com/QGZCRXPVSIN THIS EPISODE: One of the greatest monsters ever to be brought to the screen was The Mummy, portrayed by Boris Karloff. We have, of course, seen numerous recreations of the creature since the original Universal film, but still, the image is grotesque and frightening no matter the incarnation. To see a mummy in real-life is that much more shocking. But real fear… real terror… would be if you yourself were to be mummified… while still alive. (To Be Mummified Alive) *** In the days that followed the rescue of 11-year-old Terry Jo Duperrault from the wreckage of the yacht called the Bluebelle, it would became clear that a storm hadn't destroyed the ship, as the previously-rescued captain, Julian A. Harvey, had said earlier. A storm hadn't killed everyone aboard… Harvey himself had. (The Final Voyage of the Bluebelle) *** When a loved one passes away, we sometimes wish we could speak to them one last time. Some people report they received phone calls or voicemails they believe are from their deceased loved ones. Sometimes they come through as eerie otherworldly static, while other times the ghostly caller is able to communicate one last message. We'll share a few true stories from people who have received phone calls from the beyond. (Phone Calls From Beyond The Grave) *** If you buy a furnished home and move the furniture to clean the floor – and the furniture moves back on its own – you can be pretty sure you've just moved into a haunted house. That's exactly what one family in Rockford, Illinois found out. (A Haunting on School Street) *** And I'll end the episode with the story that I began it with – a short story by Louisa May Alcott called “Lost in a Pyramid”… or “The Mummy's Curse”. 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Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all things strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold cases, conspiracy theories, and more. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “20 Best Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a blend of “Coast to Coast AM”, “The Twilight Zone”, “Unsolved Mysteries”, and “In Search Of”.DISCLAIMER: Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.

If you think you're messing up your divorce… relax.In this mini episode of How Not to Suck at Divorce, Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport bring you a much-needed mental break with five outrageous, real-life divorce stories that prove one thing:No matter how chaotic your situation feels… someone is doing it worse.From a $15,000 bedazzled Buddha that cost double to fight over in court, to a couple who spent $100,000 litigating an ashtray (yes, really), to a husband who tried to avoid divorce by claiming he was technically a zombie — this episode highlights the wildest ways people derail their own divorce cases.Because here's the truth: divorce is emotional, but court is not.And when pettiness, revenge, or ego drive decisions, the only real winner is the attorney bill.In This Episode, We Cover:Why fighting over sentimental items can cost more than they're worthThe $100,000 ashtray case (and why judges lose patience)The legal consequences of “in-game crime” during divorceThe Beyoncé “To the Left” security system revenge momentThe infamous “zombie defense” divorce caseWhy judges see more chaos than you realizeHow not to let ego drive your legal strategyWhile this mini episode brings humor, the underlying message is serious:✔️ Petty fights cost real money ✔️ Emotional reactions extend litigation ✔️ Judges have seen everything — including wackadoo defenses ✔️ Revenge may feel good, but it rarely plays well in court ✔️ Strategy > spectacleDivorce can feel overwhelming, nauseating, and heavy. Sometimes you need a break — and sometimes you need perspective.If you're doggy-paddling through your divorce, consider this your reminder:You are not alone. You are not the most chaotic case in the courthouse. And you can absolutely get through this.Resources MentionedJoin our free, confidential divorce communityCheck out the updated Divorce Crash CourseExplore our downloadable divorce guidebooksOur Divorce Crash Course was designed to hold your hand through the process and help you avoid major and expensive mistakes. Learn more here: https://www.hownottosuckatdivorce.com/divorce-crash-courseOur Family Wizard is another fantasitc resource for those who need help navigating the "fun" world of coparenting. Head to this landing page to see how we work closely with them to support our listeners! http://www.ourfamilywizard.com/notsuckFriends, slide into our dms, we love love love hearing from you. We are always here to listen and help in any way we can. You've got this and we've got you.Instagram: @hownotosuckatdivorceFollow Andrea: @theandrearappaportFollow Morgan: @divorceattorneychicago

10.51 The Buddha teaches that, if you can't read anyone else's mind, read your own by regular self-reflection.10.52 Sāriputta teaches that, if you can't read anyone else's mind, read your own by regular self-reflection.10.53 The Buddha doesn't praise stagnation in wholesome qualities, let alone decline.10.54 The Buddha teaches that, if you can't read anyone else's mind, read your own by regular self-reflection. Includes a teaching on various things that should or should not be cultivated.10.55 Sāriputta explains what the Buddha meant by a mendicant who is in decline.10.56 Ten meditative perceptions that lead to the deathless.10.57 Ten meditative perceptions that lead to the deathless.10.58 The root of all things, and similar principles.10.59 Ten reflections that strengthen the mind of a renunciate.10.60 The monk Girimānanda is sick. The Buddha encourages Ānanda to visit him and speak of ten perceptions.

Baseball is America's pastime. So how did it end up in one of the remotest places on Earth? Just in time for the World Baseball Classic (starting March 5th), join me as we explore the history of the sport in Bhutan and how a tiny part of the Himalayas became a bastion for baseball.

This teaching was given by Lama Zopa Rinpoche at Lama Tsonkhapa Institute in Italy as part of the Ganden Lha Gyama retreat between September 3-30, 2004.00:04:23 Lama Zopa Rinpoche thanks the organization and Lama Tsongkhapa Institute for providing the facilities and course.00:08:46 To achieve enlightenment, we need to engage in both study and retreat. Dromtonpa explained, “While I am listening, I am reflecting. While I am reflecting, I meditate.” Listening, reflecting, and meditating should be practiced without separation.00:16:15 Without learning and explanation, there is nothing to meditate on, except delusions. The more we practice, the more powerful our actions become to benefit others.00:22:48 Even with intellectual understanding we can benefit so much, but especially if we have realizations, we are able to offer very deep benefit to others.00:24:54 The meaning of "transmigratory beings": all those sentient beings who are transmigrating to one of the six realms under the control of karma and delusion.00:42:43 If it was only up to the compassion and power of the Buddhas, there would not be a single suffering sentient being left. Sentient beings need to make effort from their side to change their karma.00:59:14 The best way to benefit sentient beings is by learning and practicing Dharma - stopping non-virtuous actions and engaging in virtuous ones. This enables us to give others the ultimate benefit.01:01:45 Even just by educating others in the Four Noble Truths, we can offer incredible benefit and lead them to ultimate happiness. This is the best solution and our contribution to world peace.Find out more about Lama Zopa Rinpoche, his teachings and projects at https://fpmt.org/

Season 3 Finale - Ross and Colton hold it down while Jess recoversStadium Food DebateRoss kicks things off asking what you have to eat every time you walk into an arena - sparked by the legendary Costco hot dog at a buck fiftyColton goes giant beer first, then a thick hot dog with relish and the brownest spicy mustard he can findRoss makes the case for the Chicago dog - Vienna beef, poppy seed bun, neon green relish, tomato, dill pickle spear, sport peppers, and celery salt - never ketchupThe guys plan to attempt the 9-9-9 challenge together at a Cubs vs Astros game - nine hot dogs, nine 16-ounce beers, nine inningsColton won a spicy wings challenge at a sports bar, turned down the milk at the end and called for a tequila shot instead, paid for it the next dayRoss failed a 4-pound burger challenge at his brothers rehearsal dinner after eating two full baskets of appetizers beforehandRandom Jackassery QuestionsWorst nicknames - Colton got Hagler in middle school, Ross got Ross the Bus and Buddha at sports camp as a kidMost useless talent - Colton eats entire apples core and all, Ross fires off random facts nobody asked for including the tapirs three-headed anatomyPersonal chef vs chauffeur - both pick the chef, Colton wants to watch the knife work and learn the seasoning combinationsColtons Year in ReviewSince last WorkbenchCon Colton left his job, had daughter Charlie, moved to two acres outside Houston, and is now a full-time stay-at-home dadComing up on a year sober - went to four weddings without drinking and almost nobody noticedCold Crate is on pause while the shop gets built but a big commission quote is close to going out the doorThe Honest State of Custom Making in 2025Middle tier custom furniture is nearly impossible to compete in when your raw material cost alone exceeds what the overseas finished product sells forThe clients worth targeting are the ones who want something that does not exist on Wayfair and already understand they are paying a premium for itRoss pivoted to real estate agents and interior designers during the housing boom but that pipeline has slowed down hardRepair and restoration is picking up as people choose to extend what they have rather than replace itAI tools like Riverside are making production quality content easier to produce and both guys believe maker content creation is still worth the grind if you have something real to sayYard Chaos and a Useful DiscoveryColton used a tractor as a giant leaf wheelbarrow which went fine until the ground started feeling like quicksand under their feetStabbed the soft spots with a pickaxe expecting a busted line, nothing came out, likely just ground compression from repeated tractor passesRoss recommends a sod roller - fills with water, hooks to any riding mower, flattens ruts and soft spots - cheap to rent at Home DepotHousekeeping and Season FourThis is the official end of Season 3 - wrapping up since WorkbenchCon is not happening this year for the first time since the show launchedAll deep cut segments are now on beataroundthebench.com in their own sectionWelcome to new Patreon member Tony from Tonys Woodworkx in HoustonUse code BATB at mullettools.com for 5 percent off dust collection gearSeason 4 kicks off in March - send in your suggestions for the new episode naming theme

An article in a Buddhist journal suggested that it is not possible torealise enlightenment in our times because there is too much greed,hatred and delusion. The best we can do, they say, is to practice theparami and hope for a rebirth where conditions are more favourable.This talk debunks that idea, pointing out that the gateway toenlightenment is guarded by nothing but our own ignorance and innerdemons. The talk discusses the four things that the Buddha said thatlead to the growth of wisdom.Paul Harris is the Spiritual Head and principal meditation teacher at the House of Inner Tranquillity.This talk was given in April 2013

The 12 links of dependent origination from the Buddha and Goenka Vipassana are compared to the polyvagel theory from Stephen Porges and Peter Levine

Send a textWhat happens when a ski champion, science skeptic, and seeker for meaning discovers the bridge between quantum physics and spiritual growth?Philippe Brouillard, bestselling author, speaker, and founder of Vida Quantum, grew up surrounded by Buddha statues and crystals in the '80s—yet his journey led him from national mogul ski competitions and seven-figure clinic success to complete burnout and disconnection. What followed was a relentless quest for answers: from extreme sports to drugs and therapy, from functional medicine to finishing his PhD in consciousness science.In this episode, Philippe shares:How his scientific upbringing and spiritual roots shaped his worldviewThe pivotal moment when quantum science made spirituality tangibleWhy skepticism fueled his lifelong search for “why” behind every spiritual toolThe SOURCE Formula: confronting perception and reality for profound transformationWhat coherence looks like in the brain and nervous system when we reconnect with onenessHow quantum principles reframe trauma as evolution—not sufferingThe difference between pleasure and happiness, and why superficial spiritual “quick fixes” fall shortThe deeper challenge of New Age spirituality: are we consuming or truly evolving?Philippe reminds us that asking “why” brings meaning—and that embracing uncertainty and evolution is central to awakening. Whether you're a curious skeptic, a spiritual seeker, or navigating life's biggest challenges, this conversation will transform the way you see science, spirituality, and your own potential for happiness. Support the show

This talk was given by Andrew Chapman at the Imperfect, Impersonal, Impermanent Meditation Retreat on Jan. 28th - Feb. 1st, 2026 in Sewanee, TN. These are the first afternoon instruction on practicing with dukkha. 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

(Online) In times of uncertainty and constant stimulation, the heart needs a reliable place to rest. This talk explores the Buddhist teaching of refuge as the foundation for practice and transformation. We begin by reflecting on where we habitually seek safety, and why many forms of refuge prove unstable. From there, the talk introduces the deeper meaning of taking refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha—as sources of inner steadiness, guidance, and connection. Refuge is not escape, but a way of coming home to what can truly support awakening and compassionate engagement. (This teaching comes from the Clear Dharma Sangha, an online community exploring how to live the Dharma in everyday life.)

10.41 Ten reasons for disputes in the Saṅgha.10.42 Ten roots for disputes in the Saṅgha.10.43 Ten roots for disputes in the Saṅgha.10.44 A mendicant who wishes to admonish another should first reflect on five things in themselves and establish a further five.10.45 Ten dangers for a monk who enters a royal harem.10.46 The Sakyans say that they don't always observe the eight precepts on the sabbath. The Buddha strongly admonishes them to be more consistent.10.47 Mahāli the Licchavi asks the Buddha for the causes of bad deeds.10.48 Topics for frequent reflection by one gone forth.10.49 Ten things that depend on the body.10.50 Some monks are arguing, so the Buddha teaches them ten warm-hearted principles.

Buddhadatta is a Buddhism-inspired punk rock band from Japan, who has released their debut album Buddha & Devadatta in Australia last December. - 去年オーストラリアでデビューしたパンクバンド『Buddhadatta（ブッダダッタ）』は、仏教の教えやお経からインスパイアされたパンクロック・バンドです。

(Online) In times of uncertainty and constant stimulation, the heart needs a reliable place to rest. This talk explores the Buddhist teaching of refuge as the foundation for practice and transformation. We begin by reflecting on where we habitually seek safety, and why many forms of refuge prove unstable. From there, the talk introduces the deeper meaning of taking refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha—as sources of inner steadiness, guidance, and connection. Refuge is not escape, but a way of coming home to what can truly support awakening and compassionate engagement. (This teaching comes from the Clear Dharma Sangha, an online community exploring how to live the Dharma in everyday life.)

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Discovering Insights at Longmen: Mei's Artistic Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-02-25-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 梅和健在一个寒冷的冬日早上来到龙门石窟。En: Mei and Jian arrived at the Longmen Grottoes on a cold winter morning.Zh: 梅裹紧大衣，抬头望着这些雄伟的石刻。En: Mei wrapped her coat tightly around her and looked up at these majestic stone carvings.Zh: 龙江两岸的红灯笼在微风中轻轻摇晃，仿佛在欢迎每一位到访者。En: The red lanterns on both banks of the Long River swayed gently in the breeze, as if welcoming each visitor.Zh: 这里既古老又神秘，是他们此行的重要部分。En: This place, both ancient and mysterious, was an important part of their journey.Zh: 梅正处于研究生阶段，她的论文围绕佛教艺术展开。En: Mei, currently pursuing her graduate studies, was focusing her thesis on Buddhist art.Zh: 作为旅游向导的健是她的好朋友，也是此行的向导。En: Jian, a tour guide and her good friend, was also their guide on this trip.Zh: 他们慢慢地走进这片神圣的土地。En: They slowly walked into this sacred land.Zh: 健指着一个巨大的释迦牟尼佛像说：“这尊佛像是北魏时期雕刻的，具有极高的艺术价值。En: Jian pointed to a huge statue of Shakyamuni Buddha and said, "This statue was carved during the Northern Wei period and holds immense artistic value."Zh: ”梅点点头，仔细地观察着每一个细节。En: Mei nodded, carefully observing each detail.Zh: 她感到有些焦虑，担心无法找到新的灵感。En: She felt a bit anxious, worried about not finding new inspiration.Zh: 健注意到她的担忧，轻声说：“有时真正的发现不在于新，而在于你自己的理解。En: Noticing her concern, Jian softly said, "Sometimes true discoveries aren't about new things, but about your own understanding."Zh: ”梅决定不再过于聚焦于总结学术数据。En: Mei decided not to focus too much on compiling academic data.Zh: 她开始放慢脚步，试图感受这个地方的气息和声音。En: She began to slow her pace, trying to feel the spirit and sounds of the place.Zh: 晶莹的雪花轻轻落在雕刻的石头上，似乎在诉说千年以前的故事。En: The crystalline snowflakes gently fell on the carved stones, seemingly telling stories from a thousand years ago.Zh: 当他们到达一个小型洞窟时，梅停下脚步。En: When they reached a small cave, Mei paused.Zh: 这个洞窟内有一尊小佛像，略有磨损但依然充满慈悲。En: Inside the cave was a small Buddha statue, slightly worn but still full of compassion.Zh: 她凝视着佛像的眼神，忽然感到一种从未有过的平和。En: She gazed into the eyes of the statue and suddenly felt an unprecedented peace.Zh: “我想我找到了，”梅轻声说道。En: "I think I've found it," Mei whispered.Zh: 她不再需要寻找所谓的“新发现”，而是要表达她自己对这些艺术品的理解和想法。En: She no longer needed to search for so-called "new discoveries" but rather needed to express her own understanding and thoughts about these works of art.Zh: 踏上返回路径时，梅的心情变得轻松而明亮。En: As they stepped onto the path back, Mei's mood became light and bright.Zh: 她知道，无论是学术还是生活，关键在于融合知识与自我感悟。En: She knew that whether in academics or life, the key lay in merging knowledge with personal insights.Zh: 冬日的阳光洒在地面，片片雪花在阳光下闪耀。En: The winter sunshine spilled onto the ground, with snowflakes shimmering in the light.Zh: 梅和健并肩走着，向前方的红灯笼走去，那是走过一年努力，又迎来新希望的象征。En: Mei and Jian walked side by side toward the red lanterns ahead, symbolizing the end of a year of effort and the ushering in of new hope.Zh: 这次旅行不仅给梅带来了论文的启示，更重要的是，她找到了自己的声音。En: This journey not only provided Mei with insights for her thesis but, more importantly, she found her own voice.Zh: 明年的灯节，她将以全新的视角来审视自己的艺术旅程。En: By the Lantern Festival next year, she would view her artistic journey from a brand-new perspective.Zh: 她的心仿佛与千年前的艺术家和信仰者相连，为她的论文注入了鲜活的灵魂。En: Her heart seemed connected to the artists and believers from a thousand years ago, breathing vibrant life into her thesis. Vocabulary Words:grottoes: 石窟majestic: 雄伟lanterns: 灯笼mysterious: 神秘graduate: 研究生pursuing: 处于thesis: 论文sacred: 神圣statue: 雕像artistic: 艺术value: 价值observe: 观察anxious: 焦虑concern: 担忧inspiration: 灵感crystalline: 晶莹carved: 雕刻compassion: 慈悲unprecedented: 从未有过discoveries: 发现insights: 感悟shimmering: 闪耀perspective: 视角believers: 信仰者vibrant: 鲜活whispered: 轻声说道ushering: 迎来endeavors: 努力landscapes: 土地etched: 刻

The word Samadhi is usually translated as concentration, but it's also thought of as collectedness of mind and steadiness. This important teaching - the 8th factor on the Eightfold Path is necessary for awakening and liberation. Mary discusses what Samadhi is and isn't and how we cultivate this important quality.Recorded Feb. 21, 2022 in the virtual worldSend me a text with any questions or comments! Include your name and email if you would like a response - it's not included automatically. Thanks.Visit Mary's website for more info on classes and teachings.

In this Wednesday Night Dharma Talk coinciding with Lunar New Year, Senseis Kodo and Dainin Lau guide viewers through a recording of Upaya's Gate of Sweet Nectar — a monthly new moon ceremony of radical hospitality toward all hungry and wandering spirits. These hungry ghosts become a mirror for the parts of ourselves blinded by greed, aversion, and delusion — the states that make us unable to… Source

(Pali Canon Study Group) - Walking The Path with The Buddha - Volume 2 - (Chapter 31-40)Explore The Teachings of The Fully Perfectly Enlightened Buddha through "The Words of The Buddha" Book Series in the Pali Canon in English Study Group.To learn more about this program, visit this link:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/PaliCanonStudyGroup⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Using The Words of The Buddha book series, this program is offered to guide you in learning and practicing The Teachings of The Buddha on The Path to Enlightenment.You can access The Words of The Buddha Books Series using this link.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this Podcast, David will guide you in understanding the Pali Canon in English through The Words of The Buddha which will help you to learn, reflect, and practice The Teachings of Gotama Buddha on The Path to Enlightenment.——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://mailchi.mp/f958c59262eb/buddhadailywisdomThe Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://mailchi.mp/6bb4fdf2b6e0/palicanonstudyprogramFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DailyWisdom999YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyWisdom999Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/buddhadailywisdom/Support our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #enlightenment #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse

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The Best Spiritual Teachers of All Time | 10 Masters That Can Change Your Life. What do Lao Tzu, Confucius, the Buddha, Peace Pilgrim, Rumi, Don Miguel Ruiz, Byron Katie, Eckhart Tolle, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Edgar Cayce have in common?They each left behind a spiritual blueprint that still transforms lives today.In this video, we journey through time to uncover the core teachings, timeless wisdom, and powerful tools of 10 of the world's most influential spiritual teachers. Whether you're drawn to Taoism, Buddhism, poetry, mysticism, intuitive healing, or modern non-duality, this is your launchpad.

Here Sangharakshita shares two personal stories from his time in Kalimpong and how he came to learn that Vajrasattva is connected with death. This lecture is a series of reflections based around the Buddha's Parinirvana ('death'), stressing the importance of impermanence and explaining episodes recorded in the Mahaparinibbana Sutta. Excerpted from the talk entitled Between Twin Sala Trees as part of the series Incidents from the Pali Canon, 1983. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now: https://freebuddhistaudio.com/donate Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast: Bite-sized clips - Buddhist inspiration three times a week. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dharmabytes-from-free-buddhist-audio/id416832097 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UHPDj01UH6ptj8FObwBfB

At the celebration of Lunar New Year of the Fire Horse

In dieser Folge hörst Du einen Daily Reminder von Ji Kwang Dae Poep Sa Nim über unser Mantra, welche so wertvoll ist und eine vorzügliche Kraft besitzt.Vielen Dank Ji Kwang Dae Poep Sa Nim,Hapchang,Deine Gak Duk

In this episode, you will hear a daily reminder from Ji Kwang Dae Poep Sa Nim about our mantra, which is so valuable and has such exquisite power.Thank You very much Ji Kwang Dae Poep Sa Nim.Hapchang,Yours in the dharma, Gak Duk

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Rev. Ando Mueller gives a detailed look at the Festival of the Buddha's Parinirvana, describing the details and symbolism of the ceremony. Parinirvana is the festival of the Buddha's death. This talk was given at Shasta Abbey on Sunday February 22, 2026.YouTube: https://youtu.be/Cv8ceOA5NgUTwitter/X: @shastaabbey

The Buddha's time has come and his companion, Ananda, is completely grief-stricken for the teacher whom he loves so deeply. Vadanya shares the Buddha's gentle encouragement and public praise of his loyal companion in the moments before his Paranibbana. Excerpted from the talk entitled The Last Days of The Buddha given at Sheffield Buddhist Centre, 2008. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now: https://freebuddhistaudio.com/donate Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast: Bite-sized clips - Buddhist inspiration three times a week. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dharmabytes-from-free-buddhist-audio/id416832097 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UHPDj01UH6ptj8FObwBfB

(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on February 21, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - DHAMMA TALK : - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES From January 4th to April 2nd 2026 the regularly scheduled Saturday morning program taught by Ayya Santussika, will take many of the suttas referenced in "Mindfully Facing Disease and Death" by Bhikkhu Anālayo as their basis. For those who want to dive deeply into this material, you may want to read the book as we discuss the suttas, listed below. Jan 10 SN 22.1 Nakula's Father Chapter 2 Jan 17 SN 36.6 An Arrow Chapter 3 Jan 24 SN 22.88 With Assaji Chapter 10 Jan 31 SN 22.89 With Khemaka Chapter 11 Feb 7 AN 10.60 With Girimānanda Chapter 12 Feb 14 SN 3.22 Grandmother and SN 47.13 With Cunda Chapters 13 & 14 Feb 21 MN 143 Advice to Anāthapiṇḍika Chapter 16 Feb 28 SN 55.3 With Dīghāvu and SN 55.54 Sick Chapters 17 & 18 Mar 7 SN 36.7 The Infirmary (1st) Chapter 19 Mar 14 AN 6.56 With Phagguna Chapter 20 Mar 21 SN 35.74 Sick (1st) and SN 41.10 Seeing the Sick Chapters 21 & 22 Mar 28 DN 16.31, 34-36 The Buddha's Last Words Chapter 23

The Buddha's Enlightenment and his Parinirvana are the two key events in his life. But what significance do they hold for us in our approach to life - and death? Subhadramati, an experienced and engaging Buddhist teacher, will explore these profound questions. This talk was given at London Buddhist Centre, 2024. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now: https://freebuddhistaudio.com/donate Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast: A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dharmabytes-from-free-buddhist-audio/id416832097 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UHPDj01UH6ptj8FObwBfB YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreeBuddhistAudio1967

(Group Learning Program) - LEARN Loving-kindness Meditation (Part 3 of 4)Loving-kindness Meditation was the second most primary form of meditation employed by The Buddha to attain Enlightenment. There are many aspects of The Path to Enlightenment that one would need to learn and practice with guidance from a Teacher, however, Loving-kindness Meditation should be among the top priorities for any Practitioner aspiring to attain Enlightenment.The goal of Loving-kindness Meditation is to eliminate anger, hatred, ill will, resentment, negative self talk, and other discontent feelings associated with the unEnlightened mind.In this Podcast, David will help you understand "What is Loving-kindness Meditation", how it can help you, and how to do Loving-kindness Meditation during this live group session of Loving-kindness Meditation. David will accept questions from Students to help you develop your meditation practice and progress forward on The Path to Enlightenment.——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://mailchi.mp/f958c59262eb/buddhadailywisdomThe Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://mailchi.mp/6bb4fdf2b6e0/palicanonstudyprogramFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DailyWisdom999YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyWisdom999Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/buddhadailywisdom/Support our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #enlightenment #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse

Saturday, 21 February 2026   But Jesus came and touched them and said, “Arise, and do not be afraid.” Matthew 17:7   “And He came, Jesus. He touched them, and He said, ‘You rouse, and you fear not'” (CG).   In the previous verse, after hearing the voice from heaven, the disciples fell on their faces and were greatly afraid. Matthew next records, “And He came, Jesus. He touched them.”   This is something seen elsewhere, in both testaments. When a person is presented with the presence of deity, it so overwhelms him that he falls to the ground in a stupor. But then, a comforting hand is presented to him –   “And I, Daniel, alone saw the vision, for the men who were with me did not see the vision; but a great terror fell upon them, so that they fled to hide themselves. 8 Therefore I was left alone when I saw this great vision, and no strength remained in me; for my vigor was turned to frailty in me, and I retained no strength. 9 Yet I heard the sound of his words; and while I heard the sound of his words I was in a deep sleep on my face, with my face to the ground. 10 Suddenly, a hand touched me, which made me tremble on my knees and on the palms of my hands. 11 And he said to me, ‘O Daniel, man greatly beloved, understand the words that I speak to you, and stand upright, for I have now been sent to you.' While he was speaking this word to me, I stood trembling.” Daniel 10:7-11   “When I turned to see the voice that spoke with me. And having turned I saw seven golden lampstands, 13 and in the midst of the seven lampstands One like the Son of Man, clothed with a garment down to the feet and girded about the chest with a golden band. 14 His head and hair were white like wool, as white as snow, and His eyes like a flame of fire; 15 His feet were like fine brass, as if refined in a furnace, and His voice as the sound of many waters; 16 He had in His right hand seven stars, out of His mouth went a sharp two-edged sword, and His countenance was like the sun shining in its strength. 17 And when I saw Him, I fell at His feet as dead. But He laid His right hand on me, saying to me, ‘Do not be afraid; I am the First and the Last. 18 I am He who lives, and was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore. Amen. And I have the keys of Hades and of Death.'” Revelation 1:12-18   Along with touching them, it says, “and He said, ‘You rouse, and you fear not.'”   The words of Jesus and the familiarity of His voice would have brought them to their senses and let them know that, despite the terror the manifestation of the voice brought, they were safe in His presence.   Life application: The lesson for the disciples is the same as the lesson for us today. Though humans throughout the world and in an almost unlimited number of religions constantly talk about God in their regular conversation, there is no fist-bumping fellowship between the two.   Rather, the perfections of God in contrast to the imperfections found in man mean that we should rather be terrified of encountering Him on our own merits. It cannot be known how the voice from the Father occurred, but it struck terror in the hearts and minds of the disciples.   It is the same reaction as occurred at Mount Sinai when Israel heard the words of the Lord God when the Ten Commandments were spoken. At that time, their response to Moses was, “You speak with us, and we will hear; but let not God speak with us, lest we die.”   Jesus is there to mediate between His Father and us. It is His perfection that allows this. Without that, there would only be horror at the majesty of God in relation to our own infinitely fallen state.   It is Jesus who restores harmony between the two. It cannot come about through Muhammad, Buddha, Krishna, Mary, or any other person or figure who is prayed to by the deceived people of the world. Without Jesus, there is only the expectation of judgment and condemnation. Thank God for Jesus Christ, who makes our restoration with God possible.   Lord God, how grateful we are for the giving of Your Son to bring us back to You. We praise You, and we will praise You forever and ever because of Him. Thank You for Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on February 21, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - DHAMMA TALK : - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES From January 4th to April 2nd 2026 the regularly scheduled Saturday morning program taught by Ayya Santussika, will take many of the suttas referenced in "Mindfully Facing Disease and Death" by Bhikkhu Anālayo as their basis. For those who want to dive deeply into this material, you may want to read the book as we discuss the suttas, listed below. Jan 10 SN 22.1 Nakula's Father Chapter 2 Jan 17 SN 36.6 An Arrow Chapter 3 Jan 24 SN 22.88 With Assaji Chapter 10 Jan 31 SN 22.89 With Khemaka Chapter 11 Feb 7 AN 10.60 With Girimānanda Chapter 12 Feb 14 SN 3.22 Grandmother and SN 47.13 With Cunda Chapters 13 & 14 Feb 21 MN 143 Advice to Anāthapiṇḍika Chapter 16 Feb 28 SN 55.3 With Dīghāvu and SN 55.54 Sick Chapters 17 & 18 Mar 7 SN 36.7 The Infirmary (1st) Chapter 19 Mar 14 AN 6.56 With Phagguna Chapter 20 Mar 21 SN 35.74 Sick (1st) and SN 41.10 Seeing the Sick Chapters 21 & 22 Mar 28 DN 16.31, 34-36 The Buddha's Last Words Chapter 23

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Drawing on the story of Pukkusāti meeting the Buddha, this talk explores four core resolves: not neglecting wisdom, protecting the truth, cultivating generosity, and training in peace. With reflections from retreat practice and daily life, the talk invites us to orient the heart again and again toward these qualities as a path of gradual cultivation and inner freedom.

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Drawing on the story of Pukkusāti meeting the Buddha, this talk explores four core resolves: not neglecting wisdom, protecting the truth, cultivating generosity, and training in peace. With reflections from retreat practice and daily life, the talk invites us to orient the heart again and again toward these qualities as a path of gradual cultivation and inner freedom.

Mary Ann Sachsteder gives the fourteenth talk of the Dhammapada series to the Everyday Zen dharma seminar.  The Dhammapada or “Path of Dharma” is a collection of verses in the Pali Canon that encapsulates the Buddha’s teachings on ethics, meditation and wisdom and emphasizes practical guidance for living a virtuous life. Suggested donation: $7 https://bit.ly/donate-edz-online-teachings We cannot continue offering teachings online without it. Thank you! https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/edz.assets/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Dhammapada-Talk-14-Mary-Ann-Sachsteder.mp3

#401 In this episode, Guy talked with Julian Polzin, a former psychotherapist turned spiritual teacher, and shared his profound awakening experience that began while grieving on a graveyard bench in Germany, leading to a complete dissolution of ego and entry into samadhi.  Through deep meditation practices, he began remembering hundreds of past lives as a Buddhist monk and yogi, receiving downloads of ancient yogic systems and experiencing visions of Atlantis and its fall due to spiritual corruption and transhumanist technology. He explained how dark entities on the astral plane compete for human souls by offering temptations that disconnect people from divine will, and how the Buddhist system was designed to counteract the Atlantean karma of the hyperactive intellect separated from God. Julian warned that humanity is repeating the Atlantean pattern with AI, transhumanism, and recent technological interventions that disconnect individuals from divine current, leading to a timeline split between those who surrender to God and those who fall into ego gratification. Now based in Peru's Sacred Valley, he works to build a monastery and teaches proper spiritual discernment, emphasizing that true liberation requires total surrender, renunciation of worldly attachments, and the guidance of a genuine teacher assigned by divine will. About Julian: Julian practices and teaches Zen-Buddhist methods in combination with the Yogic realization process and various other mystical practices. On his spiritual path he opened himself to mystical insight. He experienced realization beyond physical experience which changed his therapeutic approach.  In 2021 he traveled to Nepal to meditate in holy places to experience the land, ancient energies and intelligences of a non-material nature. He practiced psychotherapy in Germany for seven years, but moved on from the method after experiencing the limitations of the psychotherapeutic framework.  Now he focusses on sharing spiritual teachings of direct inquiry to assist his clients in realizing themselves through the mystical experience. Key Points Discussed:  (00:00) - Spiritual Odyssey: Awakening to Higher Realms! (00:42) - Welcome + What This Conversation Will Challenge (01:47) - Retreat Announcements & How to Connect (02:32) - Meet Julian: From Psychotherapist to Awakening (03:54) - Grief on the Graveyard Bench → Spontaneous Samadhi (06:32) - Two Weeks of Emptiness + Finding Words for It (07:35) - Channeling Zen, Kundalini & Past-Life Memories (12:28) - Integrating Trauma, Avoiding Ego Traps & Buddhist Prep (16:04) - Quitting the Day Job: Total Surrender vs "Spiritual Gold Rush" (20:27) - Atlantis Vision: Transhumanism, Tech Corruption & Timeline Split (27:17) - How Atlantis Fell: The 'Ascension Engine' and No Shortcuts (30:20) - Dark Entities Explained: Temptation, Energy Feeding & the Lower Astral (33:20) - Escaping the Astral Trap: Renunciation & Liberation (34:09) - Atlantis Repeat? Psychic Awakening Without Ego Death (34:40) - Buddha's Non-Reaction System & Starving the Ego (35:24) - Modern Overstimulation: Why Awakening Needs a Foundation (37:41) - Karmic Gravity & the Problem with the 'New Age' Gold Rush (39:21) - Civilizations Fall Through Spiritual Corruption (Inca, Tibet, Egypt) (41:48) - Visions of a Timeline Split: Transhumanism, Collapse & 'New Earth' (44:40) - Suffering vs Surrender: How Souls Learn by Law (46:39) - Karmic Repeats: The Same Choices Across Lifetimes (49:25) - A Tibetan Lama's Mistake: Spiritual Ego & the Teacher's Test (52:53) - True Lineage, Daily Tests & 'Selling the Soul' Explained (55:42) - Why Souls Reincarnate: God's Mirror, Surrender & Enlightenment (01:00:29) - Peru Monastery Vision, Money Discernment & Where to Find Him How to Contact Julian Polzin:thelighthouse.pe   About me:My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en Guy's websites:www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co

The two practices that helped turn this self described scowling, sarcastic skeptic into an expert meditator.   Devin Berry is a Core Guiding Teacher at the Insight Meditation Society and a residential retreat teacher at IMS and Spirit Rock. A meditator since 1999, his practice is rooted in long-term retreat practice and the mettā and vipassanā teachings of the Insight Meditation tradition.    In this episode we talk about: Why mindfulness alone is not enough How mettā is part of four related mental skills called the Brahma Viharas The story of how and why the Buddha (according to the legend) invented mettā practice The role and practice of generosity A year long experiment that Devin ran in mettā and danā And lastly, how these practices can help us both on and off the cushion   This episode originally aired on July 31st, 2024.   Get the 10% with Dan Harris app here Sign up for Dan's free newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Thanks to our sponsors:  LinkedIn:  Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to linkedin.com/happier. Warby Parker: Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at WarbyParker.com/HAPPIER — using our link helps support the show. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris    

This talk was given by Mikey Noechel at the Imperfect, Impersonal, Impermanent Meditation Retreat on Jan. 28th - Feb. 1st, 2026 in Sewanee, TN. These are the first morning instruction on mindfulness of breathing. 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

Are you looking for a truly transformative focus for Lent? What if I told you Tara, the female Buddha, is the perfect guide for you this Lent? The book Tara – the Liberating Power of the Female Buddha: 22 Meditations to Heal Ourselves and Repair Our World by Rachel Wooten, is the book I'm reading and recommending this Lenten season. Tara will help you to prioritize yourself and your spiritual practice time, and heal the things that make you put yourself last. In this episode, I share the miraculous story of Tara, who was told she could not be enlightened in a female body, and who swore she would not only do so but would work to help all beings become enlightened! This miraculous book illustrates the 21 aspects or manifestations of Tara, each of which has a focus to help empower you to overcome inner obstacles to enlightenment. I know this book will be an invaluable guide for you, whether during the Lenten season or anytime you read it. PS - If you would like to purchase this book, click here for the Show Notes https://francesfayden.com/how-the-female-b…-heart-this-lent/   Key Learnings: 1) As a young woman on the spiritual path, Tara caught the attention of other monks who were amazed at her spiritual stature. They urged her to transform into a man so she could become fully enlightened, not believing she could do so as a woman. She vowed right there to achieve enlightenment in a female body and to only be in a female body while she assisted all sentient beings achieve enlightenment. 2) There are 21 manifestations of Tara, all with a different color and gift to help you on your path of awakening. I read from chapter 13, The Red Burning Tara who fiercely protects your spiritual practice and supports you in prioritizing yourself! 3) The mantra for the Red Burning Tara is Om Tare Tuttare Ture Spho Traya Bas Min Kuru Soha! Here is the pronunciation – Ohm Tahray Tootahray Tooray Sfo Traiya Bahs Meen Kooroo Soha   "Because you are inseparable from the web of life around you, your inner work and self-care naturally contribute to the healing of the world." Rachel Wooten, Ph.D.   Click here to purchase Tara – the Liberating Power of the Female Buddha by Rachel Wooten To join the Magnify Your Miracles membership, email me at frances@francesfayden.com If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com