Podcasts about clinging

Feeling stuck in the unsettling space between who you were and who you're becoming? If you're navigating midlife transitions—whether it's empty nest, perimenopause, aging parents, or shifting identity—this episode of Pleasure in the Pause offers a transformative perspective on living consciously through change.Host Gabriela Espinosa sits down with Ann Tashi Slater to explore the Buddhist concept of "bardo"—the in-between state—as a powerful model for midlife transformation. If you've been resisting change, clinging to what was, or feeling overwhelmed by uncertainty, this conversation reveals how accepting impermanence can actually open the door to deeper peace, creativity, and joy. Discover practical daily practices for meeting life's transitions with awareness instead of resistance, and learn how to live fully awake in the great in-between of midlife.Are you ready to awaken your sensuality and feel more empowered in your body? Access the FREE Pleasure Upgrade Bundle at https://www.pleasureinthepause.com/gift.Ann Tashi Slater is the author of Traveling in Bardo: The Art of Living in an Impermanent World. She contributes to The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Paris Review, Oprah Daily, Guernica, Granta, and many others. Her speaking engagements include Princeton, Columbia, Oxford, the American University of Paris, and Asia Society. Highlights from our discussion include:Bardo as a midlife model: The Buddhist concept of bardo—the in-between state—perfectly describes midlife when we're no longer who we were but not yet who we're becoming.Acceptance unlocks action: True acceptance doesn't mean giving up—it allows meaningful action. We must acknowledge reality before we can move forward through any transition.Resistance causes suffering: It's not change itself that threatens us, but our resistance to it. Clinging to what was creates additional suffering on top of natural grief.Practice noticing transitions: Build comfort with impermanence by observing daily beginnings and endings—the start and end of each day, changing seasons, how you've evolved over time.This week, notice one beginning and one ending in your day. Then ask yourself: If things could be exactly as I wanted, what would my life look like? Remember—wanting to be happy isn't selfish, it's human.If you're seeking to reclaim your pleasure and vitality, join Gabriella at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.pleasureinthepause.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for this enlightening journey into the heart of female pleasure and empowerment.CONNECT WITH ANN TASHI SLATER:Traveling In BardoWebsiteCONNECT WITH GABRIELLA ESPINOSA:InstagramLinkedInWork with Gabriella! Go to https://www.gabriellaespinosa.com/ to book a call.Full episodes on YouTube. The information shared on Pleasure in the Pause is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any decisions about your health or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or Pleasure in the Pause.

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.11.03 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24178/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.11.03 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24178/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

IndyCar Tim breaks down one of the most dramatic weeks of the season in Texas college football. The Aggies humiliate LSU in Death Valley, sending Brian Kelly packing, while Texas once again survives itself in a wild overtime win over Mississippi State. Texas Tech returns to form with a 42–0 shutout, and TCU continues its steady climb with a win over West Virginia. Plus, SMU's ACC magic finally runs out and Cincinnati keeps rolling in the Big 12.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Sunday School Service

In this special update episode we're joined by Beverley's sister Barb Kilpatrick and niece Melanie to mark a milestone in one of the most high-profile cases the province has seen, reflect on the impact, and share new details - including some sad family news and a public plea for information.25 years ago today, the body of 42 year old mother of two Beverley Rowbotham was found in the family car at an abandoned gas station in Selkirk, Manitoba. Beverley's political advisor husband, Mark Stobbe, was acquitted of her murder 12 years later. The case has remained unsolved. Beverley's remaining family members hope to finally get answers and justice for Beverley.--------------------Public plea to help locate a potential credible lead - “Paul and Ann from Calgary”They are from Calgary, Alberta and drove to Rocky Mountain House in March of 2018 to deliver a handwritten note.See an image of the Paul and Ann note,Paul was very well spoken, Anne had a cane and walked with a bit of a limp. They indicated that they were scared, but needed to share their information in person.If you have information to locate this this couple, please contact Canadian True Crime podcast or find us on Facebook or Instagram and we will connect you.--------------------More information:Obituary for Beverley's sister Betty Rowbotham who passed away October 18, 2025.Clinging to hope: Twenty-five years after Beverley Rowbotham was slain, her family believes a mysterious letter could shed light on the case that gripped Manitoba by Chris Kitching for Winnipeg Free Press, October 24, 2025Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.This month we have donated in Beverley Rowbotham's name to: The Alpha House Project - WinnipegFull list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits:See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Human beings walk around with a fishbowl over their head full of thoughts about themselves. Instead of naturally processing outside experiences as they come in, we trap the ones we can't handle inside this bowl. These stored impressions distort our perception and generate endless preferences about what should or shouldn't be happening. True spirituality is about letting each experience pass through fully processed—whether joyful or painful—without clinging. When no longer distracted by these stored impressions, one enters a state of openness, equanimity, and ecstatic unity with all of creation. © Sounds True Inc. Episodes: © 2025 Michael A. Singer. All Rights Reserved.

10/21/25 Broadcast

10/20/25 Broadcast

10/17/25 Broadcast

“For mig er litteratur min 'introverte kunst' og musik er min 'sociale kunst'." For forfatter, debattør og foredragsholder Emma Holten er musik en måde at forstå verden og de mennesker, der befolker den på. Derfor har hun taget et album med i studiet, som har fulgt hende siden gymnasietiden. Et album der kan gøre dig klogere på, hvem Emma Holten var, før hun blev en landskendt feminist, der blandt andet satte fokus på digitale overgreb og krænkelser. Men hvordan bruger Emma det svenske indie-rock band ”The Radio Dept.” her i 2025? Og har deres meget skandinaviske melankoli og subtile samfundskritik stadig en plads i Emmas hjerte? Det kan du blive meget klogere på i denne uges Portrætalbum, hvor Emma Holten generøst deler ud af sine holdninger til både samfundsstrukturer, den danske hygge-racisme og al den musik, som hun elsker allerhøjest. Udsendelse nr.: 197 Vært: Anders Bøtter Klip og lyddesign: Emil Germod Redaktør: Michelle Mølgaard Andersen Produceret af: Bowie-JettSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This talk was given by Matthew Brensilver on 2025.10.15 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* Video of this talk is available at: https://youtube.com/live/_FEo9XSSWdU. ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

10/16/25 Broadcast

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.10.14 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24129/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.10.14 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24129/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

Episode 237: It's not Job Hugging – it's Desperate ClingingIn this episode, Dr. Janel Anderson tackles the trending phenomenon of “job hugging,” a term she finds deeply misleading. She unpacks why so many employees are clinging to jobs out of economic fear, not affection, and highlights the costly impact of disengagement on both organizations and individuals. Dr. Janel argues for calling this behavior what it truly is: desperate clinging in uncertain times. You'll learn why language matters in the workplace, where responsibility lies for this trend, and actionable steps leaders and individuals can take to create workplaces people choose to stay in rather than cling to out of fear.Find show notes at https://janelanderson.com/237#UXthinking #UX #jobhugging #communication #employeeengagement #jobmarket #economy #jobhopping #employeeexperience #futureofwork

“If you have a fear of failure, you won't launch.” - Brad BergmooserWelcome to episode 220 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com, and Jill Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by The Sheeter Group - a leading executive benefits firm that meets your retention and succession needs. This includes non-qualified benefit plans, short and long-term incentive plans, compensation studies, scorecard design, performance evaluation, and more. Learn more at sheetergroup.com.In this season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.In this episode, we welcome Brad Bergmooser, CEO of Financial Plus Credit Union in Michigan. He joins us to discuss one of the most important aspects of being an effective leader—adaptability. Adaptability is shown to be crucial not just for leaders, but for entire organizations, and we explore how credit unions need to be "fast followers" to keep up with demands for instant, personalized service. Clinging to the "way we've always done it" is a recipe for getting left behind!Listen as Brad shares how he has embraced change and disruption to create an exciting, fast-paced environment that attracts top talent to the credit union industry. We dig into the difference between reacting to change vs. proactively adapting to it, and Brad provides examples of how he has developed adaptable leaders on his team by giving them assignments outside of their comfort zones, ultimately building their "muscle memory" for taking on uncertainty.We also discuss the challenges of leading teams through rapid change and how some leaders struggle with the loss of control that can sometimes come with the territory of being adaptable, and Brad highlights the importance of surrounding yourself with experts who can fill the gaps in your own knowledge, rather than trying to be the all-knowing CEO.We ultimately offer some insights for aspiring leaders into how to foster adaptability in themselves and in their teams, with key traits including embracing failure as a learning opportunity, maintaining confidence while also being vulnerable, and constantly putting yourself in uncomfortable situations to build that crucial adaptability muscle! Enjoy our conversation with Brad Bergmooser! Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyConnect with Brad:Brad Bergmooser, CEO of Financial Plus Credit Union - Michiganmyfpcu.com Brad: LinkedInFinancial Plus Credit Union: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

Podcast: Soft-Front, Strong-Back. The Practical Wisdom of Non-Clinging.From the book "Even Without Dusting, It Falls" by Minh Tánh Nguyễn Duy Nhiên.Không Phủi Cũng Rơi.

This episode weaves together the major threads from Season 5: Equanimity vs. Apathy Emotional resilience and spiritual courage Practical tools for chaos and anxiety The path from anger to compassion Mindful restraint in an overstimulated world The Bodhisattva's quiet strength Whether you're meditating in stillness or navigating modern life's storms, equanimity becomes the thread that holds it all together—a stillness that doesn't withdraw, but wisely engages.

Message from Kyle Burkholder on October 5, 2025

How can we cultivate more openness in our lives? In this episode, Dr. Diana Hill explores this question with cognitive psychologist Dr. Jonathan Schooler on The Wise Effort Show. They delve into the essential role of openness, mind wandering, and curiosity in enhancing creativity, well-being, and empathy. Dr. Schooler shares his insights on the distinctions between openness and mindfulness, the science behind mind wandering, and his theory of consciousness. Learn practical strategies for fostering an open mindset and its profound impact on personal growth and societal change. Don't miss Dr. Schooler's innovative approaches to nurturing curiosity and his thoughts on the potential of AI in expanding human understanding.In This Episode, We Explore:Openness vs. MindfulnessCultivating Curiosity and OpennessThe Creative Power of Mind WanderingThe Role of Resonance in CommunicationThe Impact of AI on Human CuriositySuggested Next Episode:Episode 134: Unconditional Love, Clinging, And The Science Of Letting Go With Dr. Joe CiarrochiRelated ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodePre-order my upcoming book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special pre-order bonus gifts.Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's "Foundations of ACT" course.Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2026!See Diana at an upcoming eventConnecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter.Become a Wise Effort member to support the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana's...

Together, let's explore the profound terrain of jhāna—a Pali term meaning “meditative absorption”—and how equanimity emerges as a central force in its deepest stages. These states of deep concentration are not just about peace or bliss, but about arriving at a radical stillness where distractions dissolve and the mind becomes clear, unwavering, and impartial. We delve into: ·       The progression through the jhānas, especially the third and fourth, where equanimity becomes dominant. ·       The distinction between physical and mental sensations, and how their transcendence reveals the purity of mindfulness. ·       The concept of the equanimity of purification, a mental quality that stills all opposition and polishes the mind to a bright, imperturbable clarity. ·       How mindfulness and equanimity work in tandem to support awakening—and how these factors were central in the Buddha's own path to enlightenment. Whether you're a longtime practitioner or just beginning your meditation journey, this episode offers both a practical and philosophical guide to understanding equanimity—not as detachment, but as luminous balance.    

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.09.28 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* Video of this talk is available at: https://youtube.com/live/yPqpffV_ga0?feature=share. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24085/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.09.28 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* Video of this talk is available at: https://youtube.com/live/yPqpffV_ga0?feature=share. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24085/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Noelvi Marte saving the Reds' postseason hopes, the Mets' upside-down pitching, the Padres and Red Sox bullpen advantages, the Phillies, and the coming ABS System. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Later, Todd Radom returns with tales from his travels, after exploring the baseball culture in Japan. Plus, the quiz. WATCH SUNDAY'S POSTSEASON PREVIEW SHOW LIVE ON ESPN'S YOUTUBE PAGE CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:44 Eric Hosmer 29:25 Sarah Langs 31:14 Todd Radom 44:17 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Noelvi Marte saving the Reds' postseason hopes, the Mets' upside-down pitching, the Padres and Red Sox bullpen advantages, the Phillies, and the coming ABS System. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Later, Todd Radom returns with tales from his travels, after exploring the baseball culture in Japan. Plus, the quiz. WATCH SUNDAY'S POSTSEASON PREVIEW SHOW LIVE ON ESPN'S YOUTUBE PAGE CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:44 Eric Hosmer 29:25 Sarah Langs 31:14 Todd Radom 44:17 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clinging means your happiness depends on this certain thing. Repulsion means your unhappiness is guaranteed by a certain thing.  But when any single thing will either give you happiness or unhappiness, that thing or that person is in charge. You already know not to rely on the weather for your happiness, yes? How about…  —  Gurudevi Nirmalananda   Watch Gurudevi's full discourse “Differences Divide” here: https://gurudevi.vhx.tv/products/differences-divide-9-7-25   #spirituality #meditation #Gurudevi #yogamysticism #svaroopa #meditate #divine #yoga #swaminirmalananda #blissyoga #svaroopayoga #siddhayoga #muktananda #gurudevinirmalananda

On The Patrick Madrid Show, a caller named Jared voices a concern shared by many Catholics today: could the Church ever change her teaching on homosexuality? With so many voices online casting doubt, Jared – himself a convert – wonders if he had put his trust in something that might shift under pressure. Patrick Madrid responds with clarity and conviction: the Church’s teaching on sexual morality has been consistent for 2,000 years and will never change. From the words of Jesus to the writings of St. Paul and the unbroken witness of the Church Fathers, the truth about chastity, purity of heart, and God’s plan for human love remains constant. While individuals may push for compromise, their opinions cannot overturn what Christ Himself established. Patrick reminds you that human nature hasn’t changed. The temptations of lust, pride, and rebellion existed 1,000 years ago just as they do today. Yet the Church stands firm, built on the rock of Christ’s promise that the “gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” Even in times of scandal, upheaval, or confusion, the truth remains unshaken. If you're feeling anxiety or fear, Patrick encourages you to focus less on what dissenting voices say and more on living faithfully. We can't control how others act, but we can only be responsible for our own decisions. He urges you to stay close to the sacraments, pray the Rosary, and trust Jesus’ promise that His Church will endure. As he put it, “If you stick with Jesus, you stay in the truth, you persist... everything is going to be okay. Jesus said so, and I believe it.” Patrick recommends Interior Freedom by Fr. Jacques Philippe, a book that helps you find peace and trust in God, even when storms rage around you. His message is clear: truth does not bend to culture, and the Catholic Church will never change her teaching on homosexuality – because it is the teaching of Christ Himself.

Delve into the concept of equanimity as articulated by the ancient Buddhist scholar Buddhaghosa in his seminal work, the Visuddhimagga. Explore three distinct types of equanimity: equanimity as a feeling, equanimity about insight, and equanimity as specific neutrality. Through this exploration, Margaret discusses practical meditation techniques and mental exercises that cultivate a balanced and neutral approach to our thoughts, feelings, and sensations. Ultimately, the aim is to reduce suffering by steering clear of extreme emotional reactions. ·       Equanimity as a Feeling: Discover how to identify different feelings—pleasant, unpleasant, or neutral—and learn to adopt a stance of neutrality that allows you to experience these feelings without clinging to them or reacting with aversion. ·       Equanimity About Insight: Margaret shares the importance of practicing non-attachment to the insights gained during meditation. By utilizing mantras like "It might not be, and it might not be mine," practitioners can let go of the tendency to cling to experiences, fostering deeper insight and understanding. ·       Equanimity as Specific Neutrality: Explore how maintaining a balanced mental state helps prevent excessive partiality. This form of equanimity encourages a middle path, promoting mental clarity and calmness. The conversation centers around the ultimate aspiration of reducing suffering through a balanced and impartial state of consciousness, emphasizing the importance of equanimity in daily life.

Rev. Daniel Mason, Ruth 1:1-18

Afraid of losing clients? That fear is holding your business back. In this episode, John Pajak explains why letting go of the wrong clients is actually the path to profit, freedom, and long-term success. Discover how to stop clinging to low-paying accounts, embrace the courage to stand behind your pricing, and finally start winning at business. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Want to be a guest on Profits with Pajak while we are at Equip Expo on Pod-Row™? Click here.  We have limited slots available. https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/pwppodrow Upcoming Events: Get 50% OFF Equip Expo 2025 tickets NOW with promo code PAJAK https://plus.mcievents.com/equipexpo2025?RefId=PAJAK LCR Summit: October 20th and 21st in Louisville, Kentucky The Playbook for Success in Your Business and Life! https://www.lcrmedianetwork.com/   Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit www.Yardbook.com  Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Relay Relay is small business banking that puts you in complete control of what you are earning, spending, and saving. Click here to sign up for Relay and get $50.00 cash bonus!http://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-50-ulumkswykjzwi4dqsm?referralcode=profitswithpajak&utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=podcast  Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! https://www.instagram.com/mrproducerusa/   Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK, and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it is FREE for a year. https://www.greenfrogwebdesign.com/johnpajak My Service Area “Qualify Leads Based on Your Profitable Service Area.” Click on this link for an exclusive offer for being a “Profits with Pajak” listener. https://myservicearea.com/pajak   Training and Courses Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop John Pajak's exclusive system is designed to help you avoid common failures and achieve your business' financial goals to be profitable and scale your business. https://www.johnpajak.com/offers/qvgvV8m3/checkout   Yardbook Training Workshops Learn one-on-one with John Pajak to use Yardbook like a pro to streamline your business and make more money! https://www.johnpajak.com/offers/aJ9YX7aB/checkout

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

A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "Compassion Without Clinging"

Sometimes life hands you a cactus. And instead of just holding it… we sit right on it.We replay the moment. We stew in the frustration. We keep fighting what already happened — and all it does is make us suffer more.But here's the truth: You don't have to love what happened. You don't even have to like it.But the sooner you stop fighting reality, the sooner you get your power back.In this episode, we're talking about why holding onto things keeps you stuck, how to shift into “ready to feel better” mode, and a few practical ways to move forward without numbing out with food or old habits.It's not about ignoring your feelings. It's about working with them in a way that actually helps you.*Tried every diet out there and nothing sticks?Imagine having a coach checking in on you EVERY day—keeping you on track and adapting your plan to whatever life throws your way.A personalized, 1:1 coaching program designed just for you can really change the game.➤ https://www.mybodytutor.com/coaching/weight-lossWhy don't we talk and see if we're a good fit for each other? Let's set up a chat.➤ https://www.mybodytutor.com/book-a-callWhat've you got to lose?

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Anne Frank once wrote, “No one has ever become poor from giving.” In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how the universe itself is designed to train us to give—first through external acts of sacrifice and service, and ultimately by offering the heart. Through the lens of the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam and the Bhagavad-gītā's peace formula (5.29), they unpack why we are born to give, not to possess, and how life's tapas transforms into joy when directed as seva. Key Highlights * Born to Give (not to hoard): generosity as the soul's natural state. * The Peace Formula (BG 5.29): nothing is mine; everything offered; the Divine is your best friend—goodbye anxiety. * Clinging = anxiety: the more we hold, the more we fear losing—until devotion reveals what truly remains. * Life as tapas: work, family, and projects become spiritual practice when consciously offered. Srimad Bhagavatam 10.11.1-11 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 ********************************************************************* Join the Gita Collective Whatsapp group! https://chat.whatsapp.com/IoClfPirgHXBad5SxjH2i6?mode=ems_copy_t

Are your assumptions about your construction business still valid—or are they silently holding you back from further growth and success?   In today's episode, we uncover how outdated thinking—even from a wildly successful company like DeBeers, present in both construction and diamond mining—can destroy long-term performance. We explore Peter Drucker's “Theory of the Business” and to show how your unexamined assumptions about your market, mission, and core strengths could be holding your team back.    Whether you're facing resistance to change or struggling to lead better, this episode gives you a real-time case study about the clarity needed to lead with strategy and decisive action, not reaction.   In this episode you will:    Learn how to test and evolve your assumptions before your strategy becomes obsolete. Discover how to evaluate the risks and opportunities that new technology presents in uncertain times. Walk away with a simple framework to align your leadership with a fast-changing construction environment.   Hit play to learn how to avoid the hidden traps that have brought down giants—and future-proof your construction business starting today.    This episode is brought to you by The Simple Sales Pipeline® —the most efficient way to organize and value any construction sales rep's roster of customers and prospects in under 30 minutes once every 30 days. *** If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback will help us on our mission to bring the construction community closer together. If you have suggestions for improvements, topics you'd like the show to explore, or have recommendations for future guests, do not hesitate to contact us directly at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com.  

Anne Frank once wrote, “No one has ever become poor from giving.” In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how the universe itself is designed to train us to give—first through external acts of sacrifice and service, and ultimately by offering the heart. Through the lens of the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam and the Bhagavad-gītā's peace formula (5.29), they unpack why we are born to give, not to possess, and how life's tapas transforms into joy when directed as seva. Key Highlights * Born to Give (not to hoard): generosity as the soul's natural state. * The Peace Formula (BG 5.29): nothing is mine; everything offered; the Divine is your best friend—goodbye anxiety. * Clinging = anxiety: the more we hold, the more we fear losing—until devotion reveals what truly remains. * Life as tapas: work, family, and projects become spiritual practice when consciously offered. Srimad Bhagavatam 10.11.1-11 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 ********************************************************************* Join the Gita Collective Whatsapp group! https://chat.whatsapp.com/IoClfPirgHXBad5SxjH2i6?mode=ems_copy_t

Joanna Herman shares her journey through divorce after seven years of marriage and how she discovered that her circumstances don't define who she is in God's eyes.• Facing fears of financial insecurity, loneliness, and judgment as a worship leader going through divorce• Battling shame and the feeling that divorce "wasn't supposed to happen" to her despite doing things "the right way"• Finding hope by realizing this difficult period was just a chapter, not her entire story• Clinging to Isaiah 43:2 as a reminder of God's presence during deep waters• Drawing strength from her mother's example as a single parent and supportive community• Discovering deeper worship connection through her pain and healing journey• Learning to combat negative thoughts with truth about her identity in Christ• Recognizing how God strategically placed supportive people in her life before her crisis"Find yourself a godly community to surround yourself with who's going to be there to celebrate those mountaintops and pray you through the valleys... just because life may not always be going good, we still serve a good God."Send us a textSupport the showClick HERE for access to extra content through my Patreon Account.

The Royals promoted Carter Jensen and re-instated Jac Caglianone, as they cling to an outside shot at a wild card spot. We discuss that, how to get the pitching staff back on track, and the upcoming series with the Angels and Twins. Plus, Marc sings some flawless Jackson Browne. For additional episodes, become a paid subscriber to the Royals Weekly Substack: royalsweekly.substack.com A big thank you to our sponsors: All In Physical Therapy: https://allin-pt.com/ Erick Auxier of West USA Realty: https://erickauxier.com/ Listen to the latest episode of Royals Weekly anywhere you get podcasts including … Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/royals-weekly/id1557151861 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ELyTCKp20UXva2URM02YG?si=9667a82115bb40b1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@royalsweekly And follow us on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoyalsWeekly Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/royalsweekly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/royalsweekly/ #kansascityroyals #kcroyals #royals #mlb #baseball #carterjensen #jaccaglianone

We want people to get what they deserve. At the same time, of course, we want God's grace in our lives. How do we pray for both with integrity? In this episode of Live the Bible, the book of Nahum reminds us that only our wise God knows how to balance both—and to help us do the same.Support the show

In this episode of the Parsha Review Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe delves into Parshas Re'eh, the fourth portion in the Book of Deuteronomy, emphasizing its profound inspiration and guidance for living as God's chosen people. Focusing on Deuteronomy 13:5, Rabbi Wolbe highlights the verse's commands to follow Hashem, fear Him, observe His commandments, listen to His voice, serve Him, and cling to Him. Quoting Rashi, he explains that “clinging to Hashem” means emulating His ways through acts of loving-kindness, such as visiting the sick (Bikur Cholim), burying the deceased, and comforting mourners, as God did for Abraham and Moses. Rabbi Wolbe stresses that these acts must be performed with the same heartfelt sensitivity and dignity as God's actions, not for personal gain but out of reverence for Hashem. He shares a story of a rabbi refusing a Bikur Cholim visit, noting that true visitation involves genuine care for the individual's needs, not just fulfilling a mitzvah.Rabbi Wolbe also recounts personal experiences benefiting from Satmar Bikur Cholim's remarkable support in hospitals like Good Samaritan, Hackensack, and Montefiore, where they provide food, accommodations, and even emotional care, such as gifting a wig to a mother in distress. A guest, Mr. Schwartz from Satmar Bikur Cholim, joins to describe their 75-year commitment to serving 18 hospitals daily with a $3.5 million budget funded by donations, never turning anyone away regardless of background. He shares how their services, including kosher kitchens and Shabbos accommodations, ease the burdens of patients and families, and appeals for support during the Elul campaign. Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes that emulating God goes beyond actions to include the manner—loving, thoughtful, and selfless—as seen when God waited for Abraham to serve passersby, prioritizing human kindness (Ben Adam L'Chavero) before divine service (Ben Adam L'Makom). He concludes by urging listeners to perform mitzvot with divine sensitivity and to support Bikur Cholim, wishing all a Shabbos filled with meaningful connection to Hashem._____________This episode (Ep 7.43) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Re'eh is dedicated in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on August 25, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on August 27, 2025_____________Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at awolbe@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Deuteronomy, #Kindness, #ParshaRe'eh, #Divine, #Kindness, #SatmarBikurCholim, #Hospital, #Elul, #Charity ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of the Parsha Review Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe delves into Parshas Re'eh, the fourth portion in the Book of Deuteronomy, emphasizing its profound inspiration and guidance for living as God's chosen people. Focusing on Deuteronomy 13:5, Rabbi Wolbe highlights the verse's commands to follow Hashem, fear Him, observe His commandments, listen to His voice, serve Him, and cling to Him. Quoting Rashi, he explains that “clinging to Hashem” means emulating His ways through acts of loving-kindness, such as visiting the sick (Bikur Cholim), burying the deceased, and comforting mourners, as God did for Abraham and Moses. Rabbi Wolbe stresses that these acts must be performed with the same heartfelt sensitivity and dignity as God's actions, not for personal gain but out of reverence for Hashem. He shares a story of a rabbi refusing a Bikur Cholim visit, noting that true visitation involves genuine care for the individual's needs, not just fulfilling a mitzvah. Rabbi Wolbe also recounts personal experiences benefiting from Satmar Bikur Cholim's remarkable support in hospitals like Good Samaritan, Hackensack, and Montefiore, where they provide food, accommodations, and even emotional care, such as gifting a wig to a mother in distress. A guest, Mr. Schwartz from Satmar Bikur Cholim, joins to describe their 75-year commitment to serving 18 hospitals daily with a $3.5 million budget funded by donations, never turning anyone away regardless of background. He shares how their services, including kosher kitchens and Shabbos accommodations, ease the burdens of patients and families, and appeals for support during the Elul campaign. Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes that emulating God goes beyond actions to include the manner—loving, thoughtful, and selfless—as seen when God waited for Abraham to serve passersby, prioritizing human kindness (Ben Adam L'Chavero) before divine service (Ben Adam L'Makom). He concludes by urging listeners to perform mitzvot with divine sensitivity and to support Bikur Cholim, wishing all a Shabbos filled with meaningful connection to Hashem._____________This episode (Ep 7.43) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Re'eh is dedicated in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on August 25, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on August 27, 2025_____________Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at awolbe@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Deuteronomy, #Kindness, #ParshaRe'eh, #Divine, #Kindness, #SatmarBikurCholim, #Hospital, #Elul, #Charity ★ Support this podcast ★

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.08.25 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* Video of this talk is available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ptm0FE-KLyc. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/23986/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.08.25 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* Video of this talk is available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ptm0FE-KLyc. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/23986/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

When nothing seems to be working despite all your effort, the secret may not be doing more, it may be letting go. Discover how loosening your grip allows space for guidance, clarity, and miracles to flow in. Sometimes life throws us into seasons where no matter how much effort we put in, nothing seems to move forward. I've been there, and recently I had to remind myself of the power of letting go. Clinging tightly can feel like control, but it often keeps us from receiving the answers and blessings we need. In this episode, I share tools and perspectives that helped me loosen my grip and trust that life is unfolding exactly as it should. Action Plan: - Notice where you're gripping too tightly: Pay attention to areas in your life where you feel white-knuckled and overly controlling. - Try visualization tools: Use a balloon or shelf visualization to release what isn't yours to control. - Create a trust archive: Write down past experiences where letting go brought the outcome you needed. - Practice physical release: Open your hands, breathe deeply, and affirm “I release this. It is handled.” - Journal for clarity: Ask yourself what you're still trying to control and what it would feel like to trust deeply right now. More from Megan YouTube | Website |  Instagram

This talk was given by Matthew Brensilver on 2025.08.18 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* Video of this talk is available at: https://www.youtube.com/live/JV6AHoOB2KY?si=QIG5kp3WVTNceeEc. ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

President Trump wants any talk about the Jeffrey Epstein case to go away, yet he continues to talk and post about it. New trade deal with Bahrain. New anti-fentanyl bill becomes law. Are we alone in being upset about the change of tune on the Epstein files? Coca-Cola is switching to real cane sugar and other MAHA wins. The Left isn't happy about DOGE cuts. What's the latest with inflation? UFC headed to the White House lawn in 2026. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED 00:22 Trump on Epstein Hoax & Attacking Supporters 02:42 The Press Asks Trump about Attacking his Supporters 03:41 Trump Calls the Epstein Case a Hoax 19:38 Trump Continues to Call the Epstein Case a Hoax 24:00 Trump Wants the Biden Autopen to be Covered by The Press 25:22 Bahrain Makes a Deal with USA 26:28 Trump on America being Hot 27:43 New "Stop Fentanyl" Law Signed by Trump 35:28 Fat Five 48:22 Jerry from Virginia Calls-In to Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 52:03 Cane Sugar in Coca-Cola 53:17 Trump Admin. MAHA Wins 58:03 Jen Psaki Losing her Audience 59:40 Chuck Schumer Upset at DOGE Cuts 1:04:15 Weather Forecast from Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 1:07:35 Todd from Florida Calls-In to Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 1:14:19 Paula from Tennessee Calls-In to Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 1:18:41 Alan Dershowitz on the Existence of the Epstein Client List 1:19:54 Whoopi Goldberg says Trump Committed War Crimes 1:27:03 Mark from Florida Calls-In to Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 1:32:00 UFC Fight at the White House?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices