Podcasts about metta

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Inviting this warmth in meeting all that we are and cultivating kindness

For episode 262, Sharon speaks with Scott Barry Kaufman as part of the Metta Hour Anxiety Series.In this series, Sharon is speaking with Mental Health experts, providers and researchers for tools to work with anxiety in increasingly challenging times. Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, Ph.D., is a cognitive scientist and humanistic psychologist exploring the depths of human potential. He is founder of the Center for Human Potential and founder of Self-Actualization Coaching. Scott is the author of eleven books, including Rise Above, his forthcoming book set for release in 2025. Scott is also host of The Psychology Podcast— which has received over 30 million downloads. In this conversation, Sharon and Scott speak about:• Having growth motivation• Shifting the narrative of anxiety• Scott's childhood experiences• Curiosity versus grit• How to shift out of fear• Creating space around anxiety• Welcoming our beautiful monsters• Broadening the Window of Tolerance• Experiencing a sense of bothness• Scott's new book, Rise Above• Victim versus empowerment mindset• Learned Hopefulness• Finding the light within• Pros and cons of sensitivity• The blessings of gratitude and aweThe episode closes with Scott leading a Tonglen practice.You can learn more about Scott's work right here and check out his new book, Rise Above, right here.Check out the first two episodes in the Anxiety Podcast Series with Dr. Jud Brewer right here and Dr. Jenny Taitz right here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(Saskatoon Insight Meditation Community)

(Saskatoon Insight Meditation Community)

This guided meditation, grounded in the practice of Metta, invites us to awaken the heart by softening the body and quieting the mind. We begin with the simple image of a smile—opening to warmth, ease, and presence. With a tender attention, we rest with breath, sensations, and sound—gently returning when the mind drifts. As we offer loving phrases like “May I feel happy” and “May I be free,” we nourish a deep sense of well-being and connection, embracing this life with compassion and an open heart.

The Buddha taught the Metta or LovingKindness Meditation as an antidote for fear. In this meditation we explore grounding in the elements of the body to turn with compassion to whatever needs to be met.

(Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge) Exploring how to not hold hatred in our hearts using this sutta.

(Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge) Exploring how to not hold hatred in our hearts using this sutta.

(Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge) Exploring how to not hold hatred in our hearts using this sutta.

Meditación budista (METTA) para atraer bendiciones

(Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge) Metta can be seen as turning toward with friendliness. This talk explores how to turn toward charged experiences.

(Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge) Metta can be seen as turning toward with friendliness. This talk explores how to turn toward charged experiences.

(Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge) Metta can be seen as turning toward with friendliness. This talk explores how to turn toward charged experiences.

For episode 261, Dr. Jenny Taitz returns to the Metta Hour for our Anxiety Series. Jenny is a clinical psychologist and an assistant clinical professor in psychiatry at the University of California, Los Angeles. She completed her fellowship in psychology at Yale University School of Medicine and achieved board certifications in cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. In addition to treating clients in her private therapy practice, LA CBT DBT, she is the author of How to Be Single and Happy and End Emotional Eating. Her new book, Stress Resets: How to Soothe Your Body and Mind in Minutes, is now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook formats. In this episode, Sharon and Jenny discuss:Jenny's approach to anxietyEmotions are contagiousThe superpower of emotional regulationCultivating an inner lifeThree-point check-inHow to break-up with overthinkingGetting groundingCognitive diffusionNaming your inner criticSitting with uncertaintyBuilding a hope kitBox-breathingLovingkindness Doing good deedsExamining assumptionsSurfing emotional urgesSharon closes with a hypothetical situation about anxiety which Jenny advises on. You can learn more about Jenny's work and get a copy of her book, Stress Resets, on her website.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

00. Episode 280 (Intro) - Trance All Over The World 01. Alex M.O.R.P.H. & Cheryl Barnes - Be As One [VANDIT RECORDS] 02. Roman Messer & Diandra Faye - In Our Memories [SUANDA MUSIC] 03. Tim Lighterz & Harshil Kamdar & Alaera - Never Fade Away [DIGITAL SOCIETY RECORDINGS] 04. Craig Connelly feat. Tara Louise - You Are Alive [HIGHER FORCES RECORDS] 05. Solar Vision - Phoenix in the Night [FUTURE SEQUENCE] 06. Ben Gold feat. Plumb - Same Sky Same Stars [ARMADA CAPTIVATING] 07. Alan Morris & Katty Heath - Captive of Your Heart [AMSTERDAM TRANCE RECORDS (RAZNITZANMUSIC)] 08. BOND feat. EKE - Focus [ARMADA CAPTIVATING] 09. C-Systems & Alina Renae - Wanna Fly [DIGITAL SOCIETY RECORDINGS] 10. Metta & Glyde And Katty Heath - Carry Me Home [AMSTERDAM TRANCE RECORDS (RAZNITZANMUSIC)] 11. XiJaro & Pitch & Clara Yates - Rescue Me [BLACK HOLE RECORDINGS] 12. Anton By, AV & Natune - Bring Me Back To Life (Sergey Salekhov Remix) [TRANCEMISSION] 13. Yélow - Full of Questions [AVA WHITE] 14. Tastexperience - Think of You (Madwave Remix) [BLACK HOLE RECORDINGS] 15. Giuseppe Ottaviani & Cari - Beautiful [ARMIND (ARMADA)] 16. Haikal Ahmad - Skies Falling Down [SUANDA VOICE] 17. Roman Messer & Mike Zaloxx With Jennifer Rene - Lately [SUANDA MUSIC] 18. Markus Schulz & Christina Novelli - Not Afraid to Fall (The WLT Remix) [BLACK HOLE RECORDINGS] 19. Somna & Clara Yates - Never Feel Lost (Digital Vision Remix) [AVA WHITE] 20. SoundLift, RedSound & Cathy Burton - Empty Echoing (Stargazers Remix) [AMSTERDAM TRANCE RECORDS (RAZNITZANMUSIC)] 21. Susana - A Promise I Can't Keep [SUSA RECORDS] 22. Andrew Rayel & Robbie Seed Feat. That Girl - Stars Collide (RYDEX Remix) [NOT ON LABEL] 23. DRYM & GXD & Linney - Give Me Life [VALTEON] 24. Armin van Buuren & Aly & Fila Feat. Kazi Jay - For All Time [ARMIND (ARMADA)]

This is another guided meditation from Delson Armstrong whereby he takes you through the Metta meditation and subsequently ends with looking at the 5 aggregates and seeing their impersonality. Guided Meditation 1 hr with Bell

おはようございます。お寺の朝から始める、安養な生活。あなたのウェルビーイングがととのう、テンプルモーニングラジオの時間です。第260週目のゲストは、京都市中京区 浄土真宗本願寺派 佛現寺 油小路和貴さんをお迎えします。本日の話題は「"諸行無常" の深い意味」。♪ ゲストご紹介ページhttps://note.com/pilgry/n/nd336321f48fbお経のコーナーは山口県下松市 浄土真宗単立 誓教寺 藤本晃さんによる「慈経（Metta Sutta）」。♪ お経ゲスト紹介ページhttps://note.com/pilgry/n/n11b7c6929fe1noteマガジン「Temple Morning Radioの歩きかた」ではゲストに関する詳しい情報をご確認いただけます。コメント欄ではメッセージもお待ちしています。ぜひ、マガジンをフォローしてお楽しみください。♪ Temple Morning Radioの歩きかたhttps://note.com/pilgry/m/m6cd9c95f8001この番組を、より多くの方に聴いていただけるように安定的継続と今後さらなる活動を広げていくために、皆さまからの温かいご支援をお待ちしております。https://radio.templemorning.com/donation---「テンプルモーニングラジオ」「音の巡礼」の音源が地図から探せるWebサイト「pilgry」をご活用ください！https://pilgry.net

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseriesMettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice. The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon.In this session, we continue to examine the Mettāsahagata Sutta (SN 46.54)*and the Buddha's instructions on how to develop liberation of the mind by loving kindness (mettācetovimutti) and mettā with the seven enlightenment factors (bojjhangas), which distinguishes the Buddha's teaching of mettā from all others.— Timestamp — 00:00 Mettā Lab - 29 March 202502:09 How to get the best out this session05:33 Brief summary of where we've got to in our slow sessions09:04 Recap of the meditation to reach liberation of the mind by loving kindness33:45 Short meditation on liberation of the mind by loving kindness48:58 Recap of how we fortify liberation of the mind by loving kindness by the seven factors of enlightenment57:08 Development of noble supernormal power or potency (ariya iddhi)1:32:47 Venerable Sariputta's noble power and taking him as a role model for mindfulness regarding the body and giving up the obsession with anger or ill will.1:51:27 Comments on next session1:52:55 Sharing the merit and blessingsThese are purposely "slow sessions" to gradually learn (or revise), develop and practise each step of these sutta meditations. Each session will be 1 to 1.5 hours duration. And during the session there will be short meditation periods. It may take a few weeks to complete each sutta meditation.Mettā Lab is for beginners and meditators who wish to refresh and deepen their loving kindness practice. Everyone is welcome.To watch the YouTube livestream - https://youtube.com/live/B1CVlrO_cQYThese are purposely "slow sessions" to gradually learn (or revise), develop and practise each step of these sutta meditations. Each session will be 1 to 1.5 hours duration. And during the session there will be short meditation periods. It may take a few weeks to complete each sutta meditation.For all enquiries - suttameditationseries@gmail.comBlessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

(Mountain Hermitage)

'Samadhi to Contemplation, Metta, and Anatta' - Q&A session with Ajahn Anan on 25 Mar 2025, translated from Thai to English. To join Ajahn Anan and the Wat Marp Jan Community online for daily chanting, meditation, and a Dhamma talk, you can email wmjdhamma@gmail.com for the link. Daily live sessions at 7.15pm - 9pm, Indochina Time (Bangkok, GMT+7).

How do we tap into our ancestors' consciousness - their spirit, their energy? We live in such polarizing and volatile times. How can we learn to be present and yet learn from the past?Our guest today, Spring Washam, guides us on this journey to self-discovery and ancestral wisdom. She is a meditation teacher, Dharma teacher, and author of books like, 'The Spirit of Harriet Tubman.' Spring breaks down her own journey into spirituality when she learned to embrace the suffering of her past experiences.Spring explains how we can access Harriet Tubman's spirit and philosophy to tackle our hurdles and trauma today. Spring opens up about America in 2025 and the political turmoil in Trump's presidency and the uncertainty we live in geopolitically. She explains how we can learn from the saintliness of Harriet Tubman and our ancestors to dive into the spirit of the present moment - the NOW.We dive deeply into worship, self-care and commence with a Metta-based GUIDED MEDITATION! This episode is filled with love, meditation, guidance and clarity on living our ancestors' dreams TODAY.Let's meditate, listen and learn together about Spring Washam's philosophy of NOW. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) We begin with a song and for the first half hour Kaira Jewel gives a brief overview the Four Brahmaviharas followed by an introduction to the practice of metta: what it is, how it can transform our lives, what some of the challenges are and then how to practice with the categories and the phrases. Then in the second half hour Kaira Jewel leads a guided metta meditation offering metta to ourselves, our benefactor and a dear friend.

Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseriesMettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice. The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon.In this session, we continue to examine the Mettāsahagata Sutta (SN 46.54)*and the Buddha's instructions on how to develop liberation of the mind by loving kindness (mettācetovimutti) and mettā with the seven enlightenment factors (bojjhangas), which distinguishes the Buddha's teaching of mettā from all others.— Timestamp — 00:00 Mettā Lab - 15 March 202501:38 How to get the best out this session04:42 Recap of Buddha's words on what should be asked with respect to liberation of the mind by loving kindness when asked about differences in this teaching08:25 Similarities in the way Buddha answers when asked about the difference in teachings on five hindrances and the seven factors of enlightenment10:51 What is liberation of the mind by loving kindness?12:34 Buddha's words on how liberation of the mind by loving kindness is developed13:44 Why are the factors of enlightenment needed?21:02 Noble eightfold path becomes noble tenfold path23:27 What does it mean "based on seclusion, dispassion and cessation, maturing in release"?27:21 How do we develop the liberation of the mind by loving kindness starting with painful practice with slow realisation and then contemplating impermanence?59:26 Circling back to explain how we arouse and develop the enlightenment factors as part of developing this insight pathway01:16:19 How liberation of the mind by loving kindness is fortified by the seven factor so enlightenment01:34:26 Comments on next session01:35:08 Sharing the merit and blessingsThese are purposely "slow sessions" to gradually learn (or revise), develop and practise each step of these sutta meditations. Each session will be 1 to 1.5 hours duration. And during the session there will be short meditation periods. It may take a few weeks to complete each sutta meditation.Mettā Lab is for beginners and meditators who wish to refresh and deepen their loving kindness practice. Everyone is welcome.To watch the YouTube livestream - https://youtube.com/live/cZ-R61RLjrEThese are purposely "slow sessions" to gradually learn (or revise), develop and practise each step of these sutta meditations. Each session will be 1 to 1.5 hours duration. And during the session there will be short meditation periods. It may take a few weeks to complete each sutta meditation.For all enquiries - suttameditationseries@gmail.comBlessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai

This is Part 2 of Sunday morning sutta class on Karaniyametta sutta (sutta on loving kindness). It is an in depth discussion and this session explains what it means to be straightforward and upright, how to straighten and brighten the mind (uhu and suhuju quality). Also explains ways to become a good listener and why this is so important not only for your day to day life but also for the spiritual practice. Explains the qualities ujū ca sūjū Suvaco c'assa. This is the 2nd session of the Metta sutta, find the entire series on bswa.org here. Teaching given by Ayya Karunika on the 18 August 2024.  Bhikkhuni Ayya Kārunikā is currently the senior resident monastic at Santi Forest Monastery, NSW, Australia and the spiritual director for New Zealand Bhikkhuni Sangha Trust, Hamilton. She has been in monastic life for over 14 years and she received her full ordination as a bhikkhunī in 2014 at Dhammasara Nuns monastery in Western Australia where she lived and trained for over a decade with Ajahn Hāsapaññā. She has been a student of Ajahn Brahm and Ajahn Brahmali for over 2 decades. Ayya Kārunikā is able to articulate the Buddhist teachings in a way that is practical and comprehensible to people of all ages and has experience in conducting retreats for both adults and youth. While she has a PhD in Microbiology and worked as a scientist, she has also been the building project manager for the construction of the Dhammasara Nuns Monastery main building complex and has worked with many volunteers over the years. Ayya Kārunikā was born in Sri Lanka but has been living and working in Australia for over 2 decades. She has a passion to share her experience and knowledge and loves working with people and also doing creative projects. She is dedicated to supporting the growth of Bhikkhunis around the world and is currently involved in projects to support the establishment of places for Bhikkhunis in Theravada forest tradition in Australia, New Zealand, Poland and Sri Lanka.  Please visit the Santi Forest Youtube Channel and Santi Forest Monastery website Support us on https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa BSWA teachings are available from: BSWA Teachings BSWA Podcast Channel BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel BSWA YouTube

For episode 260, we are launching a new Anxiety Series on the Metta Hour. Sharon is speaking with Mental Health experts, providers and researchers for tools to work with anxiety in increasingly challenging times. To launch the series, Sharon sits down with Dr. Jud Brewer MD, Ph.D.Dr, Jud is a New York Times best-selling author and thought leader in the field of habit change and the “science of self-mastery,” who blends over 20 years of experience with mindfulness training and a career in scientific research. He is passionate about understanding how our brains work, and how to use that knowledge to help people make deep, permanent change in their lives — with the goal of reducing suffering in the world at large. Dr. Jud is the director of research and innovation at Brown University's Mindfulness Center, where he also serves as an associate professor in Behavioral and Social Sciences at the School of Public Health and Psychiatry at the School of Medicine at Brown University, and a research affiliate at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.In this episode, Sharon and Dr. Jud discuss:The neuroscientific definition of anxiety Fear of the futureHow we simulate the futureThe difference between planning and worryingAnxious feeling versus thoughtQualifiers for mental health diagnosesThe research behind Mental NotingThe antidote to anxiety is curiosityExploring gratification to its endHow much does worrying help?Thinking isn't what changes behaviorWe're wired for happinessNeuroscientists don't talk about willpowerInternet myths about anxietyDeprivation curiosityHow misinformation fuels anxietyCollective anxietyDefault Mode NetworkFive Finger BreathingNoticing our “oh no” momentsKindness and curiosity are best friendsThe Unwinding Anxiety AppThe conversation closes with a short guided curiosity practice. You can learn more about Dr. Jud's work and get a copy of his book, Unwinding Anxiety, right here and learn more about his Mindshift Recovery App right here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "Metta in Stages"

Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In today's episode, we'll learn how to sharpen your mind, strengthen your body, and lead with confidence—all while staying calm and in control.Trea has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Education, with an emphasis in Behavior Analysis. He worked in the field of Behavior Analysis for 17.5 years before becoming a full-time Krav Maga instructor, fitness instructor, breathing coach, and mindfulness instructor. He developed Krav Maga Houston's Youth Program, and their invite-only Master Program, which is designed to develop young balanced warriors using the 24 VIA character strengths, an understanding of common cognitive distortions and logical fallacies, while promoting internal and external situational awareness, non-violent de-escalation techniques, anti-bully strategies, and the courage to be an upstander rather than a bystander. Trea began contemplative practice in the mid-1990s, with a primary focus on Vipassana and Metta. He is passionate about sharing the benefits he has received from mindfulness training and leading others to experience the same life-enhancing outcomes. Trea is a Certified Mindfulness Teacher through Mindful Schools, a certified Unified Mindfulness Trainer, MMTCP trainer, MindSize trainer, certified mPEAK coach and a HeartMath coach.   Over the years, Trea began exploring the synergistic effect between meditation and breathing. This sent him on a journey exploring a variety of breathing approaches. He is a BREATHE Certified Coach with Dr. Belisa Vranich, and has received additional breathing certifications through Life Awareness Project, XPT Performance Breathing, Breathing for Warriors, and Jon Paul Crimi. He offers breathing exercises through a practical approach with the goal of teaching people how to breathe in a way that is optimal for each individual.   Trea is an instructor with Intentional Communication by Cynthia Kane. His communication journey began with the realization that communication is the foundation upon which our relationships are built, including our relationship with ourselves. He is passionate about helping others transcend conditioned communication patterns that are no longer serving them and witnessing the development of newfound courage and sense of freedom that results from Intentional Communication.   Trea believes it is by developing the physical body through martial arts, developing the mind through meditation and breathing practices, and developing right action through intentional communication that one becomes a thriving human being, poised to live up to one's unique human potential.Connect with Trea Here: facebook.com/nervousapesinstagram: @nervousapesWebsite: www.nervousapes.com===================================If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends.Thanks for watching the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com.Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers. QUICK LINKS: APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-applicationDIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/

(Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge)

Our collective human psyche has for a long time been impacted by the happenings of the world, from politics to war and the economy. In this week's episode, Niall sits down to talk about just how much suffering we have witnessed in society and how that can leave us feeling helpless. Speaking about the work of Thich Nhat Hanh, whose work on non-violence came from the front lines of the Vietnam war, Niall explores the fear and power driving the chaos and the deep spiritual crisis it is causing in society. He shares how Thich Nhat Hanh's work can be used as a beacon of hope in these difficult times and how our personal choice to nourish life, and not destroy it, can help us feel empowered as a collective again. Niall also leads us in a Metta meditation to send peace during global turmoil. For more mindfulness content check out Niall's Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/niallbreslinFollow Niall on IG @bressie, TikTok @niallbreslin, FB @whereismymindpodcast and Twitter @nbrez and visit his website: www.niallbreslin.com.If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally or feeling hopeless, it's important to talk to someone about it now. You can contact one of the resources below for free. In Ireland/U.K.: https://www.samaritans.org/In the U.S.: https://988lifeline.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For episode 259, we bring you the second half of a two-part series on the Force of Kindness.Listen to the first part of this series released earlier in February of 2025 right here.His Holiness the Dalai Lama has stated, “My true religion is kindness.” Although frequently denigrated in our culture as simplistic and weak, the quality of kindness has an inherent power to transform our worldview from one of fear and isolation to one rooted in clarity, courage and compassion in action. Kindness is the fuel that helps us truly “walk our talk” of love. Recording in December or 2024 by the Drepung Gomang Center for Engaging Compassion. In this recording, Sharon teaches on:The aspiration of kindnessBrahma Viharas as a basis for aspirationLovingkindness as ConnectionOur Subway CarReflection on InterconnectionThe definition of CompassionSympathetic JoyGratitude as the energizerEquanimity as the secret ingredientThe eight vicissitudesThe episode closes with Sharon taking some questions from the audienceJoin Sharon's upcoming ten-day wisdom course exploring Equanimity starting March 5th. Learn more right here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "Metta Isn't Love"

“A powerful way of practicing metta is to invite in the feeling of love without specific words or images. You become a beacon of kindness. Then whatever arises as you sit—thoughts, people, images, concerns—will be held in that kindness.” – Jack KornfieldThis episode is brought to you by Betterhelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/heartwisdom and get on your way to being your best self.This week on Heart Wisdom, Jack offers listeners instruction on:Metta and invoking the spirit of love within ourselves Holding all that arises during meditation with kindness Letting our body have a sense of care and well being Allowing ourselves to soften, relax, and rest easily Feeling completely supported by the earth below us Opening our hearts and minds via the metta sutta of loving-kindness Suffusing the whole world with unobstructed, sublime love“The ideal as you practice is to find your own way, to find what most naturally resonates with yourself as a gateway to open the heart.” – Jack KornfieldThis episode was originally recorded for the Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday Night Dharma Talk and Guided Meditation Livestream for Feb 2025. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

They say success isn't served on a silver platter—it's poured into a glass and drunk with strategy. Introducing the unstoppable entrepreneur Metta Risdal, the powerhouse behind UNI Tequila—a premium, organic tequila brand that's shaking up the industry. From her humble beginnings in Norway to navigating the high-stakes world of liquor distribution in the U.S., Metta shares how she turned her passion into a thriving business. She reveals the challenges of launching a tequila brand, the secrets behind UNI's smooth taste, and the power of strategic partnerships in scaling a business. Plus, we drop some serious knowledge on success, mindset, and why tequila is the healthiest choice for drinkers.    Find out what it takes to break into one of the most competitive industries in the world with zero experience and discover why UNI Tequila is making waves in the market—and how you can get involved.   What You'll Learn: Learn about the challenges and strategies behind building a successful tequila brand from scratch, from sourcing to distribution.   Highlights: From Norway to New York The Tequila Business Unfiltered Why Tequila? Scaling the Business Marketing Matters Lessons from Real Estate Entrepreneurial Mindset Resources Mentioned:  https://unitequila.passionspirits.com/ You can follow today's guest at: https://www.instagram.com/mettatequila/?hl=en  https://www.instagram.com/unitequila/?hl=en    Watch the full video episode on Brad's Rumble here: https://rumble.com/c/c-2544182 Watch the full video episode on Brad's Youtube here: https://bradlea.tv

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Renunciation and Refuge - Metta and the path of letting be, of loving. Our ground of liberation is love.

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) This talk introduces formal instructions for metta practice in the traditional form of phrases and categories. After sharing about the spirit and principles behind the practice, we engage in a guided meditation first receiving metta from a benefactor, then offering metta to a benefactor, and finally offering metta to oneself.

For episode 258, we bring you the first half of a two-part series on the Force of Kindness.His Holiness the Dalai Lama has stated, “My true religion is kindness.” Although frequently denigrated in our culture as simplistic and weak, the quality of kindness has an inherent power to transform our worldview from one of fear and isolation to one rooted in clarity, courage and compassion in action. Kindness is the fuel that helps us truly “walk our talk” of love. Recording in December or 2024 by the Drepung Gomang Center for Engaging Compassion.In this recording, Sharon teaches on:The conditioning we faceHow our culture defines kindnessThe compassionate witnessA ministry of presenceKindness as a motivational stateThe emergent properties of how we pay attentionWho do we pay attention to?Practicing kindness for ourselvesGuided meditation on how we speak to ourselvesPunitive environments cannot sustain growthHow resilience is developed Sayadaw U Pandita's trick questionStay tuned for the second part of this series coming in February of 2025. Join Sharon's upcoming ten-day wisdom course exploring Equanimity starting March 5th. Learn more right here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lovingkindness becomes full when it is energetically experienced in our bodies. This meditation guides us in awakening the receptivity, warmth and openness of metta through our body, and then invites us to rest in the space of loving presence, as we open to whatever arises.