Podcasts about metta

The podcast discusses how metta (loving-kindness) meditation helps transform anger, fear, frustration, and anxiety by bringing mindful awareness and wisdom instead of reaction. Through mindfulness, these emotions lose their power, allowing healing, forgiveness, and the cultivation of compassion for oneself and others. A personal story illustrates how even old emotional wounds can be recognized and released through forgiveness and metta, leading to genuine inner freedom.

From a downloaded document from one of my online dharma dialogs — dated June 8, 2016, but otherwise unidentified — we find the following definitions of the Four Immeasurables of Buddhism: Metta (loving kindness) Karuna (compassion)Mudita (sympathetic joy or empathy) Upekkha (equanimity) I have always felt that the immeasurables of Zen practice are more important than those aspects subject to measurement. For example, it is more important in doing meditation, zazen, to never give up, as MatsuokaRoshi would often encourage us, than how long we sit when we do, how often, how frequently, how regularly, etc. More important than the quantitative dimension is the qualitative.Folks bring this up in dokusan frequently, saying they know they need to “sit more.” I ask them when do they think they can do that. You cannot sit more in the past — it's too late. You cannot sit more in the future, because it is not yet here, though you can plan to do so — and possibly set yourself up fordiscouragement by failing to live up to your own expectations — been there, done that. The only time you can do more zazen is when you are doing it. You can do zazen more by refraining from doing anything else while you are on the cushion. Such as daydreaming, worrying, planning, ruminating, regretting, and so on. Turn up the intensity knob. The list is followed by an extension of the definitions: The ease of equanimity, the full-heartedness of love, the tenderness of compassion, the radiance of joy. There follows a brief “prayer,” a term we do not often see in Buddhist teachings, a “short version” attributed to H.H. the Dali Lama:The Four immeasurables are found in one brief and beautiful prayer: May all sentient beings have happiness and its causes,May all sentient beings be free of suffering and its causes, May all sentient beings notbe separated from sorrowless bliss, May all sentient beings abide in equanimity, free of bias,attachment and anger.This sounds very similar to the familiar Metta Sutta, or Loving Kindness Sutra, from the Soto Zen liturgychanted often in Zen temples, though finding our “bliss” is not a term I would use as a goal or objective of Zen practice. While human beings are included in the panoply of sentient beings that we pray may be happy, it is also acknowledged that human beings can be a significant part of the problem, the cause of unhappiness and sorrow in their fellow sentient beings. Needless to say, we “pray” in the sense of earnestness — not to a god, to Buddha, nor to a specific bodhisattva. Our basic prayer is that we wake up, as soon as possible.It should be equally needless to point out that the prayer, or wish, for all beings to be happy does not imply a rose-colored, magical-thinking belief that somehow just because we pray for it, it shall come to pass that all beings will suddenly become happy, via some “spooky action at a distance” — thank you, Zen Master Einstein.We “transfer merit” at the end of our service because we don't want to suggest that we actually believe we personally accumulate any real merit owing to our devotional activities. Whatever merit there maybe, it must already finitely exist, and can be neither increased or decreased by what we do.Likewise, the practical worldview of Buddhism and Zen dictates that if and when all beings actually do become happy, it will be happy with the causes and conditions of existence just as they are, or in spite ofthem: the unsatisfactory nature of life, being subject to aging, sickness and death, etc ad infinitum. Zen isnothing if not realistic.“Things as it is” is an expression David Chadwick attributes to Shunryu Suzuki Roshi in his charming book, “Crooked Cucumber,” as his condensed expression of one of the central truths of Zen. It does notmean “things as they are.” If it did, there would be no reason to engage in all the necessary discipline andwork of Zen, if it were only to result in things staying the way they are. That is, if our own perception and conception of our own reality did not undergo some kind of meaningful change as a result of our efforts, what would be the point of practicing? Which begs another central question, What kind of change is that?The kind of change that can come about through the practice and study of Zen, particularly itsmeditation, is pointed to in the Heart Sutra, chanted ubiquitously in Zen centers all over the world. The linethat declares, “Given Emptiness, there is no suffering, no end of suffering.” This Emptiness is capitalized tostress the unique meaning of the Sanskrit shunyatta. It is not voidness of existence, or devoid of meaning, but the dynamic nature of change that underlies all existence, the operative meaning of dukkha, usually translated as “suffering.” The suffering that can change through our coming to this insight that Buddha experienced and coached others to find, is of the unnecessary sort — that needless suffering that we heedlessly inflict upon ourselves and others. The suffering that does not — indeed cannot — change is that of the natural type, e.g. sickness, aging and death.Metta, nonetheless, is a worthy and worthwhile aspiration to a frame of mind that, while embracing the universal givens — impermanence, imperfection and insubstantiality — continues to encourage a hopeful mindset, and an engagement in compassionate action for all, toward that ideal of all beings being as happy as is practicable, under the circumstances.However, kindness — and likewise the other three immeasurables — is not at all separable from the immediate circumstances of life. Suffering fools gladly, or humoring others in their delusions or neuroses, is not an act of kindness, but of uncaring, a kind of cop-out. Treating others in ways that may not be helpful, butthat allow one to sustain a false sense that one is being kind, is not truly kind.In Zen, we recognize that the kindest thing to do, with and for others, is sharing the dharma assets, including those aspects that are most adaptable by others, such as the unsurpassably simple method of Zen meditation. But we also recognize that, even then, the effect of Zen training upon their lives is entirely up to them. You can lead a horse to water, et cetera. It requires a sense of modesty and humility to accept that we can actually do very little to help anyone else. And that what we suppose to be the most important kind of help they need may not be so. The most we can do is to expose them to the practice and teachings of Zen — sanzen and zazen — in the midst of the universal, ongoing, relentless pandemic of ignorance. Whether the inoculation against this virus takes, or not, depends upon them.

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Understanding the 11 benefits of practicing Metta along with mindfulness of the loveability of the difficult person and all beings can lead to happiness and freedom of the mind from annoyance.

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Understanding the 11 benefits of practicing Metta along with mindfulness of the loveability of the difficult person and all beings can lead to happiness and freedom of the mind from annoyance.

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Understanding the 11 benefits of practicing Metta along with mindfulness of the loveability of the difficult person and all beings can lead to happiness and freedom of the mind from annoyance.

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  Kennedy's and King website www.kennedysandking.com Paul Bleau The Pepe Letters Sullivan Cromwell involvement in Operation Gladio Sean Stone new RFK documentary Watch Here Review of Jim Douglas new book "Martyrs to the Unspeakable" - Read Here The CIA and Permindex Jim exposes the whole Mob smear against Jim Garrison as unfounded Jim and Bill Davy traveled to New Orleans to question officials on the Marcello case Jim theorizes what the Mob role in the Kenendy case actually was Jim talks about his two part article Clay Shaw in Italy: Amid Permindex and Gladio Jim places Permindex in a wider perspective as part of the Gladio Operation He also used work by Michele Metta to show Permindex was related to Propaganda Due Both groups met in the same offices in the Spanish Steps area of Rome Licio Gelli was an important part of P2 and admitted they met there Metta found evidence that Perm  

For episode 272, we are launching a new series on the Metta Hour, centered on kids, in honor of Sharon's first children's book, Kind Karl, coming out on December 9th! Co-authored by Jason Gruhl, this illustrated picture book is for 4-8 year-olds and is a new children's adaptation of Sharon's beloved book Lovingkindness. To learn more about Sharon's forthcoming children's book, Kind Karl, and pre-order a copy with a special pre-order gift, you can visit Sharon's website, right here.For this podcast series, Sharon speaks with educators, caregivers, and researchers about the ways meditation, mindfulness, and lovingkindness can impact children of all ages and the family systems that support them. For the first episode of the series, Sharon speaks with Susan Kaiser Greenland. Susan is a mindfulness educator and bestselling author, specializing in distilling global wisdom traditions and scientific research into straightforward everyday practices. In the early 2000s, she helped pioneer the introduction of secular mindfulness into classrooms through her Inner Kids model. After decades of working with children and adults and writing two widely translated books, Susan's latest book, Real-World Enlightenment, was published in 2024 by Shambhala.In this conversation, Susan and Sharon speak about:Susan's journey with meditationMeditation's effect on Susan's sonInspiration for writing The Mindful ChildVolunteering in schoolsCreating the Inner Kids programThe importance of storytellingThe playful approach for young agesThe positive effects of mindfulness in schoolsThe “Pink Bubble” compassion exerciseMindfulness for family dynamicsSusan's UCLA research findingsSusan's most recent book, Real World EnlightenmentThe episode closes with Susan leading guided practice. You can learn more about Susan's work on her website, right here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is Episode 49 live from The Flight Deck, which airs every 4th Saturday on www.afterhours.fm     1. Armin van Buuren & Sacha - Set Me Free (Rising Star Extended Remix) 2. Yelow - Meraki (Extended Mix) 3. Allan Morrow - Surge (Extended Mix) 4. Sneijder & Holly Kirby - Close to Home (Extended Mix) 5. Dan Stone - With You (Sean Tyas Extended Remix) 6. Alternate High - Eternal Sun (Extended Mix) 7. Kevin Cornine & SM92 - Lost In The Light (Extended Mix) 8. Paipy - The Miracle (Extended Mix) 9. Sneijder & Paul Miller - En Route (Extended Mix) 10. Dion chen, PaXell & LISZ - Forgiven (Extended Mix) 11. Rinaly & Linnea Schossow & H4lo - Too High To Fall (Extended Mix) 12. John O'Callaghan - Music Takes Me Higher (Extended Mix) 13. Cristian Arcip - Maramu 14. UDM - Retrospective (Extended Mix) 15. Robin McIlmoyle, G Summers & Ren Faye - Paradise Here (Extended Mix) 16. Metta & Glyde - The Light Within (Original Mix) 17. Robbie Seed & Yoli Rose - Vanishing (Extended Mix) 18. John O'Callaghan & Bryan Kearney - Restricted Motion (Lostly Extended Remix) 19. Ronski Speed - Without You (Extended Mix) 20. Claus Backslash - Right Direction (Extended Mix) 21. Coulson & Jason Gray & Ren Faye - I Can't Let Go (Extended Mix) 22. Drival & Christina Novelli - Save My Life (Steve Allen Extended Remix) 23. Daxson & Clara Yates - Turn Back (Extended Mix)   Piston Pounder of the Month 24. Dash Berlin feat. Emma Hewitt - Waiting (Vocal Mix)

In this episode Jessica Gibbons offers a talk and guided meditation on mudita, the gifts of joy! 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

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Guided Loving Kindness Meditation: Embrace Your Worth NowNurture the light within through this guided loving kindness meditation for self compassion, a heartfelt practice to honor your inherent value and dissolve the shadows of doubt with gentle grace. When self-criticism stirs anxiety or unworthiness whispers low, turn to self worth affirmations for anxiety relief to wrap your spirit in unwavering tenderness, fostering a profound sense of belonging and joy.Sink into metta practice for emotional self kindness with soothing visualizations and whispers of compassion that heal old wounds and amplify your radiant essence—perfect for souls seeking a 10-minute self love reset or deeper immersion in building inner worth amid life's demands. Whether you're exploring techniques to stop the anxiety self-doubt cycle or craving daily rituals for radical acceptance, this episode guides you to befriend your beautiful self, release judgment, and bloom into the kindness you deserve.Affirm your sacred worth today: let loving energy flow, peace settle, and your heart affirm— you are worthy, always. Begin this embrace...Support the Show:Ad-Free Listening: Enjoy Calming Anxiety without ads at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety--4110266/supportBuy Me a Coffee: Support hosting costs at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/calminganxietyRate & Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners!Resources & Courses:Book Hypnotherapy: Schedule a one-on-one session with Martin at https://calendar.app.google/rXHMt8sRYft5iWma8 Pain & Anxiety Course:Manage negative thoughts and pain with The Physio Crew's course at https://offers.thephysiocrew.co.uk/home-painBreathing Challenge: Try our relaxing breathing challenge at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/breathing-challenge/Gift a Subscription: Share Calming Anxiety with loved ones at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/shop/calming-anxiety-gift-subscription/Get the App:iOS: Download Calming Anxiety at https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/calming-anxiety/id1576159331 Android:Get it on Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=digital.waterfront.calming.anxiety&hl=en-GBConnect With Us:Email: Share feedback or requests at calminganxiety@martinhewlett.co.ukYouTube: Watch all episodes at https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/Backing Music: Chris Collins===================Affiliate links to the gear I use the items that give me a more tranquil life.Rode Podmic - https://amzn.to/3LN1JEdZoom Livetrak L8 - https://amzn.to/36UCIbySony ZV 1 - https://amzn.to/3JvDUPTGoPro Hero 8 Black - https://amzn.to/372rzFlDJI Mini 2 - https://amzn.to/3NQfMdY=============================Items I use for a more relaxed way of life :)Organic Pure Hemp CBD Capsules - https://amzn.to/3

00. Episode 309 (Intro) - Trance All Over The World01. RAM & Susana - RAMelia [Tribute To Amelia] (RAM & Richard Durand pres. Digital Culture Remix) [Black Hole Recordings] 02. FAWZY, Andy Lizard, NELLY TGM - Safe Zone [2Rock Recordings] 03. Hiddeminside & Mario Bruzon - The Shield of Gods [High Emotions Recordings] 04. Aimoon, Sergey Badanin - Stellar Flow [Perfect Euphoria] 05. C-Systems & Neev Kennedy - Between The Lines [Amsterdam Trance Records] 06. Acanthis - Through the Stars [2Rock Uplifting] 07. Drival & Christina Novelli - Save My Life (Steve Allen Remix) [AVA White] 08. Semper T - Retrospective [CrossAIR Recordings] 09. Ronski Speed - Without You [FSOE] 10. North Skies & Brittany Egbert - After Life [Blue Dot Trance] 11. Driftmoon , Xijaro & Pitch - Rise Again [Black Hole Recordings] 12. M42 - Can You Feel It [Monster Neos] 13. Paipy - The Miracle [ReUplift Music] 14. Sneijder & Paul Miller - En Route [Who's Afraid Of 138?!] 15. Ronski Speed & Audrey Gallagher - Look At Us Now (Dan Cooper Mix) [Amsterdam Trance Records] 16. Ryota Arai - Night Market [Abora Recordings] 17. MaViren - Inner Rising [PROXIMUM] 18. Vapour Trail - Breathe [Nocturnal Knights Music] 19. Julia Violin, LekSin, Yuri Melnikov - Melody of the Heart [Trancemission] 20. Daxson & Clara Yates - Turn Back [Black Hole Recordings] 21. Steffen Pedersen - Beyond The Rave [Extrema Global Music] 22. Andy Newtz & Stacey Jay - Shadows From The Sky [Future Force Recordings] 23. Metta & Glyde - The Light Within [One Forty Music] 24. David Forbes - Away [Who's Afraid Of 138?!] 25. Lenny McDustin & Martin Tyler - Fireworks [Interplay Unity]

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Welcome along to the Subatomic Sessions 7 Year Anniversary Mix. It has been a long journey to get here and I wanted to do something special for this one. For the 84th Mix as we edge closer to 100, I thought it would be good to go though every Subatomic Sessions mix that I have done picking 1 track from each set and smashing them all together to give it that great journey feeling. It takes a lot of time to be on time every month to get this mix together, from finding the best tracks and trying to put it in the best order to give that experience. I would like to thank everyone that listens to each monthly mix that comes out, although I am very quiet on Social Media, I am grateful to the supporters out there!. A big shout out to all the artists and producers out there! Without these tracks, Subatomic would'nt continue to exist. Long may the journey continue! What will I do for 8 Years? 1. Dan Stone - Waiting (Extended Mix) 2. Ilan Bluestone ft. El Waves - Mama Africa (Extended Mix) 3. Maor Levi &  Ilan Bluestone & Emma Hewitt pres. Elysian - Moonchild (Extended Mix) 4. Alex Sonata & TheRio - Nebula (Extended Mix) 5. Holbrook & SkyKeeper - Aurora (Extended Mix) 6. Holbrook & SkyKeeper - Searching (Extended Mix) 7. Arjans - Spectre (Extended Mix) 8. Dan Thompson vs Solis & Sean Truby - Twisted (Extended Mix) 9. Dan Thompson - Supervention (Original Mix) 10. Harry Square - Affinity (Extended Mix) 11. Daxson - Enamour (Extended Mix) 12. Rubik - Moonwave (Extended Mix) 13. Dan Thompson - Lost Soul (Extended Mix) 14. Daxson & Numa - The Only Way (Extended Mix) 15. Emma Hewitt & Daxson - Warrior (Extended Mix) 16. Markus Schulz & HALIENE - Tidal Wave (Daxson Extended Remix) 17. Jimmy Chou & Yang - Horizon Fall (Extended Mix) 18. Kukuzenko - Don't Call Me (Dan Stone Extended Remix) 19. Dan Stone - Steall Falls (Extended Mix) 20. Billy Gillies - Nostalgia (Extended Mix) 21. Sam Laxton & Katty Heath - Forever As One (Extended Mix) 22. Sam Laxton - Butterfly (Extended Mix) 23. Gary McPhail - Above the Clouds (Extended Mix) 24. Kita-Kei - Ocean Giant (Extended Mix) 25. F.G. Noise & RONNIEE - Unbreakable (Through It All) (Extended Mix) 26. The Space Brothers - Legacy (Sam Laxton Remix) 27. Jurgen Vries - The Theme (Binary Finary Extended Remix) 28. Gary McPhail - Can I Ask You Something (Extended Mix) 29. Talla 2XLC - The Oasis (Extended Mix) 30. Elles de Graaf - Lighthouse (Yoshi & Razner Extended Mix) 31. XiJaro & Pitch - Sic Parvis Magna (Yoshi & Razner Extended Mix) 32. Sean Tyas & Darren Porter - The Potion (Metta & Glyde Extended Remix) 33. Darren Porter - Terraforming (Madwave Extended Remix) 34. The Conductor & The Cowboy feat. Aero Vaquera - Sail Away (Metta & Glyde Extended Remix) 35. Tom Exo & Jeena B - Sure Thing (Kiyoi & Eky Remix) 36. Metta & Glyde - Network In Heaven (Extended Mix) 37. BiXX x Yoshi & Razner & Sue McLaren - Still We Rise (Extended Mix) 38. Drival - Golem (Extended Mix) 39. Abell - Lost Without You (Extended Mix) 40. Steve Allen - Echo (Extended Mix) 41. Andy Judge - Neon Skies (Extended Mix) 42. Artena - Fulminare (Extended Mix) 43. Inversed - The Other World (Original Mix) 44. Yoshi & Razner - Retaliation (Extended Mix) 45. Inversed - When Tears Fall (Original Mix) 46. James Dust - Don't Leave (Extended Mix) 47. Metta & Glyde - Lacuna (Extended Mix) 48. Inversed - Sorrows Kiss (Original Mix) 49. Inversed - Arc Angel (Extended Mix) 50. DRYM - Nemesis (Extended Mix) 51. DRYM & GXD & Linney - Give Me Life (Extended Mix) 52. Empyre One x Enerdizer - Bodyrock 2k21 (DJ T.H. Extended Mix) 53. Inversed - Astral (Original Mix) 54. Metta & Glyde - Visualize (Extended Mix) 55. Artena & Inversed - Valkyrie (Original Mix) 56. Rolfiek & R3dub - Vortex (Extended Mix) 57. Sylenth17 - Fire Punch (Extended Mix) 58. Cederquist - Guardians Of Forever (Kiyoi & Eky Remix) 59. Laucco - Ad Vitam (Original Mix) 60. Mike Bound - One Hundred Light Years Ago (Extended Mix) 61. Inversed - Voyage (Original Mix) 62. Alatheia & N-sKing - Warp Drive (Extended Mix) 63. Artena & Ren Faye - Wait for Me (Original Mix) 64. Asteroid & Deidre McLaughlin - Awake Me (Extended Mix) 65. Tommy Conway & Deirdre Mclaughlin - Guide Your Way (Asteroid Remix) 66. Costa Pantazis - Northwest Passage (Xijaro & Pitch Remix) 67. Tonerush - Supremo (Extended Mix) 68. James Dust feat. Dayana - Strong (Extended Mix) 69. Metta & Glyde - Imaginarium (Original Mix) 70. F.G. Noise & Patrick Dreama - Enterprise (Extended Mix) 71. Dan Stone - Placebo (Extended Mix) 72. Mark Sherry - Rave Is Life [We Play It Loud] (Extended Mix) 73. Mark Sherry & David Forbes - Galvanizers (Extended Mix) 74. David Forbes - Monorail (Extended Mix) 75. David Forbes & Allen Watts - Renegade (Extended Mix) 76. Lucas Deyong & 0Gravity - Keep Going (Extended Mix) 77. onTune - Panaceum (Extended Mix) 78. Lucas Deyong - We Can Be Free (Extended Mix) 79. Olmec Heads - Spiritualised (Metta & Glyde Remix) 80. Ryan K & Laura May - Oh My! (Extended Mix) 81. Indecent Noise & onTune - One More Time (Extended Mix) 82. R.E.L.O.A.D. - I Choose to Dance (Original Mix) 83. Aaron Francesco - Legion (Extended Mix) 84. Simon Patterson & Sam Jones - Rotavator (Sam Jones Extended Remix)

For episode 271, Sharon sits down with poet, author and Zen master Henry Shukman. After a spontaneous spiritual awakening at the age of 19, Henry embarked on a long journey of healing and deeper awakening through meditation. Since then, he has been leading a growing number of practitioners in Europe and the US. He is the Spiritual Director Emeritus of Mountain Cloud Zen Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Henry has also created the app, The Way, and is the author of several books, including his latest 2024 release, “Original Love.” This is Henry's first appearance on the podcast.In this conversation, Sharon and Henry speak about:Henry's challenges in early lifeDiscovering Zen teachingsHenry's new book, Original LoveMindfulness, Support, Absorption, AwakeningOriginal Love versus Original SinMental health in spiritual practiceThe power of community and connectionHenry's meditation app, The WayHow to microdose lovingkindnessThe episode closes with Henry leading a guided meditation.You can learn more about Henry's books and teachings on his website right here. You can also learn about his app, The Way, right here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Four Great Refuges in Buddha's Teachings are Loving-Kindness (Metta), Compassion (Karuna), Joy in others happiness (Mudita), and Equanimity (Upekha).Loving-Kindness (Metta) is one the great abode Buddhists practice, take refuge under. The practice of loving-kindness requires a clear understanding in order to have true penetration. Otherwise loving-kindness cannot truly happens.

Welcome back to “The Alphabet of Happiness – 26-day challenge,” celebrating Klaudia Mitura's new book and counting down to the big launch party! Today's letter is K for Kindness. Klaudia explains how small acts of kindness can ripple out, boosting happiness for others—even people you don't know. She also highlights the importance of being kind to yourself, not just others, to avoid burnout. Today's tip: try Metta meditation to nurture self-kindness and extend goodwill to those around you. Get involved: ⭐ Get a quick summary of each happiness principle—follow along as we reveal a new letter every day!

TRACKLIST: 01. Dennis Sheperd & Julia Eliza - Soul (Extended Mix) 02. Matt Fax - Origins 03. Dennis Sheperd & Phillip Castle - Destination (Extended Mix) 04. Alexander Komarov & Eximinds - Mendelssohn (Extended Mix) 05. Max Roven - More & More (Extended Mix) 06. ilan Bluestone & Giuseppe De Luca - This Town (Extended Club Mix) 07. Ronski Speed & Audrey Gallagher - Look At Us Now (Extended Mix) 08. Roman Messer & Cari - Serenity (Alex M.O.R.P.H. Extended Remix) 09. Giuseppe Ottaviani - Keep Your Dreams Alive (Darren Porter Extended Remix) 10. Armin Van Buuren, Sacha - Set Me Free (Rising Star Extended Remix) 11. Metta & Glyde - The Light Within (Original Mix) 12. Cold Blue - Into The Rain (Extended Mix) 13. Alan Morris - We Are Here Together (Extended Mix) Pravda Music еженедельная авторская музыкальная программа DJ / продюсера M.Pravda. Каждую неделю обзор новой музыки и эксклюзивных треков. В рамках программы выходят тематические выпуски: "Лучшие треки месяца", "Vocal Trance", "Deep Space Progressive", "Psytrance Special" и другие. ▶ band.link/PravdaMusicRadio ▶ Если вам понравилась музыка, вы можете поддержать автора проекта по ссылке: pay.cloudtips.ru/p/a811f671 __________ #trance #pravdamusic #progressive #prog #melodic #pravda #vocal #underground #electronic #trancemission #radiorecord #tech #trancevocal #trancefamily #mpravda #mix #dj #nonstop #uplifting #euphoric #djset #continuous #radioshow #trancemusic #vocaltrance #tranceset #tranceradio 01. Dennis Sheperd & Julia Eliza - Soul (Extended Mix) 02. Matt Fax - Origins 03. Dennis Sheperd & Phillip Castle - Destination (Extended Mix) 04. Alexander Komarov & Eximinds - Mendelssohn (Extended Mix) 05. Max Roven - More & More (Extended Mix) 06. ilan Bluestone & Giuseppe De Luca - This Town (Extended Club Mix) 07. Ronski Speed & Audrey Gallagher - Look At Us Now (Extended Mix) 08. Roman Messer & Cari - Serenity (Alex M.O.R.P.H. Extended Remix) 09. Giuseppe Ottaviani - Keep Your Dreams Alive (Darren Porter Extended Remix) 10. Armin Van Buuren, Sacha - Set Me Free (Rising Star Extended Remix) 11. Metta & Glyde - The Light Within (Original Mix) 12. Cold Blue - Into The Rain (Extended Mix) 13. Alan Morris - We Are Here Together (Extended Mix)

Self-compassion is a vital part of the Buddhist path, especially here in the West. Here, Walt Opie shares personal stories and reflections on how difficult it can be to extend kindness toward ourselves, especially when we're caught in patterns of self-judgment or perfectionism. Walt emphasizes that self-compassion isn't selfish—it's foundational. When we treat ourselves with care and understanding, we're better able to show up for others and engage with the world from a place of balance and authenticity.Walt also highlights several key practices and perspectives to cultivate self-compassion:Mindful awareness – noticing when we're being hard on ourselves and gently shifting our inner dialogue.Loving-kindness (Metta) – directing phrases of goodwill inward, not just outward.Common humanity – remembering that suffering and imperfection are part of being human.Letting go of the inner critic – recognizing that harsh self-talk doesn't lead to growth, but gentle encouragement might.Taking refuge in the Dharma – using the teachings as a source of support and clarity during difficult times.Throughout the talk, Walt reminds us that self-compassion is a skill we can build—not a personality trait we either have or don't. It's a practice of returning to ourselves with warmth, patience, and the willingness to be imperfect.______________Walt Opie was introduced to insight meditation in 1993 at Spirit Rock and attended his first residential retreat there in 2005. He is a graduate of both the Spirit Rock Community Dharma Leaders' (CDL4) program and the Sati Center Buddhist Chaplaincy program. Walt is a participant in the current Insight Meditation Society (IMS) Teacher Training program. He leads a monthly sitting group for people in recovery in Berkeley and serves as a volunteer Buddhist facilitator at Solano State Prison in Vacaville. In addition, he is the Executive Director of the Buddhist Pathways Prison Project (BP3). ______________ To support our efforts to share these talks with LGBTQIA audiences worldwide, please visit https://gaybuddhist.org/There you can: Donate Learn how to participate live Find our schedule of upcoming speakers Join our mailing list or discussion forum Enjoy many hundreds of these recorded talks dating back to 1996 CREDITSAudio Engineer: George HubbardProducer: Tom BrueinMusic/Logo/Artwork: Derek Lassiter

Send us a textRev. Chikyo Ewan Magie gives a talk entitled, "Zen and the Metta Sutta: Waking Up with Loving-Kindness".

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) Meditation, Dharma talk, & short Metta practice

Evening 2 bramha vihara session, metta. Montana retreat, Bozeman Dharma Center.  https://www.davesmithdharma.com/https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharmaThank you for subscribing.

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) Meditation, Dharma talk, & short Metta practice

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) Meditation, Dharma talk, & short Metta practice

Welcome to Day 7 of our October Mindfulness Challenge! Today's practice is a gentle and heart-opening Loving Kindness Meditation — also known as Metta. This guided exercise invites you to cultivate feelings of kindness, compassion, and goodwill toward yourself, loved ones, neutral acquaintances, and even those you may find challenging. Through a series of intentional phrases, you'll expand your capacity for empathy and emotional resilience.

Tracklist: LIGH SIDE TRACK 01. Aldor, PIOTR - In My Heart [Deeper Harmonies] 02. LÜRUM - Save Me [Eccentricity] 03. TH;EN - Prismatica [Musical Freedom] 04. Script, Jem Cooke - Tell Me [Easier Said] 05. Franco Capraro - Ain't Got Time [Future Rave Music] 06. K3SS, Gabi Gray - Dont Let go [RISING HRMNY] 07. Stylo, Q.U.A.K.E - Loca [Simulate] 08. Cassian, YOTTO & Da Hool - Love Parade [Afterlife] 09. Baset - Drift [Upperground] 10. Fedo - Hear Me Now [Find Your Harmony] 11. Andrew Rayel pres. ARISEY feat. Freddie Elmberg -  Reverie [Find Your Harmony] 12. Sunny Lax - Amadeus [Enhanced] 13. KASIA, Charles D feat. Sarah De Warren - PSYCHO [Drumcode] 14. Alexander Popov, U-Jeen & Vera Novak - Tocas Miracle [Interplay] 15. DIM3NSION - Metamorphosis (RAYEL Remix) [Find Your Harmony] 16. Karen Overton, Going Deeper - Your Loving Arms [Armada] 17. Mhammed El Alami & iMi - Summer Is Over (134 Mix) [Amsterdam Trance] 18. Alex M.O.R.P.H. & Woody van Eyden & Cari - One Spark [Nocturnal Knights] 19. April Maizie - Afraid to Feel [Chasing Dreams] 20. Pierre Pienaar & Dirkie Coetzee - The Art Of Falling In Love [In Trance We Trust] 21. Giuseppe Ottaviani - Keep Your Dreams Alive (Darren Porter Remix) [Dreamstate Records] FAVORITE OF THE MOEMENT          22. Robbie Seed & Yoli Rose - Vanishing [Find Your Harmony] 23. Metta & Glyde - The Light Within [One Forty] 24. A.R.D.I. - On The Other Side [Find Your Harmony] 25. KAAZE, CERES - On The Floor [Spinnin] 26. Armin van Buuren & Sacha - Set Me Free (Rising Star Remix) [Armada] 27. Chris Metcalfe – Spacecraft [FSOE] 28. Indecent Noise & Miyuki - Twist It [SubHarmony] 29. Mauro Picotto & CRW & Steve Dekay - I Feel Love [Armada] DARK SIDE TRACK 30. Maddix - Move It 2 The Drum [EXTATIC] 31. onTune & Tai Woffinden - Doo Pah [Armada] CLASSIC SELECTION 32. Sunscreem vs. Push - Please Save Me [Five AM]

We all have an understanding of intuition, but how do we really know when it is present in us? In this podcast, Bhante Sathi explores the nature of intuition and how it arises from our interpretation of sensory experiences, often shaped by underlying emotions. He emphasizes the importance of mindfulness in distinguishing true intuitive insight from emotional reactions like fear or desire. By cultivating clarity through practices such as loving-kindness, we can better understand our internal signals and make wiser, more grounded decisions!

In today's episode, I sit down with Metta World Peace, an NBA Champion who has reinvented himself as a tech entrepreneur and venture capitalist. We talk about his decision to walk away from easy opportunities like reality TV and instead immerse himself in coding, digital marketing, and the fundamentals of building businesses. Metta shares how curiosity drove him from the court to classrooms, coffee shops, and coding sessions, where persistence and humility became his playbook. He opens up about mental health, the importance of language in shaping how we approach it, and why reinvention requires sacrifice, focus, and a willingness to start over.

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In this episode Jennifer Wang gives a dharma talk on boundaries and how they relate to the brahma viharas (loving kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity). Enjoy!  Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

For episode 270, we bring you the second of a two-part episode from the archives. Recorded in the early 2010s in a visit to Asheville, North Carolina, Sharon is teaching on Lovingkindness in Difficult Circumstances. In this teaching, Sharon speaks about:• Brief History of IMS• The word Lovingkindness • the cultural baggage of “love”• The reality of interconnection• “Never throw anyone out of your heart” - NKB• Looking for the good• How to make a gratitude list• Sharon's only joke• Making different choicesSharon then takes some questions from the audience on• Feeling the sorrow of the world• Balancing concentration in practice• How do we open despite our conditioning • Learn to let go of grievances• The spaces between the breathYou can listen to the first part of this teaching in Episode 269 of the Metta Hour, released on September 3, 2025 entitled Lovingkindness in Difficult Circumstances Part 1.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this podcast, Bhante explores the true nature of Metta (loving-kindness) practice, distinguishing it from simply wishing or praying for others, which often involves hidden expectations that can lead to disappointment. It emphasizes that genuine Metta begins with compassionate self-understanding—treating oneself with forgiveness, care, and wisdom—which then extends naturally to others, including difficult family members and coworkers. Through this practice, we cultivate unconditional love and emotional resilience, recognizing that harmful behavior often comes from others' helplessness, and choosing to respond with clarity, compassion, and peace.

Tracklist: LIGHT SDE TRACK 01. LTN pres. Ghostbeat - Cant Get Enough [Deeper Harmonies] 02. Beholder & Seb Hennig - Coming Up [Deeper Harmonies] 03. Nucrise & FAWZY - Stars On Fire [Rising HRMNY] 04. LÜRUM - Freedom [Eccentricity] 05. Ferry Corsten x HALIENE - Wherever You Are (Helsløwed Reprint) [Black Hole] 06. Laura van Dam & Ginchy & Deadline & Innerdose - Innerlight [Ginchiest] 07. P.O.U X Melokids X Carla Fernandes - In The Air [Epic247] 08. Alex O'Neill x Uri Farre - Let me go [Deeper Harmonies] 09. Darren Tate & Jono Grant - Let The Light Shine In (Nitrous Oxide Remix) [Armada Captivating] 10. THE HIDD3NS x Vassmo - Don't Call Me [Generation Smash] FAVORITE OF THE MOEMENT 11. Andrew Rayel pres. ARISEY feat. Freddie Elmberg - Reverie [Find Your Harmony] 12. JOA - No Games [Armada] 13. Bodo Kaiser & Sarah Howells - Black Hole [Black Hole] 14. Farius - Cold Apex [Anjunabeats] 15. RAYEL - This Is The Future [Find Your Harmony] 16. 4YU & Maxxer - Le Vide [Rising HRMNY] 17. Alex M.O.R.P.H. & Dark Fusion - Beyond Time [Find Your Harmony] 18. XiJaro & Pitch x Christina Novelli - When Nobody Cares [Black Hole] 19. A.R.D.I. - On The Other Side [Find Your Harmony] 20. David Gravell - Feel So Free [High Contrast] 21. Metta & Glyde - The Same Silence [Subculture] 22. Richard Durand & Driftmoon - Avalanche [Black Hole] 23. Robbie Seed press. Ritual Code - Moment [SubHarmony] 24. Rene Ablaze - Deep Inside [Nocturnal Knights] 25. Giuseppe Ottaviani - Lost in You [Armada] DARK SIDE TRACK 26. David Forbes - Quantum Valley [Dreamstate] 27. Svenson & Gielen x Nifra - The Beauty Of Silence [Black Hole] 28. The Rocketman vs. Push - Strange World [Armada] 29. Andrew Rayel - Rave Angel [Dreamstate] 30. Maddix & Potatoheadz - Mix The Master [Extatic] 31. Dixie - Miracle [SubHarmony] CLASSIC SELECTION 32. John O'Callaghan, Timmy & Tommy - Talk To Me (Orjan Nilsen Trance Mix) [Subculture]

Tracklist: 1. Assaf - Lost Souls feat. Nathan Nicholson (Extended Mix) 2. Tiesto - Lethal Industry (Rose Ringed Remix) 3. Craig Connelly X Soulsearcher - Can't Get Enough (Extended Mix) 4. HI-LO & Tai Woffinden - The Orange Theme (Extended Mix) 5. Cygnus X & Orjan Nilsen & Mark Sixma & Nilsix - Superstring (Nilsix Extended Remix) 6. Cold Blue -The Morning After (Extended Mix) 7. Travel - Bulgarian (Signum Remix) 8. Craig Connelly & Daxson - Fiesta (Extended Mix) 9. Alexander Popov & Simonic - I'm Falling  (Extended Mix) 10. Craig Connelly & James Cottle & Liel Kolet - Be As One (Extended Mix) 11. Daxson - Aurora (Original Mix) 12. Steve Allen & Ren Faye - Last Star In The Sky (Extended Mix) 13. Daxson - Perpetuity  (Extended Mix) 14. Nu Spirit - Rise of the Phoenix (Extended Mix) 15. John O'Callaghan - Big Sky feat. Audrey Gallagher (Agnelli & Nelson Remix) 16. Metta & Glyde - Petrichor (Original Mix) 17. First State & Anita Kelsey - Falling feat. Anita Kelsey (Craig Connelly Extended Remix) 18. Yoshi & Razner - Supernova (Extended Mix) 19. Metta & Glyde - Who We Are (Original Mix) 20. James Dust - Close To The Edge (Extended Mix)

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) Includes meditation, dharma talk & a few elements of group discussion.

Send us a textIf “be nicer” hasn't fixed your toughest conversations, try Nonviolent Communication (NVC) in the wild. Coach Hans Nav Neev shows how to turn trigger moments into clarity, how to stop taking things personally, and why conflict—done well—becomes a portal to connection.What you'll learnThe OFNR model (Observations, Feelings, Needs, Requests) that actually de-fogs conflictJackal vs. Giraffe ears: hearing judgments vs. hearing needsThe guilt process (“the art of being torn”) to end inner civil warsEnemy images and how to dissolve themWhen to set boundaries (and use protective force)Bridging NVC with BIFF (Brief, Informative, Friendly, Firm) for high‑conflict exchangesTimestamps00:00 Cold open, intentions, how we'll talk02:40 What NVC is: surface techniques vs. deep worldview05:40 Taking things less personally; the guilt process08:10 Inner work vs. changing the world10:05 The OFNR model explained (Observations–Feelings–Needs–Requests)13:15 Practicing OFNR + the floor exercise14:50 Hardest skill: observations without interpretations (Krishnamurti)16:20 Anger = story about the event (not the event)18:30 Jackal vs. Giraffe ears (with props)21:20 Chronic “jackal mode,” boundaries, and dignity24:40 Needs, requests, and withdrawing from harmful dynamics26:30 Needs vs. rationalizations; congruence28:00 Language: “need” vs. “value/prefer”; needs as “frequencies”31:10 Family impact, social ripple of communication33:20 Trusting conflict; repair vs. rug-sweeping35:20 Intergenerational trauma; “enemy images”39:10 Avoiding the “obnoxious giraffe” (NVC police)41:30 Stoicism link: embody, don't preach44:10 External validation; “seeds grow in the dark”45:50 Where NVC applies; protective use of force49:10 BIFF for high-conflict exchanges; bridging to NVC53:20 Filtering vs. entrenched relationships56:20 “Warm bath of empathy” and relationship risks59:30 Practice in low‑stakes settings first1:02:00 Resources and Insight Timer courses1:04:30 Two mantras: it's never personal; guess the need1:06:40 Empathic guessing as a question (not a label)1:08:50 Measuring progress; conflict may rise first1:10:00 Positive gossip; humility as embodiment1:15:20 Self-image, overcorrection, and growth1:18:50 Vulnerability as success1:21:40 Beginner's mind in communication1:24:10 Sensitivity with equanimity1:25:06 Rosenberg's “tragic expression”; the third compassionate voice1:27:20 Metta vs. Tonglen; Michael Taft guidance1:30:27 Wrap-up, thanks, next stepsGuest: Hans Nav Neev — NVC coach and Insight Timer teacher with practical courses and tracks. Insight Timer (teacher page)https://insighttimer.com/hansvanv1Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/nondualcommunication/Website (bio + offerings)https://www.nondualcommunication.net/bio--Host: Jon Brooks — The Stoic Handbook (stoicism + practical tools). • Site: https://stoichandbook.co • Newsletter (Nous): nous.xyz • YouTube: youtube.com/jonbrooksIf this helped, follow the show, share the episode with a friend, and join the newsletter for weekly tools.

Your Energy Is Contagious — and most of us underestimate just how much impact we have in everyday moments.In this episode of Wholehearted Loving, Georgianna shares the story of Bella — a grocery store clerk whose genuine warmth became a community-wide treasure, showing how even a 30-second exchange can shift someone's whole day. Steph reflects on how a simple awareness of “frowny face” energy changed the dynamic in her past relationship, and how noticing what we transmit opens space for intentional choice.Together, they explore the spectrum of energy from “love hubs” to protective blockers, why both are human and valid, and how practices like Metta (loving kindness) let us extend care to others even when we're alone. They also share how their own patterns — from Steph's life-of-the-party mask to Georgianna's childhood role as family mediator — shaped the energies they learned to embody, and how they've reclaimed freedom to be real, human, and intentional in what they share now.Discover how:Everyday moments ripple into big emotional impactAwareness of your “default energy” gives you back choiceLoving kindness practices expand your presence beyond the room"Like finding gold." – Alma W."The best therapy I've ever done for myself." – Sanjeev B.Join our monthly membership for LIVE calls & practice:wholeheartedloving.comGet our self-compassionate body-based toolkitEvery episode begins and ends with a body-based self-connection practice, so you can grow your capacity to be with all that life brings. We also include self-reflection and journaling prompts each week, posted on our Instagram @wholeheartedloving. New episodes every Sunday at 10am PT.With love,Georgianna & Steph

29 July 2025 Dr Victor Wee joins the Armadale Meditation Group online live.  Armadale Meditation Group (AMG) teaches you about meditation. The classes generally begin with chanting the Metta Sutta, meditation instructions, meditating together, asking questions, and, if time allows, a Dhamma talk. These weekly Tuesday night teachings are via Zoom from Bodhinyana or Dhammasara Monastery. For the AMG zoom link and more details: https://bswa.org/location/armadale-meditation-group/ Support us on: https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa BSWA teachings are available:  BSWA Teachings BSWA Podcast Channel BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel BSWA YouTube

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) After an introduction to metta meditation, a guided meditation which includes the categories of benefactor, self, dear friend and a neutral being.

1. Richard Durand, Alina Renae, Nicholas Gunn - For You (Extended Mix) 2. Giuseppe Ottaviani - Celsius (OnAir Extended Mix) 3. XiJaro & Pitch, Collide1 - The Spice (Extended Mix) 4. Claas Inc. - Metamorphosis (Extended Mix) 5. Corrado Baggieri - ID (Extended Mix) 6. Andy Elliass, Rolfiek - Mythical Waves (Extended Mix) 7. Artena - Apricus (Extended Mix) 8. Bryan Kearney, Bo Bruce - Shine A Light (Sean Tyas Extended Remix) 9. Metta & Glyde - Afterglow (Original Mix) 10. Artena, Inversed - Valkyrie (Original Mix) 11. Artena - Nox Aeturnum (Original Mix) 12. Metta & Glyde - Unkonscious (Original Mix)

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) After an introduction to metta meditation, a guided meditation which includes the categories of benefactor, self, dear friend and a neutral being.

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This episode was recorded at the Loving Kindness Meditation Retreat in Sewanee, TN July 2025. Andrew Chapman offers the final instructions of the retreat on loving kindness to all beings.***Get Your Mind Right: A Young People's Retreat on the Four Great Efforts with Mikey Livid and Rachael Tanner-Smith Nov. 13th-16th: https://southerndharma.org/retreat-schedule/1522/get-your-mind-right-a-young-peoples-retreat-on-the-four-great-efforts/ 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

For episode 269, we bring you the first of a two-part episode from the archives.Recorded in the early 2010s in a visit to Asheville, North Carolina, Sharon is teaching on Lovingkindness in Difficult Circumstances. In this teaching, Sharon speaks about:• Her travel adventure to North Carolina• Her first impressions of Asian philosophy • Changing our relationship to joy & delight• Transforming our relationship to suffering• Awakening to the realm of neutral experiences• Sharon's first time meditating• The three skills of meditation • Sharon's mantra of “something will happen”• The deepening of concentration• Our tendency to project into the future• Mindfulness is not passive• The magic moment in meditationThe episode closes with Sharon leading a guided meditation practice. Stay tuned for the second half of this teaching, which will be released in two weeks' time in Part 2 of Lovingkindness in Difficult Circumstances.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Buddha said that the minds of his followers should "constantly, day and night, delight in spiritual practice." But what practice can we stitch into the fabric of ordinary days? This fan-favorite epsiode explores a spiritual thread that can run through work, family, errands, and all the passing moments that make up our lives.   Cherishing others requires no shrine, no retreat, no special circumstance—only a special intention. To cherish another means we think and act on this intention, "Your happiness matters. I will work for your happiness."   Whether it's the barista, a child, a colleague, or a stranger in the grocery store, cherishing others transforms every interaction into a step on the spiritual path.   Cherishing others is loving-kindness, or metta, in action. This practice softens the heart. It also dismantles the walls of self-cherishing (selfishness), our habit of "me first" that actually gives rise to our own pain.   The Buddha taught that cherishing others is the root of all good qualities, from patience to compassion, and the sacred root from which enlightenment eventually blossoms.   The Buddha also taught that cherishing others helps solve problems and creates the causes of happiness (through creating good karma). And science, centuries later, agrees. A 2024 study involving three countries and 4,000 people found that even one act of kindness a week toward others decreased loneliness, social anxiety, neighborhood conflict, and isolation.  Even our bodies rejoice when we cherish others. Researchers at the University of British Columbia found that people who regularly performed kind acts had lower blood pressure and reduced inflammatory markers—key factors in long-term health. And a study from Carnegie Mellon University showed that offering support to loved ones was linked to lower cortisol levels and improved immune response.   Cherishing others is beneficial for the mind and weaves joy into everyday life. What if, day and night, we delighted in this? If you are interested in working with JoAnn Fox as a Life/Spiritual Coach, visit https://buddhismforeveryone.com/coaching   References and Links Buddha. The Dhammapada, Translated by Gil Fronsdale. (Kindle). Shambala, Boston and London, 2011, pp. 76 Gill, Sharman. (Nov. 2024). BYU study shows that even one act of kindness a week improves wellbeings for individuals, communites. Retrieved from: https://www.verywellmind.com/how-random-acts-of-kindness-can-boost-your-health-5105301   Find us athe links below: Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Buddhismforeveryone Facebook Group: Join our private group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sanghatalk/ Instagram: @buddhism4everyone X: @Joannfox77 TikTok: @buddhism4everyone To learn more about virtual classes with JoAnn Fox: Buddhist Study Program  

This episode was recorded at the Loving Kindness Meditation Retreat in Sewanee, TN July 2025. Andrew Chapman offers the second afternoon instructions on the effort of loving kindness.***Get Your Mind Right: A Young People's Retreat on the Four Great Efforts with Mikey Livid and Rachael Tanner-Smith Nov. 13th-16th: https://southerndharma.org/retreat-schedule/1522/get-your-mind-right-a-young-peoples-retreat-on-the-four-great-efforts/ 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

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