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Pema Chödrön is een pionier van de mindfulnessbeweging. – Oprah Winfrey Uitgegeven door Ten Have Spreker: Nienke Brinkhuis

Have you ever noticed that even when things are going well, there can still be a part of you looking for what's missing, what's not working, or what needs to change before you can finally feel at peace?In this episode of Recover Your Soul, I share a teaching from Pema Chödrön's book How We Live Is How We Die that has stayed with me for weeks: the propensity for discontent.The phrase struck me because I could see how often many of us move through life carrying an unconscious habit of looking for what's wrong. We think that if we could just fix the relationship, heal the wound, change the circumstance, or get to the next goal, then we would finally be okay.But what if peace isn't waiting on the other side of everything changing?What if the invitation is to become aware of the lens through which we're already seeing our lives?In this conversation, I explore the Buddhist teaching of the kleshas: attachment, resistance, and delusion. These are the habitual ways we become disconnected from our peace and our true nature. As I share in the Recover Your Soul process, these patterns often show up as our unconscious beliefs, stories, fears, judgments, and attempts to control life around us.Together we'll look at how attachment keeps us grasping for things to be different, how resistance keeps us fighting reality, and how delusion can keep us trapped in old stories and misunderstandings that prevent us from seeing ourselves and our lives clearly.This isn't about pretending everything is fine or pushing away difficult feelings. It's about learning to be present with what is, while bringing more awareness, compassion, and curiosity to the patterns that create suffering.The beautiful gift of this work is that the very places where we get stuck can become doorways to wisdom, healing, and awakening.In This Episode:What Pema Chödrön means by "the propensity for discontent"How the habit of looking for what's wrong affects our happinessUnderstanding the three kleshas: attachment, resistance, and delusionThe connection between Buddhist wisdom and the Recover Your Soul processHow our patterns, beliefs, and stories shape our experience of lifeLearning to witness difficult emotions without judging ourselvesWhy awareness is the first step toward healing and transformationHow to find greater peace in the present moment, even when life isn't perfectMy hope is that this episode helps you become a little more aware of the ways you may be searching for what's missing and instead begin noticing what is already here. We are all learning together how to release old patterns, soften our judgments, and reconnect with the wholeness that has always existed within us.As always, thank you for being part of the Recover Your Soul Community. It is an honor to walk this healing and awakening journey with you.Send a one way text to Rev Rachel

Change can feel exciting, unsettling, and sometimes overwhelming. In this episode of Poetic Resurrection, Sonia reflects on her poem Change and explores the challenges of navigating uncertainty in a rapidly shifting world. Drawing inspiration from Carl Jung, Pema Chödrön, and her own experiences, she discusses transformation, resilience, purpose, and learning to trust ourselves during life's transitions. References & Further Exploration Carl Jung – Man and His Symbols; Memories, Dreams, Reflections Pema Chödrön – When Things Fall Apart Alan Watts – The Wisdom of Insecurity These works explore transformation, uncertainty, resilience, and the lifelong process of becoming who we truly are.  

The Beginning Comes After the End by Rebecca Solnit highlights how slow, consistent activism can bring lasting change. Rebecca joins us to talk about interconnection, possibility, the nature of change, hope, empathy and more with host Miwa Messer.  This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Miwa Messer and mixed by Harry Liang.                     New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app. Featured Books (Episode): The Beginning Comes After the End: Notes on a World of Change by Rebecca Solnit Comfortable With Uncertainty: 108 Teachings on Cultivating Fearlessness and Compassion by Pema Chödrön Hope in the Dark: Untold Histories, Wild Possibilities by Rebecca Solnit No Straight Road Takes You There: Essays for Uneven Terrain by Rebecca Solnit The Faraway Nearby by Rebecca Solnit Men Explain Things to Me by Rebecca Solnit A Field Guide to Getting Lost by Rebecca Solnit Recollections of My Nonexistence: A Memoir by Rebecca Solnit

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What do you do when you feel anxious or insecure? Many of us try to push the feeling away, or we ruminate on it, or try to solve it, or avoid the thought altogether. But what would happen if we did the exact opposite? The Buddhist nun and teacher Pema Chödrön is the author of many beloved books, including “When Things Fall Apart,” “Welcoming the Unwelcome” and — my personal favorite — “Comfortable With Uncertainty.” And she has a way of inviting people to befriend the parts of life that typically induce dread — from uncertainty and suffering to loss and discomfort. And she argues that the process of sitting with these experiences and emotions actually releases their power over us. In a time as chaotic and tumultuous as ours, she has so much practical wisdom to share. In this conversation, she shares what it looks like to actually let go of difficult emotions, the art of “collaborating with reality” when things don't go as expected, and how to awaken yourself to the “nowness” of life. Mentioned: Comfortable with Uncertainty by Pema Chödrön When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chödrön Welcoming the Unwelcome by Pema Chödrön Another Kind of Freedom by Pema Chödrön Book Recommendations: Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior by Chögyam Trungpa Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind by Shunryu Suzuki Enlightened Vagabond by Matthieu Ricard Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com. You can find transcripts (posted midday) and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast, and you can find Ezra on Twitter @ezraklein. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs. This episode of “The Ezra Klein Show” was produced by Kristin Lin. Fact-checking by Kim Freda. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld, with additional mixing by Johnny Simon. Our recording engineer is Johnny Simon. Our executive producer is Claire Gordon. The show's production team also includes Marie Cascione, Annie Galvin, Michelle Harris, Rollin Hu, Emma Kehlbeck, Jack McCordick, Marina King and Jan Kobal. Original music by Diane Wong, Dan Powell and Pat McCusker. Audience strategy by Shannon Busta. The director of New York Times Opinion Audio is Annie-Rose Strasser. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The singer-songwriter Valerie June has a gift for writing contemporary songs that feel timeless and as though they could also have existed at various points across the past century. Her expansive layering of Appalachian folk, Delta blues, gospel, soul, early country, and even spiritual jazz, at once down to earth and dreamy, has drawn appreciation from the likes of Bob Dylan, Norah Jones, and Mavis Staples, and for good reason. In true folk tradition, the Grammy-nominated June views her work in one long, multigenerational continuum of American songwriting and storytelling, both ancient and urgent. Not one to chase hits or rush her process, she revels, instead, in a slow, patient devotion to her craft, as her latest album, Owls, Omens, and Oracles, puts on full display. On this episode of Time Sensitive, June discusses songs as vessels capable of preserving and transporting us to once-in-a-lifetime moments, music-making as a mystical act, and the value of prioritizing gradual progress over instant results.  Special thanks to our Season 13 presenting partner, L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts. Show notes: Valerie June [04:36] Maps for the Modern World (2021) [06:17] Pema Chödrön [06:17] How We Live Is How We Die (2022) [06:17] The Tibetan Book of the Dead [07:11] Irma Thomas [08:31] Hazrat Khan [12:28] Elizabeth Cotten [12:28] Mississippi John Hurt [17:38] The Order of Time (2017) album by Valerie June [17:38] The Order of Time (2017) book by Carlo Rovelli [25:21] Hitoshi Fugo's “Flying Frying Pan” series [33:06] Joni Mitchell [38:23] Carla Thomas [26:20] Pushin' Against A Stone (2013) [43:57] Mavis Staples [1:05:28] Sapiens (2015) by Yuval Noah Harari [1:05:58] The Serviceberry (2024) by Robin Wall Kimmerer [1:09:11] Owls, Omens, and Oracles (2025)

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Scorpio Full Moon — the perfect lunation to illuminate after the Aries New Moon. Both ruled by Mars' power. Aries moves us toward our desires. Scorpio moves us toward revealing our deep fears. The Aries New Moon invited us to see that desire is leadership, that we have to claim our desires, and that if our desires don't scare us a bit, they aren't big enough. Then Uranus moved into Gemini, a generational shift forcing us to get comfortable with uncertainty. And now, the Scorpio Full Moon is shining the light on the truths that keep us from reaching for our desires and clinging to the past instead of embracing inevitable change. In this episode, we go Scorpio Moon deep to tap into Scorpio's power and reveal what's truly holding you back from your leadership. To do the big change-making things that make you a leader requires the deep inner work to reveal the shadows that are still calling the shots. Then I'll teach you Pema Chödrön's Tonglen — a Tibetan Buddhist breathing practice that uses what seems like poison as medicine. In four counts of a breath, you'll walk the parallel path your leadership actually requires: inner awakening and outer impact, happening at once. Be prepared to go deep. To breathe differently than you've been taught. And to reveal what's truly blocking you from your luminary leadership.

Sarah Aubrey has spent her career helping shape some of television's most talked-about stories — from producing films like Bad Santa to leading original programming at HBO Max.But in this conversation, we go beyond Hollywood and into the deeper question many ambitious professionals face: What happens when achievement stops feeling like the goal?Sarah shares candid insights about leadership, navigating industry disruption, mentoring teams, and why she stopped chasing titles in favor of building a career aligned with what actually brings her joy.We talk about the confidence gap between men and women, how to lead through uncertainty, and why expanding your sandbox can be more powerful than constantly jumping to the next one.…Show Notes: Sarah's book recommendation: Pema Chödrön - Comfortable with Uncertainty More about Sarah: Working with the best storytellers from around the world, Aubrey is focused on broadening HBO Max's audience with a range of breakthrough programming. Her slate includes the Emmy-winning titles THE PITT (Best Drama Series) and HACKS (Best Comedy Series), Golden Globe and Emmy-decorated THE PENGUIN, and hits like AND JUST LIKE THAT..., PEACEMAKER, DUNE: PROPHECY, and IT: WELCOME TO DERRY. She is also overseeing the highly anticipated HARRY POTTER series, which is currently in production in the UK. Previously, she developed the critically acclaimed Max Originals LOVE & DEATH, STATION ELEVEN, THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT, SCAVENGERS REIGN, and THE STAIRCASE along with comedies like THE SEX LIVES OF COLLEGE GIRLS, OUR FLAG MEANS DEATH, STARSTRUCK, and more.

¿Qué sientes cuando por fin se apaga el ruido de fuera? ¿Sientes paz o te invade una urgencia extraña por volver a ocuparte en lo que sea para no escucharte? A menudo creemos que nos conocemos, pero lo que conocemos es nuestra "armadura": ese personaje que siempre puede, que siempre resuelve y que es útil para los demás. En este episodio de Emocioteca, abrimos un melón que nos da pánico: el miedo a mirarnos de verdad. Exploramos por qué la calma te inquieta tanto y por qué, si no estás produciendo o ayudando, te sientes "nadie". Analizamos conceptos como el "Yo Funcional" frente al "Yo Esencial" y ese "techo de felicidad" que nos hace sabotear la paz porque nuestro sistema nervioso la confunde con desprotección. Acompañada de las enseñanzas de Pema Chödrön sobre la valentía de sostener la ambigüedad, entenderás que conocerte no es un ejercicio intelectual, sino el acto de madurez de habitar tu propia presencia sin necesidad de ser útil para que te quieran. Hablamos de la "honestidad radical" y de cómo diferenciar tus deseos reales de los mandatos familiares o sociales que llevas años arrastrando como propios. Si sientes que te has perdido detrás de tus títulos o de tu utilidad para otros, no tienes que transitar este vacío sola. Puedes reservar tu consulta telefónica gratuita en 👉 emocioteca.com/contacto. Ponemos un poco de luz juntas. Tienes la versión en vídeo de este episodio en mi canal de YouTube (Emocioteca), donde profundizamos con ejemplos visuales en la metáfora del cielo y las nubes de Steven Hayes. Porque tu valor no es lo que haces, sino quién eres cuando no haces nada. #psicologia #autoconocimiento #emocioteca #crecimientopersonal #autoestima #ansiedad #identidad #bienestar Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3489: Leo Babauta explores how the urge to buy more possessions often comes from our discomfort with uncertainty rather than true necessity. He explains that shopping becomes a coping mechanism for anxiety, insecurity, and the desire for control. By learning to sit with uncertainty instead of trying to eliminate it with purchases, we can live more simply and peacefully. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/buying Quotes to ponder: “If you are invested in security and certainty, you are on the wrong planet.” “Most of our stuff, we buy because of one feeling: the feeling of uncertainty.” “Life is uncertain. Always. It's the defining feature of life.” Episode references: Pema Chödrön: https://pemachodronfoundation.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3489: Leo Babauta explores how the urge to buy more possessions often comes from our discomfort with uncertainty rather than true necessity. He explains that shopping becomes a coping mechanism for anxiety, insecurity, and the desire for control. By learning to sit with uncertainty instead of trying to eliminate it with purchases, we can live more simply and peacefully. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/buying Quotes to ponder: “If you are invested in security and certainty, you are on the wrong planet.” “Most of our stuff, we buy because of one feeling: the feeling of uncertainty.” “Life is uncertain. Always. It's the defining feature of life.” Episode references: Pema Chödrön: https://pemachodronfoundation.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3489: Leo Babauta explores how the urge to buy more possessions often comes from our discomfort with uncertainty rather than true necessity. He explains that shopping becomes a coping mechanism for anxiety, insecurity, and the desire for control. By learning to sit with uncertainty instead of trying to eliminate it with purchases, we can live more simply and peacefully. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/buying Quotes to ponder: “If you are invested in security and certainty, you are on the wrong planet.” “Most of our stuff, we buy because of one feeling: the feeling of uncertainty.” “Life is uncertain. Always. It's the defining feature of life.” Episode references: Pema Chödrön: https://pemachodronfoundation.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Saturday afternoon session of Sitting with Original Love, Henry Shukman frames the direction of spiritual practice — not as a solitary ascent away from suffering but as a descent into the heart of it. Reading from Pema Chödrön, he offers a vision of awakening that moves downward: Through guided meditation and calm instruction, he invites participants to stop treating practice as a… Source

Send Rachel a text message.Meditation practice isn't about trying to throw ourselves away and become something better. It's about befriending who we are already.— Pema ChödrönIn this episode of Self Talk, we redefine what meditation can be—beyond rules, shame, and “shoulds.” We'll explore why so many of us resist meditating, debunk the myth that meditation is about “reaching enlightenment,” and reframe practice as a personal check‑in with Source. You'll learn simple, accessible ways to make meditation your own, including a 60‑second drop‑in, a daily self‑alignment practice, and turning everyday activities into a mindfulness practice. You're also invited to join Write Your Self Open, a guided meditation and reflective writing course that supports your ongoing inner work—and invites you to be lovingly, radically gentle with yourself.EPISODE TIMELINE00:00 – What Meditation Really IsPema Chödrön quote, intro to the episode, and why so many of us resist meditation or feel guilty about not doing it.01:08 – Rachel's First Meditation Attempt as a ChildStory of Rachel's early experience with meditation, boredom, shame, and how that shaped her later practice.03:18 – Common Blocks: Shame, “Shoulds,” and ComparisonHow meditation becomes another item on the to‑do list, the comparison trap, and the fear of “doing it wrong.”05:23 – Fear of Thoughts and the Quiet MindA client's fear of being alone with his thoughts, why quieting the mind can feel scary, and how self‑work helps.06:21 – Why We Don't Meditate: Enlightenment MythsWhy chasing enlightenment through meditation is problematic, non‑duality, and the limits of the ego in this pursuit.08:00 – Real Benefits of Meditation (Mind, Body, Spirit)Nervous system regulation, stress reduction, better sleep, improved focus, and meditation as a “phone call home” to Source.10:45 – No Rules: Making Meditation Your OwnLetting go of shame and rigid rules; reframing meditation as a personal check‑in rather than a performance.11:19 – Simple Practices You Can Start TodayThe 60‑second drop‑in body scan, daily self‑alignment meditation, and “whatever you're doing, do it” mindfulness in everyday life.15:51 – Guided Meditation & ‘Write Your Self Open'How guided meditation and reflective writing work in Rachel's “Write Your Self Open” course, plus details about the new Monday cohort beginning April 13.Write Your Self Open is a revolution in self-development that blends guided meditation, journaling, and supportive group discussion led by holistic psychotherapist Rachel Astarte.It's all the benefits of personal transformation + community-building without the constraints of talk therapy.Join anytime. No previous meditation or writing experience necessary.http://writeyourselfopen.com Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the showContinue working with Rachel at foundationofself.com • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. •Music:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

If you're a leader looking to bring more joy, intentional authenticity, and emotional safety into your organization, or a parent, educator, or seeker craving deeper connection in all areas of life, this episode is for you. I sat down with my dear friend Connie Laufersky, master Montessori educator and leadership coach, to unravel the secrets to nurturing transformative relationships that span decades, weather storms, and inspire growth.What happens when you bring intentionality, spiritual depth, and psychological safety to every relationship? Connie Laufersky and I reflect on nearly 10 years of friendship, our shared journey of personal development, and the principles that allow connections, at work, at home, and in life, to truly thrive. We explore practical tools from Montessori leadership, powerful books, and the lived wisdom that heals pain, empowers agency, and keeps us coming back for more. Watch This If:Why asking for permission and empowering agency build trustHow the Montessori approach transforms leadership, mentoring & parentingCreating a circle of influencers who uplift, challenge, and grow with you Episode Highlights (with Timestamps):4:40 – Intentionality: The Key to Deep, Mutual Support 7:40 – How Emotional Safety Is Built (and Rebuilt) 18:00 – Balancing Spirituality & Professionalism in the Workplace 29:45 – Thriving as an Entrepreneur—Lessons from Service 30:27 – Parenting Adult Children: Empathy, Boundaries & Evolving Connection 59:06 – Fulfillment vs. Success: Purpose in the Next Chapter What You'll Learn:Practical techniques from Montessori for empowering agency in adults and children alikeWhy and how to build your own “circle of influencers” for thriving support and growthResources:The How of Happiness: A New Approach to - Getting the Life You Want by Sonya LyubomirskyGreat by Choice by Jim CollinsThe Art of Living: Peace and Freedom in the Here and Now by Thich Nhất HanhPractice Peace (Pocket Size Book) by Pema ChödrönDare to Lead by Brené BrownThe Gifts of Imperfection by Brené BrownA Return to Love by Marianne WilliamsonContact Information:Guest: Connie LauferskyWebsite: http://www.montessoriconsultinggroup.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connie-laufersky-0411b041/Host: Valerie HopeWebsite: https://www.valeriehope.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/valeriehope/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriehope/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValerieVHopeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ConnecttoJoyProduction Support: Lucy Hope - Podcast Editing, Copy, and Publishing. #CircleOfHopePodcast #IntentionalConnection #EmotionalSafety #MontessoriWisdom #LeadershipGrowth

Onryu Mary Stares helps us understand why external peace is impossible without first addressing the "war" occurring inside—the aggression and destructive emotions within our own heart. She offers several key approaches to support this effort:Navigating the Kleshas: Mary identifies aggression as a "cold, critical, and fixed" mind and encourages practitioners to acknowledge this and other destructive emotions (pride, craving, jealousy, and ignorance) rather than skipping over themThe Wisdom of Manjushri: She uses the imagery of the bodhisattva Manjushri and his sword to illustrate how wisdom can be "cutting" and clear without being aggressive, provided it is used with a "pure heart" to perform appropriate actionsPractical Tools for Peace: A number of actionable methods for maintaining a peaceful internal posture during conflict are discussed, such as the STOP practice (Stop, Take a breath, Observe, Proceed) and Pema Chödrön's guidance to remain "embodied, present, and kind."Transforming Personal Conflict: Through personal stories of facing workplace hostility and homophobic harassment, Mary demonstrates how meeting aggression with awareness and sadness—rather than counter-aggression—can prevent the creation of negative karma and lead toward wholeness and relationship______________Onryu Mary Stares first arrived at Tassajara in the summer of 2000, following a period of residential practice at Gampo Abbey in Nova Scotia, Canada. After a number of years of coming and going she requested priest ordination and with that request committed to live and work in residence at San Francisco Zen Center for a number of years. Mary has lived and practiced at all three of the SFZC temples and has lived in a number of other Buddhist communities since 1999. A carpenter by trade, Mary was ordained as a Zen priest in 2010 by Arlene Lueck and Myogen Steve Stücky. Mary was Shuso (Head Student) for the Winter 2015 Practice Period at Tassajara. She most recently served as Director of City Center and is currently Tanto (Head of Practice) at City Center. ______________  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 over 900 recorded talks dating back to 1995CREDITSAudio Production: George HubbardProducer: Tom BrueinMusic/Logo/Artwork: Derek Lassiter

On the practice of sitting, walking, becoming, and living as yourself, precisely where you are. (0:00) – Introduction and Guest Welcome (2:21) – Gru's Journey to Zen Practice (5:53) – Elena's Personal Reflections (12:18) – The Concept of "Becoming Yourself" (19:34) – The Role of Precepts and Ethical Practice (32:29) – The Importance of Confidence and Effort (37:46) – Conclusion and Gratitude This long-awaited new book from Shunryu Suzuki: Becoming Yourself: Teachings on the Zen Way of Life, edited by Jiryu Rutschman-Byler and Sojun Mel Weitsman, is one of my favorite books of 2025. Jiryu Rutschman-Byler is a Soto Zen Buddhist priest and teacher in the lineage of Shunryu Suzuki Roshi, with dharma transmission from Sojun Mel Weitsman. Jiryu has trained residentially in Zen temples since 1996, and currently serves as a co-Abbot of San Francisco Zen Center through his role as Abiding Abbot of Green Gulch Farm Zen Center. Shunryu Suzuki was one of the most influential spiritual teachers of the Twentieth Century and a founding father of Zen in America. Suzuki's Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind, first published in the U.S. in 1970, is considered one of the most important Buddhist books in modern history, and has been translated into more than thirty-five languages. A Japanese priest of the Sōtō lineage, Suzuki taught Buddhism in the United States from 1959 until his death in 1971. He was the founder of the San Francisco Zen Center and the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center. While contemporary Buddhist figures such as His Holiness The Dalai Lama, Thích Nhất Hạnh, and Pema Chödrön are more familiar to American audiences, Shunryu Suzuki was among the first Buddhist teachers with cultural influence in the West and was the first to establish a lasting practice community in the U.S. Importantly, the warmth, humor, and simplicity of Suzuki's teachings made Buddhism accessible. For decades, the San Francisco Zen Center has preserved an archive of Suzuki's original audio teachings, most of which have never been edited or published. Becoming Yourself: Teachings on the Zen Way of Life offers newly available teachings by Suzuki, exploring a practice he describes as fundamentally about "becoming yourself." Rather than offering a philosophy or even a set of techniques, Suzuki points to a way of being, and calls readers to the simple practice of zazen, or "just to sit," as the expression of a fulfilling life and grounded ethical orientation. Becoming Yourself is a result of the painstaking efforts of the Zen community over many years. Archiving, transcribing and interpreting Suzuki's intention clearly and accurately proved to be very challenging work. The final editor and compiler of the book is Jiryu Rutschman-Byler, a senior teacher and co-Abbot of the San Francisco Zen Center. As we learn in these pages, "becoming yourself" is not meant to be understood as an idea but rather tried out as a way of being. It is a practice of deeply connecting with how it feels to be alive in your surroundings, whether on a meditation cushion or not, and stepping forward from that connection. It is opening to your life, wherever you are, and finding right there a deep well of innate wisdom, compassion, and care.

“If you think that life is just going to be easy, simple, and straight on without any deviation or blocks, you've come to the wrong planet.” - Pema Chödrön

“The path is the goal.” — Pema ChödrönIn this episode, I reflect on the importance of remembering why we began our healing journey  and how easy it is to forget our original intention as time goes on. As always, we begin with a ten-minute meditation before moving into a personal reflection on devotion, gratitude, and returning to our purpose. Enjoy the show.

This guided meditation session, led by Dr. Diana Hill, is part of the Diana's weekly Sangha community. This meditation uses the bell to bring your' attention to the present moment, encouraging flexibility in focusing on various aspects of your external and internal worlds. It emphasizes your ability to shift attention to sensory experiences, feelings, thoughts, perspectives, purpose, and actions. The meditation advocates for self-acceptance and openness, referencing Pema Chödrön's teachings on befriending oneself as the foundation of meditation practice. The session closes with three bows to acknowledge true nature, teachers, and the community.You can also enjoy Diana's related talk on by listening to Episode 179 Secret Sangha: Flexibility.

Journey to Deep Rest Series | The Ruler | Capricorn Yoga Nidra for Deep Rest | Nervous System RegulationEnter this grounded space of rest with Ayla Nova and allow this Yoga Nidra practice to guide you into deep relaxation, nervous system regulation, and restorative rest. This session is designed to calm the body, quiet the mind, and support a gentle reset of the nervous system.Inspired by the energy of Capricorn, this Yoga Nidra focuses on reassessing life, releasing burnout, and returning to inner stability and self-trust. Capricorn represents wisdom, responsibility, and sovereignty, offering a powerful container for letting go of what no longer serves and reconnecting with what brings you life and joy again.This practice supports deep sleep, emotional regulation, and stress relief by helping you soften effort, release survival-based control, and rest in presence. As the nervous system settles, you are invited to remember who you are beneath roles, expectations, and constant doing.A grounding Yoga Nidra for deep rest, nervous system healing, and returning home to yourself.✨ 2026 NOVA NIDRA TEACHER TRAININGWebsite: https://www.aylanova.com/peaceinrestprogram/teach00:00 Introduction00:12 Welcoming Words from Ayla02:22 Preparing for Yoga Nidra02:52 Nova Nidra Teacher Training04:40 The Practice of Yoga Nidra Begins

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Send us a textEmbracing Discomfort: The Practice of Tonglen and Pema Chödrön's TeachingsIn this episode of Letters to the Sky, Stephan and Adam delve into the transformative teachings of Pema Chödrön's book, 'Comfortable with Uncertainty.' They explore the profound practice of Tonglen and how it serves as a tool for spiritual awakening and a deepening connection to all beings. With heartfelt reflections and guided meditations, they discuss the existential discomfort inherent in being human and the importance of equanimity in facing life's challenges. Join them for a meaningful conversation that touches on the core of waking up and embracing the full spectrum of human experience.00:47 Discussing Pema Chödrön's Comfortable with Uncertainty02:41 Exploring Lojong and Mind Training08:45 Understanding Tonglen Practice19:04 The Path of the Bodhisattva29:32 Understanding Resistance and Ego29:51 Meditation and Letting Go30:58 Weather as a Metaphor for Life32:24 The Illusion of Perfection33:59 Exploring the Six Realms of Being37:14 Heaven and Hell: A Zen Perspective41:27 Practicing Tonglen Meditation50:15 Personal Reflections on Tonglen55:07 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysSupport the showCopyright 2025 by Letters to the Sky

Should a Catholic read Pema Chödrön? John Duns Scotus and the Incarnation? Why is the Filioque important? Join us for Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

Happy Monday, Beautiful Soul!Today marks the very first episode of my brand-new Monday series, Soul Shift — a weekly drop of intuitive wisdom to help you reframe, realign, and empower the way you step into your week.Because if 2025 has taught us anything… it's that we must move through life more mindfully. And with 2026 roaring toward us with massive energy, grounding into intention is no longer optional — it's essential.This week, we're diving into a big one: fear.How it shows up. Why it grips us. And the simple, powerful truth Pema Chödrön offers that has carried me through my own heartbreak and uncertainty this year:“If you don't do what I say, I have no power.” — FearIn this episode, I'm sharing:* Why fear is not “bad” — it's an alert system* How fear feeds on our action, not our awareness* The importance of pausing + presence* Practical ways to move fear through the body (not obey it)* How to reclaim your authority as we step into the monumental energy of 2026If fear has been whispering (or screaming) in your ear lately… this conversation is for you.For a LIMITED time, book your 2026 Akashic Record Soul Reading and find out what's ahead for you & how to best navigate it! I'd love to hear how this resonates with you! And if you have your own way of working with fear, share with us! Your wisdom is welcome. Don't forget, When you invest in yourself, the world benefits! CONNECT ONLINEInstagram https://www.instagram.com/ahnahendrixYouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5fsN8oqu8Ib8IcvpYZA4jQDECEMBER Events & Offerings* Join The Soul Driven Collective on Substack (it's free) https://substack.com/@souldrivencollective* Book a 2026 Akashic Record Soul Reading HERE: https://ahnahendrix.as.me/* SDC Guidance Circle* 12/19 at 12pm MDT / 2pm EST* Inner Circle Members ONLY (Paid SDC Members)* LINK: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/MeIP5bzUQamvkc1y2ObkEA* 2026 Akashic Messages Circle (for the public)* COMPLIMENTARY EVENT - Register to attend* 12/23 at 5pm MDT / 7pm EST* LINK: https://ahnahendrix.com/events/* The 2026 Akashic Channeling & Clearing Circle (full description below)* 50% OFF until December 7th with code: 2026ACC* 12/30 at 5pm MDT / 7pm EST* LINK: https://ahnahendrix.com/events/* O Apply for an Akashic Transformational Mentorship https://ahnahendrix.com/akashic-transformational-mentorships/* Access the Akashic Records: Self Study Course: https://ahnahendrix.com/access-the-akashic-records-self-study-course/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit souldrivencollective.substack.com

- Englischer Podcast -Was kann Manifestation wirklich – und wo wird's gefährlich? In dieser Folge spreche ich mit Dr. Lucas Dixon (University of Queensland). Er erforscht den Effekt, den es hat in "Magische Manifestation" zu glauben. Wir sprechen über Forschungsergebnisse, Risiken wie unrealistische Ziele und riskante Investments – und zeigen, wie du Manifestation sinnvoll und wissenschaftlich nutzen kannst.In dieser Folge erfährst du:die zwei Bedeutungen von „Manifestation“: Selbstwirksamkeit vs. „kosmische Kooperation“wann Manifestieren Hoffnung & Optimismus stärkt – und wo die realen Grenzen liegenwarum magisches Denken unrealistische Ziele befeuert und zu Risk-Taking (z. B. Krypto) führen kannwas Studien zu Zusammenhang von Manifestationsglauben, Erwartungshaltungen und finanziellen Verlusten nahelegenweshalb Gedanken nicht automatisch Realität erzeugenwie du Ziele wissenschaftlich wirksam planstpraxisnahe Leitfragen, um Manifestation alltagstauglich, evidenzbasiert und risikobewusst einzusetzenAuszüge dieses Podcast-Inteviews findest du in der deutschen Übersetzung hier: https://annaschaub.com/manifestation-was-sagt-die-wissenschaftHier findest du Dr. Lucas Dixon:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/DrLucasDixonX (Twitter): x.com/DrLucasDixonLindsay Drummond - www.improvhub.com.auIm Podcast erwähnt: Buch – „Wenn alles zusammenbricht“ von Pema ChödrönDr. Gabrielle Oettingen – WOOPDie Erfüllungsformel: Eine Bedienungsanleitung für ein erfülltes Leben. Kontakt & VerbindungenWebsite: ⁠⁠www.annaschaub.com⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠@anna_schaub_official⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠@annaschaubofficial⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠@annaschaub⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠@annaschaub⁠⁠Podcast: ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠Newsletter: ⁠⁠Jetzt abonnieren⁠⁠Buch - Die Erfüllungsformel: ⁠⁠Jetzt mehr erfahren!⁠⁠Life Coach Ausbildung: ⁠⁠Lerne Anna's Coaching Methode⁠Coaching-Masterclass: ⁠⁠Erschaffe dir das Leben deiner Träume⁠

✨ Episode Summary: Ever have one of those days where it feels like everyone is out to test your patience? In this classic replay, Cheri Flake dives deep into what's really going on when the world feels extra annoying—and (spoiler!) the answer might not be them. With wisdom from retreats, a powerful teaching by Pema Chödrön, and reminders from A Course in Miracles, Cheri unpacks the empowering truth of owning your inner landscape. This episode includes a deeply grounding "Train Station OM" meditation to help you return to your center and choose peace over reactivity.

Holding grief alongside wise teachings on death, Jaymee Carpenter and Raghu Markus discuss the great loss of Lady Diana J. Mukpo, wife of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche.Listen to Jaymee's interview with Lady Diana J. Mukpo HEREThis week on Mindrolling, Raghu and Jaymee chat about:Remembering Lady Diana J. Mukpo, the wife of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, the great Tibetan LamaChogyam Trungpa's leadership out of occupied Tibet, through the Himalayas, and into IndiaRaghu's experience meeting Chogyam Trungpa and having an instant connectionLiving in two planes at once: holding grief while realizing that death is ultimately just a conceptHow clinging and even subtle attachments can pull us away from the present momentJaymee's practice of looking at things three different waysTransforming the polarity that exists inside of ourselves Turning even the worst of situations into an opportunity for growth and something beautiful‘The mere eye' where we hold our sense of self lightly Watching out for spiritual bypassing and practicing loving awareness From This Episode:Look deeper into Pema Chödrön, the renowned Buddhist nun mentioned by Jaymee and Raghu.Get a copy of Why We Meditate, a guidebook that will help you not only break free from negative patterns of thought and behavior but radically embrace your very being.Learn more about Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche through Ram Dass in an episode of Here and Now and in this earlier Mindrolling episode.About Jaymee Carpenter:Jaymee Carpenter is a highly revered spiritual teacher and psychospiritual counselor based in Ojai, CA, with a background of 13 years of multi-faceted professional experience in the field of addiction and mental health treatment. He is a 16-year meditation practitioner and teacher within the oldest lineage of Tibetan Buddhism (Nyingma), which is his primary source of his own recovery and mental clarity. Jaymee spent 3 years recently as an apprentice to a Lakota shaman, co-facilitating sweat lodge ceremonies for hundreds of participants on sacred land blessed by His Holiness The Dalai Lama. He is additionally a master-level communicator and storyteller, and one of the world's great listeners.Follow Jaymee Carpenter on Instagram and check out his podcast, Love is the Author “I start to cry. I cry for the normal reasons one cries. Loss, the sadness around not having another chance to say something to her. Then, I'm immediately greeted with how long she lived, all the accomplishments she made in this lifetime, that she studied the way out of the notion of death alongside Chogyam Trungpa…I'm met both with my grief and my teachings.” – Jaymee Carpenter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Anybody out there like to do big things? Anybody out there feel like your life is so full sometimes you can barely think? Anybody out there wonder if there's a better way? Yeah … me too. In this much belated episode, I'm asking big questions about how much work is enough and how to make that happen in an ambitious life … because, right now, I'm right I've got no way around those questions. The story of the picnic table comes from Draft No. 4. It was retold in Cal Newport's Slow Productivity where some of the stories in this episode also originated. Research on the relationship between work quantity and quality is summarized in Scott Young's book, Get Better at Anything. ReferencesMcphee, J. (2018a). Draft No. 4 : On the Writing Process. Farrar, Straus And Giroux.Mcphee, J. (2018b). Pine Barrens. Daunt Books.Newport, C. (2023, April 28). Danielle Steel and the Tragic Appeal of Overwork - Cal Newport. Study Hacks. https://calnewport.com/danielle-steel-and-the-tragic-appeal-of-overwork/Newport, C. (2024). Slow Productivity. Penguin.Pema Chödrön. (2018). The wisdom of no escape : and the path of loving-kindness. Shambhala Publications, Inc.quoteresearch. (2013, September 16). Quote Origin: “To Be Is To Do” “To Do Is To Be” “Do Be Do Be Do” – Quote Investigator®. Quoteinvestigator.com. https://quoteinvestigator.com/2013/09/16/do-be-do/Young, S. H. (2024). Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery. HarperCollins UK.

If you've been craving a return to center, this episode is for you. I'm thrilled to finally invite you into Make Sit Happen—my brand new 21-day meditation adventure, created for anyone ready to build a practice that feels soulful, sustainable, and real. Whether you've never meditated before or you've wandered off the cushion and want to begin again, this course offers a grounded and gentle path: ✴︎ Daily teachings with video and audio (short & potent) ✴︎ Guided meditations and nature soundscapes ✴︎ Weekly live Zoom calls (recordings available) ✴︎ Writing prompts and walking practices ✴︎ A beautiful community space to connect and reflect ✴︎ Inspired by the teachings of Pema Chödrön, Jack Kornfield, Natalie Goldberg, and Adyashanti You'll meet the Mirepoix Sisters (Sit, Walk, Write) and explore the 5 natural elements (Earth, Air, Fire, Water, Space) as a metaphor for presence. We begin with the simplest invitation: sit down, breathe, and notice what's here. In this episode, I'll walk you through everything you need to know, including how to sign up, what you'll receive, and why even one minute of sitting each day can open a portal to your soul. I built this for people just like you—curious, creative, maybe a little overwhelmed—and ready to deepen their connection to what matters most. ✨ Enrollment closes tomorrow morning. ✨ Listen in for the full invitation. ✨ We start together, and we begin right where we are. → makesithappen.org

Dr. Laura welcomes Kirkland Shave, co-founder of the Mountain Trek health reset retreat, and Dr. Kelly Tremblay, neuroscientist and certified coach, to Where Work Meets Life™to explore the connection between holistic health, burnout prevention, and the mind-body connection. Kelly and Kirk discuss the prevalence of stress and burnout in today's society and our lack of meaningful connection to nature and our own bodies and minds. Dr. Laura investigates these issues from a neurological perspective and a practical wellness approach with both Kelly and Kirk, learning what can be done to reset our healing.Forest bathing, flow trekking and sensory health practices that involve engaging with sound, scent, and visual natural experiences are all part of the conversation. Connecting with our senses and the reality of nature while separating ourselves from screens and demands can dramatically reduce stress and enhance brain function. While Kelly shares neuroscience research linking stress to actual structural brain changes, Kirk offers transformative stories from Mountain Trek, where guests can unplug from digital overload. Dr. Laura highlights the importance of understanding the causes of our burnout and how we can take control to heal our body and mind.“You've probably heard about it's Shinrin-yoku, a Japanese-researched way of being moment to moment, mindful of the sensorial information that's coming through our sense organs into the brain. And you're doing that in nature, and you're in a state of flow… where you're not thinking about other things. You're paying attention to what do I see? Or what do I see in motion in front of me? Or what do I hear out of this ear versus this ear? Or what do I smell as I go by the bark of this tree? Or which direction is the sun landing on my skin? These moment-to-moment awarenesses have been proven to lower the stress hormone cortisol. The Japanese researched this, and the main reason why they did this research is because in the 80s, as the tech industry took off in Japan, people were working 12-hour days already that we're working now, and the work burnout was through the roof.” - Kirkland ShaveAbout Kirkland Shave:Kirkland Shave, founder and president of the world-renowned Mountain Trek program, now offers off-site interactive and eye-opening workshops — grounded in anthropological health science — to help professionals integrate lasting steps in reaching optimal wellness. With an inspiring, practical, and actionable message, Kirkland helps people see their own health through a fresh and practical lens.With half- and full-day interactive health workshops and keynote presentations — designed specifically for a corporate audience — held at your company's headquarters, Kirkland's life-changing interactive presentation can be tailored to meet a number of health issues: Fitness, Nutrition, De-Stressing, Sleep Hygiene, Physical and Digital Detoxification, Habit Formation, Mindfulness.His proven approach increases energy, productivity, and establishes long-lasting health habits. The program incorporates scientific anthropology blended with a distinctly mountain-centric approach to health. With 18 years' experience as president and founder of Mountain Trek's holistic health and vitality program, Kirkland brings more than 40 years of health-focused lifestyle expertise, with experience as a fitness instructor, lead hiking guide, wellness coach, Wilderness Park Manager, yoga instructor and meditation practitioner.Kirkland's off-site workshops for executives and employees have been hosted by leading organizations, such as Google, Young Presidents Organization of Western Canada, Fortis Gas, the CEO Network, European Entrepreneurs Organization, and more. Contact Kirkland Shave and Mountain Trek:Website: MountainTrek.com  https://mountaintrek.com/Instagram: @mountaintrek https://www.instagram.com/mountaintrek/Facebook: @mountaintrek https://www.facebook.com/mountaintrekInstagram: @mountaintrek  https://www.instagram.com/mountaintrekLinkedIn: Mountain-Trek  https://www.linkedin.com/company/mountain-trek/YouTube: YouTube.com/MountainTrek  https://www.youtube.com/mountaintrekKirkland Shave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirkland-shave-66865b29/TripAdvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g499116-d223075-Reviews-Mountain_Trek_Fitness_Retreat_Health_Spa-Ainsworth_Hot_Springs_Kootenay_Rockies_British.htmlAbout Dr. Kelly Tremblay, MSc PhD CEC-ACC:Dr. Trembly is committed to making aging better by innovating in the areas of health, tech, and education through leadership, research, and advocacy.She is a consultant, neuroscientist and clinical audiologist who has worked in healthcare, tech, and higher education for 25+ years. As a tenured professor, Dr. Tremblay's NIH-funded research shed light on how we can capitalize on the brain's plasticity to promote perceptual and behavior changes well into our later years. Her work in the areas of communication neuroscience, person-centred care, and digital health technology has been recognized with invitations to serve on many committees at the National Institutes of Health, the American Federation for Aging Research's National Scientific Advisory Council, Mitacs Canada, and the World Health Organization. She leads advocacy initiatives and serves on many boards, including the Hearing Loss Association of America, where she was a Board Trustee and Co-Founder and Chair of the Task Force for Accessible, Inclusive Employment.Because work and health are social determinants of quality of life and healthy aging, Dr. Tremblay also works with leaders in all sectors, as an ICF-certified executive coach, to promote healthy, accessible, multi-generational workplaces where people can flourish. She's certified by the International Coaching Federation and a Fellow of the McLean Institute of Coaching (an affiliate of Harvard Medical School), who loves helping people rewire and inspire!Contact Dr. Kelly Tremblay: Website: DrKellyTremblay.com  https://drkellytremblay.com/LinkedIn: Dr-Kelly_Tremblay  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kelly-tremblay  Resources:Website: MountainTrek.com“Nature and human well-being: The olfactory pathway” Science Advances | May 2024 | Vol 10 Issue 20Parks Canada Health and WellnessShinrin-yoku“The Myth of Normal” by Gabor Mate“When Things Fall Apart” by Pema ChödrönLearn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology

I can't think of a more powerful way to celebrate 100 episodes than with Susan Inouye, a transformational executive coach and bestselling author whose work bridges neuroscience, somatics, and leadership.In this milestone conversation, we explore how nonprofit leaders can shift from head-centric to heart-centered leadership. Susan shares five key leadership shifts for building emotionally intelligent, collaborative cultures—especially across generations.If you're ready to build a culture where people feel seen, valued, and safe to contribute their gifts, this episode is a must-listen.In this episode:[02:50] Susan's unexpected journey to transformational coaching[07:11] Learning from Tony Robbins, Deepak Chopra, Pema Chödrön, and more[08:39] The difference between being and doing in leadership[10:14] How somatic and heart intelligence drive nonprofit team performance[17:58] Defining heart intelligence[20:08] Five leadership shifts to help leaders lead multigenerational teams[27:57] Building a culture of belonging in your nonprofit[34:52] A simple yet powerful practice to start leading with heart todayRESOURCESLeadership's Perfect Storm by Susan InouyeCONNECT WITH SUSANLinkedIn: Susan InouyeInstagram: @susan_inouyeSend Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE!My book, Sow, Grow, Lead is live on Amazon! It shares my journey of starting a nonprofit in Malawi and offers practical strategies to help nonprofit leaders turn visions into reality, and create meaningful impact As the fundraising engine of choice for over 80,000 organizations in 90+ countries, Donorbox's easy-to-use fundraising tools help you raise more money in more ways. Seamlessly embed a customizable donation form into your website that reduces donor drop-off with a 4x faster checkout, launch a crowdfunding or peer-to-peer campaign, sell event tickets, raise funds on the go with Donorbox Live™ Kiosk, and much more. Learn more at donorbox.org The EmC Masterclass by Dr. Lola Gershfeld will help you enhance your communication skills to raise more revenue for your mission. This groundbreaking Emotional Connection process has been integrated into top universities' curriculum and recognized by international organizations. Use code LEADWITHHEART to enjoy a -10%.CONNECT WITH HALEYHaley is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Stress Management Coach, and EmC trainer. She founded The Savvy Fundraiser, a nonprofit consulting and coaching business, and has experience with nonprofits in human services, homelessness, and youth sectors. Specializing in EmC, leadership, board development, and fundraising, Haley is dedicated to empowering nonprofit leaders to create thriving organizations.Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser LinkedIn: Haley Cooper, CFREWebsite: thesavvyfundraiser.comProduced by Ideablossoms

Consider this: Stress will likely surge higher when you are uncertain about an outcome compared to when you're faced with a certainly bad outcome. Sounds wild, right?! Think about the scenarios though... Would you rather be told you're going to lose your job next month or have your boss tell you that there's a 50-50 chance you'll lose it during the next month? In those 50-50 scenarios, we can get stuck in a cycling stress response and no clear idea of what to do next to alleviate it. At least if you know you're going to lose your job, you have a clear next step: start job hunting. That's what we're digging into in this episode. We'll explore different types of uncertainty (estimation uncertainty, irreducible uncertainty, and volatility), why we stress over the unknown, and how to navigate these experiences in everyday life. Sources and Notes: Joy Lab Program: Take the next leap in your wellbeing journey with step-by-step practices to help you build and maintain the elements of joy in your life. de Berker, A., et al. (2016). Computations of uncertainty mediate acute stress responses in humans. Nat Commun 7, 10996. Access here.  Pema Chödrön quote: " To be fully alive, fully human, and completely awake is to be continually thrown out of the nest. To live fully is to be always in no man's land, to experience each moment as completely new and fresh. To live is to be willing to die over and over again." Full transcript here. Please remember that this content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice and is not a replacement for advice and treatment from a medical professional. Please consult your doctor or other qualified health professional before beginning any diet change, supplement, or lifestyle program. Please see our terms for more information. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call the NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264 available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. OR text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email NAMI at helpline@nami.org. Visit NAMI for more. You can also call or text SAMHSA at 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

Original Air Date: December 11, 2017 Born in New York City, Pema Chödrön is one of the first Western women to be fully ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist nun. Pema explains how difficult times can be an opportunity for growth and change if you're willing to embrace the situation and the feelings that come with it. One of the basic Buddhist tenets, Pema says, is that change is constant. "Things are going to keep changing," she says. "If you're invested in security and certainty, then you're not going to feel good a lot of the time." 

In this raw, reflective, and empowering episode, Quinn opens up about the emotional terrain of fear—how it creeps in post-divorce, shows up in our relationships, careers, and even in the state of the world. They share deeply personal moments of walking into the unknown: moving during COVID, raising six kids alone, and heading back to school to become a nurse.With wisdom from Pema Chödrön, Stoic philosophers, and Gavin de Becker's The Gift of Fear, Quinn unpacks the crucial difference between fear that saves your life and fear that steals it. You'll learn how to identify healthy vs. unhealthy fear, work with your body's intuition, and use simple yet powerful tools like the Stoic Pause and the "So What?" drill to regain clarity and take action—even when you're afraid.You'll hear about:Quinn's journey to school, single parenting, and starting overThe two kinds of fear women are facing in 2025Fear as a signal vs. fear as a storyWhy the mind prefers the familiar—and how that sabotages your growthWhat healthy fear feels like in the bodyTools to sit with fear, question it, and move forward anywayWhy women often mistake fear for wisdomAnd the mantra that could change everything:“Fear is just information. It's not instruction.”Quotables:"Courage isn't about being fearless. It's about acting with discernment—despite the fear."“You don't need to kill the fear. You just need to stop letting it drive.”“Is this a sacred warning—or just a dusty-ass lie?”Resources Mentioned:The Gift of Fear by Gavin de BeckerPema Chödrön's quote: “Fear is a natural reaction to moving closer to the truth.”Stoic philosophy on perception and responsePostDivorceGlowUp.comEmail: quinn@postdivorceglowup.com

Dan deconstructs the Dharmic elements of the popular HBO show, with the co-host of The White Lotus Official Season 3 companion podcast. Joshuah Bearman is a writer and film producer in Los Angeles. He has written for Wired, GQ, Harper's, Rolling Stone, and contributed to This American Life. Along with Jia Tolentino, Josh is the co-host of the The White Lotus Official Podcast. In this episode we talk about: How Josh became interested in Buddhism  How Mike White, the writer and creator of The White Lotus, became interested in Buddhism  Buddhist concepts and themes all three seasons of The White Lotus Buddhist notions of self and identity Some paradoxes and pitfalls of Buddhism The perils of pleasure seeking Craving certainty as a bulwark against anxiety  The importance of repetition  of simple Buddhist ideas that we are programmed to forget  The Buddhist concept of attachment The three jewels of Buddhism and the importance of relationships Related Episodes: Natasha Rothwell (White Lotus, How To Die Alone) On: Loneliness, Envy, People Pleasing, And Finding Your “Hell Yes” Michael Imperioli (From The Sopranos and White Lotus) Knows a Shitload About Buddhist Meditation  Holding it Together When Things Fall Apart | Pema Chödrön Pema Chödrön, Renowned Buddhist Nun, On Her One Non-Negotiable Happiness Strategy   Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Additional Resources:  The White Lotus Official Podcast  

In this compelling episode of Crackin' Backs, we sit down with Christopher Dooley, a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) with extensive research and clinical experience in trauma and resilience. Together, we explore the multifaceted nature of trauma, acknowledging that it manifests uniquely in each individual. Key Discussion Points:Human Evolution and Learning: Despite our advancements, our primal instincts remain influential. We discuss how our evolutionary roots impact our responses to trauma and our ongoing journey of growth.​Military Dynamics: The military is known for forging strong leaders but can also leave lasting scars. We examine how its structure fosters resilience in some while leading to challenges in others.​Nature's Healing Power: Amidst our technology-driven lives, we consider how reconnecting with the natural world can restore mental clarity and balance.​The Role of Suffering: Is suffering an essential component of personal growth? We delve into how processed trauma can become a catalyst for strength rather than destruction.​Authentic Leadership: True leadership extends beyond authority; it's about inspiring and nurturing without oppression. We discuss the core principles that distinguish effective leaders from tyrants.​Counterintuitive Insights: Christopher shares unconventional lessons from his practice that challenge traditional beliefs and offer fresh perspectives on healing and growth.​Recommended Readings:Christopher references two influential books by Pema Chödrön that offer profound insights into facing fear and adversity:"The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times"This book provides tools to awaken our basic goodness and connect deeply with others, teaching us to accept ourselves and our imperfections. FIND HERE "When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times"Chödrön offers life-changing tools for transforming suffering and negative patterns into habitual ease and boundless joy. FIND HERE Connect with Christopher Dooley:For those interested in learning more or seeking guidance, Christopher DooleyWe are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies. Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. Crackin Backs Podcast

Welcome to episode 83 of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives. This installment sees Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and leadership coach/journalist Jo Confino joined by Zen Buddhist nun Sister True Dedication to discuss the Eight Realizations of Great Beings. This ancient Buddhist sutra provides guidance on overcoming suffering, putting an end to misunderstandings and difficulties, and making progress towards or even attaining enlightenment: “leaving behind the world of birth and death, [and] dwelling forever in peace”.In this, the second of two parts, the three contributors explore the last four realizations, which provide a manual for seeing the world with the wisdom needed to deal with suffering and act with clarity. The realizations covered include the awareness that ignorance is the cause of the endless cycle of birth and death, and how bodhisattvas develop their understanding and skillful means; the awareness that poverty (but not only poverty!) can create hatred and anger, and how to practice generosity equally towards friends and enemies; living simply to ‘practice the way', and the great vow to help all beings and guide them to joy; and more. The discussion emphasizes the importance of grounding Buddhist teachings in real-world realities, cultivating compassion and understanding even for those causing harm, simplifying one’s life, and committing to the bodhisattva path of alleviating the suffering of all beings. Co-produced by the Plum Village App:https://plumvillage.app/ And Global Optimism:https://globaloptimism.com/ With support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation:https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/ List of resourcesInterbeinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interbeing Sister Hien Nghiem (Sister True Dedication)https://plumvillage.org/people/dharma-teachers/sister-hien-nghiem Sutrashttps://plumvillage.org/genre/sutras The Eight Realizations of Great Beings https://www.parallax.org/product/the-eight-realizations-of-great-beings Dharma Talks: ‘Manas Consciousness, Teachings on Buddhist Psychology Retreat, 1997'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/manas-consciousness-thich-nhat-hanh-teachings-on-buddhist-psychology-retreat-1997 Mahayanahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahayana Bodhisattvahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bodhisattva Sister Chan Khonghttps://plumvillage.org/about/sister-chan-khong Martin Luther King Jr.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Luther_King_Jr. Pema Chödrönhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pema_Ch%C3%B6dr%C3%B6n ‘Recommendation'https://plumvillage.org/articles/recommendation Viktor Franklhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viktor_Frankl The Eight Realizations of Great Beings: Essential Buddhist Wisdom for Realizing Your Full Potentialhttps://plumvillage.shop/products/highlighted/new-books/the-eight-realizations-of-great-beings/ Being with Busyness: Zen Ways to Transform Overwhelm and Burnout https://www.parallax.org/product/being-with-busyness Quotes “If love is limitless and love and understanding go together, then understanding must also be limitless.” “Lower your ego, be open, change your attitude in order to receive.” “Where there is life, there is death. Where there is death, there is life.” “A very deep teaching from Thay and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. about the idea of the beloved community, which, in their few brief meetings, they discussed at length: in the ideal beloved community of Dr. King, your enemies are included. Your enemies are included. The ones currently persecuting you are included. This was an important spiritual faith and practice at the time of the Civil Rights Movement. This is the 1960s, our spiritual love should have that capacity to embrace everyone. And that is a spiritual challenge. It starts closer to home, but it really opens up. And that’s a great vision. I find it really spiritually inspiring and challenging. [it] calls me forward.” “My practice is to see everyone as human beings.” “One of the vows of a bodhisattva, of a great being, is to always shine the light of openness, the light that everyone has inside of them: a seed of love and a seed of compassion.” “There are going to be times when we recognize that, ‘Right now, my heart is not the size of the great ocean. It’s literally a puddle.' If I allow many people to walk around that puddle, it will be stirred up and become very muddy and I can’t be of service. So we have to be able to know our capacity, our limits, and to not feel that this is something to be attained in one day, in one month, in one year, but that it requires a lifetime of cultivation.” “When we are angry, we’re not clear, we’re not compassionate, and we don’t carry out our profession well.” “The past was wrong, we know that. But what can we do now? Starting today, how can we reset this?” “When there’s not enough love around, there’s not enough understanding, everybody feels unsafe; everybody is always on guard. And when we’re on guard, we stop looking at each other as an opportunity for connecting as humanity. It’s just fear.” “One can only overcome anger with kindness. One can only conquer evil with good. One can only win over the miser with generosity. One can only convince the liar with truth.” “True, full, deep Buddhism is grounded in a real awareness of economic realities and economic systems. So, when someone has hatred and anger, there may be many causes and conditions, including poverty. But we don’t blame or punish or condemn people for struggling with that; we bring great compassion and understanding.” “Although you are in the world, try not to be caught up in worldly matters. A monastic, for example, has in their possession only three robes and one bowl. They live simply in order to practice the way. Their precepts keep them free from attachment to worldly things, and they treat everyone equally and with compassion.” “Each day is a chance to contribute good thinking, speech, and action into the world, whether we’re monastic or not.” “The more we consume and the more we think that we can find our happiness in consuming, the more we are destroying the Earth. The more we are climbing over each other for status and fame and power and influence and all these other things, the more, ultimately, we’re creating suffering and exploitation around us. And it's endless. The consequences of human cravings are that the more we lose ourselves in these sense-pleasures, the less we’re really awake to and aware of the actual, very real, tangible suffering that we are perpetuating upon each other and upon the planet.” “Maybe the most important thing we can do in our life is cultivate the energy of mindfulness, compassion, understanding, and harmony in our lives and relationships.” “We’re all living in this crazy world. And how can we live in the world and not be too shaped and imprinted by it, but instead find our freedom within it and really live in line with our values? I want to put out a rallying call: don’t settle for anything less. Life is so short. Life is so precious. How can we make these choices really intentionally? How do we want to live in a way that’s in line with these values, and what radical choices can we make to put what’s most meaningful and important first?” “Simplicity is a keyword for living simply, leanly, and lightly – not living simply, leanly, and lightly, and then taking loads of photos and posting them on social media and being like, ‘Look at my highly curated simple life.' That’s not what we’re talking about. It’s how to simplify what we’re doing, what we need, and what we’re in pursuit of in order to show up fully in the moments of our life; to be able to slow down and live this precious life deeply. And that is already an act of resistance.” “The simple moments of life are enough. And I feel that this word ‘simplicity' is the real takeaway from this realization of how we can bring this quote-unquote monastic awakening into our daily life. And it takes courage because everyone is trying to make it complicated for us, including our loved ones. So it takes real courage to keep it simple.”

This is a book-packed episode! Because we had not recorded a regular episode in a month due to our annual top ten with Russell (see Episode 225), we had a pile-up of books to discuss. But first, we share our LISTENER TOP TEN reads of 2024. There were several ties, so we had a top fourteen list. The first three books were not tied, and each received a substantial number of votes to place them in the TOP TEN. Chris and Emily both enjoy ushering in the new year with nonfiction. Our “Just Read” segment includes several self-help/self-improvement titles. The fiction we've read ranges from literary fiction, thrillers, horror, and a classic. Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout by Cal Newport Getting Unstuck: Breaking Your Habitual Patterns and Encountering Naked Reality by Pema Chödrön The Book of Shadow Work: Unlock the True You: The Must-Have Guide to Inner Healing and Authenticity by Keila Shaheen Speak to Me of Home by Jeanine Cummins The Last Room on the Left by Leah Konen The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy Lucy Undying: A Dracula Novel by Kiersten White The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern by Lynda Cohen Loigman The Militia House by John Milas Heartwood by Amity Gaige A Son at the Front by Edith Wharton What Are You Going Through by Sigrid Nunez We also had some fabulous Biblio Adventures to recap, including a joint jaunt to the gorgeous Providence Athenaeum, the featured image for this episode. The Zoom conversation for our first quarter readalong of Shirley Jackson's THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE is coming up on February 16th. We also invite you to read the THE PENGUIN BOOK OF GHOST STORIES with us this year. Listen to the episode for details, or check out the show notes. Thanks for listening!

  About the Author: Pema Chödrön, born Deirdre Blomfield-Brown in New York City in 1936, is one of the most influential spiritual teachers in the West. A former teacher and wife, her life transformed after a series of personal challenges, including a painful divorce, which led her to explore Tibetan Buddhism. She became a student of Lama Chime Rinpoche in the French Alps and was later ordained as a Buddhist nun in London by the Sixteenth Karmapa. Under the guidance of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, she deepened her practice and teaching. Pema is the director emeritus of Gampo Abbey, the first Tibetan Buddhist monastery for Westerners, in Nova Scotia, Canada. She is a prolific author, known for works like When Things Fall Apart and The Places That Scare You, which explore mindfulness, compassion, and resilience. Her teachings emphasize finding liberation through vulnerability and embracing life's challenges as opportunities for growth. About the Book: In How We Live Is How We Die, Pema Chödrön invites readers to explore the Tibetan Buddhist teachings on the bardo, the transitional state between death and rebirth. As a side note, Buddhism embraces the concept of reincarnation. These teachings highlight how the impermanent nature of life mirrors the bardo experience and how the way we live daily reflects how we will face life's ultimate transition—death. In essence, she's saying that the gap between birth and death is what we call life. She contends that by cultivating mindfulness, compassion, and acceptance of birth, life and death, we can navigate the uncertainties of life and death with a calm state of grace and wisdom. My personal take on this topic? I think it's important in some way to acknowledge and accept the reality of death in order to live your life fully in preparation for it. Make Sense?   Important: I encourage you all to read these books or listen to them on Audible. My hope is that these short form synopsis's will awaken you to some great books to put on your list.   Contact Pema Chodron: https://pemachodronfoundation.org How We Live Is How We Die Book: https://amzn.to/4fOPllH   Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast: This podcast covers topics that expand human consciousness and performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works and that perception is a subjective and acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. Makes Sense Mondays is LIVE STREAMED weekly on Mondays at 8am est on Facebook, Linkedin, and Youtube   These episodes get edited and cleaned up for the MAKES SENSE with Dr. JC Doornick PODCAST for your listening pleasure.   PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast.   FOLLOW the NEW Podcast - You will find a "Follow" button top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=09e1725487d6484e    Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where i get all these topics for almost 15 years? I have learned to read at almost 4 times faster with 10X retention from Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon   OUR SPONSORS: - Makes Sense Academy: Enjoy the show and consider joining our psychological safe haven and environment where you can begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about - The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level where. Come relax, reestablish and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com   I have been using Streamyard for years now and it is simply the easiest and most efficient platform ever for live streaming and recording video content. Check itout. You will be happy you did. https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6657951207522304     Highlights: 0:00 - Intro 1:14 - How we live is how we die 2:12 - About the author? Pema Chodron 4:21 - The Bardo 6:50 - Lessons and Takeaways 9:12 - Living Mindfully 13:40 - The power of letting go? 14:54 - Making Transitions Sacred 16:10 - Sacred Moments 17:46 - Integrating daily practices for resilience 19:18 - Closing Reflections

Welcome to episode 82 of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives. This installment sees Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and leadership coach/journalist Jo Confino joined by Zen Buddhist nun Sister True Dedication to discuss the Eight Realizations of Great Beings. This ancient Buddhist sutra provides guidance on overcoming suffering, putting an end to misunderstandings and difficulties, and making progress towards or even attaining enlightenment: “leaving behind the world of birth and death, [and] dwelling forever in peace”.In this, the first of two parts, the three contributors explore the first four realizations, which cover the impermanence of all things, the suffering caused by desire, the tendency of the mind to seek fulfillment outside of itself, and the importance of diligent practice to transform unwholesome mental states. Their conversation also touches upon the relevance of these teachings for modern life and the need for a balanced approach that combines inner work and outward service; the value of community; and a non-judgmental approach to one’s own mind and body as key to the Buddhist path of understanding and love. Co-produced by the Plum Village App:https://plumvillage.app/   And Global Optimism:https://globaloptimism.com/ With support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation:https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/ List of resources Interbeinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interbeing Sister Hien Nghiem (Sister True Dedication)https://plumvillage.org/people/dharma-teachers/sister-hien-nghiem Sutrashttps://plumvillage.org/genre/sutras The Eight Realizations of Great Beings https://www.parallax.org/product/the-eight-realizations-of-great-beings Dharmakayahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dharmak%C4%81ya Pali Canonhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pali_Canon Parthian Empirehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parthian_Empire Sister Jinahttps://plumvillage.shop/authors/sister-jina-van-hengel/ ‘The Three Dharma Seals'https://www.parallax.org/mindfulnessbell/article/the-three-dharma-seals/ Dharma Talks: ‘The Five Remembrances' https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/the-five-remembrances-sr-thuan-nghiem-spring-retreat-2018-05-17 Brother Phap Linh (Brother Spirit)https://www.instagram.com/brotherspirit Mahayanahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahayana ‘Three Resources Explaining the Plum Village Tradition of Lazy Days'https://plumvillage.app/three-resources-explaining-the-plum-village-tradition-of-lazy-days/Dharma Talks: ‘The Noble Eightfold Path'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/the-noble-eightfold-path Pema Chödrönhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pema_Ch%C3%B6dr%C3%B6n Bodhisattvahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bodhisattva Quotes “When we talk about non-self in Buddhism, it is to understand that we cannot exist by ourselves. That is non-self in a nutshell.” “Those things we might hold on to as important are also impermanent. In this realization we’re touching both the good news and the challenge: the good news of impermanence and the challenge of impermanence. So those things that are causing great injustice, hardship, suffering, fear, and despair: they are impermanent. That can give us some relief when we really look into the broad scale of things and the broad scale of time. But, also, things we cherish are impermanent. The house that we saved up to build, to renovate, to take care of – where will that house be in two thousand years' time? In twenty thousand years' time? We can pour our whole heart into a project – but where will that project be in ten thousand years? And this is an important contemplation, because it’s one of the unlocking keys in Buddhism. Everything is a formation, made of other parts, but we grasp on to and we hold on to these things and we sacrifice our life and our happiness, our present moment, and our relationships chasing after those things, investing in those things – and we lose the wonders of the present moment.” “If you look at the global situation, it can be quite easy to despair. But if you look at your local community and what you can do, that can be very empowering.” “What gets me up and what continues to motivate me is that we are developing and nurturing the continued spiritual tradition that we have received.” “In Buddhism we have this line, ‘The mind is a field to be cultivated.' There are seeds and we have to take care of the ones that come up as weeds and the ones that will come up as good things that can nourish us.” “You are the guardian of this body; you better be careful how you handle all those impulses, because, left unhandled, they lead to this impulsive, short-sighted behavior which is the root of suffering and injustice in the world. So both our body and mind are something for us to take care of.” “The mind is an organ. It’s an uncultivated organ until we become really familiar with it and learn how to take care of it with a lot of compassion and understanding.” “All hardships in daily life arise from greed and desire. Those with little desire and ambition are able to relax their body and mind, free from entanglement.” “You can lose your practice in your monastic life very easily if there is no deeper desire to have the impact of change, of compassion, of love, and of transformation.” “We’re always picking up what’s going on outside, but often not actually listening at all to what’s going on inside.” “If we generate joy inside of ourselves it naturally flows into the world.” “The fourth realization is the awareness that indolence is an obstacle to practice.” “What I love about Buddhism is that Buddhism loves lists. We often say this. And we also love repetition.” “There are things that we think are important but actually aren't, and they’re taking our time and energy from a deep pursuit of something inside that can really unlock understanding of suffering, can really unlock insight and help us live a deeper, more meaningful, healing, and loving life.” “The main point here is: guard your mind and feed your mind good things, and apply effort every day, every week.” “The fire of birth and death is raging; this is something we are bearing witness to as humans on this planet. And simply how I consume and take that in is a cultivation of the mind – so I don’t want to have a lazy mind, an indolent mind, when I’m reading the news. It’s not that the news is happening to me.” “When we say that we observe what is happening in the mind, this mere recognition is already a power, because we’re saying, ‘I am more than this thing'.”

Sarah's diving into more of your insightful questions about difficult relationships, anxiety in uncertain times, and providing support from afar. She offers heartfelt advice on staying grounded, emphasizes self-care, and explores the universal struggles we all face. Tune in for compassionate guidance and actionable tips on staying calm and connected.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/This Changes Everything Voicemail: Send in your question by calling or texting ‪(313) 338-8828‬Sarah's Recommendations:What Happened to You? by Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Bruce PerryThe Places That Scare You by Pema ChödrönThe Gift of Fear by Gavin de BeckerOption B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam GrantGet 15% off LolaVie with the code CHANGES15 at https://www.lolavie.com/CHANGES15 #lolaviepodTo get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/TCEDISCLAIMER: This podcast offers information for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a qualified mental health provider for medical or mental health concerns. The host, guests, and network disclaim responsibility for any decisions or actions you make based on information provided by this podcast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we are re-releasing a classic episode from the Go Help Yourself archives!In this episode, originally released in 2019, Misty and Lisa review When Things Fall Apart – Heart Advice For Difficult Times by Pema Chödrön.Pema is an American Tibetan Buddhist. She is an ordained nun, acharya and disciple of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche. Chödrön is the principal teacher at Gampo Abbey in Nova Scotia, Canada.Pema is interested in helping establish the monastic tradition in the West, as well in continuing her work with Buddhists of all traditions, sharing ideas and teachings. She has written several books: “The Wisdom of No Escape”, “Start Where You Are”, “When Things Fall Apart”, “The Places that Scare You”, “No Time to Lose” and “Practicing Peace in Times of War”, and most recently, “Smile at Fear”. Lisa and Misty talk about the first seven chapters in this first part of two-parter When Things Fall Apart book review, including:IntroductionIntimacy with FearWhen Things Fall ApartThis Very Moment Is the Perfect TeacherRelax As It IsIt's Never Too LateNot Causing HarmHopelessness and DeathReal uplifting stuff!If you like what you're hearing, you can purchase the book here.You can visit the Pema Chödrön Foundation website here!Listen to our Part 2 episode here!And don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Go Help Yourself! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Whether you're going through a breakup, divorce, job loss or grieving a loved one this episode is for you. Sometimes when we think we're at our breaking point life throws us yet another huge curve ball. In this episode, Katie shares advice gleaned from recent and past heartbreaks to support you in your darkest moments. Learn breathing practices to process your feelings and find the meaning in your heartbreak so you can come out stronger on the other side! Thank you to our girlfriends PAAVANI Ayurveda for sponsoring this episode! PAAVANI is women-owned and sources organic ingredients to create their mindfully formulated herbal offerings. Use the discount code “SpiritSessions” for 10% off your order at paavaniayurveda.com!   In this episode, you'll hear: ~ How to deal with heartbreak ~ The opportunity within heartbreak ~ Letting go of the illusion of control ~ Lessons about heartbreak from Pema Chödrön ~ Opening to uncomfortable feelings without wallowing in them ~ Breathing practices to process heartbreak ~ The ancient Buddhist practice of Thong Lyn ~ Early bird pricing for the 2025 class of our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School is ending soon! Register here before October 31, 2024, to get the lowest price of the year! Other links and sources mentioned in this episode: ~ The work of Dr. Spavoda ~ 1st Poem: “Absolutely Clear” by Hafez Shirazi ~ 2nd Poem: “The Sea and the Bells” by Pablo Neruda ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy is available now! Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Teaching a nature retreat amidst softly chirping birds and cooling rain, Jack, Pema Chödrön, and Ajahn Sumedho illuminate joyful insights of monastic life.This 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."Mostly what draws people to monastic life in the healthiest and best sense is its joy." – Jack KornfieldIn this special outdoor retreat, Jack, Pema Chödrön, and Ajahn Sumedho explore:Chanting the powerful seed syllable mantra, "Ah"Joys and misconceptions of monastic life in modern timesWhy someone would take vows and become a monk or nuKabir's poetry, being human, and walking the spiritual pathSexuality and celibacy in spiritual communitiesRelating to both ultimate and relative realityDealing with the body in physically taxing situationsWorking with injustice, inequality, and hierarchy within monasteries and spiritual institutionsThe nature of change and how our present creates our futureOpen-heartedness and open-mindednessLiving the Dharma every second of our existenceLetting our issues be our teachersA surprise Q&A appearance from Heart Wisdom family, Brother David Steindl-Rast, along with Ajahn Sundara, and Sister Columba"Quite clearly the future is the result of how we work with our minds now. To the degree that we open our hearts and minds to the present moment, that creates our future." – Pema Chödrön"I like to reflect that the Buddha only taught two things: suffering and the end of suffering." – Ajahn SumedhoAbout Pema Chödrön:Pema Chödrön is a Buddhist teacher in the lineage of Chögyam Trungpa. She served as the director of Karma Dzong, in Boulder, until moving in 1984 to rural Cape Breton, Nova Scotia to be the director of Gampo Abbey. Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche asked her to work towards the establishment of a monastery for western monks and nuns. Check out her new book, How We Live Is How We Die, and learn more at PemaChodronFoundation.orgAbout Ajahn Sumedho:Ajahn Sumedho is a prominent teacher in the Thai Forest Tradition of Theravāda Buddhism. He was ordained in 1967, trained under Ajahn Chah, and has been instrumental in helping bring Buddha's teachings to the West. Learn more about Ajahn Sumedho in Teachings of a Buddhist Monk, including a forward by Jack.This Dharma Talk recorded on 5/26/1990 on the land which would become Spirit Rock Meditation Center was originally published on DharmaSeed.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Original Air Date: September 22, 2021Oprah says in order to experience life, you've got to start asking life's big questions. Each person on earth is charting their own spiritual course. Your soul is as unique as your fingerprint. And the journey to connect to the deepest part of yourself can only be explored by you. As long as you're asking the right questions, the answers will readily reveal themselves. Most of Oprah's Super Soul conversations end with a series of “big questions.” This podcast is a compilation of answers to those  questions from such legendary teachers as: Jack Kornfield, Elizabeth Lesser, Diana Nyad, Arianna Huffington, India.Arie, Mark Nepo, Daniel Pink, Debbie Ford, Eckhart Tolle, Llewellyn Vaughn Lee, Thomas Moore, Pema Chödrön, Iyanla Vanzant, Devon Franklin, Sister Joan Chittister, Dr. Maya Angelou, Nate Berkus, Sarah Ban Breathnach, Gabrielle Bernstein, Charles Eisenstein, President Jimmy Carter, Shonda Rhimes, Jack Canfield, Pastor Wintley Phipps, Pastor A. R. Bernard, Shaka Senghor, Cheryl Strayed, Tracy Morgan, Dr. Christiane Northrup, Timothy Shriver, Louis Schwartzberg and Gretchen Rubin. They all recommend taking time to ask yourself those same big life questions. Answering them just might change your life. Interviews with these talented writers, speakers and thought leaders are excerpted from her Emmy Award-winning show Super Soul Sunday. You can also find this compilation and other insightful conversations, in Oprah's best-selling book “The Wisdom of Sundays.” Want more podcasts from OWN? Visit https://bit.ly/OWNPods  You can also watch Oprah's Super Soul, The Oprah Winfrey Show and more of your favorite OWN shows on your TV! Visit https://bit.ly/find_OWN   

Original Air Date: January 6, 2021Oprah Winfrey says that she didn't understand the true meaning of ego until she met Eckhart Tolle. He opened her eyes to how an ego-based mind can sabotage everything. Initially she thought ego meant arrogance or superiority. But now she sees it's the part of us that identifies as our personality, our accomplishments, our talents, essentially the false self. The key to continued spiritual growth is to understand the ego's disruptive role in our lives. In this Super Soul podcast Oprah talks with Eckhart Tolle, Wayne Dyer, Father Richard Rohr, Brené Brown, Dr. Shefali, Jack Canfield, Jeff Weiner, Phil Jackson, Pema Chödrön about the many challenges the ego presents and what we can do to stay on track. These talented writers, speakers and thought leaders have been featured on her Emmy Award-winning show Super Soul Sunday. You can also find this compilation and other insightful conversations in her New York Times best-selling book The Wisdom of Sundays. Want more podcasts from OWN? Visit https://bit.ly/OWNPodsYou can also watch Oprah's Super Soul, The Oprah Winfrey Show and more of your favorite OWN shows on your TV! Visit https://bit.ly/find_OWN  

Original Air Date: April 7, 2021Your life is always speaking to you in whispers, guiding you to your next right step. In many situations, the whisper is also the first warning. It's a quiet nudge from deep within saying, Hmmm, something feels off. A small voice that tells you, “This is no longer your place of belonging.” It's the pit in your stomach, or the pause before you speak. It's the shiver, the goosebumps that raise the hairs on the back of your neck. Whatever form the whisper takes, it's not a coincidence. Your life is trying to tell you something. Heeding these signs can open the doors to your personal evolution, pushing you toward your life's purpose. Ignoring them or sleepwalking through your life, is an invitation to chaos. In this Super Soul podcast, Oprah sits down with such gifted writers and thought leaders as Dani Shapiro, Caroline Myss, Adyashanti, Shauna Niequist, Jon Kabat Zinn, Cheryl Strayed, Pema Chödrön, Amy Purdy, John Lewis, Wes Moore, Kerry Washington and Thomas Moore. Interviews with these talented writers, speakers and thought leaders are excerpted from Oprah's Emmy Award-winning show Super Soul Sunday. You can also find this compilation and other insightful conversations, in Oprah's best-selling book, The Path Made Clear. Want more podcasts from OWN? Visit https://bit.ly/OWNPodsYou can also watch Oprah's Super Soul, The Oprah Winfrey Show and more of your favorite OWN shows on your TV! Visit https://bit.ly/find_OWN