Podcasts about right view

On this episode, Brian continues our study of the Four Noble Truths as presented by Ajahn Sumedho beginning the final section on the Fourth Noble Truth, Right View and Right Intention. The Four Noble Truths offer us a profound means to understand the nature of our own experience. Details can be found on the Classes page of the website along with a link to Ajahn Sumedho's (free) book. We will be working through this material over the next several weeks.   Should you have any questions, or wish to join us via Zoom, please Contact us via our website.    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.  

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When was the last time you were truly content? Not "fine." Not "doing okay." Truly at peace, with nothing missing and nothing to chase?If you had to think about it for more than a second, this video is for you.The Four Noble Truths are the heart of the Buddha's teaching — and one of the most misunderstood teachings in the world. They are not commandments. They are not a creed. They are a diagnosis of the human condition, and a treatment plan, from a teacher who described himself not as a god but as a physician.In this episode, we walk slowly through all four — what they actually mean, where the common translations go sideways, and how to begin applying them in an ordinary life with bills, group chats, traffic, and a phone that will not stop buzzing. No incense required.By the end, you'll have a clear understanding of:– What dukkha actually is (and why "suffering" is a weak translation)– The three flavors of craving driving most of your daily restlessness– What the Buddha meant by the cessation of suffering — and what he definitely didn't mean– The Noble Eightfold Path, demystified– One simple practice you can begin tonight, before you sleepIf this was useful, please share it with someone you love. Subscribe so you don't miss the next one — we'll be going deeper into the Eightfold Path, beginning with Right View.May you be well. May you be safe. May you be at ease.#Buddhism #FourNobleTruths #Dharma #Mindfulness #Meditation #BuddhistTeaching #Dukkha #EightfoldPath #SpiritualPractice #InnerPeace

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) Right View is seeing in a way that aligns with reality. It is not a static belief or fixed opinion, but an ongoing, dynamic, experiential alignment with what is true. Right View brings the mind and heart into harmony, like a wheel properly set on its axle. With Right View comes clarity. We begin to see the distortions caused by clinging, greed, hatred, and delusion, and that seeing empowers us to act in ways that reduce suffering. One of the most important teachings on wise view, the Sammādiṭṭhi Sutta (MN 9), offers a simple organizing principle—a kind of Dhamma algorithm—that, when practiced, can lead to greater well-being, deeper wisdom, and ultimately freedom from grief, sorrow, lamentation, dukkha, and distress. The slides referenced in the talk can be found at https://links.gullusingh.com/e005e6

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) Right View is seeing in a way that aligns with reality. It is not a static belief or fixed opinion, but an ongoing, dynamic, experiential alignment with what is true. Right View brings the mind and heart into harmony, like a wheel properly set on its axle. With Right View comes clarity. We begin to see the distortions caused by clinging, greed, hatred, and delusion, and that seeing empowers us to act in ways that reduce suffering. One of the most important teachings on wise view, the Sammādiṭṭhi Sutta (MN 9), offers a simple organizing principle—a kind of Dhamma algorithm—that, when practiced, can lead to greater well-being, deeper wisdom, and ultimately freedom from grief, sorrow, lamentation, dukkha, and distress. The slides referenced in the talk can be found at https://links.gullusingh.com/e005e6

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) Right View is seeing in a way that aligns with reality. It is not a static belief or fixed opinion, but an ongoing, dynamic, experiential alignment with what is true. Right View brings the mind and heart into harmony, like a wheel properly set on its axle. With Right View comes clarity. We begin to see the distortions caused by clinging, greed, hatred, and delusion, and that seeing empowers us to act in ways that reduce suffering. One of the most important teachings on wise view, the Sammādiṭṭhi Sutta (MN 9), offers a simple organizing principle—a kind of Dhamma algorithm—that, when practiced, can lead to greater well-being, deeper wisdom, and ultimately freedom from grief, sorrow, lamentation, dukkha, and distress. The slides referenced in the talk can be found at https://links.gullusingh.com/e005e6

This week's theme is "Right View" of the Eightfold Path. How do our views shape the way we meet ourselves, each other, and the world? Right View invites us to see suffering, its causes, and the possibility of freedom more clearly. Join us with Hiro in exploring these themes. Right View Young Urban Zen

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Send us Fan MailThe first two factors of the Noble Eightfold Path are the wisdom factors of Right View and Right Intention.  As we practice meditation and bring our practice to life, we gain “wisdom” which refines our view. But what is wisdom really and do we know when we have it?Jon and Doug have a lively and mostly wise discussionSupport the showGo to our website to leave a comment, buy us a coffee, or see further notes and links:  https://digginthedharma.com/

Apr 26, 2026 MN 9 Sammaditthi Sutta What perspective is needed to view the world? A lesson on Dependent Origination

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Part 4 (the finale) is here! This week on Tangible Truth Podcast with Susan & Friends, we're wrapping up our April series: “Our Relationship with Our Bodies.”Through this series, Susan & Rashel have opened up about walking with the Lord through seasons of struggle, the lies the enemy tries to plant about our bodies, and the practical ways we can fight back with truth.And now—we're closing it out by answering these questions:What does a right and healthy relationship with our bodies look like?What does God think about our bodies?What is His design and purpose for our bodies?If you've ever wrestled with these questions, we hope this episode is an encouragement to you and helps lead you into reflection, truth, and healing. 

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Lara is joined by former RNC national spokesperson Elizabeth Pipko and host of The Danielle Gill Show Danielle Gill for a panel discussion on some of the biggest political stories of the week. The panel begins with a discussion of the ongoing conflict involving Iran and the broader implications for global security. The conversation turns to why many voices on the left, including prominent feminist organizations, have remained silent about the treatment of the Iranian women’s soccer team. The ladies also discuss the importance of maintaining a secure border during periods of heightened international tension and the risks of potential terrorist threats within the United States. They react to the attempted terrorist attack in New York City and examine how some political figures, including Mamdani, have attempted to spin the situation. Goldco: The #1 Rated Precious Metals Company – Visit https://Laralikesgold.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(Group Learning Program) - Chapter 4 - The Four Noble Truths: Establishing Right View at Wat Tung YuFor anyone interested to explore and study The Path to Enlightenment, one must begin with a deep understanding of The Four Noble Truths.The Four Noble Truths is the first discourse offered by Gotama Buddha as his very first Teaching upon him attaining Enlightenment as The Fully Perfectly Enlightened Buddha.The Four Noble Truths is the core understanding required to establish “Right View”. Right View gives a Practitioner's mind the foundation in which to apply all the other Teachings and practices taught by Gotama Buddha. A Practitioner would have no ability to attain Enlightenment unless they learned, reflected, and practiced The Four Noble Truths to establish “Right View”.In this Podcast, David will share The Four Noble Truths explaining the noble truth of discontentedness, the noble truth of the cause of discontentedness, the noble truth of the elimination of discontentedness, the noble truth of the way leading to the elimination of discontentedness to help you establish Right View.——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://mailchi.mp/f958c59262eb/buddhadailywisdomThe Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://mailchi.mp/6bb4fdf2b6e0/palicanonstudyprogramFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DailyWisdom999YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyWisdom999Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/buddhadailywisdom/Support our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #enlightenment #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse

In this conversation, Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor Nicholas Buscall and I explore why establishing a “good view”—a clear, grounded orientation to what meditation is (and isn't)—can make practice safer, steadier, and more transformative. We talk about how meditation training can drift into confusion or unhelpful striving, and how a therapist's perspective and regular check-ins can help you track your development, notice red flags early, and keep practice aligned with well-being, values, and real-world functioning.

In this episode, Lara sits down with Dan Schneider to discuss the growing movement to protect children from the dangers of social media and smart devices. They break down the mounting scientific evidence showing how phones, tablets, and addictive apps negatively impact brain development, attention spans, and mental health in children and teenagers. Lara and Dan examine the legal and ethical questions facing Big Tech, including whether companies like Meta and YouTube intentionally engineered addictive algorithms to keep young users engaged for as long as possible Lara is joined by syndicated radio host Chris Plante for a wide-ranging conversation about the GOP’s strategy heading into the midterms. They discuss why President Trump must clearly and consistently highlight his administration’s accomplishments from the first year and how messaging will be critical in motivating voters. Lara and Chris examine the debate over voter ID laws, listing the many countries around the world that require identification to vote and questioning why Democrats continue to oppose similar measures in the United States. They also dive into the state of the American education system, arguing that progressive policies have undermined standards and accountability in schools across the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(Group Learning Program) - The Eight Fold Path - Wisdom (Part 1 of 3) at Wat Tung YuThe Eight Fold Path is "The Path to Enlightenment" and can be organized into three (3) distinct sections. This class is Part 1 of a three (3) part series to describe The Path to Enlightenment in detail so that you can learn and practice The Teachings that will guide you to the Enlightened mind.In this Podcast, David will share Right View and Right Intention which comprise the section of The Eight Fold Path described as "Wisdom".——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://mailchi.mp/f958c59262eb/buddhadailywisdomThe Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://mailchi.mp/6bb4fdf2b6e0/palicanonstudyprogramFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DailyWisdom999YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyWisdom999Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/buddhadailywisdom/Support our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #enlightenment #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse

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A right view of God is probably a lot bigger than your current view! Andrew Heard takes us through the book of Job, to see the bigger view of God and how this should shape our lives.

Dec 28, 2025 Right View and Sila AN 1.306-309

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Sep 21, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchDo you think living by the Ten Commandments is enough to be right with God? What about the other 603 laws in the Old Testament? In this powerful message, Pastor Neil McClendon unpacks Jesus's statement that He came not to abolish the law, but to fulfill it. The sermon reveals how a "rules-based" relationship with God will always leave us condemned, and how true righteousness comes only through Jesus ChristThis message will help you understand:  • Think Properly (v. 17)  • Understand Deeply (v. 18)  • Teach Rightly (v. 19)  • Hear Clearly (v. 20)To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here

Peace as a result of virtue vs peace of the right viewWhat, apart from virtue and sense restraint is required for right view?How to keep the practice aliveIf you wish to support our work, the Hillside Hermitage Sangha and this channel you are very welcome to do so via: ⁠⁠https://www.hillsidehermitage.org/support-us/⁠

Don't Waste Our OpportunityText: 2 Corinthians 5:10–210. The Reality of the Judgment Seat (v. 10)For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil.Believers' judgment is not for condemnation (Romans 8:1 makes that clear).This judgment is unto reward—the Bema Seat of Christ.Rewards will vary; greater faithfulness in following Christ will result in greater reward.This reality should fuel urgency in how we live and serve now.1. The Fear of the Lord Fuels Our Mission (v. 11)Right View of God – Most people, even believers, lack a healthy, reverent fear of God.RC Sproul: “A healthy, reverent fear of Christ's displeasure at the choices we often make is a healthy corrective.”Fear leads to wise choices – A balanced, reverential fear inspires holiness and accountability.Persuading Others – Not manipulation, but heartfelt appeal to accept the gospel.2. Why We're Here: Making Disciples (v. 11b, Col. 1:28)Our mission: Proclaim Christ, warn, and teach with wisdom.Goal: Present everyone mature in Christ.God knows our motives—half-hearted service is not hidden from Him.3. Avoid Ministry Pride (v. 12)Not about programs or showing off ministry “success.”John MacArthur: False teachers take pride in outward appearance, not sincere hearts.Our focus: advancing Christ's Kingdom, not our image.4. Willing to Be Called Crazy (v. 13–15)Paul was seen as extreme—so will we be if we truly live for Christ.The love of Christ controls us—His death changes everything.True disciples stop living for themselves and live for the One who died and rose again.Until the cross becomes personal, our lives and loyalties won't change.5. A New Way of Seeing (v. 16–17)Salvation is a total transformation—we are new creations.The old is gone; the new has come.New life means new priorities, new purpose, new mission.6. Entrusted with the Message (v. 18–19)We are reconciled to God through Christ.God has given us the ministry of reconciliation—to tell others they can be forgiven.We are message carriers with eternal news.7. Ambassadors for the King (v. 20–21)Ambassador role: We speak on Christ's behalf—eternal stakes are on the line.This is not a casual invitation—it's a divine summons to be reconciled to God.Our mission field is not just overseas—it's across the street.8. Call to ActionStop wasting time on what doesn't matter eternally.Get serious about evangelism and discipleship.Have a big vision for your church—if you don't, who will?

This week, we're concluding a special encore series with Jamie Winship, one of the most powerful voices we've ever featured. These conversations aren't just interviews; they're invitations. Each episode is a call to trade fear for peace, performance for identity, and isolation for union with the Lord. If you've been wrestling with pain, confusion, or the ache to live from truth instead of striving, don't miss this mini-series. It's time to unlearn the lies that keep you stuck and rediscover the wholeness you were made for. July 16: Turning Chaos into Opportunity July 23: The Lie of Being Alone, Radical Individualism, and Why Pain is Good July 30: Why Separation Creates Suffering, the Necessary Practice of Self-Emptying, and a Right View of God Then join me August 6 for a brand-new conversation with communication expert and viral voice of reason, Jefferson Fisher. Episode Links Buy my NEW BOOK "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

(Group Learning Program) - Chapter 4 - The Four Noble Truths: Establishing Right ViewFor anyone interested to explore and study The Path to Enlightenment, one must begin with a deep understanding of The Four Noble Truths.The Four Noble Truths is the first discourse offered by Gotama Buddha as his very first Teaching upon him attaining Enlightenment as The Fully Perfectly Enlightened Buddha.The Four Noble Truths is the core understanding required to establish “Right View”. Right View gives a Practitioner's mind the foundation in which to apply all the other Teachings and practices taught by Gotama Buddha. A Practitioner would have no ability to attain Enlightenment unless they learned, reflected, and practiced The Four Noble Truths to establish “Right View”.In this Podcast, David will share The Four Noble Truths explaining the noble truth of discontentedness, the noble truth of the cause of discontentedness, the noble truth of the elimination of discontentedness, the noble truth of the way leading to the elimination of discontentedness to help you establish Right View.——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://mailchi.mp/f958c59262eb/buddhadailywisdomThe Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://mailchi.mp/6bb4fdf2b6e0/palicanonstudyprogramFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DailyWisdom999YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyWisdom999Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/buddhadailywisdom/Support our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #enlightenment #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse

(Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge) In this talk, Shaila Catherine explores right view and addresses the danger of attaching to a position, philosophy, belief, or opinion. Primary sources that inspired this talk include suttas numbered 72 and 74 the Middle Length discourses. By recognizing the problems created by clinging to beliefs and opinions, we choose instead to bring mindfulness to our direct experience and investigate what is actually happening in this present encounter with mind and body. This pragmatic path of mindful investigation leads to liberation.

(Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge) In this talk, Shaila Catherine explores right view and addresses the danger of attaching to a position, philosophy, belief, or opinion. Primary sources that inspired this talk include suttas numbered 72 and 74 the Middle Length discourses. By recognizing the problems created by clinging to beliefs and opinions, we choose instead to bring mindfulness to our direct experience and investigate what is actually happening in this present encounter with mind and body. This pragmatic path of mindful investigation leads to liberation.

We're continuing a special encore series with Jamie Winship, one of the most powerful voices we've ever featured. These conversations aren't just interviews; they're invitations. Each episode is a call to trade fear for peace, performance for identity, and isolation for union with the Lord. If you've been wrestling with pain, confusion, or the ache to live from truth instead of striving, don't miss this mini-series. It's time to unlearn the lies that keep you stuck and rediscover the wholeness you were made for. July 16: Turning Chaos into Opportunity July 23: The Lie of Being Alone, Radical Individualism, and Why Pain is Good July 30: Why Separation Creates Suffering, the Necessary Practice of Self-Emptying, and a Right View of God Then join me on August 6 for a brand-new conversation with communication expert and viral voice of reason, Jefferson Fisher. Episode Links Buy my NEW BOOK "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

For the next three weeks, we're diving into a special encore series with Jamie Winship, one of the most powerful voices we've ever featured. These conversations aren't just interviews; they're invitations. Each episode is a call to trade fear for peace, performance for identity, and isolation for union with the Lord. If you've been wrestling with pain, confusion, or the ache to live from truth instead of striving, don't miss this mini-series. It's time to unlearn the lies that keep you stuck and rediscover the wholeness you were made for. July 16: Turning Chaos into Opportunity July 23: The Lie of Being Alone, Radical Individualism, and Why Pain is Good July 30: Why Separation Creates Suffering, the Necessary Practice of Self-Emptying, and a Right View of God Then join me on August 6 for a brand-new conversation with communication expert and viral voice of reason, Jefferson Fisher. Episode Links Buy my NEW BOOK "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "Right View Comes First"

A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "Virtue & Right View"

(Group Learning Program) - The Eight Fold Path - Wisdom (Part 1 of 3)The Eight Fold Path is "The Path to Enlightenment" and can be organized into three (3) distinct sections. This class is Part 1 of a three (3) part series to describe The Path to Enlightenment in detail so that you can learn and practice The Teachings that will guide you to the Enlightened mind. In this Podcast, David will share Right View and Right Intention which comprise the section of The Eight Fold Path described as "Wisdom".——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://mailchi.mp/f958c59262eb/buddhadailywisdomThe Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://mailchi.mp/6bb4fdf2b6e0/palicanonstudyprogramFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DailyWisdom999YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyWisdom999Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/buddhadailywisdom/Support our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #enlightenment #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse

In this episode, I share the audio recording of a Dharma talk I gave during one of our Sunday Zoom calls. The topic is Right View, the first step on the Buddhist Eightfold Path. Inspired by the book Nexus by Yuval Noah Harari, I explore the nature of truth and how we relate to it in our everyday lives.I talk about three distinct types of truth—objective, subjective, and intersubjective—and how understanding these can help us develop a more skillful and compassionate view of reality. Using analogies like traffic lights, tinted glasses, and even Tetris blocks, I examine how Right View isn't about having the “correct” opinion, but about recognizing our perspectives and holding them with humility and curiosity.This episode is an invitation to look more closely at how we see the world—and how a clearer view can help reduce suffering for ourselves and others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Venerable Nibbuto guides us in understanding the world and current events through the lens of Right View in Buddhism. Support us on https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa BSWA teachings are available: BSWA Teachings BSWA Podcast Channel BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel BSWA YouTube

Joseph Goldstein explores the importance of Right View and how it illuminates our lives through an openness to wisdom from many unexpected sources.The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the 40th part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into every aspect of the Satipatthana Sutta. If you are just now jumping into the Satipatthana Sutta series, listen to Insight Hour Ep. 203 to follow along and get the full experience!This time on Insight Hour, Joseph discusses:Not being attached to blind belief or blind disbelief Realizing the truth through direct experience Remaining open to wisdom from unexpected sources The possibility of a full awakening and we can develop our wisdom over timeRecognizing that there truly are many awakened beings in the worldThe aspects of Right View that may not be immediately apparentConsidering what wisdom can discover when it illuminates our experiencePromoting the good of living beings through right view How Right View is both the beginning and the ending Wrong view as the most blame-worthy of all things, according to the BuddhaHow Wrong View makes us obsess over the self (gratifying it, defending it, etc.)The great power of delusion in our minds Refining our awareness of the impermanent changing nature of the 5 aggregates (everything we experience) This episode was originally published on DharmaseedGrab a copy of the book Joseph references throughout this series, Satipaṭṭhāna: The Direct Path to Realization, HERE"We could see Right View as both the beginning and end of the path. We start with Right View—it sets the direction for us. Our practice is leading us in the right direction and then the whole path culminates in these understandings." – Joseph GoldsteinSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if the first step toward spiritual freedom wasn't about changing your life—but changing how you see it? In this talk, Rev. Lee Wolak—author of The Power in You, Zen practitioner, and Religious Science teacher—dives deep into the foundational teaching of the Eightfold Path: Right View. Right View means seeing clearly. Not through the fog of fear, not through the lens of desire, but seeing reality exactly as it is. It's the beginning of inner freedom, peace, and awakening. When we align our perception with truth instead of illusion, we gain the power to respond instead of react, to live from clarity rather than confusion. Whether you're new to Buddhism or seeking deeper insight on your spiritual journey, this teaching will challenge and inspire you to live with greater awareness, courage, and integrity. ✨ Don't just watch—wake up. #SpiritualAwakening #RightView #EightfoldPath #Mindfulness #ZenWisdom #ThePowerInYou #RevLeeWolak #SpiritualClarity #BuddhistTeachings #ConsciousLiving

Through the Buddha's teachings, Joseph Goldstein explains how developing right view allows one to become the artist of one's own life. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the 39th part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into every aspect of the Satipatthana Sutta. If you are just now jumping into the Satipatthana Sutta series, listen to Insight Hour Ep. 203 to follow along and get the full experience!In this episode, Joseph dives into:The way of practice that leads to the cessation of suffering The elements of the eightfold path (right view, right thought, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right mindfulness, right concentration)How each step on the eightfold path leads to the nextThe critical importance of right view as the precursor to all other teachingsWhat is given, what is offered, and what is sacrificed How all of our volitional actions produce a result Examining our minds and motivations The practice of acting on moments of generous impulse Becoming the artist and creator of our own lives The ways we can be attached to both our beliefs and disbeliefs Acknowledging our karmic debt for this great gift of human life This episode was originally published on DharmaseedGrab a copy of the book Joseph references throughout this series, Satipaṭṭhāna: The Direct Path to Realization, HERE“Right view is an important and essential first step on the path because it sets the direction. If we're on a journey, no matter how long or difficult the journey might be - if we're heading in the right direction and we keep on going, we will inevitably reach our destination.” – Joseph GoldsteinSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You and a Zen-inspired teacher of Religious Science, explores the transformative power of Right View, the first step on the Eightfold Path. Learn how to see life as it truly is—without illusion, judgment, or fear. Discover how conscious awareness, spiritual clarity, and the law of cause and effect can help you break free from limiting beliefs and align with your highest truth. If you're seeking deeper spiritual growth, practical enlightenment, and tools for everyday mindfulness, this video will give you the bold, direct insight you've been looking for. Start living with purpose, presence, and power. If you're on a journey of spiritual awakening, mindful living, and inner transformation, this message will guide you to embrace truth, challenge illusions, and live boldly in the now. Watch now to reconnect with your power and walk the path of conscious freedom. If you like this message and want to learn more about what is happening at Agape and get a copy of my favorite affirmation, sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations

Are you ready to transform your life by mastering the Eightfold Path? In this insightful and empowering video, we dive deep into the Eightfold Path—a timeless guide to living with clarity, purpose, and freedom. You'll learn how to cultivate Right View, Right Intention, and Right Action while aligning your thoughts, words, and choices with higher consciousness. This talk, led by Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You, strips away illusions and offers a bold, practical roadmap to reclaim your power. Whether you're seeking greater self-awareness, inner peace, or a path to spiritual growth, the Eightfold Path provides the tools to master your mind and navigate life with fearless authenticity. ✅ Discover how to see life as it truly is. ✅ Learn to align your actions with your values. ✅ Unlock the power of mindful living and intentional focus. Watch now and step boldly onto the path of transformation!