A podcast on how to study the Buddha's Teachings (Dhamma) and meditate on the Buddha's insight (knowledge) pathways from the Theravada suttas. Particular emphasis is given to lay practitioners to develop on the Buddha's Noble Eightfold Path towards full liberation. This is an offering, Dhammadāna, take what is useful to you. For videos https://bit.ly/3Dy5mKy For notifications and published documents https://bit.ly/3xg4yXQ To get in touch with a question, request or comment, you can: 1) leave ...
You are here because you believe that it is better to be a warrior in a garden, than a gardener in a war. You want to conquer your goals without sacrificing your well-being, while also enjoying the things that matter most -- like spending time with people you love and pursuing your interests without guilt. The Zen Stoic Path will guide you along the path to unshakable inner peace. You’ll be ready to conquer any challenge life throws your way -- while being peacefully present to each moment. ...
Mike GIant presents interviews, mixes, lectures, etc.
The first path factor of the Buddha’s Eightfold Noble Path is right view, also known as wise understanding. Though right view is the first of the Eightfold path factors, it represents the fruition of the succeeding seven path factors. Right view and right intention (the second path factor) together encompass supreme training in wisdom; a training designed to awaken the faculty of penetrative understanding—that which knows things as they truly are. The Buddha defined right view as understandi ...
Alan Peto hosts an informative and helpful podcast for anyone who is interested in Buddhism and beginning a Buddhist practice. Alan explains Buddhism and Buddhist teachings for beginners and westerners on his website, https://alanpeto.com, through articles, videos, infographics, and books. Contact Alan: https://alanpeto.com/contact Podcast Homepage: https://alanpeto.com/podcast Podcast Disclaimer: https://alanpeto.com/legal/podcast-disclaimer/
Wild Heart Meditation Center's podcast offers an assortment of talks given on topics as they relate to Buddhist practice. Wild Heart's guiding teacher, Andrew Chapman, along with other group facilitators share their experience with Buddhist practice, specifically offering practical teachings and instructions for our everyday, ordinary, lives.
This a podcast of short lectures by Kanjin Cederman Shonin of the Enkyoji Buddhist Network. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/support
Dharma talks and guided meditations at Against The Stream Meditation Center. Against The Stream is an American Buddhist lineage founded by Noah Levine, author of Dharma Punx, Against the Stream, Heart of the Revolution and Refuge Recovery.
Kusala Bhikshu and his Urban Dharma; an American born Buddhist monk living in Los Angeles, California. Kusala shares his understanding of Buddhism in a simple, non-technical way through stories, humor and personal insights.
This is a podcast of dharma talks given at O-An Zendo near State College, PA, a Soto Zen Buddhist Meditation Center.
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Seattle Insight Meditation Society


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Seattle Insight Meditation Society
Seattle Insight Meditation Society
Audio recordings of Buddhist teachings and discussions with local and visiting teachers of the Dhamma. Visit seattleinsight.org for more information.
Vipassana Metta Foundation strives for the cultivation of awareness through the traditional practices of Generosity, Moral Conduct, Concentration, Insight, and Lovingkindness with the understanding that liberation of the heart brings the greatest happiness which is peace.
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Commit First w/ Sagi Shrieber (Feat. Pat Flynn, John Lee Dumas, Jason Zook, Paul Jarvis, and more)


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Commit First w/ Sagi Shrieber (Feat. Pat Flynn, John Lee Dumas, Jason Zook, Paul Jarvis, and more)
Sagi Shrieber
The show that will help you on your entrepreneurial journey and improve both your mindset & strategies as well as spark your creativity and curiosity. Sagi Shieber interviews mega-successful creative entrepreneurs about the strategies, tactics, and mindset needed in order to flourish in all areas in life. Ready to roll?
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Dharma Seed - dharmaseed.org: Bhante Henepola Gunaratana's most recent Dharma talks

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Dharma Seed - dharmaseed.org: Bhante Henepola Gunaratana's most recent Dharma talks
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Bhante Henepola Gunaratana is the founding abbot of the Bhavana Society. Born in rural Sri Lanka, he has been a monk since age 12 and took full ordination at age 20 in 1947. He came to the United States in 1968. “Bhante G” (as he is fondly called by his students) has written a number of books, including the now-classic meditation manual Mindfulness In Plain English and its companion Eight Mindful Steps to Happiness. Bhante G regularly leads retreats on vipassana, mindfulness, metta (Loving-f ...
The life of the Buddha
Meditation Community
This series includes talks about Buddhism. Most of the talks are by Judith Ragir, a Zen teacher from Minnesota who studied with Dainin Katagiri Roshi for many years. Other talks are from individuals who co-led classes or retreats with Judith. For more information about Judith, visit www.judithragir.org. Related talks can be found at www.cloudsinwater.org.
Collection of Dharma Talks given by Teshin Sweger at the North Carolina Zen Center info@nczencenter.org
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Seventh Factor of the Eightfold Path with Noah Levine
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➣ ZOOM DHARMA TALKS: Sign up and participate with the sangha on Against The Stream Zoom Dharma talks HERE. ➢ ABOUT Against The Stream is a 501(c)3 non profit American Buddhist lineage founded by Noah Levine, author of Dharma Punx, Against the Stream, Heart of the Revolution and Refuge Recovery. ➢DONATE If you feel moved to donate, your donations ar…
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Seattle Insight Meditation Society


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The Eightfold Path: Sila (Ethical Behavior) and Samadhi (Concentration)
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Seventh Factor - Third Foundation - with Noah Levine
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Sutta Meditation Series


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THE TRUE GOAL OF SPIRITUAL LIFE - with meditation practice (FULL DHAMMA SESSION, Vesak Poya)
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. This is the FULL DHAMMA SESSION, conducted on VESAK POYA (15 May 2022) via zoom, on THE TRUE GOAL OF SPIRITUAL LIFE. We examine the Mahāsāropama Sutta (MN 29), which is an important teaching of the Buddha on the benefits that result from making progress in the spiritual life, which can also becom…
In this episode Mikey Noechel offers a talk and meditation on the third Brahma Vihara, sympathetic joy or mudita. Mudita is the ability to find joy in others' joy. The phrases Mikey uses for the meditation are: May your happiness grow May your happiness continue I am rooting for youBy Mikey Noechel, Wild Heart Meditation Center
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Seventh Factor - Second Foundation - with Noah Levine
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This recording was edited and prepared for publication by volunteer Aruna Bala.By Seattle Insight Meditation Society
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Sutta Meditation Series


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DHAMMA-FOLLOWER, FAITH-FOLLOWER & STREAM ENTRY - Dhamma Q&A
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. In this Dhamma session, we are addressing a Dhamma question (or topic) on the Dhamma-follower (dhammānusārī), Faith-follower (saddhānusārī), and Stream Entry. In addressing this topic, we delve into the Buddha's words on these two kinds of persons, the fixed course of rightness, and how they ente…
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Learn Buddhism with Alan Peto


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27 - Buddhism in 10 Steps Book Interview with Buddhist Monk Sanathavihari Bhikkhu
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The free eBook, Buddhism in 10 Steps, was written by Alan Peto and Buddhist Monk Sanathavihari Bhikkhu to help those new to Buddhism get a 'quick start' with a short and easy to read book. In this episode, Alan discusses some topics from the book, and Buddhism in general, with Sanathavihari.To get the book, visit: https://alanpeto.com/books/buddhis…
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Mike Giant Podcast

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Episode 43: DJ Jae - Live at The End Up
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Live recording of a vinyl set by DJ Jae at The End Up in San Francisco on a Saturday night in 1994. Converted to MP3 from the original audio tape by Davis Livingstone in Boulder, Colorado in 2016 .By Michael LeSage
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Mike recalls memories from the first half of 1994. Topics discussed include: Living in San Francisco, working at Think Skateboards, NYE at the Fillmore, phone card numbers, Cole EMB, writing letters, weekly international calls, 5 Fulton to 15 Third, roach coach, decaf coffee, sack lunch, $375 rent, Jae, circle dancing at raves, sound/body connectio…
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The Rowdy Nichiren Buddhist


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What should happen after I begin chanting?
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This section is a response to a typical question received by those who begin practicing Nichiren Buddhism. I wanted to just share some insight as to my own experience and what I have shared with others.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/support
In this episode, Andrew talks about one of the Brahmaviharas, appreciative joy and gratitude. Practicing gratitude can widen our perspective when going through a hard time and help us practice non-attachment during times of pleasure and joy. Enjoy!By Andrew Chapman
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THE BENEFITS OF THOROUGHLY LEARNING THE DHAMMA
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. A Dhamma talk on the Sotānugata Sutta (AN 4.191) where the Buddha reminds us of the importance of thoroughly learning the Dhamma in this life and the benefits that can be expected in the future (assuming you live a wholesome life), particularly if one is concerned about passing away with a muddle…
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THE STORY OF NANDA, THE HERDSMAN - Dhammapada verse 42
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. In today's session, we look at Dhammapada Verse 42 - THE STORY OF NANDA, THE HERDSMAN (Nandagopālaka Vatthu). The Buddha gives a very powerful teaching about the importance of a rightly directed mind and the safety of stream entry. In this short session we examine Nanda's story and how he was abl…
Practice and Reflection Reflect on the benefit of struggle and effort in your practice. How does it help wisdom grow and delusion fade? In what ways do you struggle unwisely, in a way that perpetuates suffering? How can we discern the difference? This recording was edited and prepared for publication by volunteer Jim Matthews.…
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Learn Buddhism with Alan Peto


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26 - The Buddha's Mothers (Mother's Day Episode)
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Did you know that the Buddha actually had two mothers? His mother, Maya, passed away just a few days after he was born. His aunt became his stepmother and raised him as her own. At a basic level, this doesn't speak much about Buddhism until you realize how important these two women were. One gave birth to the Buddha of our era (in a very supernatur…
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Catching the Ox: Relating to the Mind with Effort and Ease
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. In this Dhamma session we take a look at the Buddha's advice on longevity and vitality. We primarily examine the Anāyussā Sutta (AN 5.125-126) and the seven things that are conducive to shorter life and those that are conducive are conducive to longer life. Some of these things you may already be…
In this episode Mikey Noechel offers a talk and meditation on compassion and the process of excavating the heart. Enjoy! Peace & Love.By mikey noechel, wild heart meditation center
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WHAT IS THE IDEAL WAY TO LISTEN TO DHAMMA?
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. A Dhamma talk on the Avakujja Sutta (AN 3.30) where the Buddha talks about three kinds of persons and the way they listen to Dhamma, which results in different types of wisdom (i.e. inverted, lap-like, and wide wisdom). The Buddha gives us three very useful similes to contemplate and connect with…
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Sutta Meditation Series


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THE STORY OF A BHIKKHU WHO WISHED TO TAME THE MIND - Dhammapada verse 35
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. In today's session, we look at Dhammapada Verse 35 - THE STORY OF A BHIKKHU WHO WISHED TO TAME THE MIND (Aññatarabhikkhu Vatthu). This is encouragement and inspiration towards making effort to restrain, guard, protect and tame the mind. To further our understanding, we examine the Buddha's explan…
Practice and Reflection Bring attention to the times during meditation practice, investigation, and daily life, where unexpectedly, something shifts, and things become effortless, still, and clear. Notice the tendency to chase these states or grasp at them. Instead, practice surrendering into them. When or if they pass, how have they transformed yo…
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Seattle Insight Meditation Society


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Creative Responses Inspired by the Third Picture, Seeing the Ox
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6.1 THE GREAT FRUIT AND BENEFIT OF OBSERVING THE UPOSATHA (YOUTH DHAMMA SESSION)
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. Another session to accompany the fourth module in the Youth Dhamma Gradual Teachings series looking into Buddha's Gradual Instructions to Lay People on THE BLESSINGS OF RENUNCIATION (nekkhamma ānisaṃsaṃ). In this additional session, we examine THE GREAT FRUIT AND BENEFIT OF OBSERVING THE UPOSATHA…
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Commit First w/ Sagi Shrieber (Feat. Pat Flynn, John Lee Dumas, Jason Zook, Paul Jarvis, and more)


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Episode 116: Becoming Your Future Self! (w/ Jay Chase)
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Sagi Shrieber on The Commit First Podcast Presents: Becoming Your Future Self! (w/ Jay Chase) SUBSCRIBE HERE: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=sagishrieber You can also find the show in audio, on your favorite podcasting app: - Spotify: http://sagishrieber.com/spotify - on iTunes: http://sagishrieber.com/itunes - Stitcher: ht…
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By Seattle Insight Meditation Society
This lecture is based on information from the Nirvana Sutra. We talk about the classification of the aspects of a good character. They are based on the five moral precepts of not taking life, not taking what is not given, engaging in improper sexual activity, using false speech, and ingesting intoxicants. Then the additional aspects are refraining …
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Urban Dharma


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The Story - My Thoughts on the Journey, Me and Buddhism
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A classic talk at the Against the Stream in Hollywood, CABy Kusala Bhikshu
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Sutta Meditation Series


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APPLYING THE MEDICINE FOR THE FIVE HINDRANCES AND THE VITAKKASAṆṬHĀNA SUTTA - Dhamma Q&A
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. This question was asked during the FULL DHAMMA SESSION conducted on BAK POYA (16 April 2022) via zoom on "TAMING THE MIND" where we examined the Vitakkasaṇṭhāna Sutta (MN 20). The question: “When unwholesome thoughts trouble me in my meditation, I usually examine those thoughts and review the fiv…
This recording was edited and prepared for publication by volunteer Aruna Bala.By Seattle Insight Meditation Society
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Sixth Factor of the Eightfold Path with Noah Levine
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Easter is celebrated by Christians around the world. But does Buddhism have a similar resurrection story? Yes and no. While Jesus and the Buddha were two different people, religions, and paths, we can find some similarities between their stories and "resurrection". Read the article here: https://alanpeto.com/buddhism/buddhist-easter/ In order for S…
This recording was edited and prepared for publication by volunteer John Stott.By Seattle Insight Meditation Society
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O-An Zendo Dharma Talks


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Meido Babara Anderson - ON START WITH SILENCE - April 17, 2022
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Sutta Meditation Series


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CAN YOU GET TO THE HIGHER CONCENTRATION* OF MIND BY FOLLOWING A GUIDED MEDITATION? - Dhamma Q&A
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. This question was asked during the FULL DHAMMA SESSION conducted on BAK POYA (16 April 2022) via zoom on "TAMING THE MIND" where we examined the Vitakkasaṇṭhāna Sutta (MN 20). The question: "Can you get to the higher concentration* of mind by following a guided meditation?" * Note - the higher co…
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CAN YOU CONFIRM WHEN TO APPLY THE SIGNS & WHEN IT'S APPROPRIATE TO SWITCH MEDITATION? - Dhamma Q&A
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. This question was asked during the FULL DHAMMA SESSION conducted on BAK POYA (16 April 2022) via zoom on "TAMING THE MIND" where we examined the Vitakkasaṇṭhāna Sutta (MN 20). The question: “I practise with a lot of restraint in daily life. I don’t read newspapers and only look at headlines for e…
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TAMING THE MIND (FULL DHAMMA SESSION, Poya)
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. This is the FULL DHAMMA SESSION, conducted on BAK POYA (16 April 2022) via zoom, on "TAMING THE MIND". We examine the Vitakkasaṇṭhāna Sutta (MN 20), which is an important teaching by the Buddha on how to tackle blocks and challenges that come up in our meditation when we are intent on training in…
Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. In this Dhamma session, we examine the Kaṭuviya Sutta (AN 3.128) and the Buddha's teaching "DO NOT POLLUTE YOURSELF". This short teaching from the Buddha advises not to pollute oneself, not to become tainted with a stench so that flies will attack and pursue. We look into the meaning of the Buddh…
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Wild Heart Meditation Center


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Compassion & The Core Teachings Of The Buddha
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In this episode Mikey Noechel offers a talk and meditation which combines the two wings: wisdom and compassion. He covers the four noble truths and how compassion meditation can help us understand these truths directly.By Mikey Noechel, Wild Heart Meditation Center
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Fifth Factor of the Eightfold Path with Noah Levine
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➣ ZOOM DHARMA TALKS: Sign up and participate with the sangha on Against The Stream Zoom Dharma talks HERE. ➢ ABOUT Against The Stream is a 501(c)3 non profit American Buddhist lineage founded by Noah Levine, author of Dharma Punx, Against the Stream, Heart of the Revolution and Refuge Recovery. ➢DONATE If you feel moved to donate, your donations ar…
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Commit First w/ Sagi Shrieber (Feat. Pat Flynn, John Lee Dumas, Jason Zook, Paul Jarvis, and more)


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Episode 115: Can you get CANCER from listening to PODCASTS? - The Dangers of EMF Radiation (w/ R Blank)
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Sagi Shrieber on The Commit First Podcast Presents: Can you get CANCER from listening to PODCASTS? - The Dangers of EMF Radiation (w/ R Blank) SUBSCRIBE HERE: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=sagishrieber You can also find the show in audio, on your favorite podcasting app: - Spotify: http://sagishrieber.com/spotify - on iTunes…
Practice and Reflection When you find yourself strongly seeking or obsessing over something spiritual or worldly, practice opening your senses to what is immediately present. How does this shift your perspective and relationship to that something? Is it possible to engage with it without tanha (craving that leads to becoming)? How does this transfo…
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Seattle Insight Meditation Society


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Ox-Herding Picture #3: Seeing the Ox Through the Senses
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. A short Dhamma talk on the Nikaṭṭha Sutta (AN 4.138). The Buddha talks about four kinds of persons in relation to being on retreat. This addresses the different permutations of where we are disciplined or undisciplined by body or by mind and the conditions are then conducive or not conducive. It'…
A Saturday talk at Leisure World, Seal Beach, CA (4.9.22)By Kusala Bhikshu
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6.0 BUDDHA'S GRADUAL INSTRUCTIONS TO LAY PEOPLE ON THE BLESSINGS OF RENUNCIATION (YOUTH DHAMMA SESSION)
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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. This is the fifth module in the Youth Dhamma Gradual Teachings series, focused on our younger audience looking into BUDDHA'S GRADUAL INSTRUCTIONS TO LAY PEOPLE ON THE BLESSINGS OF RENUNCIATION (nekkhamma ānisaṃsaṃ). This session links with the earlier sessions and confirms the importance of build…