Today we start a four-part series on the Satipattha, or Four Foundations of Mindfulness. We’ll investigate the teachings on establishing mindfulness of the breath, and why […]
Today’s talk is about the qualities of happiness and joy. We discuss the difference between these two qualities and how to cultivate both of them. Resources: […]
Today we talk about the Eight Worldly Winds, or Eight Worldly Conditions. These are eight conditions we’re all subject to, and an important investigation of equanimity. […]
Today we have a short sit looking at the five hindrances in concentration practice. This is offered just as a brief introduction to observing the five […]
Today we talk about the role of self-compassion in mindfulness meditation. Rather than just focusing on compassion as a heart practice, the discussion centers on bringing self-compassion to life in both tender and pragmatic ways as we investiga
Today I offer a guided meditation on bringing the qualities of loving-kindness and gentleness to your mindfulness practice. This practice accompanies the dharma talk "Talk: Self-Compassion & Mindfulness." For full show notes, links, and conta
Today's talk covers the topic of equanimity. What does it feel like to be even and balanced, and how do we find ourselves knocked off our center? To learn more about meditation, visit www.OneMindDharma.com. Visit www.TheMindfulCounselor.me to
In today’s podcast episode, we're going to look at what it means to just observe experience. When do we jump in to make a change, and when do we just watch with full awareness? From the Buddhist teachings to the meditation cushion and daily lif
In today’s podcast episode, we’re talking about the wandering mind. Sometimes called “monkey mind,” this state of an active mind can seem difficult. An active mind is something all meditators face at times, especially when new to practice. It c
In today’s podcast episode, we’re talking about the wandering mind. Sometimes called “monkey mind,” this state of an active mind can seem difficult. An active mind is something all meditators face at times, especially when new to practice. It c
This week's meditation is on mindfulness of hearing. This is a sense-door on which we don't often focus specifically. However, we can use the sense-door of hearing to tune into the impermanent nature of experience, as well as the way the mind r
This week's meditation is on mindfulness of hearing. This is a sense-door on which we don't often focus specifically. However, we can use the sense-door of hearing to tune into the impermanent nature of experience, as well as the way the mind r
Today's meditation is a bit of a different practice. We will be observing our experience in an open awareness practice as we often do. However, we are adding in a piece that is often left out: recognizing mental responses. We will observe this
Today's meditation is a bit of a different practice. We will be observing our experience in an open awareness practice as we often do. However, we are adding in a piece that is often left out: recognizing mental responses. We will observe this
Today's meditation is a guided body scan practice. We move through the body, observing each part with mindfulness. This is a practice in the First Foundation of Mindfulness, Mindfulness of the Body. To start, we'll cultivate the intention of me
Today's meditation is a guided body scan practice. We move through the body, observing each part with mindfulness. This is a practice in the First Foundation of Mindfulness, Mindfulness of the Body. To start, we'll cultivate the intention of me
Today's meditation is a guided gratitude meditation. Although this is not a traditional Buddhist practice, gratitude is a quality that can support our wellbeing deeply. We will use the same format we often use when working with the brahma-vihar
Today's meditation is a guided gratitude meditation. Although this is not a traditional Buddhist practice, gratitude is a quality that can support our wellbeing deeply. We will use the same format we often use when working with the brahma-vihar
Today's meditation is a metta meditation. Metta is the first of the brahma-viharas, or heart practices. Often translated as loving-kindness, metta is a quality of the heart in which we care for the wellbeing of ourselves and others. Metta is a
Today's meditation is a metta meditation. Metta is the first of the brahma-viharas, or heart practices. Often translated as loving-kindness, metta is a quality of the heart in which we care for the wellbeing of ourselves and others. Metta is a
This is a guided meditation on self forgiveness. Although not a traditional Buddhist heart practice, forgiveness is an important quality to cultivate. With forgiveness, we can free up space in our hearts for more responsiveness and less reactiv
This is a guided meditation on self forgiveness. Although not a traditional Buddhist heart practice, forgiveness is an important quality to cultivate. With forgiveness, we can free up space in our hearts for more responsiveness and less reactiv
Today's meditation is a practice in mindfulness of emotions. We will begin with a few minutes of breath meditation before moving into a more open awareness. Observing the mind and body, we will watch emotions arise and pass. This is a practice