Sit in meditation for a few minutes and you’re likely to experience pain, either physical or psychological. Hang around the meditation scene for very long, and you are likely to hear the expression, “Pain is inevitable; suffering is optional.” And that’s what this episode is all about -- boosting your pain tolerance through meditation. Because pain really i ... Show More
Today
The Science of Conversation: How To Say What You Mean, Be Heard, and Stop People-Pleasing | Alison Wood Brooks
You talk all day. Here’s how to do it better, according to a professor from Harvard Business School. Alison Wood Brooks comes from the Harvard Business School, where she teaches a course called “TALK: How to Talk Gooder in Business and Life,” which she has now turned into a book, ... Show More
1h 19m
Yesterday
How To Meditate When You're Freaking Out | Kaira Jewel Lingo
What to do when you're in the grip of grief, anxiety, or overwhelm. Our Teacher of the Month, Kaira Jewel Lingo, has some suggestions for finding your way through. Join Dan’s online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel On Sunday, ... Show More
18m 28s
Aug 22
How To Handle Your Demons | Vinny Ferraro
We’re bringing you some of our favorite gems from the archives, as chosen by our staff. This week, we’re hearing from dharma teacher Vinny Ferraro, as chosen by our producer Eleanor Vasilli. Vinny explores the concept of “alignment” and how you can actually choose your own attitu ... Show More
19m 53s
Jul 2024
You Are Not Your Pain, Day 6: "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain"
Mindfulness can transform the experience of chronic pain for a holistic approach to pain management, emphasizing that while pain is a part of life, it doesn't need to define your identity or limit your quality of life. Be guided in a mindfulness meditation to process your pain as ... Show More
13m 2s
Jul 2024
Comfort Within, Day 4: "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain"
You are guided in using visualization for healing physical discomfort. Through gentle visualization techniques, you will envision a state of comfort and ease within your body, promoting relaxation and reducing the perception of pain. By engaging your mind in positive imagery, you ... Show More
13m 2s
Jul 2024
Improve Focus + Attention Span, Day 7: Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain
Be guided in a meditation you could do as a walking meditation ourdoors, or while seated indoors. Exposure to nature has been shown to improve focus, attention span, and cognitive function. This can be particularly beneficial for managing chronic pain conditions that may impact c ... Show More
13m 2s
Mar 2023
Amanda Gilbert | Can Meditation Help You Live Longer? What The Research Shows on Meditation & Cellular Aging, Telomere Health KKP: 551
Today, I am blessed to have here with me Amanda Gilbert. One of Amanda's high school teachers led her in meditation. This particular homeschool in the middle of West Virginia focused on search and rescue and outdoor survival skills, but it was also a special high school that incl ... Show More
1h 11m