This is an episode about our craving, grasping minds. Whether you have struggled with a classic addiction or not, we all have addictive tendencies; we all wrestle with desire. I often think about a provocative question once posed by my friend, Dr. Jud Brewer, a Buddhist practitioner and addiction specialist: Are we all addicted? The implied answer is yes. ... Show More
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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
May 2021
Ep. #748: Brad Jensen on Beating Addiction and Getting Sober and Fit
This podcast is a story about overcoming oppressive obstacles. It’s about facing reality head-on, coming to terms with the truth, and deciding to make a positive change.Specifically, it’s the story of Brad Jensen and how he beat addiction to reinvent himself and become known as “ ... Show More
1h 18m
Jan 2024
69. My Personal Story of Overcoming Porn Addiction | A Human Theatre Podcast Episode w/ Jeremy Lipkowitz and Kelsey Buchalter
Today I am sharing my own story with porn addiction. I've done this now a couple times (sharing my own story) but this conversation pulls out a few new details about my story, and offers more insight into the world of mindfulness and addiction, so I felt it would be helpful ... Show More
1h 9m
Aug 2018
Judson Brewer: Addiction and the Craving Mind
Judson Brewer MD PhD is widely considered an expert in the areas of habit change, the "science of self-mastery" and mindfulness training for addiction. He has published a number of peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, he has trained US Olympic coaches, and his work has been ... Show More
43m 7s
Nov 2022
Bryony Gordon on OCD, Overcoming Addiction and Building Mental Resilience #314
CAUTION: Contains swearing and themes of an adult nature.
Today’s guest has a remarkable life story which includes addiction, mental health struggles, eating disorders, guilt, shame and so much more. Bryony Gordon is a prominent mental health campaigner, a journalist and a bestse ... Show More
1h 55m