A focus on gratitude is typical this time of year. But more often than not, the cognitive or behavioral nods we give gratitude around Thanksgiving can feel a little limp, rote, and unedifying. If you feel like this American holiday has been lacking in meaning, maybe what you need is to infuse it with a Japanese practice.
The Naikan method of self-reflection ... Show More
Nov 4
Hercules at the Crossroads — Choosing the Hard Path That Leads to a Good Life
<p>In a story from ancient Greek philosophy, Hercules faces a choice between two paths: one promising pleasure and ease; the other, hardship and struggle — but also growth and greatness. According to today’s guest, this ancient parable is more relevant than ever.</p><p>Dr. Paul T ... Show More
58m 27s
Nov 2019
David Richo on Navigating the Five Givens in Life
David Richo, PhD is a psychotherapist, teacher, workshop leader and writer who works in Santa Barbara and San Francisco, CA. He combines Jungian, poetic and mythic perspectives in his work with the intention of integrating the psychological and the spiritual. His books and worksh ... Show More
45m 34s
Sep 2021
Gelong Thubten On Forgiveness, Meditation, And Compassion
Kindness and compassion are trainable skills of the mind, and when we dedicate ourselves to cultivating those qualities, the difficult relationships in our lives are radically transformed. Those relationships are reframed as profound opportunities to practice letting go and forgi ... Show More
40m 45s
Nov 2023
Embrace GRATITUDE & Unleash a World of Positive Energy & Opportunities
<p>What are you grateful for, and how do you express your gratitude? In this special episode, the transformative power of gratitude and its impact on personal and societal growth is explored through the experiences of three distinguished guests.</p><p>Dr Joe Dispenza, a renowned ... Show More
58m 50s
Apr 2020
Henry Shukman on Paths of Spiritual Awakening
Henry Shukman is a poet, writer, and Associate Zen Master who lives in New Mexico where he teaches at Mountain Cloud Zen Center. He has published eight books to date of fiction, poetry, and non-fiction. He writes regularly for Tricycle, The New York Times, and other publications. ... Show More
50m 22s
Mar 2023
How to Practice Self Compassion with Dr. Shauna Shapiro
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
Why your attitude and how you pay attention is so important when it comes to mindfulness
Understanding the 3 important pillars of mindfulness: intention, attention, attitude
How have a mindfulness practice prepares the mind for learning
Why sha ... Show More
49m 48s