Beyond the Clouds

In this episode, we reflect on the simple yet important practice of refocusing our energies to release, for a moment, the weight of our stress and anxiety and allow our minds to rest. 

In this episode, we reflect on what it means to be profoundly lost, and how we can find ourselves again, when this happens. 

In this episode, we reflect on what an immovable mind is and how we can learn to cultivate it, step-by-step. 

Even when life doesn’t go according to plan, it’s still unfolding exactly as it should. In this episode, we continue to share the unexpected beauty to be found in the midst of war. We explore what it means to let go of plans and let something deeper and more powerful take shape. ... Show More

In this episode, I explore the topic of uncertainty and how embracing life’s unpredictability can lead to greater peace and freedom. From everyday frustrations to life’s biggest challenges, groundlessness is a shared human experience. Drawing on stories, metaphors, and Buddhist t ... Show More

In this week's episode, Michael shares a simple metaphor that takes the journey out of "the spiritual journey". Listen in to discover how close you already are to living in a more beautiful reality. 

Meditation: Letting Thought Clouds Come and Go  - This meditation guides us through a body scan and into a relaxed, open presence. When we realize we are lost in a thought cloud, our practice is to relax open, listening to and feeling the life of the present moment. We are traini ... Show More

Le ciel nocturne, parsemé d'étoiles, nous rappelle notre place dans l'univers. Il inspire des rêves, des questions et une profonde admiration pour l'immensité cosmique.  Traduction: The night sky, scattered with stars, reminds us of our place in the universe. It inspires dreams, ... Show More

In this episode, we continue our journey through the Eightfold Path by exploring Right Speech. More than just speaking truthfully or avoiding gossip, Right Speech is a mindfulness practice—an invitation to reflect on how, why, and when we communicate. We look at the four types of ... Show More

In this episode, I share the audio recording of a Dharma talk I gave during one of our Sunday Zoom calls. The topic is Right View, the first step on the Buddhist Eightfold Path. Inspired by the book Nexus by Yuval Noah Harari, I explore the nature of truth and how we relate to it ... Show More

So how do we escape the darkness when feeling low? The following are five ways to chase it away. - Lynette Kittle 🎙 🎉 SUBSCRIBE to our NEW SHOW - YOUR NIGHTLY PRAYER: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire ab ... Show More

In this episode, I will discuss one of the Buddha’s most famous teachings: The Parable of the Raft. The general concept to be learned by this parable is the importance of letting go of the things that we no longer need on our journey. It would be wise to take a moment to reflect ... Show More

In this episode, we continue our exploration of the Eightfold Path by diving into the second aspect of wisdom—Right Intention. We explore how intention functions like a compass, helping us navigate life with purpose and clarity. Rather than reacting habitually, Right Intention in ... Show More