Shinzen Young first became fascinated with Asian culture as a Jewish teenager growing up in Los Angeles in the 1950s. Now a renowned meditation teacher, Shinzen is deeply involved in scientific research into what meditation does for the brain and has a new book out called "The Science of Enlightenment."
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The Science Of Manifestation: Can This Stanford Neuroscientist Convince A Skeptical Dan To Give It A Shot? | Dr. James R. Doty
Six practical steps to harness the full power of your mind. Our guest today is James R. Doty, a neurosurgeon who has just written a whole book about the science of manifestation – although, as you’ll hear him admit, there’s very little ‘magic’ involved in his process. James R. Do ... Show More
1h 16m
Jul 7
Ezra Klein On: Sane News Consumption; The Power of Meditation; The Future of the Species; And the Message of His Tattoo
On maintaining sanity in insane times. Ezra Klein is an opinion columnist and host of the award-winning Ezra Klein Show podcast at The New York Times. His latest book is Abundance, co-authored with Derek Thompson. He is also the author of Why We’re Polarized, an instant New York ... Show More
1h 15m
Jul 2021
Why Meditation is Your Ultimate Life Hack – Light Watkins and Emily Fletcher : 836
People used to think that meditation made you gullible," says meditation teacher Light Watkins. "Now, they realized that meditation makes you bold, as some of the most influential business and thought leaders of our day see meditation as non-negotiable for making big moves."Light ... Show More
29m 30s
Jun 2024
Chakra Brilliance, Day 5: "Building a Foundation for Greatness" meditation series
"Chakra Brilliance: Unleashing Your Inner Greatness Meditation" is a transformative journey that focuses on exploring and activating the chakras to unlock your full potential. Through guided visualization and energy alignment techniques, you'll delve deep into each chakra, cleari ... Show More
12m 6s
May 2024
Reclaiming Your Focus, Day 4: "Processing Negative News" meditation series
Before engaging with social media or news, take a moment to ground yourself through deep breathing. Set the intention to be mindful of your media consumption and its impact on your emotions. Welcome to our 7-day meditation series, "Processing Negative News: A Journey to Inner F ... Show More
13m 2s
May 2024
Root Chakra Grounding: The Samurai's Foundation, Day 5: "The Circle of 5 Rings" meditation series
Inspired by Miyamoto Musashi's "The Book of Five Rings," this meditation focuses on grounding and stabilizing your Root Chakra. Just as Musashi emphasized the importance of a solid foundation, this practice will help you connect with the Earth element, fostering a sense of stabil ... Show More
33m 31s
Jun 2024
Cultivating Loving Kindness Within, Day 1: "5 Stages of Loving Kindness" meditation series
Welcome to our 7-day meditation series taking you on a journey through the five stages of loving compassion. With guided meditation designed to nurture and uplift your inner spirit, this soothing journey will have you embark on a voyage of self-discovery, exploring the boundless ... Show More
12m 1s
May 2024
Softening and Opening, a Meditation with Sean Fargo
What happens when someone tells you to relax? Often, the directive to relax or let go results in further tightening. When we attempt to relax on demand, we just can’t make it happen. Stress can then increase as we wrestle with what we may perceive as failure. Things change when w ... Show More
17m 5s
May 2024
Warrior's Breath: The Samurai Calm, Day 3: "The Book of 5 Rings" meditation series
In this meditation, you will learn a powerful breathing technique inspired by the teachings of legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi. This practice, known as "Warrior's Breath," helps you cultivate inner calm and focus, essential for any warrior. Through deep, controlled breaths, yo ... Show More
33m 31s
May 2024
Mental Strategies for Inner Strength, Day 1: "The Circle of 5 Rings" meditation series
Welcome to our 7-day meditation series inspired by "The Book of Five Rings" by the legendary samurai, Miyamoto Musashi. In this series, we will delve into the profound teachings of the five elements—Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, and Void—each representing a unique aspect of strategy ... Show More
36m 42s
Jun 2024
Nurturing Loving-Kindness Within, Day 6: "The 5 Stages of Loving Kindness" meditation series
A guided meditation designed to cultivate a deep sense of compassion and empathy towards oneself and others. Through gentle guidance and heartfelt affirmations, participants are invited to explore the boundless reservoir of love within, fostering a greater sense of inner peace, c ... Show More
12m 1s