198 - Between What Was and What Will Be

In this episode, I celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Secular Buddhism podcast by announcing a new AI-powered website, EightfoldPath.com, which serves as a modern application of the Buddhist concept of skillful means. Skillful means, or upaya, is the idea that teachings sho ...  Show more

Why are we so uncomfortable with not knowing? We often race toward any answer, even a bad one, just to escape the anxiety of uncertainty. This episode explores the strange and profound world of Zen koans.Using the powerful story of the nun Chiyono and her breaking water pail ("No ...  Show more

In this episode, Noah Rasheta explores how to bring curiosity and mindfulness Into everyday life. He discusses secular Buddhism and how to integrate some of these ancient practices into your life. Discover how to infuse your day with increased awareness and presence for a fresh p ...  Show more

Episode 218: Everything is Impermanent | In this episode of The Yoga Inspired Life, Shayla dives into the profound and freeing concept of impermanence. Drawing from yoga philosophy, Buddhist teachings, and personal insights, she explores how embracing change ca ...

In this episode, Wendy speaks with Tibetan Buddhist teacher Mingyur Rinpoche about how contemplative practice can lead us to awareness, compassion, and wisdom. Their conversation covers many topics, including: his involvement in early contemplative research; translating concepts ...  Show more

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Explaining DEATH, particularly how to communicate these concepts to children is the topic for this week’s sharing. The discussion emphasizes the importance of un ...