When we struggle with fear, shame, or feelings of unworthiness, we often add another layer of suffering by judging ourselves for what we feel. These deeply conditioned patterns of self-criticism can keep us caught in a trance of separation, unable to recognize the goodness and lo ...Show more
Meditation: Arriving in Open Presence (18:24 min)
In this guided meditation, Tara Brach invites us to settle into the stillness of the present moment and rediscover the open, awake awareness that is always here. Through gentle attention to the breath, body, and heart, we begin to soften, release tension, and experience a deeper ...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
How can we communicate more skillfully? In this podcast episode, I will discuss "right speech", one of the points on the eightfold path. I will discuss three different communication styles: passive, aggressive, and assertive and share a communication formula that has helped me to ...Show more