Secular Buddhism
- Author: Vários
- Narrator: Vários
- Publisher: Podcast
- Duration: 90:32:22
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Synopsis
A podcast for secular-minded people who are interested in learning about Buddhist philosophy.
Episodes
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48 - Humanitarian Work In Uganda
28/08/2017 Duration: 35minEarlier this year, I had the priviledge of visiting Uganda with 16 podcast listners to do humanitarian work and also to spend time practicing mindfulness. A lot of people have asked me questions about this trip and want to know details about the upcoming trip (we're going again) in February 2018. If you're interested in learning more about the trip, this podcast episode will answer any questions you might have. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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47 - Buddhism And Christianity
14/08/2017 Duration: 26minI'm often asked whether or not Buddhism and Christianity are compatible. Can you be a Christian and a Buddhist? In this podcast episode, I will address some of the main differences between these two spiritual paths and I will highlight some of the key differences in the Buddhist path that allow it to be so compatible with other traditions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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46 - "Why Buddhism Is True" - A discussion with Robert Wright
08/08/2017 Duration: 01h39sIn this podcast episode, I had the privilege of interviewing New York Times bestselling author Robert Wright about his newest book "Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment". Wright leads readers on a journey through psychology, philosophy, and a great many silent retreats to show how and why meditation can serve as the foundation for a spiritual life in a secular age. This podcast features the audio of the interview I had with Robert Wright. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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45 - Questions And Answers 1
19/07/2017 Duration: 33minIn this podcast episode, I will answer questions from several podcast listeners. This is part 1 of an occasional series of Q&A's that I will post as podcast episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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44 - Finding The Teacher Within
11/07/2017 Duration: 26minOne of the things I appreciate most about Buddhism is the emphasis on becoming your own teacher. In one of the last teachings the Buddha gave, he said, "Be a light unto yourselves." In other words, be your own guide. "Don’t look for anyone for guidance". In this episode, I will discuss the idea of finding the teacher within. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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43 - No Cows, No Problems
26/06/2017 Duration: 28minIn this short episode, I want to talk about a story that is often shared about a farmer who lost his cows. To me, this is a story about attachment to our possessions. It’s a story about the suffering that arises out of our attachment to our possessions. It’s relevant because we ALL HAVE COWS. I want to talk about the story, and talk about what the moral of the story is. What can we learn from this story when we apply it to our daily lives? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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42 - We Didn't Sign Up For This
14/06/2017 Duration: 28minImagine what it would be like to suddenly wake up and realize you are on a roller coaster ride. You didn't choose to get on, you woke up on the ride. This is what it's like to wake up to life. We didn't will ourselves into existence. We are the result of causes and conditions. For me, the idea of not having signed up for this, allows me to be open to whatever may come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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41 - Life On The Buddhist Path
23/05/2017 Duration: 52minIn this episode, I'll talk about the Buddhist path that leads to enlightenment. What does it mean to be "on the Buddhist path"? This path is commonly referred to as the Eightfold path and it consists of trying to develop skillfulness in 8 key areas of life: understanding, intention, speech, action, livelihood, effort, mindfulness, and concentration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Guided Meditation - Death & Impermanence
09/05/2017 Duration: 06minThis is a guided meditation on death and impermanence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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40 - Dealing Mindfully With Grief And Loss
09/05/2017 Duration: 29minMindfulness is helpful during the grieving process because it allows us to acknowledge the universality of loss. It helps us to accept the inevitability of loss as a part of life. At one point or another, we will all face the loss of everything we hold dear. BONUS: Guided meditation on impermanence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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39 - What is Enlightenment?
25/04/2017 Duration: 48minWhat is enlightenment and how do we attain it? In this podcast episode, I will discuss the idea of enlightenment from the perspective of a Secular Buddhist teacher. The attainment of enlightenment/awakening is at the very heart of Buddhism, however, many people see it as a distant goal. Perhaps our concept of enlightenment is blinding us from experiencing it in the present moment, here and now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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38 - Life With And Without Beliefs
13/04/2017 Duration: 26minIn this episode, I will talk about beliefs and the role they play in the fictional narrative we build around our perceived reality. The story we construct about reality is determined by our beliefs. This becomes problematic when reality doesn’t fit our beliefs because we tend to cause suffering for ourselves and others when we try to make reality fit the narrative of our own fiction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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37 - The Art Of Self-Compassion
22/03/2017 Duration: 34minWhy are we so harsh on ourselves? Have you ever noticed how we tend to be nicer, the further out we go from our inner circle? We're not as mean to a stranger as we are to a family member. But we’re ruthless to ourselves! In this episode, I will explore the idea of self-pity, self-criticism, and self-compassion. I will share 3 steps you can take to help you to be kinder to the person who needs it most...YOU! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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36 - Looking Deeply At Suffering
07/03/2017 Duration: 26minSuffering arises naturally when we crave for life to be other than it is. Knowing this, we can look deeply at our own suffering or the suffering of others and we can work to alleviate the causes and conditions of the suffering. When we experience an instance of suffering, we tend to narrow our view to that specific instance to the point where we are no longer aware of all the instances of non-suffering that are simultaneously present. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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35 - The Pillars Of Joy
09/02/2017 Duration: 43minThe key difference between happiness and joy is that happiness is an emotion we experience, while joy is an attitude we can develop. In this podcast episode, I will discuss the 8 pillars of joy and how these pillars can lead to a more joyful attitude that not only benefits ourselves but others as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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34 - The Art Of Giving And Receiving
11/01/2017 Duration: 17minIn this episode, I discuss the art of giving and receiving. Life is, “as much about graciously receiving as it is about giving”. The Buddha taught that generosity should be measured by the level of attachment one has to what is being given and to the self that is giving it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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33 - Heaven and Hell (Here and Now)
15/12/2016 Duration: 21minHeaven and Hell are real, they are the contents of everyday life. They are states we experience in the here and now and WE are the gatekeepers. In this episode, I will discuss the Zen koan called: the gate of paradise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Guided Meditation - Threefold Mindfulness Meditation
08/12/2016 Duration: 15minThis is a 15-minute GUIDED meditation track for practicing Threefold Mindfulness Meditation. Episode 32 "How To Meditate (Threefold Mindfulness Meditation)" explains how to use this file and how to practice Threefold Mindfulness Meditation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Audio Only - Threefold Mindfulness Meditation - Unguided Meditation
01/12/2016 Duration: 15minThis is a 15-minute meditation track for practicing Threefold Mindfulness Meditation. Episode 32 "How To Meditate (Threefold Mindfulness Meditation)" explains how to use this file and how to practice Threefold Mindfulness Meditation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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32 - How To Meditate (Threefold Mindfulness Meditation)
01/12/2016 Duration: 23minIn this podcast episode, you will learn how to practice Threefold Mindfulness Meditation (Calm, Observe, and Analyze). This meditation technique is aimed at training the mind to overcome our habitual reactivity. The goal of this meditation technique is to learn to create a space between what happens (stimulus), and how we react to what happens (response). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.