Meditations and Readings by J.R. Buckley
When external conditions cause us to feel hopeless, helpless, or depressed, when reality turns dark and cold, stopping and mindfully engaging in small change can be the start of turning things around.
Referenced in this episode:
Peace Is Every Step by Thich Nhat Hanh
The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh
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The change of seasons, for some of us, can bring to the surface any number of thoughts and emotions. Times like these are a perfect opportunity to stop and breathe, to unite our body and mind as we acknowledge that our true home is the here and now. In that lull between summer fun and the hustle and bustle of the holidays, and even in the midst of these things, we can always return to our true home. This is the heart of our practice.
Referenced In This Episode:
Bittersweet: Thoughts on Change, Grace, and Learning the Hard Way by Shauna Niequist
At Home in the World: Stories and Essential Teachings from a Monk’s Life by Thich Nhat Hanh
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This year has presented us with unprecedented challenges that carry over into our current holiday season. This week The Quieted Mind was happy to partner with Fundamental Shift to bring you this reflection and meditation.
In our previous talk, we introduced the teaching of metta, or lovingkindness. Now, we practice.
1. A brief history on metta practice
2. Guided meditation
3. A reading on metta from the Karamiya Metta Sutta
4. Closing Remarks
Links:
The Power of Metta: A Buddhist Story — from MountainHermitage.org
How to Expand Love: Widening the Circle of Loving Relationships by H.H. Dalai Lama
There’s no denying we live in a highly polarized political climate. Families and friends are splitting up over ideological differences. What can we do in the midst of these circumstances?
In this episode, we discuss polarization and the teaching of metta, or lovingkindness.
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Have you ever been confused or puzzled by the mention of non-self or “no self?” What about the teaching of emptiness? The Quieted Mind’s first dharma talk of 2020 is up, and it is about non-self and emptiness. Check it out and share your thoughts in the comments!