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Jack Kornfield explores the nature of mind, offering playful practices and profound perspectives to uncover our true home of freedom, compassion, and ease.

In this new, technological age, Alan Watts explains how seeing reality via only one perspective can lead to a fragmented view of the world; instead, he encourages listeners to adopt both the analytical and the organic. Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/alan and get on your way to being your best self. In this episode, Alan Watts dives into...

Musician Craig Wedren reflects on his rise to fame in the D.C. hardcore scene, blending together punk rock, spirituality, and healing.

Continuing their earlier conversation, Dr. Bruce Damer and Raghu Markus have a socially charged discussion on facing our collective karma with equanimity and grace.

Ep. 13 - Resilience & The Power of Presence with Ilarion ‘Kuuyux’ Merculieff by Be Here Now Network

Framed by the Sufi wisdom of Rumi, a 13th century mystical poet, Omid Safi brings our awareness to the profound ways that we are interconnected with the divine.

In this inspiring poetry-infused talk, Jack weaves Rumi’s wisdom on the camel, lion, and child of the spirit into a journey from devotion, to courage, to wonder—inviting us to awaken the Buddha’s Lion’s Roar within and remember the inner royalty of the heart.

In this recording from a 1992 retreat, Ram Dass talks about dealing with change, using the stuff of your daily life to get free, and how your karma defines your dharma. You can support this podcast, listen to episodes AD-FREE, and receive regular guided meditations from Ram Dass & Friends on our Patreon. Sign up for a free 7-day trial: patreon.com/RamDassPodcast Ram Dass Here & Now is brought to y...

Immersing listeners in hope and optimism, author Anne Lamott helps listeners cultivate resilience through stories of honesty and service. Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. In this episode, Anne Lamott holds a talk on: - Service to others and selflessness as a clear path to hope - Liste...

Discussing the spiritual experiences that shaped his life, Dr. Michael Shandler describes the lessons he learned from taking psychedelics, meeting Baba Hari Dass, and more. Grab your copy of Dr. Michael’s award-winning memoir, Karma and Kismet: https://www.michaelshandler.com/books In this episode, Raghu and Michael have an elaborate discussion on: - Dr. Michael’s early encounters with antisemitis...

Krishna Das shares time-tested practices and spiritual wisdom for easing suffering, letting go, and treating others with the same compassion we wish for ourselves. This week on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das provides wisdom on: - Navigating the challenges of family relationships and untangling the knots of triggered emotions. - Channeling our energy into chanting, meditation, and treating others with...

Exploring poetry, beauty, and art, Jack helps his dear listeners appreciate the harmonious dichotomy of all life experiences.

Renowned meditation teacher, Joseph Goldstein, shares timeless insights on the mind, suffering, and the heart of why we meditate.

Dissecting the process of her book, The Power of Meaning, Emily Esfahani Smith joins David to explore bringing depth to our lives via belonging, purpose, transcendence, and storytelling. Pick up The Power of Meaning HERE: https://www.emilyesfahanismith.com/the-book This time on the CSM Podcast, David and Emily discuss: - Positive Psychology: shifting from a focus on what’s wrong to the science of...

In this recording from a 1992 retreat, Ram Dass talks about dealing with change, using the stuff of your daily life to get free, and how your karma defines your dharma. The Ram Dass community gathers regularly to engage in meaningful discussions about the podcast. We invite you to join us and share your curiosities, insights, and wisdom. Sign up for the General Fellowship to receive event invitati...

Blending psychedelic wisdom with the sacred power of sound, Raghu Markus and East Forest explore music as a gateway to nonduality, healing, and everyday spirituality. Check out Music for Mushrooms, a narrative documentary highlighting the personal journey of East Forest: https://eastforest.org/music-for-mushrooms In this episode of Mindrolling, Raghu and East Forest explore: - East Forest’s creati...

In this tender and illuminating talk, Jack shares a Zen love story and a path of mindful presence that brings us home—from the stories of the mind to the truth of the heart. Through embodied awareness, we discover that the end of exile begins with loving what is here now.

Synthesizing the divine love found in Sufism with the primal emptiness found in Zen practice, Llewellyn reveals how each path has impacted his spiritual life. This episode is a companion to " Angels & Devas with Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee - BHNN Guest Podcast Ep. 213" here on Soundcloud. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check it out: https://soundcloud.com/beherenownetwork/angels-devas-with-llew...

Examining transformative times in human history, Dr. Damer discusses how psychedelics can amplify our consciousness and spark both personal and global change. In this episode of Mindrolling, Raghu and Dr. Damer explore: - Dr. Damer’s recent work with the resurgence of psychedelics as tools for insight, creativity, and expanded consciousness - Altered states of perception and Dr. Damer’s groundbrea...

Reminding us that there's no need to escape our daily life in search of spirituality, Krishna Das explains that our relationships, struggles, joys, and routines are the spiritual path. This time on Pilgrim Heart, Krishna Das opens our hearts to: - The divine play (Leela) and mysterious grace behind Maharaj-ji Neem Karoli Baba’s actions - Krishna Das’ experiences with the Dalai Lama - Embracing agi...

For episode 268, Emma Seppälä returns to the Metta Hour for our ongoing Anxiety Series. In this series, Sharon is speaking with Mental Health experts, providers and different researchers for tools to work with anxiety in increasingly challenging times. This is the eighth episode in the series. Emma Seppälä is a best-selling author, Yale lecturer, and international keynote speaker. She teaches exec...

From gender equity to joyful adaptation, Jack recounts how the Dalai Lama challenged teachers to reshape Buddhism for a modern world in need of heart.

Joined by his son, Noah, Raghu invites Sharon Salzberg onto Mindrolling for an expansive conversation on embracing change, understanding the roots of our fear, and aging mindfully. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you can reconnect with y...

As a path to eternal vigilance and ultimately, cessation of suffering, Ramdev encourages us to tune into the present moment during times of mundanity and neutrality.

Highlighting The Great Peace Law, Indigenous grassroots organizer, Serena Mendizabal, discusses preserving and protecting indigenous wisdom and land rights.