Cory Muscara

Practicing Human

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Practicing Human is a daily podcast, hosted by Cory Muscara, offering insights and practices into how to live a fulfilling life. Cory pulls on his time living as a Buddhist monk in Burma, his many years as a mindfulness and meditation teacher, and his work in Positive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania.

Author

Cory Muscara

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.corymuscara.com

Latest episode

Mar 23, 2026

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Episodes

The Value of Being Fed-Up With Yourself 05.02.2026

In this episode, we discuss how to create change from a place of love and curiosity, rather than shame and disgust. While also honoring the initial disgust response that makes you WANT to change.

The Spiritual Waiting Room 04.02.2026

In this episode, we discuss what do when you no longer know what to do. If you want support through this transition, join the 30-day course here .

A Mantra for Peace 03.02.2026

In the episode, we discuss a simple yet potent three-sentence mantra that cuts through our delusions and drops us into a more connected, spacious awareness.

Will Focusing on Pain Attract More Pain? 02.02.2026

In this episode, we discuss the distinction between "Feeling to Heal" vs "Attracting What you Feel." To join the 30-day course, click here .

On Motivation 30.01.2026

Do you need more motivation? Or do you need space to fall apart? This episode will help you discern. Join the 30-day course here .

Grief and Letting Go 29.01.2026

In this episode, we discuss the why descending into grief is a prerequisite for fully letting go. If you're ready for the 30-day course, click here.

How to Get Un-Stuck 28.01.2026

In this episode, we discuss my counterintuitive perspective on WHY you're stuck and how to start moving energy again. If you want to access Day 15 of the 30-day course (Moving Stuck Energy) as well as the rest of that program, click here .

How to Find True Inner Peace 27.01.2026

In this episode, we discuss where most people get stuck in their pursuit of inner peace, and the subtle shift that's necessary to find the real thing. To join the 30-day course, click here .

Are you running from yourself? 26.01.2026

In today's episode, we discuss how to identify if you're running from yourself, and a simple practice to re-ground amidst the impulses that make it hard to be still. You can join the 30-day course by clicking here .

Breaking the People Pleasing Pattern 23.01.2026

Are you a people pleaser? Do you bend yourself to fit into social situations and friendships? Do you have a pattern of self-abandonment? Do you feel disconnected from yourself? This episode is for you. In "Breaking the People Pleasing Pattern," we discuss the 7 life issues that develop as a result of this pattern and 5 key strategies to help shift it. To join the 30-day course, click her...

Focus is Happiness 22.01.2026

In this episode, we discuss why your stress and unhappiness may be coming from a disorganized mind, and also why chasing states of focus and flow can also be destructive.

Trust Your Timeline 21.01.2026

In this episode, we discuss what it means to trust your own timeline and how detrimental it is when you try to force a desired outcome To join the 30-day course, click here .

Why You Need to Slow Down 20.01.2026

In this episode, we discuss how to slow down amidst an incredibly fast-paced culture, and why  not slowing down erodes our relationships, happiness, and ability to make clear decisions. If you're looking for extra support, you can join the course on "Inner Stillness" by clicking this link .

Stillness is Leadership 19.01.2026

In this episode, we discuss why most leadership tactics often miss the mark, and why cultivating a regulated nervous system is the key thing that creates the conditions for people to thrive. If you want a 30-day map to cultivate this inner stillness, join the 30-day course at this link .

Working with Rumination 16.01.2026

In this episode, we discuss why most of us try to fix our rumination in the wrong way, and what's  actually  required to cultivate a calm mind. 30-Day Course: Click Here

Reclaiming the Body 15.01.2026

In this episode, we talk about the 3 main reasons a person disconnects from their body, the consequences of being disconnected from the body, and how to take the journey back to embodiment. 30-Day Course: Click Here Body Scan Meditation: Click Here

Follow The Energy 14.01.2026

In this episode, we discuss how to discern where to place your attention, how to make decisions, and what it means to surrender to a deeper current of truth. As mentioned in the episode, if you'd like a step-by-step map of teachings and practices to take this deeper, join the 30-day course at this link: 30-Day Course Big love.

Season 2: I'm Back 13.01.2026

After two years away, we're back. I'm excited to kick off a new season of daily podcast episodes (M-F) where I share teachings on personal and spiritual growth, in service of helping us all get a little better at life. Be sure to follow "Practicing Human" on whatever platform you listen to your podcasts, and turn on notifications so you don't miss an episode. Big love, Cor...

Where I've Been 01.01.2024

In this episode, I discuss why I've been absent on the podcast and plans for the future. If you'd like to join the 30-Day New Years Challenge, click here: https://corymuscara.securechkout.com/challenge

This Moment is It 13.09.2023

Lao-Tzu had some great words about how to best practice human, and in this episode, we explore a passage that reminds us of the importance of the moment that we're in. As always, if you'd like to get free access to my resource library, including guided meditations, book recommendations, app recommendations, and more, text your email address to: +1 (631) 337-8298 And if you'd like to...

Finding Your Purpose 25.08.2023

In this episode, we discuss the age-old question of what it means to find your purpose. To get $100 Off the purpose course, visit: www.corymuscara.com/purpose

How to Actually Let Go 08.08.2023

In this episode, we discuss a new way to think about letting go. I send short teachings like this every day in our text community on mindfulness, life design, healing, and personal growth. They’re completely free, go out every day at 11am EST, and you can unsubscribe at any time. To sign up, text the word “Podcast” to 1-631-305-2874 📲 

When The Body Squeezes You Into the Mind 01.08.2023

In this episode, we discuss the mind-body relationship and how the body goes to the mind to hide from itself. To join the working with thoughts course, visit: https://corymuscara.com/course/ To join the "How to Get Un-Stuck" masterclass, visit: www.corymuscara.com/masterclass  

Relieve Pain or Be With It? [Rerun] 31.07.2023

As humans, it's inevitable that we will encounter pain in our life. Much of this pain is out of our control, but some of it we can influence and soothe. This is true in our meditation practice, as well. When pain arises in meditation--an itch, knee pain, etc--should we alleviate it if we can, or should we practice being with it? Listen on to find out. If you’d like more support and guidance,...

Live Your Best Life 25.07.2023

In this episode, we discuss doing the scary thing that will bring your life alive. To join Practicing Human membership, visit: https://corymuscara.securechkout.net/membership

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