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

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Health

Podcast website

www.corymuscara.com

Latest episode

Mar 23, 2026

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Episodes

A Phrase to Free Your Mind 03.02.2021

In this episode, I share a simple practice I use in my meditation practice to not get overwhelmed by the various experiences that arise.

Perfectly Imperfect 02.02.2021

"I have had it with perfection. I have packed my bags, I am out of here. Gone.   As certain as rain will make you wet, perfection will do you in.   It droppeth not as dew upon the summer grass to give liberty and greenjoy.   Perfection straineth out the quality of mercy, withers rapture at itsbirth.   Before the battle is half begun, cold probity thinks it can't be won, concedes the war....

How to Make Your Voice More Powerful 01.02.2021

In this episode, we explore the relationship between the power of your voice and the silence that you keep. 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 get daily inspirational text messages to your phone from me, jus...

The Healing Power of Curiosity 29.01.2021

In this episode, we discuss why the mind state of curiosity may be the ultimate tool for healing and integration.

What is Detachment? 28.01.2021

In this episode, we discuss a key distinction that often gets lost in the conversation on detachment.

4 Keys For a Healthy Relationship 27.01.2021

In this episode, we discuss the 4 keys for a healthy relationship, describe as the "Four S's." 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 get daily inspirational text messages to your phone from me, j...

Everything You Do Is Sacred 25.01.2021

Now is the time Now is the time to know That all that you do is sacred. Now, why not consider A lasting truce with yourself and God? Now is the time to understand That all your ideas of right and wrong Were just a child’s training wheels To be laid aside When you can finally live with veracity and love. Now is the time for the world to know That every thought and action is sacred. That this is the...

3-Minute Practice to Wind Down 22.01.2021

Enjoy this simple, 3-minute practice that will help you reduce stress and cultivate a calm mind and body. If you'd like to register for the upcoming retreat, visit:www.corymuscara.com/retreat

How To Be More Creative 21.01.2021

In this episode, I share a simple practice to generate more creative insights. If you'd like to register for the upcoming retreat, visit:www.corymuscara.com/retreat

You Reading This, Be Ready 20.01.2021

You Reading This, Be Ready by William Stafford   Starting here, what do you want to remember? How sunlight creeps along a shining floor? What scent of old wood hovers, what softened sound from outside fills the air? Will you ever bring a better gift for the world than the breathing respect that you carry wherever you go right now? Are you waiting for time to show you some better thoughts? When you...

Your Life's Journey 19.01.2021

In this episode, we discuss what may be your biggest life's work. To try out the 31-Day course, click here . 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 get daily inspirational text messages to your phone from m...

Stop Trying to Be Good 18.01.2021

Carl Jung said, "I'd rather be whole than good." In this episode, we'll discuss what this means and why it's so important. 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 get daily inspirational...

Drop Beneath the Noise 15.01.2021

We're inundated with ideas about who we should be, what success looks like, when life events should happen, and how we should show up each day. Most of it is utter nonsense, because it's not YOURS. Please, make your goal to get to know yourself, your own rhythms, your desires, your joys, your boundaries, and let THAT guide your life, the life that is only yours to live. The rest is just...

Hold Yourself to a High Standard 14.01.2021

What would it look like to hold yourself to a high standard while also having respect, compassion, and understanding for where you are in this moment? 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 get daily inspiration...

Who Are You, Really? 13.01.2021

In this episode, we discuss how to connect to the many layers of who you are, AND to connect to a deeper you that you may be very disconnected from. 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 get daily inspirational...

The Glitter Jar 12.01.2021

In this episode, we discuss a simple kid's exercise involving a glitter jar. I'll share the recipe to create a glitter jar and how to use it as a mindfulness practice with kids. 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...

Staying Sane With Technology 11.01.2021

In this episode, we'll explore a simple question you can ask yourself to help prevent you from getting sucked into the often toxic relationship with your technological devices. If you'd like to learn more about the course, "Dealing With Online Negativity," you can learn more here: www.corymuscara.com/podcast As always, if you'd like to get free access to my resource librar...

Starting Fresh 08.01.2021

Looking for a fresh start? Do you feel burdened by your past? Do you wish to view this moment as the beginning of the rest of your life? This episode is for you. If you'd like a step-by-step guide to support your "Fresh Start" and personal growth, check out my 31-Day Mindfulness & Positive Psychology course: https://limindfulness.securechkout.net/31-days

Safe vs Unsafe Fear 07.01.2021

In this episode, we discuss the difference between "safe fear" vs "unsafe fear" and how you can use this to guide your navigation of when to take on pain and discomfort and when to avoid it. 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 (6...

Thoughts on Self-Sabotage 06.01.2021

In this episode, we discuss WHY you might get caught in self-sabotage and HOW to interrupt and change this pattern. 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 get daily inspirational text messages to your phone from...

The Feeling of Progress 05.01.2021

In this episode, we discuss the importance (and nuance) of making sure you're making progress in various domains of your life. 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 get daily inspirational text messages to...

Unwinding The Body 04.01.2021

In this episode, we discuss a counterintuitive way to unwind deep tension and conditioning from the body. 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 get daily inspirational text messages to your phone from me, just...

What If It Were Simple? 01.01.2021

In this New Year's episode, we celebrate our 300th podcast episode and discuss a new way to look at starting new projects and endeavors. 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 get daily inspirational text m...

Lingering In Happiness 31.12.2020

In this episode, we discuss the meaningful and lingering impact of good experiences. The poem that was shared is called "Lingering in Happiness" by Mary Oliver.

Why There Are No Wrong Emotions 30.12.2020

In this episode, we discuss the difference between wrong emotions and self-judgment (and why there is no difference). 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 get daily inspirational text messages to your phone fr...

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