Insight Hour with Joseph Goldstein

Offering deeper insight into equanimity, Joseph Goldstein explains the benefit of maintaining mental equilibrium at all times. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-fifth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into eve...

Focusing on awareness of the breath, Joseph Goldstein explores what the Buddha said about continuous attention. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-fourth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into every aspect of t...

Joseph explores Samadhi, the Buddhist quality of concentration, and explains how we all have the capacity to develop a well-trained mind. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-third part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delv...

Sharing the crucial role of tranquility on the path of liberation, Joseph Goldstein explains how calmness leads to sincerity and happiness. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-second part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that d...

Distinguishing merit that leads to mundane happiness from merit aimed at liberation, Joseph Goldstein describes sources of dharmic joy. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-first part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves...

Priming the pump of mindfulness, Joseph Goldstein explains rapture, the joyous fourth factor of awakening. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the thirtieth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into every aspect of the Satipa...

Considering how right effort drives our achievements and potential for happiness, Joseph Goldstein teaches us more about the dhamma. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-ninth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves in...

Joseph Goldstein shares how unremitting mindfulness and continuous investigation of our mental states will lead us to liberation. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-eighth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into...

Outlining the crucial importance of the Buddha’s seven awakening factors, Joseph explains the promise of our practice. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-seventh part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into every asp...

Teaching listeners to become masters over their perceptions, Joseph Goldstein describes the four great hallucinations of the mind. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-sixth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into...

Cutting the chain of dependent origination, Joseph Goldstein teaches wise attention and freedom from defilement as the antidote to suffering. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-fifth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that...

Joseph Goldstein explores the six internal and external sense bases of consciousness, explaining its selfless and contingent nature. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-fourth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves i...

Joseph Goldstein explains the value in recognizing the body and self as impermanent, man-made concepts rather than something fixed and solid. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-third part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that...

Concluding a segment on the five aggregates, Joseph Goldstein explains how mindfulness of mental formations refines our consciousness. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-second part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves...

Continuing his discussion of the five aggregates, Joseph Goldstein dives deeper into perception and how we can get lost in mental formations. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-first part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that...

In this profound investigation of subjective experience and direct reality, Joseph Goldstein looks at the first three of the five aggregates in Buddhism. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the twentieth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldst...

Highlighting the danger of indecision, Joseph Goldstein examines the nature of doubt as taught by the Buddha. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at  betterhelp.com/insighthour  and get on your way to being your best self. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada...

Diving into restlessness and worry, Joseph Goldstein outlines how to use the eye of wisdom to examine mental agitation. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the eighteenth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into every aspect...

Employing the Satipatthana Sutta, Joseph Goldstein shows us how to overcome the mental states of sloth and torpor. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the seventeenth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into every aspect of...

Illuminating the shadows of our minds, Joseph Goldstein explains how to notice and investigate the emotions hiding underneath aversions. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at  betterhelp.com/insighthour  and get on your way to being your best self. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Can...

Joseph Goldstein describes the causes of sensual desire and how to be aware of the wanting-mind rather than suppressing it. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the fifteenth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into every asp...

Simplifying our daily practice into bare knowing, Joseph Goldstein instructs us on external mindfulness and noticing our reactions. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the foureenth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into e...

Rather than trying to overcome unwholesome mind states, Joseph Goldstein guides us to simply be mindful of the mind as it is being influenced. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the thirteenth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that d...

Describing the hidden danger in seeking happiness through sense pleasure, Joseph Goldstein outlines worldy versus unworldly feelings. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the twelfth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into e...

Becoming mindful of feelings, Joseph Goldstein explains how the habits of our mind shape our actions and karma. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the  Pāli Canon  of  Theravada  Buddhism. This episode is the eleventh part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into every aspect of the Sa...