Latest Episodes
August 4, 2026 Thought versus Proliferation
Distinguishing ordinary passing thoughts from the ones that sweep us away in meditation. How to work with the proliferating thoughts.
July 28, 2026 The Obstruction of Self
How self-consciousness gets in the way of being present and enjoying life.
July 21, 2026 The Mirror of the Hindrances
Looking at the simile of the bowl of water and the five hindrances.
July 7, 2026 The Dart
Exploring the classic sutta The Dart which tells how aversion increases the suffering of our pain.
June 30, 2026 Meditation for Recovery
Talking about what the connections are between Buddhism and recovery and the role of meditation in that connection.
June 16, 2026 Entering Your Own Mind on Retreat
As I leave for a weeklong self-retreat, I talk about the fear of being with my own mind.