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Buddhist Teachings & Concepts for Everyday Life| Secular Buddhism Podcast
Buddhist Teachings & Concepts for Everyday Life| Secular Buddhism Podcast
When the headlines feel heavy, it’s natural to wonder: What will it ever take for the world to know peace? In this week’s episode of the Secular Buddhism Podcast (Episode 212), I explore this question through the lens of the Three Poisons in Buddhism: ignorance, greed, and hatred.| Secular Buddhism Podcast
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How letting go of labels helps us rediscover who we really are In this special interview episode, I sit down with my friend and fellow traveler on the path, Heather Schenck. Many of you may recognize Heather from our online community—she’s been part of our Sangha since 2020.| Secular Buddhism Podcast
I just released a new episode of the Secular Buddhism podcast: Episode 208 – Right Speech: How Our Words Shape the World We Live In This episode is part of our ongoing exploration of the Eightfold Path, and it focuses on something we all do every day—speak. But how often| Secular Buddhism Podcast
When we first step onto a path of self-discovery or spiritual practice, it’s natural to seek guidance. We look to teachers, books, podcasts, mentors, and traditions to help us make sense of our experience and offer direction. But at some point, a quiet shift begins. We realize that the| Secular Buddhism Podcast
Right View — Seeing Clearly in a World of Many Truths What does it really mean to see clearly? In this week’s episode of the Secular Buddhism Podcast, I explore the concept of Right View, the first step on the Eightfold Path. This talk, originally shared during one of our| Secular Buddhism Podcast
Beyond Happiness: Cultivating True Joy What does it really mean to be happy? And why, despite having so much, do we often find happiness elusive? In the latest episode of the Secular Buddhism Podcast, I explore a powerful distinction between happiness and joy—insights that can genuinely transform our approach| Secular Buddhism Podcast
This week on the Secular Buddhism Podcast, I explore a topic that’s come up for me recently: purpose… or more accurately, the absence of it. My son, Rajko, recently turned 16 and has started asking those big life questions: “What should I study? What career should I pursue? What’| Secular Buddhism Podcast
Have you ever felt like you’re not entirely in control—like some unseen force inside you is making choices on your behalf? In the latest episode of the Secular Buddhism podcast, I explore the metaphor of the mind as a car filled with emotional passengers. Sometimes, anger jumps into| Secular Buddhism Podcast
I'm excited to announce our first annual Secular Buddhism Podcast Community Retreat happening September 12-14, 2025 at the beautiful Drala Mountain Center in Colorado!| Secular Buddhism Podcast
In this episode, I explore gratitude as a natural byproduct of awareness, interdependence, and impermanence. Through the lens of Buddhist teachings, including the metaphor of Indra’s net and the Zen story of “The Cup Is Already Broken,” I share how mindfulness reveals the interconnectedness of all things and inspires| Secular Buddhism Podcast
After nearly a decade of hosting the Secular Buddhism Podcast, I've distilled 30 of my favorite life lessons inspired by Buddhist wisdom. These nuggets have profoundly shaped my daily life and they represent the core teachings I strive to practice. I hope these resonate with you. Which one stands out| Secular Buddhism Podcast
