Ep. 241 – The Paradox of Self and No-Self

Ep. 241 – The Paradox of Self and No-Self

Exploring life as a flowing, dynamic process, Jack shares the jewel of Buddha's awakening by unraveling the paradox of self and no-self.

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"Each of those sets of words, 'self,' and 'no-self,' are concepts or ideas or words that we use in a very crude approximation of pointing to some mystery of this process of life that's neither self nor no-self." – Jack Kornfield

In this episode, Jack mindfully illuminates:

  • Unraveling the paradox of self and no-self
  • The Jewel of the Buddha's Awakening
  • Anattā (selflessness) and how it connects with respect
  • Tales of a Magic Monastery
  • Living in the reality of expansion and contraction
  • Why Ajahn Chah shared 'self' and 'no self' both aren't true
  • The word "happy/sad" in Japanese
  • Opening to our life as a flowing, moving process
  • Becoming aware of selflessness
  • Interdependence, interconnection, codependent arising
  • Learning to respect ourself and nourish beneficial qualities
  • Developing yourself while also "losing yourself"
  • Discovering your True Self
  • The importance of integrating our spiritual practice into our lives
  • Learning to live in your body and love well


"To be really present is to connect with the mystery." – Jack Kornfield

"You develop yourself as you lose yourself." – Jack Kornfield

This Dharma Talk estimated to be recorded on 4/23/1990 was originally published on DharmaSeed.

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Ep. 304 – Finding Your Inner Light

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Ep. 303 – The Nature of Mind: Practices and Perspectives for Inner Freedom

Ep. 303 – The Nature of Mind: Practices and Perspectives for Inner Freedom

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Ep. 302 – Awakening the Lion’s Roar Within: Poetry of Courage, Compassion, and Wonder

Ep. 302 – Awakening the Lion’s Roar Within: Poetry of Courage, Compassion, and Wonder

In this inspiring poetry-infused talk, Jack weaves Rumi’s wisdom on the camel, lion, and child of the spirit into a journey from devotion, to courage, to wonder—inviting us to awaken the Buddha’s Lion...

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 Ep. 301 – The Dharma of Poetry: Rumi, Beauty, Music, and the Art of Awakening

Ep. 301 – The Dharma of Poetry: Rumi, Beauty, Music, and the Art of Awakening

Exploring poetry, beauty, and art, Jack helps his dear listeners appreciate the harmonious dichotomy of all life experiences.Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try ...

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Ep. 300 – This Very Place: Letting Go and Finding Freedom

Ep. 300 – This Very Place: Letting Go and Finding Freedom

In this rich and often humorous talk from the 1990s, Jack explores the art of letting go as the gateway to freedom, inviting us into the coolness of nirvana, and the wholeness found only here and now....

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Ep. 299 – The End of Exile: A Zen Love Story of Coming Home to Yourself

Ep. 299 – The End of Exile: A Zen Love Story of Coming Home to Yourself

In this tender and illuminating talk, Jack shares a Zen love story and a path of mindful presence that brings us home—from the stories of the mind to the truth of the heart. Through embodied awareness...

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Ep. 298 – The Dalai Lama’s Message for Modern Times: How to Live with Courage, Compassion, and Integrity

Ep. 298 – The Dalai Lama’s Message for Modern Times: How to Live with Courage, Compassion, and Integrity

From gender equity to joyful adaptation, Jack recounts how the Dalai Lama challenged teachers to reshape Buddhism for a modern world in need of heart.This Dharma Talk recorded on 03/29/93 at Spirit Ro...

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Ep. 297 – Advice from the Dalai Lama: The Fragrance of Nirvana

Ep. 297 – Advice from the Dalai Lama: The Fragrance of Nirvana

Jack shares stories and insights from a rare gathering with the Dalai Lama on what really makes a teacher, and how compassion—not titles—spreads the Dharma.Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterH...

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