Ep. 8 - Transforming Darkness

Ep. 8 - Transforming Darkness

In attempting to draw light into our lives, we inevitably encounter the intrinsic darkness that surrounds our existence. Our task, as honorable beings, is to avoid letting the ignorant darkness take over our hearts, while simultaneously not averting our gaze. In meditation, we confront the full spectrum of experience, acknowledging these darker forces, and discovering the capacity to respond from a place of loving awareness. It will require the courage to act, but as the Buddha said, “If you can learn to dwell in your heart, offering love to all beings, that will be protection wherever you go’. Episode Outline: • 2 Kinds of Darkness - Fertile (From which all things arise - contains the potential of creation) and Blind/Unconscious (Operates below our basic level of awareness, often requires uncovering/recognition) • Practice - When we honor our meditation practice, we see everything - the full spectrum of our experience • Our Task - As honorable beings, we mustn’t let the outer (ignorant) darkness consume our hearts, while, simultaneously, not averting our eyes. • Violence - Has almost always been a part of our culture - What are the causes and conditions that create these negative aspects? We have to mourn tragedy, but also stand up for a different world. The darkness must be met with an equal force of love and courage • Dwell in the Heart - Never cease to offer love to all beings See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Ep. 39 - Emptiness and the Power of Love

Ep. 39 - Emptiness and the Power of Love

An exploration of the ways in which the quiet mind and open heart lead to wisdom, depth, and love. Our practice itself is an act of Love that gives us the ability to be present for all of humanity. Ou...

22 Tammi 20161h

Ep. 38 - Dark Matters with Duncan Trussell and Dustin Marshall

Ep. 38 - Dark Matters with Duncan Trussell and Dustin Marshall

Jack sits down with fellow podcast patrons, Duncan Trussell and Dustin Marshall, for an in-depth discussion about navigating some of the darkest corners of the emotional spectrum. We are encouraged to...

8 Tammi 201642min

Ep. 37 - Awakening is Always Possible

Ep. 37 - Awakening is Always Possible

A gentle reminder that the possibility of awakening exists in every moment, and in every circumstance. Liberation comes not through suppression or by fighting against ourselves, but rather by resting ...

27 Joulu 20151h 1min

Ep. 36 - The Ten Perfections

Ep. 36 - The Ten Perfections

Jack outlines the Ten Perfections within Buddhism that naturally arise in the stillness and steadiness of our practice. These qualities can be developed and applied in any situation and are extremely ...

11 Joulu 201558min

Ep. 35 - Wisdom and the Characteristics of Life

Ep. 35 - Wisdom and the Characteristics of Life

In embracing our humanity, we move into the pure awareness of our own true nature, learning to live wisely and discovering freedom and compassion regardless of circumstance. The path is not about atta...

27 Marras 201558min

Ep. 34 - Emptiness, Creativity, and Joy

Ep. 34 - Emptiness, Creativity, and Joy

Jack describes the beauty of the awakened mind and heart that arises naturally when we can empty ourselves of the burden of identity. The reality of the present is all there is, and in fully embodying...

13 Marras 201540min

Ep. 33 - Compassion As We Take Action

Ep. 33 - Compassion As We Take Action

Jack weaves a tender web of allegorical expression regarding our natural call toward compassionate action. We learn to not seek satisfaction in the results, but in the value, rightness and truth of th...

2 Marras 201540min

Ep. 32 - The Fruits of Practice

Ep. 32 - The Fruits of Practice

In practice there is an invitation to shift from the real-time experiences to the spacious and open heart of wisdom, ease, and graciousness. Through dedication to our practice we begin to find the tru...

17 Loka 20151h 5min

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