Ep. 265 – Reflections on Nibbana
Joseph Goldstein holds two meanings of Nibbana in equal reverence: unconditioned, unformed awareness and a transcendent state in which the mind is free from all defilements.Today's episode is brought ...
3 Sep 42min
Ep. 264 – Exploring Nibbana
Joseph Goldstein reveals how Nibbana differs from blissful meditation states and why true liberation lies beyond every conditioned experience.Today's episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give onli...
30 Jul 38min
Ep. 263 – The Certainty of Direct Experience: Q&A + Guided Practice
Touching into the selfless nature of experience, Joseph Goldstein explores uprooting the defilements through the clarity that comes from practice.Today's episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give ...
2 Jul 1h
Ep. 262 – Letting Thoughts Dissolve
Joseph Goldstein investigates the not-so-obvious delight of seeing our own arrogance (Māna), and the balance of knowing ultimate truth while living with a functional sense of “I.”Help us celebrate 10 ...
10 Jun 33min
Ep. 261 – Gradual Cultivation in Buddhist Practice
Joseph Goldstein explores gradual cultivation, highlighting that even if we are suddenly awakened, we still must have an ongoing practice to work with hindrances and ingrained habits.This episode is b...
8 Mai 41min
Ep. 260 – The Union of Relative and Ultimate Truth
Continuing his exploration of selflessness, Joseph Goldstein helps listeners live in the balance of both relative and ultimate truth.This episode is a continuation of a talk that started in episode 25...
9 Apr 40min
Ep. 259 – Selflessness, Dukkha, and Freedom
Unpacking the Buddha’s notions of self and nonself, transience and suffering, Joseph Goldstein leads listeners into the heart of liberation. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online t...
13 Mar 47min
Ep. 258 – The Goal Without the Grasp: Aspiration in Buddhist Practice
Distinguishing aspiration from striving with ego, Joseph Goldstein gives listeners permission to have a sense of purpose along their spiritual path.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give o...
5 Feb 30min
