What wellness really means
Buddhability7 Sep 2022

What wellness really means

Today we're talking about what wellness really means from a Buddhist perspective. Our guest is Erica Stein, L.A.-based co-host of the podcast Courageous Wellness, and Buddhist practitioner. We cover everything from the powerful experiences that led to Erica beginning her own practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, to what she’s learned about wellness through producing her podcast.


CHEAT SHEET


1:55 How Erica started chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo

3:01 The family struggles that taught her the value of Buddhism

9:16 Erica’s own struggle with weight that led to a wellness journey

20:03 What it means to treasure your life

22:11 Overcoming body dysmorphia

27:22 The power of community

30:07 How to learn how to take care of yourself

33:08 Helping others is self-care

34:02 How her wellness journey inspires her work

42:07 Connections between wellness and Buddhism

45:03 Turning poison into medicine

50:22 Advice for anyone who is struggling with their wellness journey


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