Dharma Teacher, Pascal Auclair, on Meditation and Well-Being

In this episode of the Mindspace podcast, Dr. Joe speaks with Pascal Auclair about meditation and its role in cultivating well-being. They discuss: 

- Pascal’s background and how he got into practicing and teaching meditation, including some interesting stories from long retreats he has sat.
- His take on how meditation helps people live healthier and happier lives - explored through some practical examples from real life.
What people can do to enjoy some of the benefits of meditation, even if they don’t have time for long, silent retreats.
- Pascal’s perspective on the “secular mindfulness movement,” including some recent challenges from the scientific community, suggesting that all meditation teachers should develop greater sensitivity to the mental health problems that can arise in meditation.
- The reason for his commitment to Social Justice in his practice and teaching.