

Ep. 257 – Fireside Chat with Christina Feldman
Jan 28, 2025
Christina Feldman, a longtime dharma teacher and co-founder of Gaia House, shares her journey from unexpectedly landing in India to becoming a prominent voice in Buddhist mindfulness. She discusses the transformative power of early meditation experiences and the significance of compassion in understanding dukkha, or suffering. Their conversation explores the balance between empathy and self-care, highlighting the role of fear in human suffering. Christina emphasizes practical paths to nurture equanimity and cultivate nirvana in everyday life.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Meditation: Early Influences, Equanimity, and Community Practice
03:12 • 3min
Journey of Mindfulness and Transformation
06:30 • 33min
Understanding Dukkha: Compassion and Vulnerability
39:06 • 12min
The Balance of Compassion and Self-Care
51:17 • 36min
Exploring Fear's Role in Human Suffering
01:27:05 • 2min
Cultivating Nirvana in Daily Life
01:28:44 • 5min