GuoGu (Dr. Jimmy Yu)
Buddhist teacher and academic who founded the Tallahassee Chan Center and teaches Chan/Zen practices; professor of Buddhism and East Asian religions and author of books such as The Essence of Chan and Silent Illumination.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 1h 16min
How To Be Less Tense | GuoGu
GuoGu, also known as Dr. Jimmy Yu, is a Buddhist teacher and professor specializing in Chan/Zen practices. In this conversation, he shares insights on embodied experiencing as a way to combat overthinking and discusses how our senses influence judgments. GuoGu introduces the practice of wonderment to foster curiosity over fear. He also offers practical relaxation techniques for pain relief during meditation, and highlights how to integrate mindfulness into daily life. Transforming challenges into opportunities for growth is a key takeaway.
