Mark Epstein, MD

Psychiatrist Mark Epstein, blending Buddhism and therapy, discusses ego's role in relationships, distractions fueling anxieties, and ways to change our relationship with our egos. He explores love's impact on ego, attachment issues, and mindfulness in fostering healthy connections.

Psychotherapist and author, Mark Epstein, MD, discusses the impact of the unchecked ego on our lives, combining insights from Buddhism and psychotherapy. They explore Buddhist teachings on unsatisfactoriness and clinging, the importance of developing a healthy ego and self-esteem, the confusion surrounding the concept of self in Buddhism, and the power of letting go of fear. They also touch on the consciousness of octopuses, the realities of meditation and mindfulness, and the drawbacks of putting too much emphasis on mindfulness in psychotherapy.