Meditation experts Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren discuss work/life balance, equanimity, and the cliché of everything happening for a reason. They explore meditation vs. napping, handling challenges through acceptance, and embracing trust and surrender in life's unpredictability.

Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren, great meditation teachers, join Dan Harris in this lively podcast discussing topics such as liberation from medical issues, the intersection of science and mysticism in meditation teachings, transformative effects of meditation, non-efforting and creativity, Father Gregory Boyle's perspective on evil, magic and spirituality, and TV show recommendations.

Welcome to Round II of the Meditation Party. The feedback we got from our first episode was overwhelmingly positive, so we’re going for it again. Meditation Party is an experiment we’re running with a chattier format – more of a morning zoo vibe, but way deeper, of course. The real agenda here is to show that meditation doesn’t have to be a solo death march; it is vastly enhanced by having friends. Dan’s co-hosts in this episode are his two close friends: the great meditation teachers Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren. Sebene Selassie is based in Brooklyn and describes herself as a “writer, teacher, and immigrant-weirdo.” She teaches meditation on the Ten Percent Happier app and is the author of a great book called, You Belong. Jeff Warren is based in Toronto and is also a writer and meditation teacher who co-wrote the book, Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics with Dan Harris. Jeff also hosts the Consciousness Explorers podcast.In this episode, we talk to Jeff about what it’s like to be a meditation teacher who has ADHD. And even if you don’t have ADHD, there’s a lot of practical value to this conversation, because we all have unruly minds, and Jeff has found some great ways to work with this condition. We also take listener questions, discussing topics like drugs. Specifically, psychedelics — and whether you’re violating Buddhist precepts if you take them. We also talk about how frustrating it can be to repeatedly wake up from distraction in meditation. And finally, we have a segment talking about the stuff we’re psyched about right now… in which Sebene sings for us. Full Shownotes: https://www.tenpercent.com/podcast-episode/sebene-selassie-jeff-warren-601See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren discuss equanimity, attachment vs. non-attachment in meditation, managing stress, curiosity in practice, the evolution of Buddhist insight practice, personal meditation experiences, and balancing work and personal life. They explore navigating anger and inner reflection with insights from Joseph Goldstein.

Today’s episode is the first in an experimental new series called Meditation Party. Dan takes listener calls with fellow meditators Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren and get candid about their practices and dealing with lifeSebene Selassie is based in Brooklyn and describes herself as a “writer, teacher, and immigrant-weirdo.” She teaches meditation on the Ten Percent Happier app and is the author of a great book called, You Belong. Jeff Warren is based in Toronto and is also a writer and meditation teacher who co-wrote the book, Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics with Dan Harris. Jeff also hosts the Consciousness Explorers podcast.Call (508) 656-0540 to have your question answered during the Meditation Party!Full Shownotes: https://www.tenpercent.com/podcast-episode/sebene-selassie-jef-warren-553See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sebene Selassie, a meditation teacher and three-time cancer survivor, shares her journey of feeling like an outsider and finding belonging through meditation. She emphasizes how acknowledging our sensations and emotions can transform our understanding of reality. The discussion touches on the power of hope as a catalyst for change and encourages listeners to cultivate acceptance of their experiences. Sebene also highlights the importance of individual freedom in fostering collective well-being, making this a profound exploration of inner peace.

Sebene Selassie, author of You Belong, shares insights on finding true belonging by connecting within ourselves. The podcast explores the paradoxes of oneness and separation, the relationship between Eastern traditions and the music scene in DC, and the importance of holding fluid identities. It also discusses the significance of meditation in developing clarity and connecting with the body as a path to a good life.

Sebene Selassie, a meditation teacher and writer focused on personal liberation, joins Jeff Warren, a dynamic meditation instructor known for his engaging teaching style. They discuss the challenges of meditation, including anxiety and feelings of isolation. The conversation emphasizes community support and shares tips for parents encountering chaos. They also explore the distinction between grief and mourning, practical techniques to enhance mindfulness, and the transformative power of engaging with emotions.

Explore creative rhythms, self-reliance through solo travel, and the power of going towards love with Sebene Selassie. Reflect on acknowledging accomplishments, documenting life events, reconnecting with roots, and embracing growth amid societal turmoil. Dive into the importance of aligning efforts with resonant energy and focusing on positivity and love.

In this gentle meditation, Sebene offers support for grief. She guides you through a practice of kindness and compassion for yourself.About Sebene Selassie:Growing up, Sebene felt like a big weirdo. Born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and raised in white neighborhoods in Washington, D.C., she was a tomboy Black girl who loved Monty Python and UB40. She never believed she belonged. Thirty years ago, she began studying Buddhism as an undergraduate at McGill University where she majored in Comparative Religious Studies. Now, Sebene is a teacher, author, and speaker who teaches that meditation can help us remember our inherent sense of belonging, that our individual freedom affects absolutely everyone and everything, and that our collective freedom depends on each and every one of us. Sebene is a three-time cancer survivor of Stage III and IV cancer.To find this meditation in the Ten Percent Happier app, you can search for “Working with Grief.” You can hear Sebene, along with teacher Jeff Warren, on the Meditation Party episodes:#553. Meditation Party: The Sh*t Is Fertilizer Edition#601: Meditation Party: Psychedelics, ADHD, Waking Up from Distraction, and Singing Without Being Self-ConsciousMore info on the upcoming Omega Institute Retreat (available in-person and virtually) with Dan, Sebene, and Jeff is here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.