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Vinny Ferraro

Meditation teacher and practitioner. He is a staff and listener favorite on the podcast.

Top 5 podcasts with Vinny Ferraro

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195 snips
Jan 1, 2025 • 1h 7min

A Radical Buddhist Approach To Making This The Best Year Of Your Life | Vinny Ferraro

In this engaging discussion, Vinny Ferraro, a seasoned Dharma teacher and Guiding Teacher of the Big Heart City Sangha, shares transformative insights on life and death. He emphasizes the power of contemplating mortality to enhance mindfulness and personal growth. Vinny introduces practical practices like the 'five Daily Remembrances' and 'life reviews' that inspire listeners to live intentionally. He also highlights his work with at-risk populations, revealing how confronting our mortality can lead to compassion and deeper connections.
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171 snips
May 8, 2024 • 1h 6min

Three Buddhist Practices For Getting Your Sh*t Together | Vinny Ferraro

Vinny Ferraro, a renowned Dharma teacher and Guiding Teacher of the Big Heart City Sangha, shares his intriguing insights on Buddhism and personal growth. He emphasizes the importance of aligning internal experiences and the practice of 'noting' to foster mindfulness. Vinny discusses the art of being an 'empathetic witness' to oneself and reflects on the ties between family dynamics and personal suffering. He also explores techniques for redirecting awareness, managing emotions, and cultivating compassion, highlighting transformative paths toward healing.
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122 snips
Sep 21, 2025 • 18min

How To Make Time for the Things You Actually Care About | Vinny Ferraro

Vinny Ferraro, a meditation teacher and this month's featured educator, shares his insights on mindfulness and time management. He challenges the common excuse of not having time by emphasizing the importance of living in the moment. Vinny offers practical tips like two-minute resets and morning meditation practices that are non-negotiable. His refreshing approach encourages listeners to prioritize presence over productivity, proving that meditation can fit into even the busiest of schedules.
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115 snips
Aug 22, 2025 • 20min

How To Handle Your Demons | Vinny Ferraro

Join Vinny Ferraro, a beloved meditation teacher, as he shares insights on aligning your mindset in a chaotic world. He dives into the transformative power of choosing your thoughts and attitudes, likening our minds to a treacherous neighborhood filled with neurotic patterns. Vinny also discusses the significance of cultivating loving-kindness and compassion, even in challenging environments. With a focus on mindfulness, he encourages listeners to embrace their inherent goodness and empowers them to create more meaningful connections.
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82 snips
Nov 6, 2024 • 1h 8min

An Episode For The Over-Thinkers and The Stressed | Matthew Brensilver, Vinny Ferraro, Kaira Jewel Lingo

In a thought-provoking discussion, DJ Cashmere, the executive producer behind the scenes, teams up with Matthew Brensilver, a Buddhist teacher experienced in addiction pharmacotherapy, and Vinny Ferraro, who teaches at various meditation centers and prisons. They explore the art of letting go, emphasizing its role in reducing stress and fostering acceptance. Soft Belly Meditation is introduced as a practical technique to embrace emotions. Listeners are inspired to navigate life's challenges through surrender, self-compassion, and mindfulness.

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