
Tara Brach
Tara Brach, Ph.D is an internationally known meditation teacher and author of bestselling Radical Acceptance and True Refuge. Tara shares a weekly guided meditation and talk that blend Western psychology and Eastern spiritual practices. The podcast addresses the value of mindfulness meditation and self-compassion in relieving emotional suffering, serving spiritual awakening and bringing healing to our world.
Latest episodes

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Jul 17, 2025 • 55min
The Healing Power of Imagination: Transform Yourself and the World, Part 2
Dive into the transformative power of imagination and presence, exploring how they can free us from fear and separation. Hear captivating stories demonstrating how shifting perspectives fosters empathy and understanding. Discover the call to reimagine our identities amidst societal chaos, emphasizing collective action and support. Learn how moral imagination has led to social change throughout history, encouraging engagement with adversity. This enriching conversation inspires connection, reflection, and dreaming toward a more compassionate future.

Jul 17, 2025 • 21min
Meditation: Pathway to Inner Peace (20:41 min.)
Explore the concept of peace as an unjudged moment, inviting acceptance and presence. Discover how guided meditation can help you connect with your feelings and sensations. Learn the importance of meeting experiences with kindness and a gentle awareness. Engage in practices that foster balance and wisdom, leading you to a deeper sense of inner peace.

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Jul 10, 2025 • 1h 3min
The Healing Power of Imagination: Transform Yourself and the World, Part 1
Dive into a transformative exploration of spiritual imagination and mindfulness. Discover how fear can limit our connections and fuel division, yet mindful presence can awaken our innate goodness. Learn how imagination acts as a catalyst for personal and collective change, allowing us to transcend limitations. Reflect on embracing imperfections and cultivating self-acceptance through compassionate practices. Engage in stories and inquiries that inspire resilience and a hopeful vision for a connected future.

Jul 10, 2025 • 19min
Meditation: Resting in Wakeful Presence (18:55 min.)
This meditation explores deep body awareness by inviting listeners to connect with their sensations and feelings. It emphasizes the contrast between the ever-changing surface of the sea and the stillness beneath it. The session culminates in a reflective practice, encouraging participants to extend blessings to themselves and their surroundings, promoting a sense of interconnectedness and peace.

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Jul 3, 2025 • 1h 4min
Namaste: Honoring the Light in All Beings
Explore the sacred ritual of Namaste as a means to recognize the light within ourselves and others. Discover how mindfulness can help us transcend our conditioned identities and reconnect with our inherent goodness. Heartfelt stories illustrate the transformative journey of compassion, even in the face of deep harm. Hear about personal growth through the metaphor of caterpillars transforming into butterflies. Finally, witness a remarkable tale of forgiveness that highlights the profound impact of love and connection in healing.

Jul 3, 2025 • 19min
Meditation: From Head to Full Being
The discussion explores how mental distractions can disconnect us from our true selves. A guided meditation encourages mindful breathing and body awareness to foster a sense of presence. Listeners are invited to transcend the noise of virtual reality and reconnect with their heart and spirit. The journey emphasizes the importance of stillness and embracing the vastness of our being.

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Jun 26, 2025 • 56min
Stories That Imprison Our Heart - Part 2
The discussion tackles how fear-based stories imprison our hearts and shape our reality. It emphasizes the power of perception and reframing narratives to foster emotional resilience. Examining personal beliefs reveals how they confine us and contribute to suffering. Through vulnerability and mindfulness, listeners are encouraged to confront their limiting narratives. Astonishingly, the transformative impact of these approaches can rekindle deep connections, liberating individuals to embrace authentic belonging and compassion.

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Jun 26, 2025 • 24min
Meditation: Arriving in Embodied Presence (23:59 min)
Discover the art of embodied presence with a soothing guided meditation. Learn to awaken your senses and relax into your breath, cultivating mindfulness as you soften tension. This practice encourages a spacious awareness, helping you connect deeply with the here and now. Experience the beauty of stillness and self-compassion as you journey through visualization techniques and mindful breathing. It’s a perfect way to ground yourself and simply be in the moment.

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Jun 19, 2025 • 58min
Stories That Imprison Our Heart - Part 1
Dive into the intricate ways our fear-based stories shape our lives and identities. Discover how collective myths have driven human progress yet can also lead to suffering. Unpack the historical context of dominance and examine the narratives that imprison our hearts. Journey through personal reflections that highlight the power of mindfulness and compassion in transforming fear into healing. This exploration encourages a deeper connection to our shared humanity and the freedom found in letting go of limiting stories.

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Jun 19, 2025 • 16min
Meditation: Homecoming to Our Life Breath (16:06 min.)
Discover the power of mindful breathing as a pathway to presence. This guided meditation leads you to reconnect with your breath, promoting relaxation and calmness. You'll learn to observe and embrace breath sensations, using them to anchor your awareness amidst distractions. The journey encourages a peaceful mind and a joyful heart, reminding you to return to your breath as a source of comfort in the waves of life.