Tara Brach

Tara and Judson Brewer discuss mindfulness and habit change to overcome unhealthy eating habits. They explore the origin of 'The Hunger Habit' book, understanding unhealthy eating habits, reflection and inquiry, the power of awareness and social support, and the role of shame in these habits.

This podcast episode focuses on the practice of true listening and using meditation to awaken a receptive presence. The speaker guides listeners through various meditation practices, including focusing on the breath, sensations in the body, emotions in the chest and belly, and aliveness in different body parts. They emphasize the importance of being open, receptive, and tender in our listening, allowing ourselves to fully experience and express our longings and fears.

This podcast explores the importance of hope on the spiritual path, its shadow side, and how we can nourish hope through three elements for inner freedom and healing. It discusses the impact of hope on health and emotions, the concept of spiritual hope, overcoming severed belonging and its effects on mental health, the transformative journey of William James, breaking free from limiting thoughts, healing through mindfulness and compassion, and the connection between hope and a timeless quality of love and presence.

Experience a guided meditation that awakens presence and connects with the earth's energy. Explore sensations and aliveness in different body parts. Relax into wakeful awareness and cultivate openheartedness through a meditation practice.

The podcast explores the importance of hope on the spiritual path, its correlation to feelings of hopelessness and depression, the power and complexity of hope, different types of hope including evolved hope, and the importance of reconnecting with one's deepest aspirations and hopes.

In this podcast, Tara Brach leads a meditation practice focused on awakening our full aliveness. The topics discussed include noticing the present moment, connecting with the body and breath, bringing awareness to different parts of the body, the dance of aliveness and the play of sound, and a guided meditation to reawaken the senses and offer a prayer.

This podcast explores the concept of true refuge and the barriers to finding it. It discusses seeking approval, false refuges, and the importance of presence. It also highlights the significance of vulnerability in relationships and how to reconnect with awareness.

This podcast explores the benefits of meditation, focusing on bringing awareness to the body and cultivating a sense of wonder. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing when we are lost in thoughts and encourages relaxation and open listening to the present moment.

Explore the challenges of pausing and the blessings that arise when we step out of our incessant mental and physical activity. Discover the power of pausing in reducing stress, cultivating wisdom, and creativity. Learn about the habit of constant activity and how it influences our primitive brain. Shift your sense of identity and transform nightmares into childhood fears with the power of pausing. Practice the art of pausing and experience wisdom, compassion, and improved relationships. Explore the wisdom of Pablo Neruda and the importance of pausing to find new life and understanding.

Explore guided meditations and mindfulness techniques to open up to the mystery of life and awaken awareness throughout the body. Discover the significance of pausing and embracing the unknown in this journey of awakening.