

Tara Brach
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.
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Jun 12, 2025 • 47min
The Revolution of Tenderness - Part 2
Explore the power of tenderness and compassion through a heartwarming story of an old monk and a mouse. Laugh along with the struggle of remembering names at events, illustrating the awkwardness of human connections. Delve into the negativity bias that affects our perceptions, urging a shift towards positivity. Learn the importance of kindness and vulnerability through personal stories and guided meditations that encourage deeper relationships. Experience reflections on modern culture's challenges and the miracles of our world.

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Jun 12, 2025 • 20min
Meditation: Breathing into Presence (19:46 min)
Discover how the breath serves as a powerful gateway to heightened awareness. This meditation guides you through deep breathing techniques that promote relaxation and mindfulness. By embracing the present moment, you connect more deeply with your essence. Experience the profound peace and vitality that comes from simply being, as you explore the concept of the universe breathing with you.

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Jun 5, 2025 • 60min
The Revolution of Tenderness - Part 1
Discover the transformative power of tenderness and its role in fostering connection. The discussion highlights how emotional awareness combats fear and promotes belonging. Personal stories illustrate the shift from self-centeredness to heart-centered thinking. Delve into self-compassion as a way to heal past traumas and enhance relationships. Embracing vulnerability is emphasized as a pathway to deeper connections, urging listeners to cultivate compassion in times of challenge.

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Jun 5, 2025 • 19min
Meditation: Awake Awareness is Our Home (19:08 min)
Dive into a transformative guided meditation that enhances your awareness and sensory experience. Relax and discover the alert presence that's always within reach. This practice culminates with a touching loving-kindness segment, promoting compassion for yourself and those around you. Embrace the reality that your true home is rooted in awareness and presence.

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May 29, 2025 • 1h 6min
Introduction to Mindfulness: The Power of Heart Presence, Part 5
In a compelling conclusion, the session emphasizes infusing mindfulness into daily interactions for deeper connections. It highlights the transformative nature of presence amidst life's challenges and offers practical tools like creating phone-free zones to enhance focus. Mindful communication is explored, showcasing the power of attentive listening and vulnerability in relationships. By fostering compassion and recognizing goodness in others, listeners are guided to cultivate love and authenticity, making mindfulness a healing journey for both personal and societal growth.

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May 29, 2025 • 18min
Meditation: Lighting Up Your Energy Body
Explore the intriguing concept of awakening your energy body through mindful breathing. Learn how to use breath to enhance body awareness and relaxation. Discover a powerful connection between your personal energy and the universe. Awakening your inner luminosity opens pathways to radiant awareness. The meditation guides you to rest in the expansive field of consciousness, fostering a deep sense of interconnectedness. It's a journey into the vibrancy of being!

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May 22, 2025 • 54min
Introduction to Mindfulness: Mindfulness of Thoughts – Part 4
Dive into the fascinating world of mindfulness as thoughts are explored and examined. Discover how automatic thinking can trap us, obscuring our joy and spiritual essence. Learn impactful mindfulness practices designed to break free from suffering caused by negative patterns. Engage in meditation techniques that emphasize letting go and enhancing mental clarity. Through storytelling and guided practices, reconnect with the present moment and deepen your awareness of life's intricacies.

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May 22, 2025 • 18min
Meditation: Cultivating a Mindful Awareness
Explore the transformative power of mindfulness as the discussion dives into the art of paying attention to the present moment. A guided meditation offers techniques to connect breath with body, fostering relaxation and awareness. Participants are urged to observe their sensations without judgment, creating space for deeper self-exploration. Discover how intentional focus can enhance your daily life and unlock a greater sense of presence.

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May 15, 2025 • 54min
Introduction to Mindfulness: The Power of Heart Presence – Part 3 (of a 5-week series)
This session dives into the rise of mindfulness in Western culture, highlighting its role in fostering compassion and acceptance. A heartfelt story of kindness showcases how mindful interactions can elevate everyday relationships. The discussion emphasizes emotional awareness, revealing how navigating difficult feelings can deepen connections. Personal accounts illustrate how mindfulness can transform anger into empathy, while embracing emotions with kindness opens doors to personal growth. It’s all about meeting life's challenges with presence and love.

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May 15, 2025 • 21min
Meditation: Living Presence with Body Scan
Discover the transformative power of a body scan meditation that enhances relaxation and awareness. Listeners learn to connect deeply with their senses, visualizing a smile to foster present-moment acceptance. The practice encourages returning to formless awareness as distractions arise, ultimately cultivating a richer connection with sounds, sensations, and the ebb and flow of experience.


