
Heart Wisdom with Jack Kornfield
The Jack Kornfield Heart Wisdom hour celebrates Jack’s ability to mash up his long established Buddhist practices with many other mystical traditions, revealing the poignancy of life’s predicaments and the path to finding freedom from self-interest, self-judgment and unhappiness.
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Sep 10, 2024 • 58min
Ep. 255 – Listening to the Song of the Present Moment
Jack Kornfield, a renowned mindfulness and meditation teacher, invites listeners to embrace the 'song of the present moment.' He explores the challenges of truly being present, highlighting the interplay of joy and sorrow. Kornfield discusses how love intertwines with presence and emphasizes the importance of breath awareness. He shares insights on the fluidity of enlightenment, the healing power of connecting with emotions, and the significance of recognizing life as dynamic rhythms. Dive into the beauty of life's impermanence and the essence of mindful living.

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Sep 2, 2024 • 36min
Ep. 254 – Healing the Unfinished Business of the Heart
Jack Kornfield, a renowned meditation teacher and author, dives into the depths of healing the heart. He discusses how to navigate grief and the unfinished business of our emotions, encouraging compassion and vulnerability. The conversation highlights the importance of self-acceptance and connecting with our true nature, presenting meditation as a courageous act. Kornfield emphasizes that the mind should not be taken seriously, advocating for a heart-centered approach to life, allowing healing through understanding emptiness and interconnectedness.

Aug 28, 2024 • 34min
Ep. 253 – Healing Through Meditation: An In-Body Experience
In this enlightening discussion, Jack Kornfield, a renowned Buddhist teacher, dives deep into the power of meditation for healing and transformation. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating an ‘in-body experience’ to embrace emotions and present-moment awareness. The conversation touches on societal addictions and the need for compassion, as well as the profound healing that reconnecting with our senses can provide. Jack also shares stories about mindfulness, the Buddha's teachings, and finding joy amidst suffering, inviting listeners to transform their lives through inner connection.

Aug 19, 2024 • 47min
Ep. 252 – The Miracle of Awakening: Finding Freedom in Everyday Life
Join Jack Kornfield, a leading expert in Buddhist meditation, as he delves into the transformative essence of awakening. He reflects on the Buddha's enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree and its impact on our lives. Discover how embracing life's challenges can lead to profound joy and presence. Jack shares insights on identity, parenting, and cultivating patience in a hectic world. He emphasizes the beauty of everyday moments and the importance of mindfulness, inviting listeners to explore the art of awakening in daily life.

Aug 13, 2024 • 56min
Ep. 251 – The Listening Heart
Jack Kornfield, a renowned teacher of Buddhist meditation, shares profound insights on the power of compassionate listening to navigate life's challenges. He discusses how mindful presence can transform adversity into opportunity, emphasizing the importance of deep listening for personal and collective awakening. Kornfield highlights the playful bond between influential figures like the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Tutu, and he tells a touching story about Tibetan physician Dr. Yeshi Dhonden, underscoring that the heart holds the key to addressing the world's conflicts.

Aug 6, 2024 • 34min
Ep. 250 – The Practice of Meditation with Jeffrey Mishlove
In this insightful conversation, renowned meditation teacher Jack Kornfield shares his wisdom on the intersection of Western psychology and Eastern spirituality. He discusses the purpose of meditation for happiness and self-acceptance, emphasizing mindfulness in daily life. Kornfield delves into the core principles of Buddhist practice—generosity, ethics, and heart training—while addressing spiritual bypassing. The talk also covers overcoming fears and the healing power of meditative awareness, making this a treasure trove for those seeking deeper inner life.

Jul 30, 2024 • 59min
Ep. 249 – Mindfulness: The Gateway to Liberation
Jack Kornfield, a leading figure in mindfulness and Buddhist teachings, delves into how mindfulness serves as a gateway to liberation. He discusses the Buddha’s Eightfold Path and the importance of sacred attention. Listeners learn about the power of the silent witness amidst suffering and how embracing impermanence can deepen self-awareness. Kornfield explores practical methods for cultivating mindfulness in daily life, transforming personal emotions, and fostering connection with the timeless essence of existence.

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Jul 24, 2024 • 55min
Ep. 248 – Sacred Effort
Exploring wise effort in spiritual practice, embracing impermanence, and disentangling from negative patterns. Jack shares insights on living fully, balancing life, and nurturing equanimity, joy, and beauty. Embracing the mysteries of life, trusting the heart's response, and finding blessings in challenges.

Jul 15, 2024 • 1h
Ep, 247 – Living the Dharma
Jack Kornfield discusses navigating spiritual cycles, living the Dharma, embracing openness, stillness, and intimacy. Talks about Rumi's wisdom, Buddhist meditation on death, overcoming self-judgment, and the Dalai Lama's advice on life reflections.

Jul 9, 2024 • 49min
Ep. 246 – The Simplicity of Goodness
Jack Kornfield explores the simplicity of goodness and virtue, discussing Buddhism, non-harming, honesty, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Amma-ji, Buddha Nature, Rumi's poem, interdependence, and Napoleon's spirit. Emphasizes the innate love for honesty and the interconnectedness of all beings.
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