
Eckhart Tolle: Essential Teachings
Oprah Winfrey is delighted to introduce a new weekly podcast series from one of the great spiritual thinkers of our time: Eckhart Tolle. Eckhart’s wisdom will help you learn to quiet your mind, separate your ego from your true self and live a fully present life. Essential Teachings by Eckhart will provide a path to discover an enlightened state of consciousness. Oprah says Eckhart transformed her life and hopes these Essential Teachings will inspire you to seek your own higher purpose.
Latest episodes

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Jun 5, 2025 • 58min
Essential Teachings Special: Awakening Right Where You Are
Discover the illusion of happiness tied to external achievements and embrace the journey of spiritual growth. Explore how to find inner peace amid mental clutter and view challenges as vital opportunities for evolution. Eckhart invites listeners to awaken to universal consciousness, emphasizing our interconnected nature. Shift your perspective on life's difficulties to respond with clarity and presence, fostering deeper connections and understanding. Embrace the essence of consciousness and the harmony between being and doing to enrich your daily experience.

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May 29, 2025 • 55min
Essential Teachings Special: Releasing Barriers to Presence
Eckhart explores the transformative journey of spiritual awakening, emphasizing the importance of overcoming mental barriers. He discusses how excessive thinking detracts from our deeper essence and legacy. The podcast highlights words as guides to higher consciousness, encouraging listeners to go beyond intellectual understanding. It also addresses the impact of cultural conditioning on identity and self-worth. Finally, Eckhart advocates for acceptance and presence to combat life's amplified challenges, urging a shift towards inner awareness.

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May 22, 2025 • 50min
Essential Teachings Special: Presence, Healing and Wholeness
In a captivating discussion, healthcare professionals explore the balance of caring for their patients while staying ego-free. The conversation dives into how true presence can enhance relationships and healing. Suffering is seen as a catalyst for personal growth, connecting individuals with their inner selves. Mindfulness emerges as a transformative tool for achieving liberation from mental suffering. Embracing emotional challenges is highlighted as essential for spiritual development, fostering a more profound emotional intelligence in future generations.

May 15, 2025 • 53min
Essential Teachings Special: Wisdom And Stillness
Dive into the wisdom of acknowledging what we don’t know as the first step towards enlightenment. Explore the power of stillness and how it fosters creativity and egolessness. The discussion also delves into the interplay of consciousness and the divine, urging personal introspection for a transcendental experience. Further, discover how embracing the unknown can lead to genuine insight, emotional healing, and a deeper connection to the universe. Finally, learn how to use presence as a sword to cut through suffering.

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May 8, 2025 • 48min
Essential Teachings Special: Inner Spaciousness
Discover the art of integrating meditation into daily life without the pressure of performance. Learn how true peace comes from surrendering to the present moment rather than striving for calm. Explore the evolution of consciousness and the importance of emotional awareness for deeper self-understanding. Delve into the relationship between individual awareness and universal reality, while embracing the silent wisdom within. Finally, engage in mindfulness exercises that sharpen your auditory awareness, bringing you closer to the essence of existence.

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May 1, 2025 • 52min
Essential Teachings Special: Love and Connection
Original Air Date: August 19, 2021 Eckhart talks with a live audience filled with both patients and healthcare professionals, about the new consciousness emerging in medicine. Eckhart explains why there has been a lack of compassion, time and care of patients. He offers solutions on how doctors can be more fully present with their patients and get to know them on an individual basis. Eckhart also explains how illness can become an awakening, pushing us out of our ego and into a connection with our deeper self.

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Apr 24, 2025 • 44min
Essential Teachings Special: Conscious Relationships
The discussion centers on the essence of conscious relationships and the importance of presence in our interactions. Listeners learn practical strategies for managing an overactive mind and setting healthy boundaries. There's an exploration of emotional awareness and the role of acceptance in fostering better communication. Personal stories highlight the transformative power of understanding in relationships, particularly in healing past wounds. The podcast also offers insights on navigating complex family dynamics while prioritizing self-care.

Apr 17, 2025 • 49min
Essential Teachings Special: Love and Connection
Explore the fascinating relationship between love and consciousness, and how our egos create barriers between us. Discover the importance of conscious parenting amidst the challenges of modern technology, particularly with screen time. Dive into the concept of inner connection and shared consciousness for deeper human relations. Uncover how true fulfillment comes from within rather than external successes, and learn how embracing the present can mitigate suffering, especially during tough times.

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Apr 10, 2025 • 48min
Essential Teachings Special: Eckhart’s Inner Journey
Eckhart Tolle, a renowned spiritual teacher and author of The Power of Now, shares his profound personal journey and transformation. He reflects on his challenging childhood and a soul-crushing depression that led to a powerful awakening. Tolle emphasizes the power of being present and the importance of finding true fulfillment within ourselves. He discusses the transformative nature of suffering and how mindfulness can lead to deeper self-discovery and inner peace. His insights connect spirituality with the quest for authentic living, offering listeners a path to awareness.

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Apr 3, 2025 • 47min
Essential Teachings Special: Inner Peace
Eckhart Tolle, a renowned spiritual teacher and author, shares profound insights on achieving inner peace. He emphasizes that our happiness doesn't depend on external circumstances but on aligning with the present moment's 'Is-ness.' Tolle discusses the concept of formlessness, stressing the importance of realizing our true nature beyond physical identity. Through meditation and awareness, he teaches listeners how to break free from the cycle of overthinking and cultivate a deep, transformative stillness that leads to a fulfilling life.