

Secular Buddhism
Noah Rasheta
Don't use what you learn from Buddhism to be a Buddhist. Use it to be a better whatever-you-already-are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 26, 2017 • 28min
43 - No Cows, No Problems
The podcast explores the theme of attachment to possessions through a story about a farmer losing his cows. It discusses the suffering that arises from attachment and applies the lessons to everyday life. The importance of non-attachment for attaining happiness is emphasized. The concept of letting go and finding peace is explored, along with the pain of letting go of one's identity as an entrepreneur. The podcast also touches on the importance of accepting impermanence and upcoming workshops and resources.

Jun 14, 2017 • 28min
42 - We Didn't Sign Up For This
The podcast explores waking up to life and not signing up for it. It emphasizes the importance of embracing uncertainty and letting go of expectations. It also discusses the concept of choice and predestination in different faith traditions. Shifting perspective and self-reflection in relationships are also explored.

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May 23, 2017 • 52min
41 - Life On The Buddhist Path
This podcast explores the Buddhist path to enlightenment, focusing on the Eightfold Path and its key areas of life. It discusses concepts such as taking refuge in Buddhism, wise understanding and view of reality, wise intent, and cultivating wise effort. The hosts also share their personal experiences as Buddhist ministers and emphasize the importance of impermanence in the path towards awakening.

May 9, 2017 • 6min
Guided Meditation - Death & Impermanence
This is a guided meditation on death and impermanence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 9, 2017 • 30min
40 - Dealing Mindfully With Grief And Loss
This podcast explores the stages of grief, the role of mindfulness in healing, acceptance of impermanence, coping with loss, and the power of mindfulness. It also includes a guided meditation on impermanence and gratitude in the present moment.

Apr 25, 2017 • 48min
39 - What is Enlightenment?
Exploring the concept of enlightenment in Buddhism, the illusion of separation, impermanence, authenticity, relativity of concepts, interdependence, and embracing life's mysteries.

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Apr 13, 2017 • 26min
38 - Life With And Without Beliefs
This podcast explores the role of beliefs in shaping our perception of reality and the suffering that arises when reality doesn't align with our beliefs. It discusses the shift from a geocentric to a heliocentric view of the universe as an example of adaptability and open-mindedness. The concept of impermanence and its impact on our desire for others to change is also explored. Finding peace and contentment through acceptance, without the desire for change, is discussed as well.

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Mar 22, 2017 • 35min
37 - The Art Of Self-Compassion
Explores the concept of self-compassion and its benefits, the importance of cultivating compassion, personal experience of overcoming setbacks through self-compassion, navigating discomfort with self-compassion, and the importance of self-compassion for personal transformation and making a positive impact on the world.

Mar 7, 2017 • 27min
36 - Looking Deeply At Suffering
Explore the link between suffering and desire, interdependence in Buddhism, using mindfulness to address suffering, embracing radical okayness, and the transformative power of patience in shifting perceptions of suffering.

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Feb 9, 2017 • 44min
35 - The Pillars Of Joy
The podcast explores the 8 pillars of joy and the difference between happiness and joy, emphasizing the cultivation of joy as an attitude. It discusses acceptance, impermanence, forgiveness, gratitude, compassion, and generosity as essential aspects of a joyful life.


