Perennial Wisdom

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Ron Siegel, the author of the new book The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary. Dr. Siegel is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School, where he has taught for over three decades. He is a longtime student of mindfulness meditation and is a faculty and board member at the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy. In the conversation, Ron and I discuss:  The good news of being ordinary Why we compare ourselves with others How to think about self-esteem The role of mindfulness and self-acceptance How to navigate disappointments Wisdom in daily life and much more Connect with Dr. Ron Siegel: drronsiegel.com/ Follow In Search of Wisdom: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdom Instagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcast Sign-up for The PATH, our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Kelly Flanagan (a returning guest on the show) and the author of True Companions, Loveable, and a forthcoming novel titled The Unhiding of Elijah Campbell. Kelly is a clinical psychologist by day, a writer by night, a consultant and speaker in my free time, and an ordinary human, husband, father, and friend in the midst of it all. You can learn more about Kelly’s work in the world at drkellyflanagan.com.  In the conversation, Kelly and I discuss: The importance of loving yourself The role of self-acceptance Letting go of control Both/And thinking Love and courage Nietzsche’s concept of Amor Fati and much more Follow In Search of Wisdom: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdom Instagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcast Sign-up for The PATH, our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Andrew Lynn, the author of Classic Spirituality for the Modern Man. Andrew is a lawyer, writer, and author of the ‘Classics for the Modern Man series. His mission as a writer is to draw upon classic texts and traditional wisdom to help us answer some of the most profound questions we face. The Classics for the Modern Man series include Classic Philosophy, Classic Political Philosophy, and Classic Ethics.   In the conversation, Andrew and I discuss: Finding harmony in the Tao Te Ching Blaise Pascal and the role of faith Schopenhauer and the vanity of existence Nietzsche’s meaning behind the phrase “God is Dead.” Spiritual Wisdom in daily life and much more Connect with Andrew Lynn:  andrewlynn.com/ Follow In Search of Wisdom: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdom Instagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcast Sign-up for The PATH, our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is John Sellars, the author of the new book The Pocket Epicurean. Professor Sellars is a Reader in Philosophy at Royal Holloway, University of London, a Visiting Research Fellow at King's College London. He is also the author of Lessons in Stoicism, The Art of Living, and many others. In the conversation, John and I discuss:Finding TranquilityThe Wisdom of NatureWhat we actually need to live a good lifeHow the Stoics and Epicureans viewed the role of virtueHow to think about emotionsWisdom in daily life and much moreConnect with John Sellars:  johnsellars.org.uk/Follow In Search of Wisdom:Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelTwitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdomInstagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcastSign-up for The PATH, our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Owen Flanagan, the author of the new book How to Do Things with Emotions. Owen is the James B. Duke Distinguished Professor of Philosophy and professor of psychology and neuroscience at Duke University. Owen is also the author of The Geography of Morals, The Problem of the Soul, and others.   In the conversation, Owen and I discuss:Philosophy and emotionsThe study of anger across culturesHow to let go of deeply held emotionsMaking sense of shameWisdom in daily life and much moreConnect with Owen Flanagan: scholars.duke.edu/person/ojfFollow In Search of Wisdom:Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelTwitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdomInstagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcastSign-up for The PATH, our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom). Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Stephen Cope the author of the new book The Dharma in Difficult Times: Finding Your Calling in Times of Loss, Change, Struggle, and Doubt. Stephen is a best-selling author and scholar who specializes in the relationship between the Eastern contemplative traditions and Western depth psychology. Stephen is a repeat guest on the show! We spoke around a year ago to discuss his book The Great Work of Your Life. In the conversation, Stephen and I discuss:The meaning of DharmaDisorienting Dilemma’sMaking sense of sufferingThe benefits of contemplationLetting go of the outcomeWisdom in daily life and much moreConnect with Stephen Cope: stephencope.com/Follow In Search of Wisdom:Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelTwitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdomInstagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcastSign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom). Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Cory Allen the author of Now is the Way: An Unconventional Approach to Modern Mindfulness. Cory is a meditation teacher, audio engineer, and host of the Astral Hustle podcast where he connects with experts in mindfulness, neuroscience, and philosophy.In the conversation, Cory and I discuss: Meditating on mortalityImpermanence in daily lifeThe limits of perceptionHow to think about self-improvementWisdom in daily life and much more Connect with Cory Allen: cory-allen.com/ Follow In Search of Wisdom:Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelTwitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdomInstagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcastSign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom). Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guests are Judith Valente and Br. Paul Quenon the authors of the new book How to Be: A Monk and a Journalist Reflect on Living & Dying, Purpose & Prayer, Forgiveness & Friendship. In the conversation, we discuss: Discerning your pathBecoming a personThe purpose of lifeHow meditation helps us Be in the worldThe role of friendshipWisdom in daily life and much moreJudith Valente is an award-winning author, journalist, poet, and essayist. She is a former staff writer for The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post. And today she is a sought-after speaker and retreat leader on living a more contemplative life, discovering inner wisdom through poetry, and finding meaning in your work.Brother Paul Quenon, OCSO, entered the Trappists in 1958 at the renowned Abbey of Gethsemani in Kentucky at the age of 17. Thomas Merton was his novice master and spiritual director. Quenon is the author of 9 collections of poetry and his memoir is titled, In Praise of the Useless Life. Follow In Search of Wisdom:Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelTwitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdomInstagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcastSign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom). Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In today’s episode, I'm sharing another response to the question What is wisdom? The response comes from my conversation with Dr. Beverly Lanzetta the author of many books from A New Silence, The Monk Within, and Sacred Seasons (a new daily reader). Beverly is a theologian, spiritual teacher, and the author of many ground­breaking books on global spirituality and new monasticism. Dedicated to a vision of theological openness and spiritual nonviolence, her work has won praise for its wisdom, eloquence, and mystical insight and is considered to be a major contribution to a feminine mystical path for the 21st century.  Follow In Search of Wisdom:Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelTwitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdomInstagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcastSign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom). Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Joshua Knabb the author of Christian Meditation in Clinical Practice. Dr. Knabb is a Board-Certified Clinical Psychologist with research interests in mindfulness-based therapies, the psychology of religion and spirituality, and Christian meditative and contemplative practices.In the conversation, we discuss: Searching for wisdomContemplative practicesNavigating our thoughtsTranscending the selfWisdom in daily life and much moreBook mentioned: A Liberated Mind by Steven Hayes Connect with Dr. Joshua Knabb: joshuaknabb.com/Follow In Search of Wisdom:Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelTwitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdomInstagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcastSign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom). Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe