

Dharmapunx NYC
josh korda
Josh Korda’s talks at Dharmapunx NYC . To support the teachings one can donate using venmo (dharmapunxnyc) or the paypal button on our website, dharmapunxnyc.com, or patreon.com/dharmapunxnyc.
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Apr 6, 2025 • 60min
The Body, Healing and Love (in person talk in NYC)
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Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 5min
What's Beneath the Flames: Understanding Anger, Uncovering the Vulnerable Emotions It Conceals and the Path to Healing
 Explore the roots of anger linked to our survival instincts and the need for connection. Discover the difference between primary and secondary emotions, emphasizing self-awareness in our responses. Learn how healthy anger can establish boundaries and protect self-integrity, especially in challenging work environments. Delve into anger's dual nature as both a defense mechanism and an emotional growth obstacle. Uncover how anger masks deeper vulnerabilities like grief, and gain therapeutic insights for emotional navigation and personal growth. 

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Mar 19, 2025 • 59min
EGO DEATH: The State Where We Lose Our Sense of Having a Separate Identity.
 Explore the mind-bending concept of ego death and how it can reshape personal identity. The discussion dives into addiction from both Buddhist and modern viewpoints, revealing how attachment fuels suffering. Psychedelics are examined as a double-edged sword, offering transformative insights while necessitating careful integration. Techniques from Buddhist meditation are showcased, guiding listeners to liberate themselves from rigid identities. This journey promises deeper self-discovery and inner peace. 

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Mar 12, 2025 • 57min
From Chaos to Calm—Ways to Help Others Who Are Emotionally Distressed
 Dive into the world of emotional distress and learn effective strategies for providing support to those in turmoil. Discover how emotions impact behavior and the role of attachment styles in stress responses. The discussion emphasizes the significance of emotional regulation and the importance of genuine acknowledgment over logical reassurance. Practical techniques for fostering connection through body language and presence are shared, offering insightful tools to help navigate challenging emotions. 

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Feb 18, 2025 • 1h
Catastrophizing: Ruminating on the Worst Possible Outcome, No Matter How Unlikely
 The discussion begins with the challenge of accessibility in community settings and the fight against economic injustice. It delves into the all-too-common mental trap of catastrophizing, linking it to our evolutionary background and childhood experiences. Strategies to counteract this thinking, such as value-based actions and the TIPS approach from dialectical behavior therapy, are presented. The benefits of mindfulness and exercise for stress relief are highlighted, along with a meditative writing practice to help process intrusive thoughts. 

Jan 29, 2025 • 57min
Beyond the Hamster Wheel: Stillness in the Time of Acceleration
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Jan 22, 2025 • 60min
On the Purpose and Interpretation of Dreams, What We Can Learn from Them, and Employ in Our Meditation
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Jan 12, 2025 • 57min
NEW YEAR'S DAY TALK 2025: Breaking Free From the Despair of Capitalist Realism
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Dec 18, 2024 • 1h
The Gift of Being Known: Nurturing Our Well-Being Through Authentic Connection
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Dec 16, 2024 • 1h
Addressing and Lessening the Stressing
 Dive into the art of managing stress with key Buddhist teachings. Discover how chronic stress manifests and learn practical strategies to reclaim control. Explore the tranquility of nature and meditation techniques for emotional well-being. Experience mindful breathing exercises that connect breath with peace. Engage in visualization practices to combat negativity and foster compassion. Finally, embrace the practice of loving-kindness to cultivate empathy and connection with yourself and others. 


