127 - Robert Thurman - Conversation with a Titan
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Like all god's creatures, we love each of our guests equally. But we'll admit, when we got on the phone with , there was something that stopped us a bit in our tracks. Yes, he was completely easy to talk to and, yes, he was willing to answer everything we asked. But his ability to explain the concepts of Buddhism and mindfulness with the weight of a genius scholar and practitioner just brought us to another level of awareness as we navigated his seemingly unending knowledge. Hear Professor Thurman explain his unforeseeable path to India that led him into the inner circle of His...
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126 - Stan Tatkin - The Science of Love
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She loves me. She loves me not. She loves me. She loves me not... Ever spent a moment...or several years(!) wondering whether your mate is right for you—or if you're right for them? You're sure as hell not alone. Romantic relationships are seriously confusing, and much of the time we're unaware of our true feelings because our brains work most happily in autopilot mode. If you're ready for a deeper dive into the land of love (or, not-love), listen to our conversation with , clinician, researcher, teacher, and developer of the Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy (). Stan...
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125 - Kaiser Clark - Say What?
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When Kaiser met Pete in junior high, he could barely have dreamed he'd appear a quarter-century later not once but twice on a world-renowned podcast co-hosted by his new, lanky, piano-playing friend . For one thing, there were no podcasts back then. Heck, Rubik's Cubes were still the rage. Also, neither of them were exactly the most mindful 13-year-olds in the greater Twin Cities area. They'd likely have been shoved in lockers by the school mindfulness bully, if one existed. (We're looking at you, Sven.) But here we are now, welcoming a second fantastic Meditate This! appearance by Kaiser....
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124 - Robert Kuhn - Ping Pong Zen
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By trade, asks the world's most brilliant people about life's biggest questions. It sounded pretty familiar to us here at Meditate This!—with one small exception: Kuhn has a background that puts him on par with just about anyone he interviews, giving the questions an extra level of potency. Kuhn holds a doctorate in brain research and is the author and editor of over 25 books. A long-time adviser to the Chinese government and multinational corporations, he has been a columnist for China Daily and the South China Morning Post, and has appeared on the BBC, CNN,...
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123 - Nichol Bradford - Change Minds, Change the World
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has an affinity for tech—as evidenced by her work as a former senior executive for gaming at Activision Blizzard (for which she managed operations on World of Warcraft in China), Disney, and Vivendi. But the Wharton MBA also appreciates tech's promise because she believes it's our best chance at helping humanity navigate the variety of impending crises. As founder and CEO of the , Bradford has helped pioneer in secular mindfulness based on the scientific findings from eight years of research with over 1,000 participants. The online course uses the most empirical...
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122 - Transcend with Liz Li, Ph.D., President of Sofia University
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Have you updated your bucket list lately? We’re guessing there are a few things you may have overlooked. After this interview, you might decide to add a couple items to your list: the study of transpersonal psychology and achieving self-transcendence. What are those things you ask? Well, Pete had the same questions and got some serious answers from his guest today. Sit back and absorb the fresh wisdom from a pioneer in education. As the in Palo Alto, Ca, Liz Li, Ph.D. is committed to improving the human condition by continuing a legacy established in...
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121 - Judson Brewer - Part Duex
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It's never happened before that a guest has been daring enough to return to the mic for a second round conversation with Pete and Jay, but was up for giving it another go. And how lucky for the audience because Judson talks through all the ideas in his new book and more, offering perspective on "flow," the idea of a true self, resistance versus resilience, and well, the state of our brains during this unusual political moment. What more could you need? Nothing. Just press play! See more and visit us at www.MeditateThisPodcast.com
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120 - Zen Care - Koshin Paley Ellison & Robert Chodo Campbell
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So, um...about that thing. You know. The thing no one likes to talk about. Yes, that thing. No, not taxes, the other thing. Right. Death. Ok, we all have different relationships to the word and the concept, and we also all have one thing in common: Nobody knows anything about it for sure. But have been closer to the experience, with regularity, than just about anyone else. As co-founders of the in New York City, they established a training program that enables people "to care in mindful and compassionate ways in hospitals, hospices, and homes, as well as their everyday relationships." That...
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119 - Meditation Mistakes, Happiness, and Taking Chances - Mailbag #3
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Have you ever wondered about the secret to perfecting your meditation practice, increasing your daily degree of happiness, and finding the strength to tackle all those things that scare you? Well, search no more. In less than an hour, Pete and Jay will make every last thing clear and give you the tools to transform your life overnight. Well, it could take two nights. Whatever. Just listen. It's free. Visit:
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118 - Caroline Welch - Mind Your 4 P's of Mindfulness
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Another escapade into the world of mindfulness conferences landed Pete at the in Washington D.C. In this interview, he sits down with , the CEO of Mind Your Brain, Inc. and the co-founder of with her husband ). We cover some key points (4 to be specific) of mindfulness and how the power of presence can bring more well-being into your life. Caroline’s background as a corporate litigator and early exposure to meditation on a silent retreat in Sri Lanka gives her a unique and valuable perspective on how mindfulness can bring clarity and resilience to one’s professional...
info_outlineThere are plenty of words that describe Agapi Stassinopolous, but they only go so far. Warm, magnetic, wise, theatrical, and honest—they all say the right thing, but in order to really understand Agapi and what she can offer, you really need to listen. The energy and spirit she projects, the way her smile comes through when she speaks, it all confirms the many reasons why hearing Agapi (or see her in NYC on Jan. 10!) helps explain the insight and inspiration she delivers.
Her new book—Wake Up to the Joy of You: 52 Meditations and Practices for a Calmer, Happier Life—offer readers a sense of what's possible, and is available in print as well as audio. Be sure to give it a try and discover why Eat, Pray, Love author Elizabeth Gilbert says: “Open this book at any chapter and you will tap into your calm and joy, no matter what challenges you may be facing.” Also—follow Agapi's journey and learn more about her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and do watch her this Jan. 6 on the Today Show in the 10:00 a.m. hour..
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