The Power of Inquiry in Spiritual Awakening - Part 2
In this episode Tara Brock explores the second domain of spiritual practice: inquiry. She explains how asking pointed questions—like "What stops me from opening my heart?"—illuminates hidden beliefs and fears, allowing us to de‑condition the automatic, fear‑driven lenses through which we view ourselves and others. Drawing on teachings from Hildegard of Bingen, the Buddha, and personal anecdotes, she shows how inquiry can be embodied, moving beyond intellectual analysis to reveal the lived experience of emotional tangles and relational blind spots. The episode also highlights how cultural and racial lenses distort our perception of others, urging listeners to use inquiry to see beyond these filters and cultivate genuine compassion.
The Responsibility Shift: Care, Power, and Liberation
In this episode the host explores the distinction between being "responsible for" something—trying to control outcomes—and being "responsible to" someone—showing up with integrity while honoring their agency. They discuss how this shift impacts parenting, relationships, and personal well‑being, emphasizing self‑reflection...
Whale & Dolphin Song
In this eclectic episode titled "Whale & Dolphin Song," the hosts weave together a collage of ambient sounds, spontaneous gratitude, and brief spoken interludes, including a nod to spiritual teacher Mooji. While the narrative is largely abstract, listeners are treated...
Meditation: Inhabiting Awake Awareness (21:49)
Tara Brach’s 21‑minute guided meditation, “Inhabiting Awake Awareness,” begins by anchoring attention on the breath before expanding into a full‑body scan that highlights the sensation of aliveness. Listeners are then invited to open all senses into a boundless, receptive awareness,...
Learning How To Stay
In this episode of "Let's Have the Conversation," host Desiree B. Stevens explores the concept of "staying"—maintaining presence and regulation within community work and difficult dialogues. She outlines three core practices: staying in your body to avoid dissociation, staying without...
The Noble Eightfold Path: Wise Effort, Mindfulness, and Concentration
In this episode Matthew Sokoloff wraps up his series on the Noble Eightfold Path by exploring the final segment, the Factors of Samadhi—wise effort, mindfulness, and concentration. He explains the four types of wise effort, illustrating how to prevent, abandon,...
Fear as a Pathway to Loving Presence - Night Travelers
Tara Brach argues that fear, when met with mindfulness, becomes a gateway to a loving, present awareness. She explains that suffering stems from identities built on fear, and that attentive, compassionate observation can transform that energy into tender presence. The...
Meditation: Know That You're Here (19:38 Min)
Tara Brach’s 19‑minute guided meditation, “Know That You’re Here,” offers a concise practice that centers breath, awakens the body, and expands sensory awareness. The session is framed by original music from Adrienne Torf, adding a creative dimension to the mindfulness experience....