Awake in the World Podcast

Dec 05 2024 500 ep. 48 mins 2.1k
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Awake in the World Podcast is a library of talks on a wide-range of topics, including bringing mindfulness and meditation practice into daily life; personal and community issues regarding mental health; and social change. The podcasts were recorded at live events so you might hear coughing, airplanes, cars, sirens, laughter, and peoples’ questions—all part of the intimate experience. Michael Stone (1974-2017) was a Buddhist teacher, author, and mental health advocate. His legacy is stewarded by Carina Stone. Podcast funded by Patreon (patreon.com/michaelstone).

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Best of Awake in the World: Your Inner Child Never Grows Up!

Dec 05 2024 51 mins  
A talk by Michael on how even the best meditators have old wounds that need attention. He talks about how we need support for working with old patterns of our psychology that spiritual practices may not reach. Recorded Nov 09, 2010. The Awake in the World podcast is brought to you by the generosity of our amazing Patreon supporters, making it possible for us to keep Michael's arch

Best of Awake in the World: How To Meditate, Forgive, End Blame, And Stop Wounding Your Own Heart

Nov 28 2024
In this special "Best of Awake in the World" episode, we explore why we struggle so much when all we really need to do is pause and truly see what's right in front of you? It's always in the present moment, in our breath, and in the space we give ourselves. While life's challenges may bring pain, heartache, or unmet needs, we always have what we need to practice. It’s simpler tha

Best of Awake in the World: When Thorns Grow in Our Practice

Nov 20 2024 27 mins  
A talk and group exercise for working with thorns when they begin to grow on the branches of our practice and in our lives. Recorded Nov. 2, 2010. The Awake in the World podcast is brought to you by the generosity of our amazing Patreon supporters, making it possible for us to keep Michael's archive of teachings available to the public. To become a patron, visit: patreon.com/micha

Best of Awake in the World: Stabilizing Ourselves In The Digital Age

Nov 13 2024 65 mins  
In this Best of Awake in the world episode, a public lecture about the effect of phones, the internet, and digital media on our minds and relationships. Michael offers very practical tools for managing our minds in an era of information overload. 1 hour. Copenhagen, November 23, 2015. Photo credit: Andréa de Keijzer The Awake in the World podcast is brought to you by the generos

Best of Awake in the World: I Saw You Fall, So I Helped (Portland)

Nov 07 2024 40 mins  
In this Best of Awake in the world episode, Michael explores what it truly means to live a life of deep care and openness—how it’s not about needing a title or a badge, but about the genuine commitment to serve others. He reflects on the Bodhisattva spirit, the vow to offer ourselves in service, no matter the circumstances. This lecture is a heartfelt invitation to dedicate our

Best of Awake in the World: Moment To Moment Non-Stop Flow

Oct 30 2024 55 mins  
In this Best of Awake in the World episode Michael speaks about bowing, forms of practice, gratitude, extending meditation beyond the cushion, and appreciating the practice of others during silent retreat. Recorded December 29, 2016 at Chapin Mill, New York. The Awake in the World podcast is brought to you by the generosity of our amazing Patreon supporters, making it possible for

Best of Awake in the World: Letting Go of Expectations & Having the Last Word

Oct 21 2024 36 mins  
In this Best of Awake in the World episode, Michael begins his teaching on concentration techniques by connecting attention with the body. He emphasizes understanding the expectations we place on ourselves and others, highlighting how attachment can lead to suffering and the importance of not allowing others to dictate our feelings. Ironically, the more one pursues enlightenment, t

Best of Awake in the World: From Fear to Sympathy

Oct 17 2024 47 mins  
In this Best of Awake in the World episode, Michael examines how to meet others who are in fear or anxiety, how to help anxious kids, how to validate the feelings of other people without exacerbating what’s going on for them, and how to develop concentration (jhana) practice. Wisconsin. Recorded March 26, 2017.

Best of Awake in the World: You Can’t Make A Person Into a Buddha

Oct 10 2024 53 mins  
In this Best of Awake in the World episode, Michael explores practicing without an idea of gain, the Universal Self, Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, the Buddha and Shunryu Suzuki. How can you blend your breath with the larger self? Moksha Westshore, B.C. Recorded February 18, 2017. The Awake in the World podcast is brought to you by the generosity of our amazing Patreon supporters, maki

Ego & Essence: Cultivating Connection

Oct 01 2024 33 mins  
Michael examines the fragile nature of the self while questioning how our egos—rooted in fear and craving—can create barriers to true togetherness. Through mindful attention to the present moment, we can renounce the grasping that fills our perceived voids as we navigate the ethical landscape of community, and our moral responsibility to care for each other and the planet. Disc