When healthy inclinations become “shoulds” “musts” then there is a big problem. Consider a situation that bothers you, and find a deeper “should” that’s related to an experience you “must” have or avoid. Face the should, ask this question: “Is it really true?”
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Rick Hanson offered a meditation and talk about The Power of Love in Turbulent Times.
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Rick Hanson offered a meditation and talk about Bringing Wisdom to Our Reactions to World Events.
Do not underestimate the impact of a small deed. We all know that the needs in this world are great. And so are the opportunities to make a big difference to the ones we touch.
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Daniel Ellenberg offered a meditation and talk on Two Fundamental Realities – 1. We Will All Die; 2. We Know Not When.
When feeling scattered, collect and concentrate your thoughts and feelings. Return to the reliable rewards of feeling already full. Savor pleasure, move, lift your eyes to the horizon, enjoy art, feel the core of your body, and come into the present moment.
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Rick Hanson offered a meditation and talk about How Mindful Awareness of Emotional Pleasure and Pain Can Break the Chain of Suffering.
Anger can alert you to threats, but also harm your health and relationships. In small and passing quantities, anger can be like medicine, but in large and lasting quantities it poisons the mind and relationships.
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Rick Hanson offered a meditation and talk about How to Balance Caring for Them and Caring for Yourself.
Dr. Rick and Forrest open up the mailbag and answer questions from listeners focused on getting the most we can out of therapy, processing old painful experiences, and sabotaging ourselves.
This Wednesday Night Meditation included a meditation, talk, and a discussion about Buddhist Myth #3: “Have No Judgments.”
Forrest and Dr. Rick explore what workaholism is really, the psychological functions it serves, and how it relates to other addictive behaviors.
This Wednesday Night Meditation included a meditation, talk, and a discussion about Buddhist Myth #2: “Just Be Mindful.”
Forrest and Rick sit down with Dr. Susan David, the creator of the concept of Emotional Agility, or what allows us to navigate our complex emotions, make choices aligned with our values, and ultimately lead more authentic and fulfilling lives.
This Wednesday Night Meditation included a meditation, talk, and a discussion about Buddhist Myth #1: “Life Is Suffering.”