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Jon and Doug discuss the Buddhist Path, and how we can bring it into our lives.

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Jon and Doug discuss the element of space in Buddhist dharma, and how we can practice with it.

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This episode will be out on Mother's Day, so Jon and Doug discuss the complex role of mothers in the dharma, particularly the early dharma.

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The first two factors of the Noble Eightfold Path are the wisdom factors of Right View and Right Intention. As we practice meditation and bring our practice to life, we gain “wisdom” which refines our view. But what is wisdom really and do we know when we have it?

Jon and Doug have a lively and mostly wise discussion

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Jon and Doug discuss how language can both help and hinder our practice.

Doug's Dharma Video:

A Poem That Isn’t: Buddhist Mindfulness and Rumi's "Guest House" -- https://youtu.be/1E79pU6GzNs

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Sometimes we take ourselves (particularly our minds) too seriously. Jon is taking stand-up comedy classes in Chicago, so he and Doug discuss the role of humor in our practice.

Doug's Dharma video: Playfulness on the Path: The Buddha and Humor -- https://youtu.be/toZ-U26iCbc

The Late Wes 'Scoo' Nisker's - Crazy Wisdom Saves the World (again)

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Jon and Doug discuss the idea of the "realms of existence" in Buddhism. What are they, and how can we work with them?

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How do we manifest peace and compassion in the face of state brutality? Jon and Doug discuss with their special guest Ben Connelly, guiding teacher at the Minnesota Zen Meditation Center.

Books By Ben Connelly

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