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Equanimity, Monks, Lay People, and More
14:42 Season 5 / Episode 32

Equanimity, Monks, Lay People, and More

Margaret takes a closer look at the work of the renowned 5th-century monk, Buddhaghosa, and his influential text, the Visuddhimagga, or "Path of Purification." With a focus on two specific types of equanimity—the "six factored …

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Frozen in Time: Remembering Loved Ones Beyond the Grave
5:57 Season 5 / Episode 29

Frozen in Time: Remembering Loved Ones Beyond the Grave

Margaret reflects on the common human tendency to imagine how deceased loved ones would respond to current events. Through poignant examples, such as wishing a parent could witness significant life milestones or expressing relief that …

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Digging Deep: Uncovering Resilience in Difficult Times
7:27 Season 5 / Episode 27

Digging Deep: Uncovering Resilience in Difficult Times

Margaret Meloni shares a Buddhist tale about perseverance and resilience in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges. The story follows a caravan traveling through a scorching desert, where the guide falls asleep and leads the …

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One by One: A Mindful Approach to Life's Uncertainties
6:21 Season 5 / Episode 26

One by One: A Mindful Approach to Life's Uncertainties

Host Margaret Meloni shares personal travel experiences as a metaphor for understanding equanimity and finding calm amid chaos. Through her journey of a challenging red-eye flight and navigating unfamiliar traffic patterns, she explores the concept …

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In Difficult Times, Choose Letting Go Over Giving Up
17:52 Season 5 / Episode 23

In Difficult Times, Choose Letting Go Over Giving Up

Together, we will explore the critical distinction between "letting go" and "giving up" through a Buddhist philosophical lens. Margaret discusses how letting go is a conscious, compassionate practice of releasing attachment without losing hope or …

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