One of the tools often used by psychotherapists is mindfulness meditation, a technique adapted from Buddhism. Research shows that mindfulness-based therapies are effective for treating depression, anxiety, and even physical pain. But, apart from this technique, Buddhism contains a detailed view of the mind that, in many ways, is different from the Western view. Host … Continued
Excerpts of the 6 CD Set “Happiness, Love & Liberation,” by Thich Nhat Hanh. With Host C. S. Soong
In the first hour, guest host, Christina Aanestad, speaks with Lama Tsultrim Allione, renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher and practitioner, about the divine feminine in Buddhism. She is also the author of several books including “Women of Wisdom” and “Feeding Your Demons: Ancient Wisdom for Resolving Inner Conflict.” Allione’s forth coming book is “Wisdom Rising: Journey … Continued
Pulitzer Prize finalist Robert Wright connects the dots, from evolutionary psychology to the science and power of Buddhism. Wit, a hallmark of his writing, makes the medicine go down. With host Kris Welch.
Join us for the premier of Talk It Out Radio on KPFA this Sunday January 8th from 7-8pm. Talk it out Radio is dedicated to sharing the importance of mindfulness and nonviolent communication (NVC) and provides skills for effective and meaningful communication. This Sunday, meet our hosts, NVC and Buddhist practitioners Marlena Willis, Nancy Kahn … Continued
Reproductive and women’s health rights are certain to be under attack under a Trump/Pence White House and Republican controlled Congress. As Republicans have come to dominate state houses across the country, California remains a bright spot, but many women still are unable to access the wide range of services that exist. ACCESS Women’s Health Justice … Continued
Alan Watts on the fundamentals of Buddhism, plus a talk he gave called “Insight and Ecstasy.”
Jack Blum spent years as a staff attorney for the Senate Anti-Trust Subcommittee specializing in white-collar corporate crime and off-shore tax evasion. He’ll join us for a conversation on what the Panama Papers tell us about the global financial world and the difficulties in stopping questionable business practices. Then, Peter Manseau, author of the book … Continued
Alan Watts, British-born philosopher, writer, and speaker, best known as an interpreter and popularizer of Eastern Philosophy for a Western audience. With Host Mitch Jeserich. Click Here to Donate to KPFA Today
Excerpts of the audio book Radical Self-Acceptance: A Buddhist Guide to Freeing Yourself from Shame, by Tara Brash. Click Here to Donate to KPFA Today
