Buddhist psychology and the Western oriented field of positive psychology agree: How we pay attention determines whether we live primarily in fear and judgment, or happiness and peace. This two-part series explores the teachings, practices and attitudes that enable us to live a meaningful life with a heart that is “happy for no reason.”   In this talk, Tara explores:  <ul> <li class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt;">how cultivating a grateful, devoted heart opens us to presence, peace, and joy beyond circumstance.</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt;">the "infinite field of possibility"—our capacity to incline the mind toward hope, love, and inner freedom.</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt;">how mindfulness and compassionate action form a virtuous cycle that nurtures deep well-being and belonging.</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt;">ways that serving others and savoring beauty reconnect us with the sacredness of life and the fullness of who we are.</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt;">awakening from the trance of unworthiness through practices like metta, gratitude, and receiving love with an open heart.</li> </ul>

<description>&lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 12pt;"&gt;Buddhist psychology and the Western oriented field of positive psychology agree: How we pay attention determines whether we live primarily in fear and judgment, or happiness and peace. This two-part series explores the teachings, practices and attitudes that enable us to live a meaningful life with a heart that is “happy for no reason.”&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 12pt;"&gt;In this talk, Tara explores: &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt;"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 12pt;"&gt;how cultivating a grateful, devoted heart opens us to presence, peace, and joy beyond circumstance.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt;"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 12pt;"&gt;the "infinite field of possibility"—our capacity to incline the mind toward hope, love, and inner freedom.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt;"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 12pt;"&gt;how mindfulness and compassionate action form a virtuous cycle that nurtures deep well-being and belonging.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt;"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 12pt;"&gt;&lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;ways that serving others and savoring beauty reconnect us with the sacredness of life and the fullness of who we are.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt;"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 12pt;"&gt;&lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;awakening from the trance of unworthiness through practices like metta, gratitude, and receiving love with an open heart.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style= "text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;"&gt; &lt;/p&gt;</description>

Buddhist psychology and the Western oriented field of positive psychology agree: How we pay attention determines whether we live primarily in fear and judgment, or happiness and peace. This two-part series explores the teachings, practices and...

Realizing True Well-Being, Part 2

This guided meditation, grounded in the practice of Metta, invites us to awaken the heart by softening the body and quieting the mind. We begin with the simple image of a smile—opening to warmth, ease, and presence. With a tender attention, we rest with breath, sensations, and sound—gently returning when the mind drifts. As we offer loving phrases like “May I feel happy” and “May I be free,” we nourish a deep sense of well-being and connection, embracing this life with compassion and an open heart.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;!-- wp:paragraph --&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This guided meditation, grounded in the practice of Metta, invites us to awaken the heart by softening the body and quieting the mind. We begin with the simple image of a smile—opening to warmth, ease, and presence.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;!-- /wp:paragraph --&gt; &lt;!-- wp:paragraph --&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;With a tender attention, we rest with breath, sensations, and sound—gently returning when the mind drifts. As we offer loving phrases like “May I feel happy” and “May I be free,” we nourish a deep sense of well-being and connection, embracing this life with compassion and an open heart.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;!-- /wp:paragraph --&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

This guided meditation, grounded in the practice of Metta, invites us to awaken the heart by softening the body and quieting the mind. We begin with the simple image of a smile—opening to warmth, ease, and presence.   With a tender attention, we...

Guided Meditation: Loving This Life - Happiness - Metta (17:05 min.)

Buddhist psychology and the Western oriented field of positive psychology agree: How we pay attention determines whether we live primarily in fear and judgment, or happiness and peace. This two part series explores the teachings, practices and attitudes that enable us to live a meaningful life with a heart that is “happy for no reason.”   In this talk, Tara explores: <ul> <li class="MsoNormal">the essential role of happiness in times of crisis—how choosing joy becomes a radical act of resilience and healing.</li> <li class="MsoNormal">the trance of negativity and how mindfulness helps awaken our innate capacity for presence, gratitude, and inner freedom.</li> <li class="MsoNormal">how positive psychology and Buddhist teachings together point us toward “happiness for no reason”—a deep sense of belonging and well-being.</li> <li class="MsoNormal">the power of intention—how consciously choosing to flourish shifts us from survival mode into love, connection, and aliveness.</li> <li class="MsoNormal">daily practices like gratitude and loving-kindness as pathways to true well-being and a heart ready for anything.</li> </ul>

<description>&lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;Buddhist psychology and the Western oriented field of positive psychology agree: How we pay attention determines whether we live primarily in fear and judgment, or happiness and peace. This two part series explores the teachings, practices and attitudes that enable us to live a meaningful life with a heart that is “happy for no reason.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;In this talk, Tara explores:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal"&gt;the essential role of happiness in times of crisis—how choosing joy becomes a radical act of resilience and healing.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal"&gt;the trance of negativity and how mindfulness helps awaken our innate capacity for presence, gratitude, and inner freedom.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal"&gt;how positive psychology and Buddhist teachings together point us toward “happiness for no reason”—a deep sense of belonging and well-being.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal"&gt;the power of intention—how consciously choosing to flourish shifts us from survival mode into love, connection, and aliveness.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal"&gt;daily practices like gratitude and loving-kindness as pathways to true well-being and a heart ready for anything.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt;</description>

Buddhist psychology and the Western oriented field of positive psychology agree: How we pay attention determines whether we live primarily in fear and judgment, or happiness and peace. This two part series explores the teachings, practices and...

Realizing True Well-Being, Part 1

Taking in the Goodness: Rumi said, “Whenever some kindness comes to you, turn that way – toward the source of kindness.” This meditation guides us to look for the source of loving and to turn in that direction. It begins with a lovingkindness practice that spreads the image of a smile into the body, then continues with a practice of seeing the goodness of ourselves and others.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Taking in the Goodness: Rumi said, “Whenever some kindness comes to you, turn that way – toward the source of kindness.” This meditation guides us to look for the source of loving and to turn in that direction. It begins with a lovingkindness practice that spreads the image of a smile into the body, then continues with a practice of seeing the goodness of ourselves and others.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Taking in the Goodness: Rumi said, “Whenever some kindness comes to you, turn that way – toward the source of kindness.” This meditation guides us to look for the source of loving and to turn in that direction. It begins with a lovingkindness...

Heart Meditation: Taking in the Goodness (24:08 min.)

Fear is a universal human experience, but when it dominates our inner world, it can trap us in a sense of separation and suffering. In this profound talk, Tara Brach introduces how the transformative power of the RAIN meditation can help us face fear with courage and compassion. By bringing mindfulness and loving awareness to fear, we can move beyond its grip and reconnect with the boundless freedom of our true nature.   What You’ll Learn: <ul> <li class="MsoNormal">Understanding Fear: How fear arises and creates a sense of separation.</li> <li class="MsoNormal">The Power of RAIN: A step-by-step guide to using RAIN meditation to work with fear.</li> <li class="MsoNormal">Awakening Awareness: Discovering the boundless love and presence that holds all emotions, including fear.</li> </ul>   Highlights: <ul> <li class="MsoNormal">Gain tools to transform fear into a gateway for healing and spiritual awakening.</li> <li class="MsoNormal">Explore the compassionate practices that lead to a fearless heart.</li> <li class="MsoNormal">Learn how to navigate fear with mindfulness and loving awareness.</li> </ul>

<description>&lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;Fear is a universal human experience, but when it dominates our inner world, it can trap us in a sense of separation and suffering. In this profound talk, Tara Brach introduces how the transformative power of the RAIN meditation can help us face fear with courage and compassion. By bringing mindfulness and loving awareness to fear, we can move beyond its grip and reconnect with the boundless freedom of our true nature.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;What You’ll Learn:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;Understanding Fear: How fear arises and creates a sense of separation.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;The Power of RAIN: A step-by-step guide to using RAIN meditation to work with fear.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;Awakening Awareness: Discovering the boundless love and presence that holds all emotions, including fear.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;Highlights:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;Gain tools to transform fear into a gateway for healing and spiritual awakening.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;Explore the compassionate practices that lead to a fearless heart.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;Learn how to navigate fear with mindfulness and loving awareness.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt;</description>

Fear is a universal human experience, but when it dominates our inner world, it can trap us in a sense of separation and suffering. In this profound talk, Tara Brach introduces how the transformative power of the RAIN meditation can help us face fear...

Awakening Your Fearless Heart: Tara Brach on Facing Fear (Part 2)

Tara Brach, Ph.D is an internationally known meditation teacher and author of bestselling Radical Acceptance and True Refuge. Tara shares a weekly guided meditation and talk that blend Western psychology and Eastern spiritual practices. The podcast addresses the value of mindfulness meditation and self-compassion in relieving emotional suffering, serving spiritual awakening and bringing healing to our world.

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