Best Sutta Meditation Series Podcasts (2025)

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SHARPENING OUR INSIGHT FROM PAINFUL PRACTICE WITH SLOW REALISATION (Reverse contemplation) 37:45

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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai To find the YT Sutta Meditation Series playlists visit: https://www.youtube.com/c/SuttaMeditationSeries/playlists, or click on 'Playlists' in the top menu bar. For all enquiries - [email protected]…

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Ep. 251 – The Selfless Path to Happiness 39:34

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In part 1 of this Q&A session, Joseph Goldstein gives Buddhist-flavored insight on accepting impermanence, developing our practice, and loving selflessly. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/insighthour and get on your way to being your best self In this episode, Joseph Goldstein offers his pers…

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THE BUDDHA'S ANTIDOTE FOR WAR 1:17:21

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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast This is the Dhamma talk with Metta Centre (SYD) on "The Buddha's Antidote for War". This session was conducted via zoom on 18 August 2025. Whether we find ourselves heading towards the next world war, or getting into physical fights, or an online battle infused with hate speech, or even verbal spa…

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Ep. 250 – Why Meditate? 1:02:52

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Renowned meditation teacher, Joseph Goldstein, shares timeless insights on the mind, suffering, and the heart of why we meditate. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/insighthour and get on your way to being your best self In this episode, Joseph Goldstein offers his perspective on: The many reas…

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WHY WE SHOULD BECOME SKILLED IN THE WAYS OF OUR OWN MIND 1:05:45

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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast This is the Dhamma talk with Metta Centre (SYD) on "Why we should become skilled in the ways of our own mind". This session was conducted via zoom. Drawing from the Sacitta Sutta (AN 10.51), we will examine the Buddha's teaching on how to become skilled in the ways or nature of our own mind. The B…

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Ep. 249 – Right Effort, Mindfulness & Concentration, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 46 1:02:30

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Looking into the samadhi section of the Eight-Fold Path, Joseph Goldstein clarifies how we can free the mind with right effort, mindfulness, and concentration. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the FINAL part of an in-depth lecture series from …

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DEEPENING OUR PRACTICE OF THE VATTHUPAMA SUTTA - Contemplating the insight pathways (links) 2:10:36

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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. A recent Dhamma session on deepening our practice of the Vatthūpama Sutta (MN 7) with a focus on two insight pathways (links). References are made to the Noble Eightfold Path, development of the brahmaviharas, bases of spiritual power and enlightenment factors and further advice on development of…

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Ep. 248 – Right Action & Livelihood, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 45 55:24

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Rearticulating the moral foundation that makes happiness possible and honors our kinship with all living beings, Joseph Goldstein explores Right Action and Right Livelihood. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the 45th part of an in-depth 46-part…

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NOBLE EIGHTFOLD PATH with the Samadhi-bhavana Sutta 26:01

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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. A recent Dhamma session via zoom on instructions to meditate on the Noble Eightfold Path with the Samādhi-bhāvanā Sutta (SN 22.5). Bohoma pin (much merit) to the kalyanamitta who kindly sent the recording. Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai…

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Ep. 247 – Right Speech, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 44 56:36

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Honing in on Right Speech and maintaining harmony, Joseph Goldstein encourages listeners to develop a commitment to telling the truth and refraining from slander. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the 44th part of an in-depth 46-part lecture se…

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INTRODUCTION TO THE VATTHUPAMA SUTTA - How to meditate on the Buddha's simile of the cloth 1:38:17

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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast.A recent Dhamma session on how to meditate on the Buddha's simile of the cloth in the Vatthūpama Sutta (MN 7), also referred to as the Vattha Sutta . References are made to the Noble Eightfold Path, stream entry and advice on development of this sutta meditation. Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theru…

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Ep. 246 – Compassionate Responsiveness, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 43 47:05

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Joseph Goldstein explores how we can make compassionate responsiveness our default state through the clear dichotomy of skillful and unskillful actions. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the 43rd part of an in-depth 46-part lecture series from …

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Ep. 245 – Training the Heart for Lovingkindness, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 42 49:54

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Joseph Goldstein explores the simplicity of lovingkindness (metta), reminding us that this innate quality within each person requires patience and steady practice to truly cultivate. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the 42nd part of an in-dept…

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Ep. 244 – Freedom in Letting Go: Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 41 54:38

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Joseph Goldstein explores the Buddha’s teachings on renunciation from the Satipatthāna Sutta, showing how the practice of letting go of craving, ill will, and cruelty leads to deep inner freedom, clarity, and lasting peace. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. Th…

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Ep. 243 – Illuminating Our Lives with Right View, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 40 52:09

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Joseph Goldstein explores the importance of Right View and how it illuminates our lives through an openness to wisdom from many unexpected sources. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the 40th part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series fro…

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METTA LAB — Weekly Slow Session 16 — Noble supernormal power, Liberation of the beautiful, Doorway to Nibbana 1:16:28

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Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseries Mettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice. The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon. In this session, we continue …

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Ep. 242 – Right View and the Eightfold Path, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 39 53:36

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Through the Buddha’s teachings, Joseph Goldstein explains how developing right view allows one to become the artist of one's own life. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the 39th part of an in-depth 46-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Gold…

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Ep. 241 – The End Of Dukkha, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 38 1:00:56

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Shepherding us towards the possibility of ending the suffering of dukkha, Joseph Goldstein offers practical guidance on how to weaken the bonds of compulsive craving and attachment by understanding their root cause. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episo…

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METTA LAB — Weekly Slow Session 15 — Liberation of the mind by loving kindness (cont.), noble supernormal power 1:54:05

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Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseries Mettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice. The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon. In this session, we continue …

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Ep. 240 – The Origin of Dukkha, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 37 55:58

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Exploring the origin of dukkha, Joseph delves into how craving can shape our lives, fuel unwholesome karma, and keep us trapped in expectation. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-seventh part of an in-depth 46-part weekly lecture seri…

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SHORT EXTRACT Overcoming self-sabotage in our sutta meditations 4:26

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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. A short extract or audio clip from a recent Dhamma Half-Day Program, held on 17 March 2025, where we intensely developed sutta meditations to understand the Physical Nutriment (form). This short audio clip serves as an encouragement to anyone developing the insight pathways or sutta meditations f…

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METTA LAB — Weekly Slow Session 14 — Liberation of the mind by loving kindness (cont.) 1:37:03

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Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseries Mettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice. The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon. In this session, we continue …

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Ep. 239 – The Truth Of Dukkha, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 36 54:22

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In this exploration of dukkha, Joseph Goldstein describes the noble truth of suffering and how we can heal our relationship to all phenomena. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-sixth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series f…

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METTA LAB — Weekly Slow Session 13 — Liberation of the mind by loving kindness 1:04:42

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Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseries Mettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice. The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon. In this session, we begin to …

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Ep. 238 – Understanding Equanimity, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 35 59:32

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Offering deeper insight into equanimity, Joseph Goldstein explains the benefit of maintaining mental equilibrium at all times. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-fifth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Gold…

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METTA LAB — Weekly Slow Session 12 — Recap of Painful Practice with Slow Realisation 1:31:30

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Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseries Mettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice. The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon. In this session, we recap the…

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Ep. 237 – Continuity of Mindfulness, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 34 58:18

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Focusing on awareness of the breath, Joseph Goldstein explores what the Buddha said about continuous attention. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-fourth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that del…

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METTA LAB — Weekly Slow Session 11 — Recap of Karaniyametta Sutta and Metta Q&A 1:39:05

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Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseries Mettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice. We recommence Metta Lab with a recap of Karaṇīyametta Sutta (Snp 1.8), and Q&A on this insight pathway. — Timestamp — 00:00 Mettā Lab - 1 March 2025…

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Ep. 236 – An Intro to Samadhi, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 33 57:32

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Joseph explores Samadhi, the Buddhist quality of concentration, and explains how we all have the capacity to develop a well-trained mind. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-third part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from …

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Ep. 235 – Reaching Tranquility, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 32 57:53

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Sharing the crucial role of tranquility on the path of liberation, Joseph Goldstein explains how calmness leads to sincerity and happiness. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-second part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series fr…

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UPOSATHA - Removing resentment, strengthening loving kindness (livestream) 1:53:20

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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. An opportunity to come together to hear the Buddha's words and practice on the second uposatha of 2025. In this session, we examine and practice the teaching given by Venerable Sāriputta in the Dutiyaāghātapaṭivinaya Sutta (AN 5.162) on removing anger or resentment. *the five 5min meditation peri…

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Ep. 234 – Happiness and the Mirror Within, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 31 47:32

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Distinguishing merit that leads to mundane happiness from merit aimed at liberation, Joseph Goldstein describes sources of dharmic joy. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-first part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Jo…

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PROFITABLE PERCEPTIONS (PART VII) — Perception of not self in what is suffering 46:41

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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. We continue our Profitable Perceptions Series with Part VII: Perception of not self in what is suffering (dukkhe anattasaññā) explained in the Dutiyasaññā Sutta (AN 7.49). * Please note this is part of an insight pathway we develop by applying this particular sequence of profitable perceptions fr…

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Ep. 233 – Passion For Practice, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 30 57:24

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Priming the pump of mindfulness, Joseph Goldstein explains rapture, the joyous fourth factor of awakening. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the thirtieth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into …

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Ep. 232 – Applying Our Effort Skillfully, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 29 55:07

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Considering how right effort drives our achievements and potential for happiness, Joseph Goldstein teaches us more about the dhamma. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-ninth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Josep…

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UPOSATHA — The Big Picture: arising and passing away phenomena (livestream) 1:49:14

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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. A very impromptu opportunity to come together to catch up on updates and hear the Buddha's words and practice the Samādhi-bhāvanā Sutta (SN 22.5) on the first uposatha of 2025. *short meditation periods have been removed* The video of this talk has been published to the Sutta Meditation YouTube c…

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Ep. 231 – Inner Investigation, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 28 59:14

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Joseph Goldstein shares how unremitting mindfulness and continuous investigation of our mental states will lead us to liberation. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-eighth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph …

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Ep. 230 – The Factors of Awakening, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 27 57:16

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Outlining the crucial importance of the Buddha’s seven awakening factors, Joseph explains the promise of our practice. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-seventh part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein …

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Ep. 229 – Freedom From Our Mental Shackles, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 26 54:31

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Teaching listeners to become masters over their perceptions, Joseph Goldstein describes the four great hallucinations of the mind. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-sixth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph …

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Ep. 228 – Suffering And The Senses, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 25 1:00:00

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Cutting the chain of dependent origination, Joseph Goldstein teaches wise attention and freedom from defilement as the antidote to suffering. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-fifth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series f…

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Ep. 227 – The Six Sense Bases, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 24 57:10

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Joseph Goldstein explores the six internal and external sense bases of consciousness, explaining its selfless and contingent nature. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-fourth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Jose…

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Ep. 226 – Non-Self, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 23 1:04:32

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Joseph Goldstein explains the value in recognizing the body and self as impermanent, man-made concepts rather than something fixed and solid. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-third part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series f…

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Ep. 225 – Understanding Formation and Consciousness, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 22 1:03:28

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Concluding a segment on the five aggregates, Joseph Goldstein explains how mindfulness of mental formations refines our consciousness. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-second part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Jo…

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Ep. 224 – Buddhist Teachings on Perception & Formation, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 21 58:36

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Continuing his discussion of the five aggregates, Joseph Goldstein dives deeper into perception and how we can get lost in mental formations. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the twenty-first part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series f…

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Ep. 223 – Buddhism's Five Aggregates, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 20 59:07

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In this profound investigation of subjective experience and direct reality, Joseph Goldstein looks at the first three of the five aggregates in Buddhism. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the twentieth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture…

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Ep. 222 – Doubt, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 19 54:40

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Highlighting the danger of indecision, Joseph Goldstein examines the nature of doubt as taught by the Buddha. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/insighthour and get on your way to being your best self. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāl…

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Ep. 221 – Overcoming Restlessness, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 18 58:11

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Diving into restlessness and worry, Joseph Goldstein outlines how to use the eye of wisdom to examine mental agitation. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the eighteenth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein tha…

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Ep. 220 – The Laziness Trap, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 17 1:03:21

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Employing the Satipatthana Sutta, Joseph Goldstein shows us how to overcome the mental states of sloth and torpor. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the seventeenth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that de…

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Ep. 219 – Fear & Aversion, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 16 1:04:03

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Illuminating the shadows of our minds, Joseph Goldstein explains how to notice and investigate the emotions hiding underneath aversions. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/insighthour and get on your way to being your best self. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely st…

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Ep. 218 – Freedom From Desire, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 15 1:00:28

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Joseph Goldstein describes the causes of sensual desire and how to be aware of the wanting-mind rather than suppressing it. The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the fifteenth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein …