David Nichtern explores how mindfulness meditation is the primary tool on our journey of joining Heaven and Earth, which are our highest aspirations and our day-to-day practicalities. In this episode, David explores:∙ The classic paradigm of Heaven and Earth, our highest aspirations and our day-to-day practicalities, as a way to frame our journeys∙ The role that humanity plays in this paradigm and what the path of the warrior truly meansand much more.This episode is sponsored by @BetterHelpGet s

A clip from Zack Mooney’s Dream by David Nichtern - a full length animated bluegrass Buddhist musical series based in part on the life of the Buddha. It is also a journey of discovery and a coming of age story that could take place any time, anywhere - in any culture. In this brief clip Zack realizes he must leave his home to pursue a greater path. Animation by Jonathan Eden @jonathanaeden #davidnichtern #bluegrass #buddha #buddhist #selfdiscovery | Strawberry Moons Media

Taking Your Seat: Simple Meditation Instructions For Ordinary People - David Nichtern

Matt Sydall joins @david_nichtern to talk about wisdom gained through imperfection, and how professional wrestling connects to the Middle Way. In this episode, Matt joins David to discuss: ∙ The variations of professional wrestling in different cultures ∙ The “not too tight, not too loose” principle in wrestling ∙ Balancing daily life with the practice of cultivating the meditative mind ∙ The wisdom he’s gained from cultivating an “imperfect” meditation practice and much more! 🎧Visit our bio fo

Join David Nichtern for a special 3-day course: Intro To Mindfulness & The Path Of Meditation. Friday, February 20 – Sunday, February 22 Friday | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET Saturday & Sunday | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm ET In person only Together we will explore these powerful teachings and learn to cultivate the insight, clarity, resilience, and freedom that has benefited so many. Through talks, discussion, guided practice, breakout rooms, and experiential exercises, you will: • Learn the fundamentals of min