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THE HEART PRACTICES: Equanimity Meditation with Noah Levine
THE HEART PRACTICES: Equanimity Meditation with Noah Levine
THE HEART PRACTICES: Equanimity Meditation with Noah Levine
Friday 30th October 2020
Discover how equanimity meditation with Noah Levine can help you find balance and freedom from addiction on the Refuge Recovery podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Balancing Life and Recovery: Equanimity Meditation with Noah Levine
Suffering or happiness is created through one’s relationship to experience, not by experience itself. The freedom and happiness of others is dependent on their actions, not on my wishes for them.
Ever wondered how meditation can help you find balance and peace in your recovery journey? In this episode of the Refuge Recovery podcast, Noah Levine introduces listeners to the heart practices of equanimity meditation. He breaks down how these practices can be a powerful tool in overcoming addiction, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness, compassion, and forgiveness.
Noah starts by explaining the core principles of Refuge Recovery, which is rooted in Buddhist teachings but doesn't require any prior knowledge or belief in Buddhism. It's all about trusting the process and putting in the work to heal from addiction. The episode dives into how breaking through denial and changing both inner and outer actions are crucial steps toward lasting recovery. Equanimity meditation, as Noah explains, helps individuals develop a balanced attitude towards life.
It's not the experiences themselves that cause suffering or happiness, but our relationship to those experiences. By practicing equanimity, you can learn to respond with compassion, forgiveness, and appreciation, even when faced with life's challenges. Noah also touches on Buddha's radical teachings on equality, highlighting that everyone has the potential to awaken and find freedom, regardless of their background. He shares insights on overcoming past pain through compassion and developing a sense of worthiness through consistent practice.
The episode wraps up with a discussion on the importance of sharing goodness with all beings, contributing to a lifelong sense of well-being and happiness. This episode is packed with practical advice and profound wisdom, making it a must-listen for anyone on the path to recovery.