Daily Zen

Charlie Ambler

est. 2008 "The good life is as simple as paying a…

  • 20 minutes 6 seconds
    The Purpose of Zen
    I discuss two passages of DT Suzuki and ask the question: how do we implement Zen into our daily lives? What's the point? Support Daily Zen here: http://patreon.com/dailyzen
    16 April 2018, 2:11 pm
  • 21 minutes 39 seconds
    Confrontation
    Meditation helps us know ourselves. It makes us more comfortable confronting difficult thoughts and feelings without getting carried away. In social situations, this translates into a healthier form of confrontation. We can solve problems and engage in conflicts without getting carried away. Support Daily Zen here: http://patreon.com/dailyzen
    16 March 2018, 3:09 pm
  • 21 minutes 4 seconds
    Work and Life
    In Zen we cultivate the Middle Way, attempting to find balance as life pulls us into various extremes. When we separate our lives into Work and Life, we face challenges and a lot of suffering. We shouldn't spend time doing things we hate. Instead, we should learn our strengths and weaknesses, be honest with ourselves, reflect, and make calculated changes. Doing so allows us to approach our lives holistically and uniquely. Support Daily Zen here: http://patreon.com/dailyzen
    7 March 2018, 3:27 pm
  • 19 minutes 36 seconds
    Achievement
    Meditation teaches us to appreciate tasks for their own sake, but how do we apply this to our daily lives? How do we make the most of each day focusing on the process instead of the results? Support Daily Zen here: https://www.patreon.com/dailyzen
    26 February 2018, 2:59 pm
  • 20 minutes 21 seconds
    Expectation
    Our expectations and desires often keep us fearful, delusional and hesitant. When we turn our attention inward through meditation, we can go with the flow of life successfully rather than trying to change it to fit our projections. Support Daily Zen here: http://patreon.com/dailyzen
    19 February 2018, 1:52 pm
  • 20 minutes 6 seconds
    Confidence
    We spend so much time feeling insecure, judging others and judging ourselves. We neglect ourselves, which leads to egoism, a lack of confidence and poor relationships with others. But when we meditate and get to know ourselves, we uncover a deeper experience and discipline that allows us to appreciate others and walk confidently through the world. I discuss this and more on today's podcast. Support Daily Zen here: https://www.patreon.com/dailyzen
    7 February 2018, 3:00 pm
  • 23 minutes 45 seconds
    Gratitude
    Gratitude is the single most important tool for achieving peace and happiness in this short life we live. I explore why on today's podcast. Support Daily Zen here: patreon.com/dailyzen
    31 January 2018, 3:11 pm
  • 21 minutes 2 seconds
    Exploring A Zen Story
    What can we learn from old Zen stories? What purpose do spiritual texts serve in general? When we start to ask ourselves these questions and others, we uncover a new dimension of life that can bring a wonderful sense of play and meaning into our days. I explore this on today's episode. Support Daily Zen here: www.patreon.com/dailyzen
    25 January 2018, 7:12 pm
  • 21 minutes 12 seconds
    Zen and Impermanence
    What does it mean to live in a world where nothing is permanent, where everything (including yourself) is in an unrelenting state of flux? I discuss impermanence on this week's episode, featuring text excerpts from Dogen and Alan Watts. If you like Daily Zen, become a premium subscriber for access to exclusive weekly episodes and essays here: http://patreon.com/dailyzen
    24 January 2018, 8:39 pm
  • 20 minutes 18 seconds
    Internal And External Life
    Support Daily Zen here: http://patreon.com/dailyzen
    19 January 2018, 4:33 pm
  • 33 minutes 37 seconds
    Why We Meditate: Discussing and Debunking
    We know a lot about the scientific and psychological benefits of meditation. But where do these benefits come from? Why do we experience changes in ourselves after meditating? I go through a list of 19 reasons to meditate and explain why. Understanding this will help you be less overwhelmed and distracted in your practice. Sorry for the nasally tone, I have a cold lol The article I reference is here: https://greatist.com/grow/science-backed-reasons-meditate Support Daily Zen here: https://www.patreon.com/dailyzen
    12 January 2018, 8:27 pm
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