Existential Philosophy meets Buddhism meets Modern Observations with Joe Singleton [Episode 137]

Joe Singleton and Paul Krauss MA LPC discuss Joe's new book MARA DAWN BUDDHA RISE: THE AWAKENING . Joe Singleton discusses his background in Existential Philosophy, Buddhism, his previous, his current pursuits, as well as a deep dive into why he believes philosophy and Buddhist practices may help a modern person cope with chaos and difficulties of modern living. Joe's writing and speaking are both poetic in nature and his observations of the current state of the world are at once sharp and loving. If you are wondering why life seems like it never makes it to the point you want, and you notice continuous suffering--this podcast episode is for you. If you are questioning your own life philosophy and you are looking for applied practice--take a list to this episode. JOE SINGLETON IS AN AUTHOR, EDITOR, PUBLISHER, TAROT CARD SPINNER, ROCKHOUND, LAPIDARY ARTIST AND CO-OWNER WITH NOELLE EDWARDS OF 'THE LOCAL STONE' CRYSTAL, TAROT AND CHAKRA JEWELRY BOUTIQUE IN GALVESTON, TX. EVER SEEKING TO FULFILL THE CHALLENGE AND QUEST OF THE GOD APOLLO TO 'KNOW THYSELF', HIS LITERARY JOURNEY HAS TAKEN HIM FROM THE CORE OF EXISTENTIAL PHILOSOPHY ALL THE WAY TO THE REALMS OF THE SPIRITUAL BUDDHAVERSE.   Get involved with the National Violence Prevention Hotline: 501(c)(3) Donate Share with your network Write your congressperson Sign our Petition Preview an Online Video Course for the Parents of Young Adults (Parenting Issues) Unique and low cost learning opportunities through Shion Consulting Paul Krauss MA LPC is the Clinical Director of Health for Life Counseling Grand Rapids, home of The Trauma-Informed Counseling Center of Grand Rapids. Paul is also a Private Practice Psychotherapist, an Approved EMDRIA Consultant , host of the Intentional Clinician podcast, Behavioral Health Consultant, Clinical Trainer, Counseling Supervisor, and Meditation Teacher. Paul is now offering consulting for a few individuals and organizations. Paul is the creator of the National Violence Prevention Hotline as well as the Intentional Clinician Training Program for Counselors. Paul has been quoted in the Washington Post, NBC News, Wired Magazine, and Counseling Today. Questions? Call the office at 616-200-4433.  If you are looking for EMDRIA consulting groups, Paul Krauss MA LPC is now hosting a weekly online group.  For details, click here. For general behavioral and mental health consulting for you or your organization. Follow Health for Life Counseling- Grand Rapids: Instagram   |   Facebook     |     Youtube  Original Music: ”Alright" from the forthcoming album Mystic by PAWL (Spotify) "Black Sand" from Mahal by Glass Beams (Spotify) ”Windshield" from the forthcoming album Mystic by PAWL (Spotify)