EPISODE · Feb 24, 2026 · 58 MIN
Inside Mindfulness with Nicholas Buxton
from Inside Mindfulness · host Michael Atkinson
Nicholas Buxton is the Chief Executive of the Society of the Sacred Mission, at St Antony’s Priory, a Christian spirituality centre in Durham. He is an Anglican priest, having previously been vicar of a parish in Newcastle city Centre, where he also developed ‘Just Meditation – a simple, accessible and inclusive approach to the learning and practice of meditation – and founded the Newcastle Meditation Centre (which was sadly forced to close in 2020). Nicholas has a PhD in Buddhist philosophy and is the author of a number of books about meditation and Christian spirituality, including Tantalus and the Pelican: exploring monastic spirituality today (2009), The Wilderness Within: meditation and modern life (2014), and Just Meditation: everyday meditation for everyone (2020).In this episode, Nicholas shares his journey as a writer and Anglican priest, exploring the significance of contemplative practices in his life. He discusses the intersection of Buddhism and Christianity, the importance of adapting teachings for diverse audiences, and the cultural reflections on spirituality in contemporary society. Nicholas emphasises the need for authenticity and deeper understanding in spiritual practices, particularly among younger generations.
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Nicholas Buxton is the Chief Executive of the Society of the Sacred Mission, at St Antony’s Priory, a Christian spirituality centre in Durham. He is an Anglican priest, having previously been vicar of a parish in Newcastle city Centre, where he also developed ‘Just Meditation – a simple, accessible and inclusive approach to the learning and practice of meditation – and founded the Newcastle Meditation Centre (which was sadly forced to close in 2020). Nicholas has a PhD in Buddhist philosophy and is the author of a number of books about meditation and Christian spirituality, including Tantalus and the Pelican: exploring monastic spirituality today (2009), The Wilderness Within: meditation and modern life (2014), and Just Meditation: everyday meditation for everyone (2020).In this episode, Nicholas shares his journey as a writer and Anglican priest, exploring the significance of contemplative practices in his life. He discusses the intersection of Buddhism and Christianity, the importance of adapting teachings for diverse audiences, and the cultural reflections on spirituality in contemporary society. Nicholas emphasises the need for authenticity and deeper understanding in spiritual practices, particularly among younger generations.
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