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EPISODE · May 12, 2026 · 34 MIN

Life's Power Over Our Practice

from Triple Gem of the North · host Triplegem

Find yourself unable to sit down on the cushion because of “life”? In this podcast, Bhante illustrates how one can fall short on their discipline with meditation due to societal demands and life’s responsibilities. Obstacles like craving and self-centeredness can sneak into one’s life and pull them away from their practice. But through compassionate discipline and honest reflection, anyone can learn to gently take ownership of their practice by creating supporting conditions to steadily deepen their commitment. Link for Bhante Sathi’s Book “ The Mind Workout: For a Lifetime of Happiness” https://bhantesathi.com/books/the-mind-workout-for-a-lifetime-of-happiness-bhante-sathi/9798349278129 Link for the upcoming Teacher’s Certification Program https://www.mettameditationcenter.org/mindfulness-and-meditation-teachers-training-program-2026/ Link for all 2026 retreats: https://www.mettameditationcenter.org/retreats-workshops/

Find yourself unable to sit down on the cushion because of “life”? In this podcast, Bhante illustrates how one can fall short on their discipline with meditation due to societal demands and life’s responsibilities. Obstacles like craving and self-centeredness can sneak into one’s life and pull them away from their practice. But through compassionate discipline and honest reflection, anyone can learn to gently take ownership of their practice by creating supporting conditions to steadily deepen their commitment. Link for Bhante Sathi’s Book “ The Mind Workout: For a Lifetime of Happiness” https://bhantesathi.com/books/the-mind-workout-for-a-lifetime-of-happiness-bhante-sathi/9798349278129 Link for the upcoming Teacher’s Certification Program https://www.mettameditationcenter.org/mindfulness-and-meditation-teachers-training-program-2026/ Link for all 2026 retreats: https://www.mettameditationcenter.org/retreats-workshops/

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