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Daily Zen
by Charlie Ambler
Daily Zen started in 2008. Since then it has garnered 300k monthly readers. I've published a collection of my essays and post everyday on Twitter. In this podcast I encourage a conversation between myself and readers. Tweet questions at me each week (@dailyzen) and I'll pick a few to discuss each episode. Topics include mindfulness, meditation and relationships.
Episodes
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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
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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....
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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...
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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
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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
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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...
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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
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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...
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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…
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Internal And External Life
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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...
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Acceptance
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Change
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Meditation and Meaninglessness
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Ego and Decision Making
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Planning vs. Worrying
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Your Virtual Life
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Conflict, Competition, and Mindfulness
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Meditation & Exercise
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What Is Truth?
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Motivation
By changing the way we approach motivation, it's possible to spend our time in such a way that brings both joy and success. The key is to not overthink it. Support Daily Zen here: https://www.patreon.com/dailyzen
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Modern Mindfulness
What's the difference between non-attachment and detachment? How do we control our monkey brains? How do we not let the news get us down? Support Daily Zen on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dailyzen
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Meditation & Inner-Peace
I discuss peace, idealism, esoteric spirituality and cleverness. Suggest topics on Twitter (@dailyzen)
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Self Compassion / Beginner's Mind
What does it mean to see things anew? How does this help us be kinder to ourselves?
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Meditation & Mental Health
I talk about psychiatry, envy and making peace with the past.
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The Meaning of Life
I discuss negativity, the meaning of life and the purpose of meditation.
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Overcoming Anxiety
How do we overcome anxiety? How do we deal with emptiness? What are Zen politics?
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Gratitude and Happiness
I discuss gratitude, happiness and social conflict.
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True Love
Today I discuss love, alienation, anger, and mindfulness in the digital world.
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Finding Peace In Chaos
I respond to your twitter questions about non-duality, detachment, idealism and politics. twitter.com/dailyzen
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Meditation and Creativity
Thanks for your questions! Comments and suggestions: twitter.com/dailyzen
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How To Go With The Flow
A brief meditation on learning to 'be like water' and go with the flow. More at www.thedailyzen.org and www.twitter.com/dailyzen
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Grief
How do we cope with pain? How do we do it mindfully? How do we learn not to indulge in suffering and simply let it pass? I talk about some of these ideas on this week's episode. www.twitter.com/dailyzen http://www.thedailyzen.org
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How To Meditate
A brief guide to meditation. You can find more at www.thedailyzen.org and twitter.com/dailyzen . The podcast is also available on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-daily-zen-podcast/id1016231664?mt=2
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Daily Zen started in 2008. Since then it has garnered 300k monthly readers. I've published a collection of my essays and post everyday on Twitter. In this podcast I encourage a conversation between myself and readers. Tweet questions at me each week (@dailyzen) and I'll pick a few to discuss each episode. Topics include mindfulness, meditation and relationships.
HOSTED BY
Charlie Ambler
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How many episodes does Daily Zen have?
Daily Zen currently has 34 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Daily Zen about?
Daily Zen started in 2008. Since then it has garnered 300k monthly readers. I've published a collection of my essays and post everyday on Twitter. In this podcast I encourage a conversation between myself and readers. Tweet questions at me each week (@dailyzen) and I'll pick a few to discuss each...
How often does Daily Zen release new episodes?
Daily Zen has 34 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Daily Zen?
Daily Zen is created and hosted by Charlie Ambler.
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