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Deep South Dharma
by Christine Bates
From a Buddhist minister and contemplative therapist in Oxford MS, the Deep South Dharma podcast is a resource for people cultivating the Noble 8-Factored Path, religious minorities who are contemplative by nature, or those just curious about Buddhism. Christie was raised in Alabama, educated in Tennessee, and ordained in the Embracing Simplicity Contemplative Order at Heartwood Refuge in North Carolina. She now lives in Mississippi. Learn more about her meditation groups at passaticounseling.com/groups and visit Flowering Lotus Meditation for upcoming retreat opportunities.
Episodes
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Ep 138 ~ What Do You Mean, 'Practice?'
Rev. Christie Bates (Passatininna), a licensed professional counselor and ordained Buddhist lay minister of the Embracing Simplicity Contemplative Order, speaking as co-founder and teacher of Deep South Dharma, Mondays 7PM CT. This episode is a recording of the 9/20/2021 talk and discusses…
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Ep 137 ~ The Dance of Allowing
Christine Bates, a licensed professional counselor and ordained Buddhist lay minister in the Embracing Simplicity Contemplative Order, shares the fifth of five posts on Mindful Parenting, based on the work of Dave Richo. More information about Deep South Dharma can be found at...
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Ep 136 ~ Affection is Not Optional in Mindful Parenting
Christine Bates, a licensed professional counselor and ordained Buddhist lay minister in the Embracing Simplicity Contemplative Order, shares the fourth of five posts on Mindful Parenting, based on the work of Dave Richo. More information about Deep South Dharma can be found at...
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Ep 135 ~ A "Just-Because" Kind of Love
Christine Bates, a licensed professional counselor and ordained Buddhist lay minister in the Embracing Simplicity Contemplative Order, shares the three of five posts on Mindful Parenting, based on the work of Dave Richo. More information about Deep South Dharma can be found at...
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Ep ~ 134 You Belong Through Mindful Parenting
Christine Bates, a licensed professional counselor and ordained Buddhist lay minister in the Embracing Simplicity Contemplative Order, shares the second of five posts on Mindful Parenting, based on the work of Dave Richo. More information about Deep South Dharma can be found at...
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Ep 133 ~ How to Be an Adult While Parenting
Christine Bates, a licensed professional counselor ordained in the Embracing Simplicity Contemplative Order, shares the first of five posts on Mindful Parenting, based on the work of Dave Richo. More information about Deep South Dharma can be found at www.deepsouthdharma.org
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Ep 132 ~ Pacify the Mind / The Gravel of Suffering
A 20-minute meditation followed by a brief topic opening. Recorded "live" from the Deep South Dharma Online Group. In North Mississippi, join us Mondays 630-730pm Central Time at the Edison on University Avenue for Oxford Mindfulness Group, beginning May 3rd! Details at deepsouthdharma.org…
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Ep 131 ~ Change...Again
Life is constantly changing, but that's NOT why there is suffering. In this talk, Christine explores the 2nd Noble Truth. The popular topic of the so-called "3 characteristics" are also explored. In North Mississippi, join us Mondays 630-730pm Central Time at the Edison on University Avenue for...
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Ep 130 ~ No Room for Hindrances: Atomic Metta
After a mini-intro to the subject, Christine leads meditation using one of the metta (good will, loving-friendliness, kindness) practices from Bhante G's book "Beyond Mindfulness in Plain English." If you happen to live in North Mississippi, join us Mondays 630-730pm Central Time at the Edison on...
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Ep 129 ~ Midweek Meditation / Beginnings and Endings
A recording of the last "Midweek Meditation" of this pandemic season, offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. The live Wednesday groups have come to an end, but this podcast has not! Join Christie, Jaya, and the Oxford (MS) Online Practice community Saturdays 10-11am CENTRAL time....
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Ep 128 ~ Midweek Meditation / A Year to (Really) Live
A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the link to Midweek Meditation at deepsouthdharma.org or at passaticounseling.com Join…
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Ep 127 ~ Midweek Meditation / Awash in Compassion
Practicing compassion by allowing ourselves to let go of reactions and rest in care about suffering. "May I learn to care about this/May I meet this with mercy/May I be present to myself/you in this/That I may be filled with compassion" As we settle in, we may find ourselves moved to deepen...
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Ep 126 ~ Midweek Meditation / Mind Aware of Senses, Mind Aware of Mind
Join us via this recording of our live Zoom group of April 7, 2021 for an experience of visiting all six senses and enhanced awareness of the mind that can be aware of them. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens...
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Ep 125 ~ Midweek Meditation / You are Enough and Not Too Much
20 minutes of resting within the boundless field of good will and feeling "right-sized" A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the…
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Ep 124 ~ Midweek Meditation / Balancing Our Compassion
Balancing compassion for self and other with equanimity/serenity. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the link to Midweek…
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Ep 123 ~ Midweek Meditation / Essential Safety
Meeting our experiences with awareness of our essential safety in this moment, whether those feeling experiences are pleasant, unpleasant or neutral. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happened on Wednesdays during the...
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Ep 122 ~ Midweek Meditation / Out of Our Own Way
20 minutes of settling into enjoyment of practice, allowing it to happen, getting out of our own way. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and...
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Ep 121 ~ A Gash in the Fabric
Meeting times of tragedy, loss or grief in community. Join Christie*, Jaya**, and other members of Deep South Dharma at our Saturday Morning Practice Group at 10-11am CENTRAL time ONLINE. Christie also offers Midweek Meditation via Zoom on Wednesdays, 1130a-12noon Central time. Pick up the Zoom...
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Ep 120 ~ Midweek Meditation / Non-Identification
Working with the Buddha's earliest teachings on non-identification with the forms that (sooner or later) cause suffering. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have…
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Ep 119 ~ Midweek Meditation / Equanimity in Compassion
Working with equanimity allows us to quit avoiding our natural compassion for others, to keep our balance when feeling compassion for others, and often results in being of more use to others. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek...
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Ep 118 ~ Midweek Meditation Feb 17 2021
Giving yourself the gift of your own undivided attention. Join us live by picking up the links to our Zoom groups at deepsouthdharma.org
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Ep 117 ~ An Alternative Valentine
Excerpts from Ajahn Jayasaro's "On Love." Join Christie*, Jaya**, and other members of Deep South Dharma at our Saturday Morning Practice Group at 10-11am CENTRAL time ONLINE. Christie also offers Midweek Meditation via Zoom on Wednesdays, 1130a-12noon Central time. After you make sure you have...
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Ep 116 ~ Midweek Meditation / A Break from Wanting
Wanting is not wrong; but it DOES create suffering. Take a break from it, for just a few minutes, and see what happens. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your...
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Ep 115 ~ Midweek Meditation - Better Sound Quality
Introduction to Equanimity - Establishing a suitable attitude toward the self no matter the circumstances A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account…
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Ep 114 ~ Mindfulness in Recovery with Kevin Griffin
Deep South Dharma was delighted to host Kevin Griffin and over 50 other participants in an online event on the evening of February 2, 2021. This audio recording from the live Zoom evening begins with a 20-minute meditation, followed by some reflections by Kevin about the use of mindfulness in...
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Ep 113 ~ Midweek Meditation/Feeling Tones
Working with feeling tones. To join us for "Mindfulness in Recovery with Kevin Griffin" on February 2nd, REGISTER NOW at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMld-iqqT4sH9PCNJ0D1zDiL0aad2yRo5sC A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom.…
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Ep 112 ~ Midweek Meditation January 20, 2021
Gratitude and Empathetic Joy A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the link to Midweek Meditation at deepsouthdharma.org or at...
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Ep 111 ~ Midweek Meditation January 13 2021
Appreciation of goodness, wherever it's found. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the link to Midweek Meditation at...
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Ep 110 ~ January 6 2021 Midweek Meditation
This recording occurred during our live Zoom group at 1130am Central time, after a morning of appointments. So I was unaware of the events unfolding at the US Capitol. But our topic was working with "Sudden Change," so I hope there is something in it that's useful to you at this time. ~Christie...
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Ep 109 ~ Midweek Meditation December 30 2020
Recollection of Goodness A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the link to Midweek Meditation at deepsouthdharma.org or at...
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Ep 108 ~ Midweek Meditation December 23, 2020
Being present, enjoying communion. Also, please know WE ARE MEETING THE DAY AFTER CHRISTMAS, and you are welcome to join us this Saturday morning at our regular Oxford Online Practice Group - that link is also at DeepSouthDharma.org A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a…
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Ep 107 ~ Let it be enough. Let it be complete.
A reminder we can reduce strain and enjoy progress when we take things one day, one moment, one breath at a time. Join Christie*, Jaya, and other members of Deep South Dharma at our Saturday Morning Practice Group at 10-11am CENTRAL time ONLINE. Christie also offers Midweek Meditation via Zoom on...
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Ep 106 ~ Midweek Meditation December 16 2020
Playing with a light-hearted counting game as a resource when working with difficult emotions. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up...
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Ep 105 ~ Skillful Abandonment
Updates re this podcast and reflections on the Buddha's teaching of the 4 ways of Abandoning unskillful qualities, which is one of the 4 Noble Exertions. Join Christie*, Jaya, and other members of Deep South Dharma at our Saturday Morning Practice Group at 10-11am CENTRAL time ONLINE. Christie…
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Ep 104 ~ Midweek Meditation December 9, 2020
Strengthening your light, sharing through intention. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the link to Midweek Meditation at...
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Ep 103 ~ In Your Present Circumstances
Working with the mind in your present circumstances. Patience as a form of lovingkindness. If you want to support hunger relief through a well-practiced organization, see buddhistglobalrelief.org Join Christie*, Jaya, and other members of Deep South Dharma at our Saturday Morning Practice Group…
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Ep 102 ~ Midweek Meditation December 2 2020
Training Attention, Resting in Awareness A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the link to Midweek Meditation at deepsouthdharma.org…
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Ep 101 ~ Sutta Study: You're Not Nothin'
Consideration of identity changes during these pandemic days through the prism of The Five Reflections from AN 5.57, the Upajjhatthana Sutta. Join Christie*, Jaya, and other members of Deep South Dharma at our Saturday Morning Practice Group at 10-11am CENTRAL time ONLINE. Christie also offers...
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Ep: 100 ~ Midweek Meditation November 26 2020
This recording of the 11/25/20 Midweek Meditation on Zoom is being released November 26 2020. It is an intentional practice of deepening gladness wherever you can find it, allowing your whole system to abide there for a few moments of healing and refreshment. A recording of "Midweek Meditation"...
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Ep 99 ~ Sutta Study: The Skillful Use of Food
Exploration of the skillful use of food from the MN 2. The skillful use of food to relieve/prevent suffering for oneself and others. To contribute to hunger relief domestically and internationally, consider a donation to buddhistglobalrelief.org. Join Christie, Jaya, and other members of Deep…
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Ep 98 ~ Midweek Meditation November 20 2020
Meditation on the 32 Body Parts (Asubha Sutta) A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the link to Midweek Meditation at...
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Ep 97 ~ Rerun: When We Lose a Major Source of Support
In honor of the first anniversary since the death of a friend. In honor of 1.31 million lives worldwide and counting. Join Christie, Jaya, and other members of Deep South Dharma at our Saturday Morning Practice Group at 10-11am CENTRAL time ONLINE. Christie also offers Midweek Meditation via Zoom...
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Ep 96 ~ Midweek Meditation November 11 2020
Mindfulness of Breathing, as taught by Thich Nhat Hanh, for a "full stop" midweek refresher. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up…
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Ep 95 ~ Accountability as a Aspect of Refuge
Accountability - especially in Sangha - as a means of support and authenticity, not self-flagellation. Join Christie, Jaya, and other members of Deep South Dharma at our Saturday Morning Practice Group at 10-11am CENTRAL time ONLINE. Christie also offers Midweek Meditation via Zoom on Wednesdays,...
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Ep 94 Midweek Meditation Nov 4 2020
Training for free will. A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the link to Midweek Meditation at deepsouthdharma.org or at...
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Ep 93 ~ Heart-Informed Action
A brief partial treatment of how the "divine abidings" interact to train the heart for wise action, followed by a 15 minute meditation for those who are ill. Join Christie, Jaya, and other members of Deep South Dharma at our Saturday Morning Practice Group at 10-11am CENTRAL time ONLINE. Christie...
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Ep 92 ~ Midweek Meditation October 28 2020
Mindful of Anticipation A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the link to Midweek Meditation at deepsouthdharma.org or at...
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Ep 91 ~ Everyday Cessation
Using the practice of "little nibbana" taught by Bhuddhadasa Bhikkhu to break the accelerating cycle of stress and suffering as we near the US elections of Nov 3. Join Christie, Jaya, and other members of Deep South Dharma at our Saturday Morning Practice Group at 10-11am CENTRAL time ONLINE....
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Ep 90 Midweek Meditation Oct 21 2020
Stay off of the roller coaster, grounded in awareness A recording of "Midweek Meditation" offered by Christie* to a LIVE practice group via Zoom. Midweek Meditation happens Wednesdays 1130am-12noon Central. Make sure you have your Zoom account and pick up the link to Midweek Meditation at...
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Ep 89 ~ How Do We Keep Going?
The practice of taking refuge is open to anyone, and helps orient us in chaotic times. Join Christie, Jaya, and other members of Deep South Dharma at our Saturday Morning Practice Group at 10-11am CENTRAL time ONLINE. Christie also offers Midweek Meditation via Zoom on Wednesdays, 1130a-12noon...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
From a Buddhist minister and contemplative therapist in Oxford MS, the Deep South Dharma podcast is a resource for people cultivating the Noble 8-Factored Path, religious minorities who are contemplative by nature, or those just curious about Buddhism. Christie was raised in Alabama, educated in Tennessee, and ordained in the Embracing Simplicity Contemplative Order at Heartwood Refuge in North Carolina. She now lives in Mississippi. Learn more about her meditation groups at passaticounseling.com/groups and visit Flowering Lotus Meditation for upcoming retreat opportunities.
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