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Inner Sanctuary-As It Is Now
by sonomama
This podcast is for thinkers, leaders, and seekers who are exhausted by the noise of modern life and the endless cycle of self-correction. Whether you are navigating a high-pressure career, leading a complex organization, or healing from personal upheaval, my work is for those ready to stop 'doing' and start 'being.' This podcast serves anyone looking to move from interference to presence, treating the chaos of life not as a problem to be solved, but as the background music to a natural state of calm.
Episodes
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Embracing Impermanence: A Journey to Self-Discovery
The highlight of this episode is the exploration of impermanence as a pathway to self-discovery and enlightenment. The discussion emphasizes how recognizing our fluid nature and the transient aspects of life can liberate us from the constraints of a fixed self-image, or ego. By embracing this...
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The Art of Resilience: Why Stillness is a Myth
The highlight of this episode is the redefinition of resilience through the concept of "The Sway." While most wellness advice focuses on achieving "stillness" or "calm" by stopping thoughts, this episode flips the script. It suggests that your mental "shaking"—overthinking, anxiety, or emotional...
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Embracing Thoughts as They Are: Paradox of Sonomama
In this episode of the Inner Sanctuary podcast, titled "The Paradox of Sonomama: Embracing Thoughts as They Are," Keiko explores the practice of Sonomama, which means "as-it-is" in Japanese. The key takeaway is that true presence and well-being come from allowing our thoughts and feelings to…
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Victim Mentality: Embracing Liberation to Transform Self and the World
In this enlightening episode of Inner Sanctuary, host Keiko delves into the transformative power of "sonomama," a Zen-inspired approach that encourages us to embrace our current realities without judgment. We explore the pervasive victim mentality that many carry, often unconsciously, and discuss...
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Illusion of Ownership
The highlight of this episode, "The Illusion of Ownership," revolves around the profound realization that we cannot truly own anything in life. It emphasizes that our beliefs about possession—whether it be material items or relationships—are illusions. By understanding that we do not own our...
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Transformative Meditation Stories with Inner Sanctuary
In this episode, participants share transformative experiences from their meditation journey, emphasizing the importance of the sonomama practice in fostering inner peace and emotional stability. Listeners will hear how meditation has strengthened personal relationships and promoted...
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Breaking Free The Trap of Overthinking
In this episode, we explore the pervasive issue of overthinking and its impact on our emotional well-being. Listeners will learn how to recognize the difference between thoughts and reality, and discover practical strategies to break free from the cycle of analysis. Join us as we embrace the...
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From Nightmares to Clarity: A SONOMAMA Exploration
In this episode, we explore the transformative SONOMAMA practice, guiding listeners to understand the dual nature of their experiences—sweet dreams and nightmares. By recognizing themselves as the screen on which these dreams are projected, participants can cultivate a safe inner sanctuary…
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The Journey of Presence: Discovering True Nature
In this episode of "The Journey of Presence: Discovering True Nature," the host explores the transformative practice of leaving thoughts and emotions as they are, cultivating inner peace. Drawing on Zen philosophy, she shares insights about the concept of "Shoho Jisso" and the importance of daily...
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Reality and Illusion: Beyond Law of Attraction
The episode addresses a community question on the relationship between the Law of Attraction and sonomama, the Zen practice of "as-it-is-ness". This episode explores how suffering arises not from reality, but from the illusions and stories we build around it, and offers a path to discern between...
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Doing Zen
The episode introduces Doing Zen, a practice of sonomama (as-it-is-ness) that extends Zen from meditation into every moment of daily life. The core instruction is to do what is in front of you now, giving the task at hand your full attention and letting go of unrelated thoughts. This transforms...
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sonomama at here and now
This episode explores the radical simplicity of the present moment through the Zen teaching of sonomama—as-it-is-ness. Keiko invites you to loosen the grip of judgment, stop chasing change, and return to the only reality there is: now. Let thoughts and feelings arise and pass. Just sit, breathe,...
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You are the sky
In this episode of the Inner Sanctuary podcast, Keiko explores a question many meditators ask: “What do I do with all these thoughts?” Rather than trying to silence or control them, she introduces the Zen practice of sonomama, which means as-it-is in Japanese. With over 20 years of experience,...
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Dealing with the unpleasant thoughts
Why is it that the more we try to control our thoughts, the louder they seem to get? In this episode, Keiko introduces the Japanese concept of Sonomama—leaving things exactly as they are. Through humor and relatable metaphors, we learn why our thoughts are like "spam emails" or "farts": natural...
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Finding Peace in Things As They Are
In this episode, we explore the essence of SONOMAMA—meeting each moment just as it is. Through simple sitting, without trying to change or control experience, we begin to see the difference between reality and the stories we create. This practice gently softens self-judgment and reveals a quiet...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This podcast is for thinkers, leaders, and seekers who are exhausted by the noise of modern life and the endless cycle of self-correction. Whether you are navigating a high-pressure career, leading a complex organization, or healing from personal upheaval, my work is for those ready to stop 'doing' and start 'being.' This podcast serves anyone looking to move from interference to presence, treating the chaos of life not as a problem to be solved, but as the background music to a natural state of calm.
HOSTED BY
sonomama
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This podcast is for thinkers, leaders, and seekers who are exhausted by the noise of modern life and the endless cycle of self-correction. Whether you are navigating a high-pressure career, leading a complex organization, or healing from personal upheaval, my work is for those ready to stop 'doing'...
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Inner Sanctuary-As It Is Now has 15 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Inner Sanctuary-As It Is Now is created and hosted by sonomama.
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