The Quicksand of Your Own Mind

The Quicksand of Your Own Mind

Author: Yeshe Rabgye January 24, 2026 Duration: 9:44

Do you ever feel trapped on an emotional rollercoaster of your own making? Most of us believe our feelings come from the world around us, but what if the source of your stress, anxiety, and frustration is much closer to home? This podcast explores a profound yet simple distinction between having thoughts and getting lost in thinking. It reveals how this unconscious habit constructs your entire reality and is the root of your psychological suffering. Discover how to step off the mental treadmill and find the calm that exists just beneath the noise,transforming your experience of life from the inside out.

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In a world often filled with noise, Buddhism Guide offers a space for practical reflection. Hosted by Yeshe Rabgye, a Buddhist monk originally from England, this podcast approaches ancient wisdom with a grounded, secular perspective. Yeshe travels internationally, sharing teachings on meditation, mindfulness, and mental well-being, but here he distils those conversations into accessible audio sessions. The tone is deliberately unpretentious, stripping away cultural ornamentation to focus on the core principles that can be applied to modern life. You won't find dogma here; instead, each episode invites a personal examination of your own mind and experiences. Yeshe presents ideas with clarity, never demanding blind acceptance but encouraging thoughtful inquiry. Whether exploring the nature of suffering, the mechanics of meditation, or the everyday cultivation of compassion, this podcast serves as a pragmatic companion. It’s for anyone curious about how Buddhist thought can inform a more resilient and aware existence, regardless of spiritual background. Tuning in feels less like attending a lecture and more like engaging in a considered dialogue, one that values your own insight as much as the teaching itself.
Author: Language: en-gb Episodes: 50

Buddhism Guide
Podcast Episodes
Mangala Sutra - Part Six [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:19
In part six of the Mangala Sutra, we look at the importance of having a teacher, guide, or spiritual friend. We are obviously going to face obstacles and hindrances on the path, so having someone with experience to suppo…
Mangala Sutra - Part Five [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:20
This podcast deals with characteristics and patterns of behaviour we should all try to cultivate, such as diligence, patience, contentment and being humble and a good communicator. This podcast is based on my book ‘Life’…
Mangala Sutra - Part Four [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:39
In part four of the Mangala Sutra we continue to look at the social principles. This covers how we can refrain from harmful acts and how we need to put great effort into developing beneficial acts and avoiding destructiv…
Mangala Sutra - Part Three [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:58
In this third part of the Mangala Sutra, we will look at the Social Principles. These social principles take us further into our journey of becoming more responsible and reducing our mental suffering. By implementing the…
Mangala Sutra - Part Two [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:00
In part two of the Mangala Sutra we look at learning and practical skills, a code of conduct, appropriate speech and much more. This podcast is based on my book ‘Life’s Meandering Path’- which is available from Amazon an…
Mangala Sutra - Part One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:41
For centuries people have been indulging in superstitions, lucky charms, omens, divinations, and fortune-telling. They have used these things to help them make decisions and keep them from taking responsibility for their…
The Twelve Links of Dependent Arising [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:35
A central teaching in traditional Buddhism is the principle of dependent arising, which states that all things happen through cause and conditions and that they are interdependent. No phenomenon, whether outer or inner,…
Are We Born with Compassion? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:02
It is my understanding that we are born with compassion as part of our survival instincts, which means compassion is essential to human relationships and to help humanity. The problem is these days we spend an awful lot…
Building Your Emotional Strength [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:25
When we are faced with challenging obstacles, we all cope in different ways, some face them head on, whereas others buckle under the pressure. It's important for us to find ways to build up our emotional strength. What i…