What Do We Mean by Karma?

What Do We Mean by Karma?

Author: Pragmatic Buddhism March 6, 2026 Duration: 38:40

The word “karma” gets used everywhere from social media to pop culture but what does it actually mean in Buddhist practice? In this talk, Joe and the Columbus sangha unpack karma as a teaching about intentional action and the patterns that follow from it. Rather than framing life as predetermined, this perspective highlights how each moment contains the seeds of future experience. When we understand karma clearly, we see both the weight of our habits and the possibility of change. This episode invites listeners to consider karma not as fate, but as a path toward responsibility and liberation.


Pragmatic Buddhism offers a space for down-to-earth Dharma talks, mindful reflections, and unscripted conversations. It’s for anyone curious about how ancient insight meets the complexities of modern living. Rather than presenting teachings in isolation, this podcast weaves Buddhist principles together with perspectives from psychology, neuroscience, and ordinary lived experience. You’ll hear discussions that feel like a genuine exploration, not a lecture, focusing on how these ideas actually function in daily life. The tone is accessible, whether you’re just beginning to explore meditation or have been practicing for years. Each episode is an invitation to cultivate a more authentic awareness and a deeper sense of compassionate acceptance, without pretense or dogma. The aim is to make the path practical, examining how we navigate relationships, work, and internal challenges with a clearer, more grounded perspective. This isn’t about abstract philosophy; it’s about the tangible application of wisdom. Tune in for a thoughtful, meandering conversation that values curiosity over certainty, and finds the profound within the everyday. The Pragmatic Buddhism podcast serves as a companion for integrating these reflections into your own journey, one honest conversation at a time.
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