Why Do I Meditate?

Why Do I Meditate?

Author: Won Buddhism of North Carolina May 11, 2025 Duration: 0:00
There are many benefits to meditation and many ways to meditate. But what if the real reason we meditate is to increase our cool factor? Patty Daniels (HwaTawonym) discusses how gaining freedom of mind comes only through consummate practice and a great vow.

At its core, The Heart Of Practice NC is an invitation to explore a living tradition. Created by the Won Buddhism community of North Carolina, this podcast offers a direct experience of how ancient Buddhist principles are woven into the fabric of contemporary life. Each episode feels like a quiet conversation or a shared moment of practice, moving beyond theory into the tangible rhythms of daily cultivation. You’ll hear dharma talks that address modern questions with timeless wisdom, sessions of healing chants meant to soothe and focus the mind, and guided practices like QiGong that unite breath, movement, and intention. The aim isn't to present a rigid doctrine, but to share the tools and reflections that actually help people on their path. Whether you are deeply familiar with Buddhist practice or simply curious about mindfulness and self-improvement, this series provides a grounded space to listen and engage. It’s about finding the essential pulse within the practice itself-the heart of it. By tuning in, you join a community exploring how these arts of mind, body, and spirit can foster resilience, clarity, and compassion right where you are. This podcast is a doorway into that ongoing exploration, a resource for anyone seeking to integrate these principles into their own story.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 103

The Heart Of Practice NC
Podcast Episodes
What is Practice [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:37
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Keeping an Open Mind [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:18
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Rebirth Every Day [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:18
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Peace on Earth - Is This Possible? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:24
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An Affinity with Light [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:29
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Seasons Change, What Remains? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:34
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Am I Created by My Mind? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:42
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