Shaping Your Life by Awakening the Power to Choose - Rev. Jieun

Shaping Your Life by Awakening the Power to Choose - Rev. Jieun

Author: Won Buddhism December 10, 2025 Duration: 28:27
Shaping Your Life by Awakening the Power to Choose - Rev. Jieun

In the quiet moments between our daily tasks, we often seek a point of connection-a way to ground ancient wisdom in the reality of modern life. Won Buddhism Dharma Talks offers just that: a space where timeless teachings are explored not as historical artifacts, but as living, breathing guides for today's world. This podcast presents dharma talks that directly address the complexities of contemporary existence, from navigating personal relationships and work stress to cultivating a deeper sense of inner peace and purpose. The discussions stem from the perspective of Won Buddhism, which interprets the Buddha's core insights through a lens suited for our current society. You'll hear thoughtful reflections on integrating mindfulness into a busy schedule, the practical application of compassion in everyday interactions, and how to find clarity amidst constant noise. Each episode is an invitation to pause and reflect, providing listeners with tangible principles to consider and apply. The aim is not to add another item to your to-do list, but to offer a resonant perspective that can transform how you move through your day. We are here to share Won Buddhism dharma talks because we believe these teachings hold profound relevance, offering a path of wisdom that is both accessible and deeply transformative for anyone listening, wherever they are on their journey.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
The Koan of Uncle Ralph by Nate Jackson (Won JaySun) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:08
Through the lens of koan contemplation, longtime Won Buddhist practitioner, Nate Jackson (Won JaySun) explores a topic in this inviting dharma talk that some of us find daunting: reincarnation. Using curiosity to probe h…
The Importance of Mindfulness with Every Step - Rev. WonGong [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:06
Our minds are both powerful and subtle, and in this reflective dharma talk, Rev. WonGong considers how mindfulness impacts the trajectory of cause and effect in our lives. Cultivating our mind is crucial, and she encoura…
My Practice of Choice in Action - Rev. Jo [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:48
Dharma Talk by Rev. Jo (June 19, 2022) @Won Dharma Center #wonbuddhism #dharmatalk #wondharmacenter #meditation #action
The Paradox of Nonduality - Michael Macklin (Won Hyoung) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:15
From birth our experience is one of dualism - inside/outside, me/you, etc.. Where, then, is nonduality in our existence? In a conversational way, Michael Macklin (Won Hyoung) tackles nonduality, a brave act since, as man…
Restoring Great Energy - Rev. WonGong [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:23
Restoring the great energy of the universe within us – What a beautiful practice! Rev. WonGong shares with us how the power of sky, earth, fellow beings, and meditation restored her essential life force energy. She then…
Myriad Dharmas Return to One - Rev. ZiYoung [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:45
We can observe "Defilements and idles thoughts" in our every-day lives. Rev. ZiYoung describes how the Founding Master told a follower perplexed by this mind that, “The myriad dharmas return to one; to what does the one…
See No Evil? - Lara Olson (Won LaSon) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:12
In her deeply reflective dharma talk, long-time practitioner, Lara Olson (Won LaSon) unflinchingly looks at the concept of evil through Buddhist eyes. Peeling through layers of culture and self-doubt, she reveals how des…
Facemasks: The Dharma of Conditioning - Rev. WonGong [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:34
Facemasks have become a hot topic in recent years, and in this clear-sighted dharma talk, Rev. WonGong uses them as a vehicle for exploring the layers of conditioning that shapes our mind. As our understanding grows, so…