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"Why Self-compassion Is More Important for Psychological Well-being than Self-esteem" with Kristin Neff
Kristin's research shows that self-compassion offers all of the psychological benefits of self-esteem with none of its drawbacks. In fact, research indicates that by caring for ourselves compassionately we are more motivated to learn from our mistakes, grow, and reach our full potential.
- Audio Teleseminars
- 2010-06-09
- 00:59:45
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Choosing to Give
A New Wave of Conscious Philanthropy
Dinan and Mitchell demonstrate that sharing wealth and talents can be a compassionate act.
- Publications Articles
- September - November 2004
- 2 pages
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"A Guided Meditation of Forgiveness" with Azim Khamisa (part 1 of 2)
When Azim's only son was murdered, he found that his practice of meditation had given him the compassion and grace to practice forgiveness. Azim offers this meditation as a way to cultivate forgiveness, as it is through forgiveness that we can create a culture of peace.
- Audio Lectures
- 2006-05-02
- 00:10:46
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"A Guided Meditation of Forgiveness" with Azim Khamisa (part 2 of 2)
When Azim's only son was murdered, he found that his practice of meditation had given him the compassion and grace to practice forgiveness. Azim offers this meditation as a way to cultivate forgiveness, as it is through forgiveness that we can create a culture of peace.
- Audio Lectures
- 2006-05-02
- 00:41:02
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Teleseminar with Stephen Post (sample)
Stephen Post, author of Why Good Things Happen to Good People talks with Cassandra Vieten about the science of love, compassion, and forgiveness. He sites scientific studies which reveal the human need to live compassionately.
- Audio Teleseminars
- 2008-02-12
- 00:03:00
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Conscious Aging course (class 3 of 8)
Developing Self-Compassion, with Sue Steele
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Week 3 of the course Conscious Aging.
The featured presenter for this class is Sue Steele of Compassion and Choices. In this class, elements of compassion are explored, including self kindness, how our suffering connects us to our human family rather than divides and separates us, and how mindfulness practices can help reduce critical self-talk when facing issues of aging.
- Audio Conscious Aging
- 2012-02-01
- 01:19:57
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"Bridging the Science of Emotion with Contemplative Traditions" with Margaret Kemeny (sample)
This teleseminar journeys to the frontiers of stress and healing with Dr. Margaret Kemeny, who is Professor of Psychiatry and director of a joint PhD program in Health Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience between the UCSF and UC Berkeley campuses. She talks with host Marilyn Schlitz, identifying the links between psychological factors, the immune system and health.
- Audio Teleseminars
- 2008-11-04
- 00:03:00
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Healing the World, Healing Ourselves
The founder of Tikkun magazine wants to strengthen the connection between our hearts and how we engage with a world in need. His answer lies in cultivating a consciousness of ...
- Publications Articles
- June - August 2008
- 6 pages
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I to We
The Role of Consciousness Transformation in Compassion and Altruism
It is clear that human consciousness can be transformed through spiritual experiences and practices. Little is known, however, about what the predictors, mediators, and outcomes are of such transformations in consciousness. In-depth structured interviews were conducted with forty-seven teachers and scholars from religious and spiritual traditions and modern transformative movements to identify factors common to the transformative process across traditions.
- Publications Scholarly Papers
- 2006
- 17 pages
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"How To Live A More Peaceful and Liberated Life" with Genpo Roshi (interview and Q&A)
In this program Dennis Genpo Merzel Roshi shares his groundbreaking “Big Mind Big Heart” teaching, a combination of Zen & Western psychology with host Tina Amorok. They discuss the “Buddha Mind” – the mind of clarity, transcendental wisdom, and unconditional compassion. And the need to examine the shadow side of ourselves.
- Audio Teleseminars
- 2008-07-15
- 00:57:54
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"How To Live A More Peaceful and Liberated Life" with Genpo Roshi (extended Q&A)
In this program Dennis Genpo Merzel Roshi shares his groundbreaking “Big Mind Big Heart” teaching, a combination of Zen & Western psychology with host Tina Amorok. They discuss the “Buddha Mind” – the mind of clarity, transcendental wisdom, and unconditional compassion. And the need to examine the shadow side of ourselves.
- Audio Teleseminars
- 2008-07-15
- 00:31:01
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Great Shift Dialogue: Michael Bernard Beckwith and David Hawkins
Power vs. Force author David Hawkins and Agape International founder Michael Bernard Beckwith describe important shifts in perception that represent the foundation for making shifts in the world. They explore ...
- Audio Interviews
- 2008-02-10
- 00:40:18
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Great Shift Dialogue: Michael Bernard Beckwith and David Hawkins (excerpt)
Power vs. Force author David Hawkins and Agape International founder Michael Bernard Beckwith describe important shifts in perception that represent the foundation for making shifts in the world. They explore the importance of simply being more aware and more loving and the ways that people can incorporate such shifts into their daily lives.
- Audio Shorts
- 2008-02-10
- 00:01:57
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"Born to Be Good" with Dacher Keltner (sample with discussion questions)
The Science of a Meaningful Life
Author and professor of psychology Dacher Keltner talks with host Marilyn Schlitz about his research on the biological and evolutionary origins of human goodness, with a special concentration on compassion, love, and beauty. Following the presentation, we provide questions to guide discussion about the teleseminar.
- Audio Shorts
- 2010-08-03
- 00:17:01
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"Creating a World that Works for All" with Sharif Abdullah
We can create a world that works for all. We can shift our consciousness, our compassion and our actions to inclusivity: "We are One." Through inclusivity, we can create a world that works for all. The Mess is based on an outmoded and dysfunctional story: we can articulate and practice a new story for a new, inclusive society.
- Audio Teleseminars
- 2005-07-06
- 01:11:45
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"Wisdom of the Heart" with Joan Borysenko (part 1 of 2)
Intimacy, Love, and Health
In this engaging discussion about the path to wholeness, Joan shares the wisdom of a variety of spiritual leaders. This approach is in keeping with the mission of her Claritas Institute, which teaches students to respect the differences between traditions while simultaneously recognizing the essential spirituality they share.
- Audio Lectures
- 2005-07-06
- 00:53:09
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"Wisdom of the Heart" with Joan Borysenko (part 2 of 2)
Intimacy, Love, and Health
In this engaging discussion about the path to wholeness, Joan shares the wisdom of a variety of spiritual leaders. This approach is in keeping with the mission of her Claritas Institute, which teaches students to respect the differences between traditions while simultaneously recognizing the essential spirituality they share.
- Audio Lectures
- 2005-07-06
- 00:52:26
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Taking in the Good course (class 1 of 8)
The Enchanted Loom
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Week 1 of the course Taking in the Good: Weaving Peace, Happiness, and Love into Your Brain and Yourself.
This first class addresses brain basics, including how the mind changes the brain, getting on your own side, and self-compassion.
- Audio Taking in the Good
- 2012-03-14
- 01:15:44
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Living Deeply course (class 6 of 8)
From "I" to "We"
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Week 6 of the course Living Deeply: The Art & Science of Transformation in Everyday Life.
This week moves us into a worldview that nurtures connectedness between ourselves, others, and the world itself, and triggers a natural emergence of compassion. Featured presenter – Tina Amorok, PsyD.
- Audio Living Deeply
- 2012-06-13
- 00:59:33
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"Birthing a New World" with Stanislav Grof (sample)
Dr. Grof reflects on the insights that have emerged from over 40 years of non-ordinary state research into the human psyche with psychedelics and Holotropic Breathwork™. He then relates this material to dynamics we are now experiencing on the world stage, showing how unconscious perinatal material is influential in war, violence, and oppression, and is often used by political leaders.
- Audio Teleseminars
- 2007-06-06
- 00:05:35