I have meditated off and on for years, but not to the level I had hoped for. This podcast was VERY helpful to me for understanding the true purpose of meditation and how to practice with this in mind.
@neilaughton9588 Thanks for your comment! Well said. His depth of personal experience really comes across in this interview doesn't it?! Very vibrant and energetic. Thank you for watching!
Kadam Morten makes a vitally important point that the purpose of meditation is not just achieving short term quick fixes to our problems but an exploration of the biggest questions in life and the definite finding of answers to those questions. It’s all to be played for! May everyone have the opportunity ❤
@AlysVanS Thank you for this insightful comment. This really is such an important understanding since quick fixes and instant gratification are now such a common part of our society. Yes, gaining meditative experience will take time, but it's time tremendously well spent.
I’ve been meditating about 3 yrs. It wasnt easy but very gradually getting improved. I understand what he is saying completely and I smile whenever I meditate with contentment arise inside of me.
@yunhendricks860 Thanks for sharing this reflection on your practice - I think it will be really inspiring for those who are just starting out with meditation. We need to be patient and consistent, and the profound value gradually reveals itself over time.
@Sashas-mom Thanks for your comment! He really is such an extraordinary practitioner and teacher. Kadam Morten teaches at Kadampa Meditation Centre New York City, as well as throughout the US and internationally. There are many other wonderful video clips of him that have been taken from teachings. Here's a favourite of mine: ua-cam.com/video/YcxOgNPd6tk/v-deo.html
@tonyclark2177 Thanks for tuning in to this interview! We're delighted to be able to bring these instructions on the practice of ancient wisdom in modern life to the world. Hope you enjoy the other conversations on our channel.
@nualatansey5673 Welcome to our channel! And thanks for tuning in to this conversation. We'll be releasing new podcasts each week, all full of inspiring stories and practical wisdom. We hope you enjoy.
Literally enlightening. Thank you both! 🙏 Staying with the taking glass analogy, I guess my glass is shaking so much that I can’t even relax enough to just watch my breath. Something in me feels the constant need to control my breath. Then I get irritated with myself for not being able to simply be aware of my breath and a vicious cycle starts that destroys any peacefulness and happiness that I could be feeling. I guess I just can’t stop myself “sweating the small stuff“. Do you have any advice that could help with this?
@tam_ryan1036 Thanks for connecting with our channel and for your question. I'm so pleased that you found the subjects discussed in this conversation so helpful. I can think of a few things to suggest in answer to your question. The first is taking a moment before starting a meditation to give yourself permission to let go - of mental busyness, of distracting thoughts, of the need to control anything (including the breath), of any 'small stuff'. Giving yourself this permission is surprisingly helpful for gradually improving your ability to simply immerse yourself in a meditation without overthinking it. The second idea is to address the irritation with yourself. The practice here is self-acceptance - to let go of the idea that your meditation should be other than what it is, and you as a meditator should be anywhere other than where you're at. This overcomes irritation because we're not resisting the way things are. Again, this is a gradual changing of a habit over time. The third idea, which is related to both of these, is to approach meditation practice with a long-term perspective. Aim to be like a broad river flowing gently day by day, year by year, consistently practicing gently and steadily, rather than focussing too much on the quality of individual meditations. Hope this helps! Every podcast we've released so far has a range of meditation tips scattered throughout so definitely explore those too.
@jeanjeaniecarroll Thanks for tuning in! Absolutely. In the description of this video there's a link to find one of our meditation centres close to you. We have over 1200 Centres and branches throughout the world. Also, we have some guided meditation videos on our New Kadampa Tradition channel here: ua-cam.com/play/PLtzCmy8g-BebeG0Mv8vxObZGxgwUGiWUw.html
It's common practice on podcasts to introduce the guest and to establish their qualifications - I think this would be helpful as, presumably, we want completely new people who are not Kadampas to be listening to these. This is a very wonderful and helpful podcast otherwise.
Are gods, dieties , prayers, and icons part of the Buddhist Practice/Path that Geshe Kelsang and Morten teach? This discussion didn’t address anything relating to religious worship and rituals, yet many years ago at the Center where Morten taught in NY, I attended sessions where those things played a significant role. Does the Buddhist Path eventually lead there?
@chrisdei9121 Thanks for tuning in to the podcast and for your question. Yes, engaging in ritual prayers to particular enlightened beings or deities is part of Kadampa Buddhist practice. Reciting prayers in Buddhism is not about merely saying words, but are intended to be engaged in like a guided meditation. If we're open to learning about them, they have significant practical value for freeing our mind from negativity, uplifting our mind with positive, inspiring energy and helping us to stay steadfast and encouraged in our practice. However, it is up to the individual as to whether they engage with this aspect of Buddhism or not.
@JardineKarate1 Thanks for your question. There's a quote in the book 'How to Transform Your Life' by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso that says 'In the heart of even the cruellest and most degenerate person exists the potential for limitless love, compassion and wisdom.' So yes, according to Buddhism, everyone without exception has Buddha nature, or an underlying potential for complete peace and purity.
@andrews7414 Thanks for engaging with our channel and sharing your thoughts. Whilst the meditation instructions being spoken about in this interview are derived from a lineage of instructions that can be traced back to Buddha Shakyamuni some 2600 years ago, Buddhists believe that time is beginningless and hence meditation is certainly something that has existed before this time.
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I have meditated off and on for years, but not to the level I had hoped for. This podcast was VERY helpful to me for understanding the true purpose of meditation and how to practice with this in mind.
@MsHeidiHello That's fantastic to hear! All the very best with your practice.
The preciousness of somebody teaching from experience. Kadam Morten definitely walks the walk as well as talks the talk ❤️
@neilaughton9588 Thanks for your comment! Well said. His depth of personal experience really comes across in this interview doesn't it?! Very vibrant and energetic. Thank you for watching!
Kadam Morten makes a vitally important point that the purpose of meditation is not just achieving short term quick fixes to our problems but an exploration of the biggest questions in life and the definite finding of answers to those questions. It’s all to be played for! May everyone have the opportunity ❤
@AlysVanS Thank you for this insightful comment. This really is such an important understanding since quick fixes and instant gratification are now such a common part of our society. Yes, gaining meditative experience will take time, but it's time tremendously well spent.
I’ve been meditating about 3 yrs. It wasnt easy but very gradually getting improved. I understand what he is saying completely and I smile whenever I meditate with contentment arise inside of me.
@yunhendricks860 Thanks for sharing this reflection on your practice - I think it will be really inspiring for those who are just starting out with meditation. We need to be patient and consistent, and the profound value gradually reveals itself over time.
Kadam Morten Clausen 🙏🏻 I want to remember this name. He was wonderful, thank you.
@Sashas-mom Thanks for your comment! He really is such an extraordinary practitioner and teacher. Kadam Morten teaches at Kadampa Meditation Centre New York City, as well as throughout the US and internationally. There are many other wonderful video clips of him that have been taken from teachings. Here's a favourite of mine: ua-cam.com/video/YcxOgNPd6tk/v-deo.html
@ thank you! 😊
Thank you Kadam Morten and Kadam Adam for such a wonderful conversation. So inspiring and so encouraging on so many levels.
@GenKelsangDema-t4y Thanks for your comment!
So wise and kind.
Beautifully said @BarryWalsh
A wonderful clear explanation! Very grateful for the podcast. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️
@tonyclark2177 Thanks for tuning in to this interview! We're delighted to be able to bring these instructions on the practice of ancient wisdom in modern life to the world. Hope you enjoy the other conversations on our channel.
Thank you! So encouraging and inspiring! ❤
@lisaquick1196 I absolutely agree! Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for tuning in!
These podcasts are life changing. 🙏
@KarenSaunders-z4q We're so happy to hear you're finding these podcasts so powerful. Thanks for tuning in!
Maravilhosa explicação porque precisamos meditar! Dois grandes professores kadampas! 👏👏👏
@vandapereira4278 Obrigado por assistir e comentar!
“It was here all along.”
Another great episode!
Such a great quote! Thanks for tuning in @CharlesMinguez
I absolutely love this conversation! Thank you to both of you 🙏❤️
@monika2470 Thanks for tuning in!
Namo Amitabha 🙏🙏🙏
@xiaoqingling1500 Thanks for tuning in!
I hope it will come a lot more from these precious podcasts!!!
@b.e-q1m Thanks for tuning in! We have a new podcast being released every week. Enjoy!
These podcasts are so helpful and enjoyable. 😊😊😊
@denisepeter7050 Thanks for your comment Denise. We're so happy to hear you're enjoying them!
Thank you Kadam Morten🙏
@mindyshively4947 Thanks for watching!
Inspiring and profound! Thank you.
@KathiaRabelo-c1l Thanks so much for watching. Enjoy your practice!
Wonderfully informative and heart warming. Thank you so very much for another fabulous window into more timeless wisdom. 🌈🐞
@michaelacarr1931 Thanks for commenting! And that's a perfect description for this conversation - couldn't agree more.
💙💙💙💙💙💙thank you!!!! wonderful
Thanks for your comment @Emma23b
Thankyou for a wonderful talk. So valuable in these degenerate times…
@carminemembrino7141 Thank you for your comment. And absolutely! There are so many valuable insights in this conversation.
Beautifully ❤spoken. Namaste …
@Kat-ko4hj Thank you for watching!
Ótimo podcast. Ótima explicação sobre meditação. Muito obrigada.
@vitoriaborgo5821 Obrigado por sintonizar! Ficamos muito felizes que você tenha gostado.
This was so amazing thank you for this 🎉
@patrickobrienstr So happy to hear that! Thanks for watching. Enjoy your practice!
LOVE IT!!!
@michaelcharlespackenham8620 Thanks for tuning in! We're glad you enjoyed this conversation.
Thank you🙏
@sallymartin6184 Thanks for watching!
Much gratitude ❤
@estherlopez-rivera1190 Thank you for tuning in to this conversation!
I've just accidently come across this channel. It's wonderful and inspiring. Thank you 🙏
@nualatansey5673 Welcome to our channel! And thanks for tuning in to this conversation. We'll be releasing new podcasts each week, all full of inspiring stories and practical wisdom. We hope you enjoy.
So inspiring. Thank you!
@tarakadampameditationcentr4770 Thanks for watching!
Really helpful and practical! Thanks very much for this episode!
@RebeccaGauthier Couldn't agree more! There's so much practical wisdom to take away from this conversation.
🌟💙🙏🏻 Brilliant and inspiring. Thank you both for such a special conversation.
@meredithbrownwishpathheali4356 Thanks for tuning in! We're so pleased you enjoyed it.
Literally enlightening. Thank you both! 🙏 Staying with the taking glass analogy, I guess my glass is shaking so much that I can’t even relax enough to just watch my breath. Something in me feels the constant need to control my breath. Then I get irritated with myself for not being able to simply be aware of my breath and a vicious cycle starts that destroys any peacefulness and happiness that I could be feeling. I guess I just can’t stop myself “sweating the small stuff“. Do you have any advice that could help with this?
@tam_ryan1036 Thanks for connecting with our channel and for your question. I'm so pleased that you found the subjects discussed in this conversation so helpful. I can think of a few things to suggest in answer to your question. The first is taking a moment before starting a meditation to give yourself permission to let go - of mental busyness, of distracting thoughts, of the need to control anything (including the breath), of any 'small stuff'. Giving yourself this permission is surprisingly helpful for gradually improving your ability to simply immerse yourself in a meditation without overthinking it. The second idea is to address the irritation with yourself. The practice here is self-acceptance - to let go of the idea that your meditation should be other than what it is, and you as a meditator should be anywhere other than where you're at. This overcomes irritation because we're not resisting the way things are. Again, this is a gradual changing of a habit over time. The third idea, which is related to both of these, is to approach meditation practice with a long-term perspective. Aim to be like a broad river flowing gently day by day, year by year, consistently practicing gently and steadily, rather than focussing too much on the quality of individual meditations. Hope this helps! Every podcast we've released so far has a range of meditation tips scattered throughout so definitely explore those too.
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Do you have, or recommend, any guided meditation for beginners? Many thanks.
@jeanjeaniecarroll Thanks for tuning in! Absolutely. In the description of this video there's a link to find one of our meditation centres close to you. We have over 1200 Centres and branches throughout the world. Also, we have some guided meditation videos on our New Kadampa Tradition channel here: ua-cam.com/play/PLtzCmy8g-BebeG0Mv8vxObZGxgwUGiWUw.html
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@KStheUrbanite Thanks for tuning in!
You can strip me of all my devices, but you can never, ever take away my meditation practice.
@CrueLoaf Love this!
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@dhankarchoudhary2865 Thanks for watching!
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@parvanehzameni1 Thanks for watching!
It's common practice on podcasts to introduce the guest and to establish their qualifications - I think this would be helpful as, presumably, we want completely new people who are not Kadampas to be listening to these. This is a very wonderful and helpful podcast otherwise.
@Lineageholder Thanks so much for this suggestion. I'll make sure it's passed on to the filming/editing team.
Are gods, dieties , prayers, and icons part of the Buddhist Practice/Path that Geshe Kelsang and Morten teach? This discussion didn’t address anything relating to religious worship and rituals, yet many years ago at the Center where Morten taught in NY, I attended sessions where those things played a significant role. Does the Buddhist Path eventually lead there?
@chrisdei9121 Thanks for tuning in to the podcast and for your question. Yes, engaging in ritual prayers to particular enlightened beings or deities is part of Kadampa Buddhist practice. Reciting prayers in Buddhism is not about merely saying words, but are intended to be engaged in like a guided meditation. If we're open to learning about them, they have significant practical value for freeing our mind from negativity, uplifting our mind with positive, inspiring energy and helping us to stay steadfast and encouraged in our practice. However, it is up to the individual as to whether they engage with this aspect of Buddhism or not.
Do those suffering psychopathy have Buddha nature?
@JardineKarate1 Thanks for your question. There's a quote in the book 'How to Transform Your Life' by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso that says 'In the heart of even the cruellest and most degenerate person exists the potential for limitless love, compassion and wisdom.' So yes, according to Buddhism, everyone without exception has Buddha nature, or an underlying potential for complete peace and purity.
@ bless you for taking the time to answer. 🙏😊
Don't just listen once😊
@mindyshively4947 Definitely worth revisiting multiple times - lots of practical advice to absorb in this conversation.
Buddhas definitely not the first to introduce meditation
@andrews7414 Thanks for engaging with our channel and sharing your thoughts. Whilst the meditation instructions being spoken about in this interview are derived from a lineage of instructions that can be traced back to Buddha Shakyamuni some 2600 years ago, Buddhists believe that time is beginningless and hence meditation is certainly something that has existed before this time.
@ usually when someone says something that’s not true you don’t question why someone has pointed it out.