This is the final episode in the three-part finale of Season 1! In part one we saw the birth of Siddhartha and heard the prophecy of his future. In part two, Siddhartha saw true suffering for the first time and left his home. In part three, we
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we tell part one of the story of Siddhartha Gautama, who would come to be known simply as Buddha. This is part one of a three part Season Finale told from the first person point of view of Siddhartha's
In this episode we read Zen koan "The Most Valuable Thing in the World" and talk about how we can spend our days appreciating and experiencing life rather than wasting it.Feedback, Suggestions, & Comments can be sent to:aitken.entertainment@
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we follow-up on the last episode (S01E20) where we read "Jabberwocky" by Lewis Carol. Today we talk about strategies for using language to more positively shape our reality.
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read the poem "Jabberwocky" by Lewis Carol and discuss how language and how we use it can define our reality.This episode is posted one day late due to a storm that knocked out internet in our are
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read Zen koan "Finding a Diamond on a Muddy Road" and talk about the questions you need to ask yourself to find your life's purpose, as well as a great exercise for answering the question, "what is
In this episode we continue the mini-series related to Zen koan "A Cup of Tea" as read in Season 1, Episode 15. In S01E15 we read the koan and talked about breathing techniques to calm the mind and gather focus. In S01E16 we went through a guid
This is part two of a three part mini series on the Zen koan "A Cup of Tea". Check out Season 1, Episode 15 for part one.In part two we go through a guided meditation to help with acceptance of change in our lives.
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read Zen koan "A Cup of Tea" and talk about learning to breathe to promote calm and clarity. This is part one of a three part series related to today’s koan where we explore breathing techniques.
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read Zen koan "The Taste of Banzo's Sword" and talk about how developing patience will help us become better in life. As an experiment in concentration, this episode was recorded in one take with
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read Zen koan "How Grass & Trees Become Enlightened" and talk about the difference between you and a tree that's getting in the way of your enlightenment.Studies Referenced in the Podcast:“Plant
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read Zen koan "No Water, No Moon" and talk about accepting impermanence and change in order to find peace and wisdom.
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read Zen koan "Black-Nosed Buddha" and talk about the overlapping nature of different systems of virtue, and how to overcome the main driver behind failing to be a good person.
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read Zen koan "Publishing the Sutras" and talk about how practice is more important than talk in finding wisdom.
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read Zen koan "Open Your Own Treasure House" and discuss 13 questions you should be asking yourself to find wisdom in your own life.
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read Zen koan "Three Days More" and talk about developing the proper focus on your important everyday tasks.
Today on "10 minute Workday Zen" we're reading Zen koan "My Heart Burns Like Fire" and talking about living life in order to make yourself a balanced individual.
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we review the Zen koan "Not Far from Buddhahood" and talk about how all religion and spirituality stem from a single shared path to wisdom and truth.
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read through Zen koan "Obedience" and talk about how releasing yourself from your own preconceptions can be the difference between finding new wisdom and staying stagnant.
In this episode of "10 minute Workday Zen" we read Zen koan "The Tea-Master and the Assassin" and discuss the attainment of perfection in everyday life.