Releasing Stories - A Meditation (25 mins)

Welcome to episode six  of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series co-produced by The Plum Village App https://plumvillage.app/ mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy into a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering and creating more happiness and joy in our lives.

In this episode, hosts Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and lay Buddhist practitioner and journalist Jo Confino talk about the sacred practice of drinking tea, and why it’s important in a world where grabbing a cup of tea on the go seems to be the norm. 

Over a cup of genmai (cloud tea), they discuss bringing the energy of mindfulness into daily life with a cup of tea; sitting with a cup of tea and its power to bring people together; the ceremony behind this daily habit and why enjoying making tea is just as important as drinking it.

Brother Phap Huu recalls making his first cup of tea for Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, as his attendant, and doing so again years later, after Thay’s stroke. The brother explains why drinking tea is so significant in a Zen monastery; how to feel at home with a tea kit; and why one should offer and receive a cup of tea with both hands. There’s even an in-depth exploration of the types of tea drunk in Plum Village.

Jo recollects Thich Nhat Hanh’s calligraphies and why he poured tea into the ink. He discusses transformative moments in simple gestures, and shares his love of PG Tips and how it can get one through climate talks. 

The conversation also touches upon slowing down and enjoying the simple things in life; good habits; the cloud in the cup of tea. And have you ever wondered if the tea is experiencing us too? They did.

You’ll also experience the mindfulness bell of the Plum Village monastery.

Finally, Brother Phap Huu ends the episode with a guided meditation.

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And Global Optimism:
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With support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation: 
https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/ 🙏

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Resources:

Plum Village Community ➛ https://plumvillage.org/
Thich Nhat Hanh ➛ https://plumvillage.org/about/thich-nhat-hanh/
Brother Phap Huu ➛  https://plumvillage.org/people/dharma-teachers/br-phap-huu/
Jo Confino ➛  https://www.instagram.com/joconfino/?hl=en
The Tea Inside the Calligraphy ➛ https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/the-tea-inside-the-calligraphy/ 
Schumacher College ➛ https://campus.dartington.org/schumacher-college/
Kukicha ➛ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kukicha
High-mountain tea ➛ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High-mountain_tea 
Cloud tea ➛ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cloud_tea
Bamboo shoots and tea ➛ https://plumvillage.org/articles/bamboo-shoots-and-tea/

Are You Truly There for Your Cup of Tea? Practical Ways to Slow Down | TWOII podcast | Episode #6

Day two is a meditation on metta, which is loving kindness. We explore cultivating loving kindness towards ourselves by listening to a song about the Metta Sutta. The source of the words of this song is unknown, though it is likely this song was developed from a teaching the Buddha gave on compassion and loving kindness (the Karaniya Metta Sutta). 

The music is arranged by Kate Munger the founder of the Threshold Choir (http://thresholdchoir.org/) and sung by the Songsters.

For more resources on recovery: www.thebuddhistcentre.com/eightsteps

21 Day Meditation For Recovery - 2. Metta

David Whyte - Venturing Across the Unknown

AUDIO SERENITY IS MOST EFFECTIVE WHEN USED WITH HEADPHONES DUE TO SOUND TECHNOLOGY INFUSED IN TRACKS. 

http://www.iawaketechnologies.com/audio-serenity

Audio Serenity Demo (5 minutes)

A power-up episode for anyone dealing with the pain of sorrow of grief and they don’t know where to put the painful feelings. This is a new meditation exercise I learned and I think it’s pretty amazing. I hope it works for you, too. xoxo


Grief & Deep Sadness - a meditation exercise for releasing and passing pain

Liquid Mind X: Meditation

Meditation, Pt. 2

"End Of The World" from the album Quieter by Carla Bozulich

Album out 11 May 2018
Constellation
CST132 • 180gLP/DL
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"End Of The World"
Written by Marc Ribot
Marc Ribot: guitar
Carla Bozulich: voice
François Lardeau: sound engineer

Quieter

Carla Bozulich & Marc Ribot • "End Of The World"

Track 3 CMT Soothing Rhythm Breathing

Calm afternoon storm recorded at Tabin Wildlife Reserve in North Eastern Borneo. Recorded with Sony PCM A10 and Lom MikroUsi mics. Listen to more recordings I made in Borneo at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCRlYmmK1sqrM_BB3xp6quofSq7fYdEPA

Borneo Rainforest - Afternoon Storm with rolling thunder

Brother ....by Milco Huisman....

Help Me Be Me is an emotional toolkit for creating positive change in yourself. I like to think of it as self-help for people who hate self-help. I'm Sarah May, coach/mom/all-around happy person, and these are the tools that work for me in my life. For all of my offerings you can check out YayWithMe.com What I share is my personal opinion. It's not a diagnosis for treatment or a substitute for professional help. If you're suffering, please reach out to your local emergency services or call 9-1-1. Music theme created by www.BookerHillMusic.com