Anxious? Rushed? Reaching for Your Phone? Four Buddhist Phrases To Bring You Back | Brother Phap Dung and Kaira Jewel Lingo
Summary
Dan Harris discusses the power of Thich Nhat Hanh’s pithy “Buddhist earworms” with senior students Brother Phap Young and Kyra Jewell Lingo. They explore how these calligraphic phrases, such as “Breathe, you are alive” and “I have arrived, I am home,” serve as vital reminders to stay present and accept reality. The guests share personal stories on how these teachings help heal past trauma, manage anxiety, and find peace amidst life’s fragility, emphasizing that true home is found in the here and now.
Topics discussed
Introduction to Buddhist earworms and Thich Nhat Hanh
The origin and purpose of Dharma calligraphy
The importance of remembering and beginner's mind
Phrase 1: Breathe, you are alive
Sponsor break and ad for The Territory of Carrie
Phrase 2: Present moment, wonderful moment
Staying in the present moment during anxiety and waiting
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Balancing present moment awareness with future planning
Phrase 3: I have arrived, I am home
Phrase 4: This is it, and the power of acceptance
Guests' current projects and closing remarks
Show credits and final sponsor ad
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