The World Through Zen Eyes Podcast
What we do? Once a week we take a look at the going-ons of the world and say something about ‘em. The goal? None, really. Just trying to make heads and tails of the great world roar of Ooommmmmm. Why? To try ‘n keep a modicum of personal sanity. And stay off both the meds and the cool aid. The point? Points are sharp and therefore violent. We just go around, and round….and round. Disclaimer: The views, perspectives, and humor of the speakers and guests of this podcast do not necessarily represent the those of any associated organizations, businesses, or groups, social, religious,cultural or otherwise. The entirety of the podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Topics discussed and views expressed do not constitute medical advice. As the saying goes “Opinions are like bellybuttons, everybody’s got one”.
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What does true freedom really mean? In our milestone 20th episode, we unpack this deceptively complex question, revealing how our understanding of freedom often remains superficial until we achieve liberation from our own mental habits and patterns.
Freedom isn't simply doing whatever we want. From a Zen perspective, genuine freedom only emerges when we break free from...
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What happens when we numb ourselves to life's subtle symphony, constantly seeking louder experiences? This question forms the heart of our exploration into numbness—a concept that emerged from a casual conversation after Sunday service but quickly revealed itself as fundamental to understanding human suffering and awakening.
Numbness takes many forms in our lives. Some...
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The statement "everything is created by the mind" might seem deceptively simple, but as explored in this thought-provoking bonus track, it contains profound implications about how we perceive and interact with reality. Drawing from a personal experience teaching a meditation workshop, we witness the stark contrast between someone who immediately grasps this concept and ano...
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What happens when anger fuels our actions? Can something traditionally viewed as poison ever become medicine? These questions form the heart of a profound meditation on emotion, motivation, and clarity.
Starting with a thoughtful listener question about anger's place in both spiritual practice and social movements, this episode takes us on a nuanced journey through the...
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What happens when we truly embrace silence? Not just the absence of speech, but a deliberate practice of observing the noise within?
In this revealing conversation between Myong-An Sunim and Dr. Ruben Lambert, we journey into the Korean Zen practice of Mugon Suhaeng (observing silence) and discover that not speaking is merely the surface of a much deeper experience. As Myun...
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Dr. Ruben Lambert can be found at wisdomspring.com
Ven. MyongAhn Sunim can be found at soshimsa.org
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Have you ever wondered why bad things sometimes happen to good people? Or why some experiences seem to repeat across generations? Our exploration of karma goes far deeper than the oversimplified idea of cosmic punishment you might be familiar with.
Karma, simply meaning "action," represents a sophisticated framework for understanding the complex web of cause and e...
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Have you ever stumbled upon wisdom in the most unexpected place? That moment when profound truth arrives from a source you'd never anticipate?
A simple gift exchange led to one of the most meaningful spiritual insights I've received. After attempting to thank a friend in my limited Spanish, I turned to a translation app to decipher her response. What appeared on m...
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What if karma isn't what you think it is? In this mind-expanding conversation, we unravel the true nature of karma beyond the simplistic "eye for an eye" understanding that leaves so many people confused and doubtful.
Karma, at its core, simply means action – specifically the actions of body, speech, and mind. But where most of us get lost is in understanding...
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Have you ever wondered about the incredible strength you unknowingly possess? The strength that allows you to carry heavy worries day after day without collapsing under their weight?
Life presents itself as messy and unnerving—not the neat, nicely packaged experience we might wish for. As we navigate this muddy terrain, we often feel a sense of helplessness and paralysis wh...
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Dr. Ruben Lambert can be found at wisdomspring.com
Ven. MyongAhn Sunim can be found at soshimsa.org
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Have you ever wondered if spiritual teachings about avoiding greed mean you're supposed to live an unfulfilling life? Our latest exploration of "Depraved Happiness" tackles this common misconception head-on.
When Zen philosophy identifies greed as one of the three poisons (alongside anger and ignorance), many practitioners mistakenly conclude they must embrac...
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Have you ever considered that the water you drink might contain molecules that once passed through a dinosaur? Or that the aluminum can in your recycling bin could become part of a building's siding? These everyday examples reveal a profound truth that lies at the heart of Buddhist philosophy: nothing truly dies—everything simply changes form.
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Remember finding that hidden track on a cassette after you thought the album was over? That unexpected delight inspired our new "Bonus Track" segment - unpredictable, unplanned content that might appear when you least expect it.
In this first Bonus Track, we explore the concept of "hungry spirituality" - a fascinating paradox of modern life where abundan...
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What does it mean to age with grace? This question leads us deep into Zen Buddhist wisdom, where aging isn't something that begins at 60, but rather with our very first breath. The Buddha's spiritual journey began with profound questions about aging, sickness, and death – questions many of us push aside until we're forced to confront them.
Throughout this epi...
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What if our relentless pursuit of happiness is the very thing making us miserable? This thought-provoking conversation between MyongAhn Sunim and Dr. Ruben Lambert dives deep into our complicated relationship with happiness, challenging the notion that it should be our default emotional state.
Starting with a listener question about happiness as an "inalienable right,&...
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Have you ever wondered why worry feels so natural, so necessary when you care about someone or something? In this thought-provoking exploration, we peel back the layers of what might be one of our most normalized yet destructive mental habits.
Worry, as we discover, is an imposter. It has cleverly positioned itself as the necessary companion to care and concern, making us b...
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What happens when we strip away our ego from the act of forgiveness? Can we truly forgive without feeling superior to those we forgive?
The journey through forgiveness begins with examining our own hearts. When forgiveness comes from a place of superiority—the benevolent bestower granting mercy to those beneath them—it remains superficial and ultimately ineffective. True f...
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Every morning when you wake up, cross the street, or sip your coffee, you're exercising a power that shapes your entire reality—belief. But this isn't about religion. It's about the fundamental way humans navigate an uncertain world.
In this enlightening conversation, we rescue the concept of belief from its narrow religious connotations and reveal how it ope...
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What if your unconscious mind is secretly running the show while your conscious self merely justifies decisions already made in the shadows? This fascinating tension lies at the heart of our exploration of consciousness and the hidden programming that drives our behaviors.<br><br>Drawing from both Western psychological traditions and Eastern Zen philosophy, we dive deep ...
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