Practicing with Ghosts: Talk

This week, Andrew explores the tendency to postpone happiness, believing that peace and fulfillment are waiting somewhere in the future. Drawing on Buddhist teachings of craving, impermanence, and wise effort, he reflects on how the desire to become someone or achieve something can disconnect us from the life we're already living. The talk offers an invitation to pursue meaningful goals while cultivating a deeper sense of acceptance, joy, and reverence for the simple experience of being alive.Prompt: What are you waiting for before you give yourself permission to enjoy your life? Offered freely in the spirit of dāna. Donations are appreciated, never expected. Donate here to support future work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://givebutter.com/VzqF6O⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Group Date: 11/3/2026

This week, Andrew explores the tendency to postpone happiness, believing that peace and fulfillment are waiting somewhere in the future. Drawing on Buddhist teachings of craving, impermanence, and wise effort, he reflects on how the desire to become someone or achieve something can disconnect us from the life we're already living. The talk offers an invitation to pursue meaningful goals while cultivating a deeper sense of acceptance, joy, and reverence for the simple experience of being alive.Prompt: What are you waiting for before you give yourself permission to enjoy your life? Offered freely in the spirit of dāna. Donations are appreciated, never expected. Donate here to support future work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://givebutter.com/VzqF6O⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Group Date: 11/3/2026

In this seasonal Dhamma talk, Practicing with Ghosts, we explore how Halloween and traditions surrounding the dead invite us to reflect on mortality, grief, and the preciousness of life. Through Buddhist stories and the Five Recollections, we consider how remembering that life is uncertain can deepen our gratitude for the present and help us live with greater awareness and care.Prompt: What's something you loved, feared, or were convinced was real as a child that you see differently now?Offered freely in the spirit of dāna. Donations are appreciated, never expected. Donate here to support future work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://givebutter.com/VzqF6O⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Group Date: 10/27/2026

In this seasonal Dhamma talk, Practicing with Ghosts, we explore how Halloween and traditions surrounding the dead invite us to reflect on mortality, grief, and the preciousness of life. Through Buddhist stories and the Five Recollections, we consider how remembering that life is uncertain can deepen our gratitude for the present and help us live with greater awareness and care.Prompt: What's something you loved, feared, or were convinced was real as a child that you see differently now?Offered freely in the spirit of dāna. Donations are appreciated, never expected. Donate here to support future work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://givebutter.com/VzqF6O⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Group Date: 10/27/2026

This week, Andrew explores the experience of loneliness through the lens of Buddhist teachings on suffering, not-self, and spiritual friendship. Drawing on the Buddha's teachings, contemporary research, and personal reflections, he examines how craving, aversion, and the stories we tell ourselves can deepen feelings of disconnection. He also reflects on the importance of meaningful relationships and community in supporting our well-being and spiritual growth, reminding us that belonging isn't simply something we find, but something we help create for one another.Prompt: What are some moments in your life, past or present, when you've felt lonely?Offered freely in the spirit of dāna. Donations are appreciated, never expected. Donate here to support future work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://givebutter.com/VzqF6O⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Group Date: 10/20/2026

This week, Andrew explores the experience of loneliness through the lens of Buddhist teachings on suffering, not-self, and spiritual friendship. Drawing on the Buddha's teachings, contemporary research, and personal reflections, he examines how craving, aversion, and the stories we tell ourselves can deepen feelings of disconnection. He also reflects on the importance of meaningful relationships and community in supporting our well-being and spiritual growth, reminding us that belonging isn't simply something we find, but something we help create for one another.Prompt: What are some moments in your life, past or present, when you've felt lonely?Offered freely in the spirit of dāna. Donations are appreciated, never expected. Donate here to support future work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://givebutter.com/VzqF6O⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Group Date: 10/20/2026

In this talk, we explore how to find more space around overthinking and the anxious mind through the Buddha’s teachings on mindfulness of mind, mental proliferation, and the second arrow. Rather than trying to eliminate thoughts or anxiety, we learn to recognize the stories our minds create and cultivate a more compassionate, wise response to whatever arises.Prompt: When your mind wanders, what place or places does it go to?Offered freely in the spirit of dāna. Donations are appreciated, never expected. Donate here to support future work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://givebutter.com/VzqF6O⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Group Date: 10/13/2026

In this talk, we explore how to find more space around overthinking and the anxious mind through the Buddha’s teachings on mindfulness of mind, mental proliferation, and the second arrow. Rather than trying to eliminate thoughts or anxiety, we learn to recognize the stories our minds create and cultivate a more compassionate, wise response to whatever arises.Prompt: When your mind wanders, what place or places does it go to?Offered freely in the spirit of dāna. Donations are appreciated, never expected. Donate here to support future work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://givebutter.com/VzqF6O⁠⁠⁠⁠Group Date: 10/13/2026

In this guided meditation, Andrew explores Feeling Tone—a practice perfect for your daily routine and a supplement to our Buddhist Study Series.Offered freely in the spirit of dāna. Donations are appreciated, never expected. Donate here to support future work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://givebutter.com/VzqF6O⁠⁠⁠Group Date: 10/11/2026

In this guided meditation, Olivia explores Compassion—a practice perfect for your daily routine and a supplement to our Buddhist Study Series.Offered freely in the spirit of dāna. Donations are appreciated, never expected. Donate here to support future work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://givebutter.com/VzqF6O⁠⁠Group Date: 10/10/2026