Published Aug 26, 2023

Gelong Thubten - How A Retreat Can Help You Find Yourself

Gelong Thubten, a Buddhist monk and meditation teacher, delves into spiritual growth through adversity, revealing how retreats can foster inner clarity and fearlessness. He challenges common meditation misconceptions, advocating for a deeper pursuit of self-discovery over temporary bliss, and demonstrates how embracing suffering can uncover profound happiness and resilience.

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Gelong Thubten - How A Retreat Can Help You Find Yourself

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Embracing Suffering

Beyond Meditation

Embracing Acceptance

Spiritual Practice Insights

Embracing Hardship

Learning Through Life

The Illusion of Joy

Embracing Unhappiness

Journey to Mindfulness

Embracing Inner Clarity

Embracing Suffering

Embracing Fear

Mindful Awareness Matters

Embracing Fearlessness

Inner Completion

Episode Highlights

Spiritual Path

Meditation Insights

Fearless Living

Handling Hard Times

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Spiritual PathGelong Thubten, a Buddhist monk and meditation teacher, shares profound insights on spiritual growth through life's challenges. His journey emphasizes the importance of inner clarity and fearlessness in achieving fulfillment.

Spiritual Path

Meditation InsightsGelong Thubten explores the misconceptions surrounding meditation, emphasizing that the pursuit of joy can hinder true spiritual growth. He discusses the deeper purpose of meditation, focusing on awareness and self-discovery rather than temporary bliss.

Meditation Insights

Fearless LivingGelong Thubten discusses the roots of fear and how societal constructs amplify anxiety. He offers insights into transforming fear into fearlessness, using it as a catalyst for personal growth.

Fearless Living

Handling Hard TimesGelong Thubten discusses how embracing suffering can lead to profound happiness and personal growth. He shares insights from his own experiences, illustrating how adversity can fuel compassion and resilience.

Handling Hard Times

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