The Here and Now of Everyday Life
An archive of Michael Stone's teachings on Yoga and Buddhism for living an engaged life
Delve into techniques, philosophy, and practice from your own home
Michael put together and filmed several online courses. They were crafted for anyone looking to learn more about topics not covered at their local yoga studios or in the books they’re reading.
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Best of Awake in the World: Strain in the Heart
Do you have a mind that can meet what’s unpleasant? In this deeply reflective talk from October 30, 2012, Michael Stone explores the inner tension that draws us to the path of practice. He weaves together insights from Carl Jung,
Best of Awake in the World : Pranayama
Michael Stone and Grant Hutchinson teach the ways yogic breathing returns the nervous system to “factory settings.” Topics include ujjayii pranayama, the palette, the spine and viola pranayama. Pranayama is a practice of settling your attention on your breath. As
Best of Awake in the World : Relax Your Mind
Michael Stone talks on the importance of relaxing your mind and how patience and relaxation give rise to enthusiasm. The talk is based on chapter 8 of Shantideva’s Guide to a Bodhisattva’s Way of Life. Ways of seeing your parents,
Best of Awake in the World : Transforming Pain
Michael begins teaching on the Two Darts and explains how physical and emotional pain are connected and how when we feel physical pain (first dart) it’s followed by a mental response (second dart). Then Michael teaches a guided meditation that
Best of Awake in the World: Just this is it
We join Michael and Sanga on retreat at the Christine Center in Wisconsin. Michael shares a Zen story in which a teacher describes his teaching as “Just This Is It,” sparking a conversation about guilt, remorse, devotion, and the challenge
Best of Awake in the World: Heaven Realms, Hell Realms, And Protection
Follow along with a talk from Michael recorded on the first day of a retreat back in February 2016 at Chapin Mill, New York. In this 50-minute session, Michael explores the practice of walking meditation and bowing, offering valuable tips
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