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: Why Can’t the Tail Get Through?
In this Best of episode Michael examines how even despite our progress in spiritual practice, there’s often a sense that something is lacking. Perhaps nirvana involves facing challenges without resorting to defence mechanisms or succumbing to burnout. Michael also offers
Best of Awake in the World: When You Have No One, No One Can Hurt You
In this Best of episode Michael discusses the topics of loneliness, the power of focused attention, and the significance of small ideas that can connect and foster the creation of a new culture.
Best of Awake in the World: Speaking Up, Resilience, Non-Grasping
A talk by Michael on how even the best meditators have old wounds that need attention. He talks about how we need support for working with old patterns of our psychology that spiritual practices may not reach.
Best of Awake in the World: Your Inner Child Never Grows Up!
A talk by Michael on how even the best meditators have old wounds that need attention. He talks about how we need support for working with old patterns of our psychology that spiritual practices may not reach. Recorded Nov 09,
Best of Awake in the World: How To Meditate, Forgive, End Blame, And Stop Wounding Your Own Heart
In this special “Best of Awake in the World” episode, we explore why we struggle so much when all we really need to do is pause and truly see what’s right in front of you? It’s always in the present
Best of Awake in the World: When Thorns Grow in Our Practice
A talk and group exercise for working with thorns when they begin to grow on the branches of our practice and in our lives. Recorded Nov. 2, 2010.
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