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Traditional Buddhist teachings that are practical and relevant for everyday life in the modern world.
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How To See Yourself as You Really Are 07 - Realizing Our Responsibility to Others
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna brings to light the importance of expanding our hearts and minds out to others. He Helps us understand how taking the responsibility of others' happiness onto …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna brings to light the importance of expanding our hearts and minds out to others. He Helps us understand how taking the responsibility of others' happiness onto ourselves is not a burden, rather that this attitude and engagement with others actually slices through the roots of our own self-centered suffering. This episode was recorded on October 28th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How To See Yourself as You Really Are 06 - Equalizing and Switching Self and Others
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna comments on the practice in Tibetan Buddhism called Equalizing and Switching Self and Other. He describes how the main source of our own suffering is …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna comments on the practice in Tibetan Buddhism called Equalizing and Switching Self and Other. He describes how the main source of our own suffering is self-centeredness and how we can heal ourselves from this delusion with practices focused on wisdom and compassion. This episode was recorded on October 21st, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How To See Yourself as You Really Are 05 - Extending Help
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna transitions into a section of text that focuses on how we can extend help to others. In particular, he offers perspective and practices associated with the …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna transitions into a section of text that focuses on how we can extend help to others. In particular, he offers perspective and practices associated with the opportunities for practicing with those others who challenge us and show us the limitations in our own hearts and minds. This episode was recorded on October 14th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to See Yourself as You Really Are 04 - Persistence and Hope
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues to comment on the text How to See Yourself as You Really Are by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. John speaks on the section dedicated to the topics of …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues to comment on the text How to See Yourself as You Really Are by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. John speaks on the section dedicated to the topics of persistence and hope, and he offers practical guidance on how we can uphold a vibrant practice even in the messiness of life. This episode was recorded on October 7th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to See Yourself as You Really Are 03 - Dependent Arising
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna goes right to the roots of suffering with a clear and focused discussion about our fundamental misperceptions. He offers the medicine of dependent arising and …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna goes right to the roots of suffering with a clear and focused discussion about our fundamental misperceptions. He offers the medicine of dependent arising and interdependence as a way to heal from misperception and take more steps on the path to liberation from our suffering. This episode was recorded on September 30th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to See Yourself as You Really Are 02 - How to Undermine Ignorance
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues his commentary on the root cause of suffering. He details how misperception of how we exist leads us to identify with “me and mine,” which burrows us …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues his commentary on the root cause of suffering. He details how misperception of how we exist leads us to identify with “me and mine,” which burrows us deeper into the experience of suffering. John then follows with some strategies on how we can undermine this mechanism and find our way toward a greater capacity for genuine happiness. This episode was recorded on September 23rd, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to See Yourself as you Really Are 01 - Misperception and Elaboration
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna begins commentary on a new text by His Holiness the Dalai Lama titled “How to See Yourself as you Really Are.” John focuses in on how we misperceive ourselves and …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna begins commentary on a new text by His Holiness the Dalai Lama titled “How to See Yourself as you Really Are.” John focuses in on how we misperceive ourselves and objects, and how that leads to craving and anger. Specifically, he illustrates how our minds engage in elaboration and exaggeration, thereby drawing us deeper into suffering. This episode was recorded on September 9th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 15 - The Four Supreme Strivings
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna teaches from Grand Junction, Colorado, and offers a glance view of the Buddhist path, covering many foundational aspects of the journey to enlightenment. He then …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna teaches from Grand Junction, Colorado, and offers a glance view of the Buddhist path, covering many foundational aspects of the journey to enlightenment. He then returns to the text, "Following in the Buddha's Footsteps", and comments on the four supreme strivings. This episode was recorded on September 2nd, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 14 - Overcoming Hindrances
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues his commentary on overcoming the 5 hindrances as presented in the text "Following in the Buddha's Footsteps" by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues his commentary on overcoming the 5 hindrances as presented in the text "Following in the Buddha's Footsteps" by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Venerable Thubten Chodron. This section describes various methods for overcoming the hindrances to achieving shamatha, or samadhi. This episode was recorded on August 26th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 13 - Antidotes to Hindrances
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers a clear presentation of antidotes to the five hindrances to shamatha meditation and our path of awakening. He speaks specifically to cultivating love and …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers a clear presentation of antidotes to the five hindrances to shamatha meditation and our path of awakening. He speaks specifically to cultivating love and appreciation rather than attachment, as well as some key antidotes to deluded doubt, which is a tricky stumbling block on our path. This episode was recorded on August 19th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 12 - Counteracting Hindrances
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna begins his guidance on overcoming the five hindrances, specifically in the phase of achieving shamatha, and more generally, in our day-to-day spiritual practices …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna begins his guidance on overcoming the five hindrances, specifically in the phase of achieving shamatha, and more generally, in our day-to-day spiritual practices. This episode was recorded on August 12th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 11 - Hindrance of Deluded Doubt
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues to discuss the hindrances to our spiritual practice, and specifically the achievement of shamatha. He focuses on the hindrance of deluded doubt by …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues to discuss the hindrances to our spiritual practice, and specifically the achievement of shamatha. He focuses on the hindrance of deluded doubt by describing and commenting on three different types of deluded doubt that block progress on the path. This episode was recorded on August 5th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 10 - Hindrance of Restlessness
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna engages us in a Dharma talk focused on the hindrance of restlessness. He describes how our distracted minds are limiting the ability for us to engage in a …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna engages us in a Dharma talk focused on the hindrance of restlessness. He describes how our distracted minds are limiting the ability for us to engage in a meaningful life, and how the more we can overcome restlessness, the more we can experience the mind's natural state of bliss, luminosity, and non-conceptuality. This episode was recorded on July 29th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 09 - Hinderance of Lethargy
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna talks about how the hindrance of lethargy and sleepiness impacts our opportunity to live a meaningful life. He describes common examples of lethargy and some …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna talks about how the hindrance of lethargy and sleepiness impacts our opportunity to live a meaningful life. He describes common examples of lethargy and some antidotes to overcoming these types of obstacles in our spiritual practice. This episode was recorded on July 15th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 08 - Hinderance of Malice
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers clarifying guidance on how we can relate with malice and other forms of ill will in a healthy way. He describes the destructive nature of anger and shares …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers clarifying guidance on how we can relate with malice and other forms of ill will in a healthy way. He describes the destructive nature of anger and shares some practical guidance on how we can allow anger to arise and feel it without impulsively reacting to and creating more suffering for ourselves and others. This episode was recorded on July 8th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 07 - Hinderance of Sensual Desire
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues to offer commentary on the text “Following in the Buddha’s Footsteps”. He expands the depth of understanding about the hinderances of sensual desire by …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues to offer commentary on the text “Following in the Buddha’s Footsteps”. He expands the depth of understanding about the hinderances of sensual desire by offering clarity of how our addictions and attachments prevent us from engaging in a meaningful spiritual journey. This episode was recorded on July 1st, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 06 - Craving and Contentment
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues to comment on hinderances to our spiritual growth by focusing in on sensual desire and craving. He offers helpful guidance on how to balance our lives …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues to comment on hinderances to our spiritual growth by focusing in on sensual desire and craving. He offers helpful guidance on how to balance our lives with enjoying sensual pleasures and cultivating contentment. This episode was recorded on June 24th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 05 - Obstacles and Antidotes
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna gives clear and practical guidance on obstacles to our spiritual practice by focusing on the 5 hinderances. He then approaches a variety of antidotes and mind …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna gives clear and practical guidance on obstacles to our spiritual practice by focusing on the 5 hinderances. He then approaches a variety of antidotes and mind states that will help us overcome these stumbling blocks on the journey to Enlightenment. This episode was recorded on June 17th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 04 - Ethical Conduct
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna speaks about the importance of ethical conduct when engaging in a spiritual path. He shows the inter-relationship between ethics and cultivating concentration …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna speaks about the importance of ethical conduct when engaging in a spiritual path. He shows the inter-relationship between ethics and cultivating concentration illustrating how what we do off the cushion impacts our time on the cushion. This episode was recorded on June 10th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 03 - Dependent Origination
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues to focus on the deep roots of wisdom within the Buddha’s teachings. He guides us to more clearly see our experiences through the lens of dependent …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues to focus on the deep roots of wisdom within the Buddha’s teachings. He guides us to more clearly see our experiences through the lens of dependent origination, thus clearing away the obscuring ignorance that veils our mind’s potential. This episode was recorded on June 3rd, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 02 - The Mind's Potential
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna discusses the Mind’s potential and a variety of obstructions in our minds that prevent us from experiencing our Buddha nature. He also gives helpful and practical …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna discusses the Mind’s potential and a variety of obstructions in our minds that prevent us from experiencing our Buddha nature. He also gives helpful and practical advice on how we can cultivate our minds to more and more reveal the deepest potential of our Buddha nature. This episode was recorded on May 27th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.Following in the Buddha's Footsteps 01- Refuge in Reality
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna begins his commentary on the text “Following in the Buddha’s Footsteps,” written by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Venerable Thubten Chödron. John covers a …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna begins his commentary on the text “Following in the Buddha’s Footsteps,” written by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Venerable Thubten Chödron. John covers a section in the text that is focused on taking refuge and gives clarifying guidance on this aspect of the path to Enlightenment. This episode was recorded on May 20th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 68 - Perfecting Wisdom
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna gives his last dharma talk from the text, “How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path”. In this final session he continues to offer commentary on the wisdom aspect …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna gives his last dharma talk from the text, “How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path”. In this final session he continues to offer commentary on the wisdom aspect of Buddhism that aims to eliminate the roots of suffering. This episode was recorded on May 13th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 67 - Wisdom in Practice
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna guides us deeper into Buddhist wisdom. He helps us deepen our understanding and practices for cultivating the deeper states of wisdom that alleviate suffering in …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna guides us deeper into Buddhist wisdom. He helps us deepen our understanding and practices for cultivating the deeper states of wisdom that alleviate suffering in our lives. This episode was recorded on May 6th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 66 - Sense of Self
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers guidance regarding the wisdom aspect of Buddhism. He describes how the sense of self that we have is a dependently originated phenomenon that is actually …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers guidance regarding the wisdom aspect of Buddhism. He describes how the sense of self that we have is a dependently originated phenomenon that is actually empty of any inherent existence. Importantly, John helps us understand how we need to engage in cultivating a healthy sense of self first before we can be successful in realizing these deeper truths on the Buddhist path. This episode was recorded on April 29th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 65 - The Two Truths
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna hosts a discussion and offers commentary about how we can engage with the perfection of wisdom in our daily lives. He encourages us to explore how dependent …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna hosts a discussion and offers commentary about how we can engage with the perfection of wisdom in our daily lives. He encourages us to explore how dependent origination and emptiness impact our experience and then gives guidance on ultimate and conventional reality which are known as the two truths. This episode was recorded on April 22nd, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 64 - The Wisdom of Emptiness
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna dives deeper into the perfection of wisdom within the Mahayana path of Tibetan Buddhism. He skillfully presents how our misperception of reality is the root of our …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna dives deeper into the perfection of wisdom within the Mahayana path of Tibetan Buddhism. He skillfully presents how our misperception of reality is the root of our suffering and then offers a variety of practices as methods for slowly clarifying our view of reality and thus relieving suffering from our experience. This episode was recorded on April 15th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 63 - Three Types of Wisdom
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues last week’s discussion on the Perfection of Wisdom in the text “How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path”. He introduces and gives guidance on three …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues last week’s discussion on the Perfection of Wisdom in the text “How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path”. He introduces and gives guidance on three different types of wisdom that are presented in the text, while also more broadly discussing various wisdoms that we will encounter on the Path to Awakening. This episode was recorded on April 8th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 62 - Perfection of Wisdom
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna begins his commentary on the topic of the perfection of wisdom. He gives us some practical steps to take that can help us to experience the positive shifts that …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna begins his commentary on the topic of the perfection of wisdom. He gives us some practical steps to take that can help us to experience the positive shifts that wisdom can have in our lives while keeping in touch with the depth of wisdom that will eventually free us from all suffering. This episode was recorded on April 1st, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 61 - Shamatha Meditation
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers a clarifying talk about the practice of shamatha meditation, also known as calm abiding. He gives useful guidance on how to encourage this meditation …
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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers a clarifying talk about the practice of shamatha meditation, also known as calm abiding. He gives useful guidance on how to encourage this meditation practice in our lives, describes its many benefits, and uncovers some obstacles we will face when seeking to cultivate shamatha. This episode was recorded on March 25th, 2026.
Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.
May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.
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