About this episode

Mary reflects on the Buddha's teachings about the mind and scientific perspectives on mental health.

Our practice is really about developing a different relationship with our mind - one that is wise and kind. In this talk Mary reflects on how the Buddha talks about the mind using the Dhammapada, and how Rick Hanson explains the mind from a scientific perspective. These two offer insights in how we can tend to our thoughts and reactions in a wise way that leads towards more freedom and less suffering. Recorded April 16, 2026 in the virtual world Send me a text with any questions or comments! ...

People in this episode

Host: Mary

Topics covered

• Dhammapada
• mindfulness
• Buddhism
• mental health
• wisdom

Keywords

• thoughts
• reactions
• freedom
• suffering

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