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Common Ground Meditation Center: dharma talks and meditation instruction

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Mindfulness
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Common Ground is a community meditation center based in Minneapolis, Minnesota dedicated to the practice of mindfulness. Mindfulness meditation is the practice of waking up to the present moment and learning to be open and at ease with the unfolding conditions of life. With practice, mindfulness reveals deep wisdom, compassion, and intimacy with all things. More info about Common Ground at commong... more

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Mark Nunberg
Guiding Teacher at Common Ground Meditation Center, Mark Nunberg emphasizes mindfulness, self-compassion, and loving-kindness in his teachings.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Great teacher

    Mark is one of the best speakers I’ve ever been fortunate enough to hear.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pixeltarian
    United States2 months ago
  • Subtle, generous, heart-opening

    There’s so much wisdom, challenge and kind humor in these talks and meditations. I find myself coming back to them more and more often. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Songcrafterliz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Outstanding

    There are not enough words to describe the exceptional experience common ground meditation brings to the table.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    drive slowly
    United States6 years ago
  • Deep Bows

    Mark and Shelly’s meditations and talks—as well as the offerings of the other teachers—have helped me get through these times with some degree of equanimity. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Larkydoo
    United States6 years ago
  • Good stuff

    Particularly like Nunberg

    Apple Podcasts
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    gdieudhdhf
    Canada6 years ago

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Mark and Shelly's meditations and talks have helped me get through these times with some degree of equanimity.
Particularly like Nunberg.
I consider Mark's talks essential to my home Buddhist study.
There's so much wisdom, challenge and kind humor in these talks and meditations. I find myself coming back to them more and more often.
All the tools needed to better understand Buddhism, the rest will depend on individual practice.
Mark is one of the best speakers I've ever been fortunate enough to hear.
Exceptional experience common ground meditation brings to the table.

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Mark Nunberg: The Sublime Attitude of Appreciative Joy - Talk
Q: Can you describe a moment when mudita felt difficult yet transformative?
A retreat anecdote where opening the heart felt like something breaking showed that such hurt can be a sign of healing, leading to a broader, more inclusive joy that touches self and others.
Mark Nunberg: The Sublime Attitude of Appreciative Joy - Talk
Q: How do you recognize the near enemy of mudita in daily life?
If your joy becomes attachment or pride, that's the near enemy; true mudita stays connected to others' happiness without losing sight of their well-being and without turning joy into possession.
Mark Nunberg: The Healing and Protecting Attitude of Goodwill - Talk
Q: How can we practice loving-kindness when we're overwhelmed by daily life?
By returning to present-moment awareness, recognizing when ill-will arises, and choosing to rest in trust and generosity rather than forcing a particular outcome, so the state of mind shifts toward a wholesome, spacious attitude.
Stacy McClendon: The Manifestation of Intention - Talk
Q: How can I be true to Buddhist values while participating in protests or social action?
The speaker suggests balancing outrage with mindful speech and an orientation toward non-harm, using signs that convey compassionate messages and aiming to provoke thoughtful reflection rather than simply inflame.
Patrice Koelsch: Skillfully Working with the Five Recollections
Q: Is there a cessation of angst if the eye is no longer separate from the body that is aging?
There can be less angst when one integrates the understanding of interdependence and no ultimate separation, though the process is ongoing and may vary by circumstance.

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Content focuses on Buddhist teachings, mindfulness, and meditation practices, emphasizing themes such as loving-kindness, compassion, and equanimity. Notable sessions include guided meditations and insightful dharma talks that address personal experiences of grief, societal issues, and emotional well-being. The hosts, including experienced teachers from the Common Ground Meditation Center, create a welcoming space for listeners to explore their thoughts and feelings in a non-judgmental way, promoting self-acceptance and community connection. There is a strong emphasis on actionable mindfulness practices that listeners can integrate into their daily lives.

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