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Tara Brach

Tara Brach
Meditation
Mindfulness
Self-Compassion
Mindfulness Meditation
Emotional Healing
Compassion
Breathwork
Awareness
Belonging
Relaxation Techniques
Trauma
Emotional Suffering
Buddhism
Awe
Nature
Dissociation
Emotional Pain
Breath
Self-Acceptance
Emotional Awareness

Tara Brach, Ph.D is an internationally known meditation teacher and author of bestselling Radical Acceptance and True Refuge. Tara shares a weekly guided meditation and talk that blend Western psychology and Eastern spiritual practices. The podcast addresses the value of mindfulness meditation and self-compassion in relieving emotional suffering, serving spiritual awakening and bringing healing to... more

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In this conversation, Tara is joined by Mohsen Mahdawi—Palestinian refugee, Buddhist practitioner, and courageous voice for justice—whose life bridges worlds that are so often held apart. Growing up in a refugee camp and later emerging as a student l... more

Starting with scanning through the body and awakening the senses, we then rest in presence, with the breath as a home base. The meditation invites an openness to whatever arises, and a gentle kind attention if we encounter physical or emotional pain.... more

In this conversation, Tara is joined by Mohsen Mahdawi—Palestinian refugee, Buddhist practitioner, and courageous voice for justice—whose life bridges worlds that are so often held apart. Growing up in a refugee camp and later emerging as a student l... more

Listening is an ideal template for awareness itself - it is naturally receptive, open and awake. This meditation invites a deep listening to and feeling our lives, and opens us to the realization of the flow of changing experience and the background ... more

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Mohsen Mahdawi
Activist and student; grew up in a refugee camp and became involved in pro-Palestinian activism
Columbia University
Episode: Love-Based Activism: A Conversation with Tara Brach and Mohsen Mahdawi - Part I
Valarie Kaur
A Sikh activist, filmmaker, civil rights lawyer, and author
Revolutionary Love Project
Episode: Revolutionary Love: A Conversation with Tara Brach & Valarie Kaur
Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer
A poet who has written 13 collections of poetry and is known for her intimate writing on grief and love.
Episode: The Courage to Say Yes - A Conversation with Tara and poet, Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer
Anurag Gupta
Author and meditation teacher focused on bias and injustice
Episode: Waking up from Bias: A conversation with Tara and Anurag (Anu) Gupta

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Tara Brach
internationally known meditation teacher and author of bestselling Radical Acceptance and True Refuge; combines Western psychology with Eastern spiritual practices

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 20.3k ratings
  • Thank you ✨

    Thank you Tara for all you do. Your voice is the one I reach for in difficult times. I admire your integrity for not using ads, what a gift to your followers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    team Lolo
    United Statesa month ago
  • Woodstock

    By Joni Mitchell

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Looking for Clarity
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you for being and sharing

    Absolutely love the talks and meditations especially RAIN which, for me, is life-changing. So grateful they are shared here without any ads and soundtracks. Majority of podcasts don’t work for me as the background noise overstimulates me.

    Thank you for being so loving, kind and accepting. Sending you and your team loads of love.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    O_kocim
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • So helpful

    Thank you for these informative teachings. 💖🙏🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prettyasaseashell
    United States2 months ago
  • Tara has the Courage

    To be a Way Shower - to show us all to express ourselves in ways that we all have on the surface - yes we all have this Grace - but put the world of Matter before the world of Spirit - thank you Tara you remind me always of what’s important to keep moving forward with Grace.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chookcube
    Australia2 months ago

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Episodes are described as life-changing and deeply supportive for mental health and spiritual practice.
A few reviews mention preferences for shorter or differently styled content, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Many remark on the conversational, compassionate tone and ad-free format.
Listeners praise the accessible, soothing guidance and practical meditations.
The guidance is seen as reliable for daily routines and mindfulness growth.

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Love-Based Activism: A Conversation with Tara Brach and Mohsen Mahdawi - Part I
Q: Tell me, how are you practicing now? What's your daily practice to keep going in the face of triggering events?
Mohsen describes starting each day with gratitude, practicing 15 minutes of meditation, and maintaining a weekly practice group; he uses mindfulness and loving-kindness to center himself, regulates emotions, and relies on community for sustained practice.
Clearing Space for Spirit: A Conversation with Tara Brach & Patty Morrissey
Q: What is your favorite meditation?
Tara shares that her favorite meditation varies based on her current state, mentioning using meditations for calming her mind or focusing on her breath when not triggered.
Joy – Part 3 of Present Heart: The Universal Expressions of Love
Q: How can one cultivate joy in their life?
By practicing gratitude, mindfulness, and making a conscious effort to choose joy daily.
Joy – Part 3 of Present Heart: The Universal Expressions of Love
Q: What is the relationship between joy and suffering?
Joy is intertwined with suffering, as it embodies openness that includes both joys and sorrows.
Showing Up For Each Other | Tami Simon & Tara Brach on the Intersection of Spirituality & Therapy
Q: How do we integrate spirituality and psychology?
Both practices need to be embraced simultaneously to support growth and healing in individuals.

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What is Tara Brach about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show spotlights mindfulness, self-compassion, and Western psychology blended with Eastern spiritual practices. Each episode typically combines guided meditation with talks that invite practical self-inquiry, compassionate awareness, and healing from emotional distress. Listeners can expect gentle, accessible guidance, a calm host persona, and a strong emphasis on present-m moment awareness as a path to personal growth and inner peace. Noteworthy consistently include ad-free talks, practical exercises like RAIN-style awareness, and a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance that appeals to people seeking mental health support and spiritual nourishment. The format and tone make it a reliable resource for daily practice, stress relief, and expl... more

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2. Valarie Kaur
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