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Learning Conversation

Feb 21, 2023

5 min.

Pay attention!

Learning Practice features a 3-minute conversation about a single word.  Unrehearsed, without forethought of the word to be discussed, we practice the art of Learning Conversation.  

If you want to practice with us by supplying a word and joining us:   contact us through our websites.


Feb 21, 2023

15 min

Resource:  Tara Brach

Tara Brach and radical acceptance.  

Tara’s life’s trajectory in the ’60’s was to go from college and then spend 10 years in an ashram. 

She along with other resource figures like Jack Kornfield, Alan Watts, Sam Harris, were attracted to Eastern wisdom during the 50's, 60's and 70's...


Feb 21, 2023

25 min.

Jack Kornfield is one of those ‘cross-over’ figures from the 50’s and 60’s, that grew up in Western society and embraced Eastern wisdom.  

A Buddhist philosopher who started centers in the United States for practicing meditation.  

Learn about Jack Kornfield’s journey as a young peace...


Feb 13, 2023

13 min.  

Maureen talks to Pierre about the Wellness Resource Center she is managing at her local Yoga studio. 

How cool is that?  If you live in Danvers, MA, or anywhere nearby, check out Maureen's Wellness Center, where Maureen also teaches yoga. 

Building on Landscapes for Learning curriculum and website, Maureen...


Feb 13, 2023

25 min.

This pod is for Sydney.

Maureen recognizes that Pierre’s “good morning” is subdued and asks a question.

How human to recognize. How gracious to ask. 

Pierre relates the story of losing his friend and best companion of 14 years, his dog Sydney.  

This pod cast relates a ‘miracle story’ or two of Syd’s...