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Meeting with Sensei Michael Elliston of the Atlanta Soto Zen Center!
Meeting with Sensei Michael Elliston of the Atlanta Soto Zen Center!
Meeting with Sensei Michael Elliston of the Atlanta Soto Zen Center!
Friday 10th July 2020
Sensei Michael Elliston shares Zen meditation techniques and Taoist wisdom to aid in alcohol recovery on this episode.
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Get the buttons here!Zen Wisdom and Taoist Teachings: Insights for Your Recovery Journey
If you just simply sit still enough long enough, you will yourself come to these same findings and conclusions that Buddha did and that others did.
What if the secret to overcoming addiction lies in ancient wisdom? In this episode of the 'Tao of Our Understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast', Sensei Michael Elliston from the Atlanta Soto Zen Center shares his experiences with Zen and beginner meditation. The conversation is rich with insights on how mystical works, especially Taoist texts, can support your path to sobriety. Sensei Elliston breaks down the basics of meditation, making it accessible for everyone.
He emphasizes that sitting still and practicing consistently can lead to profound realizations, similar to those experienced by Buddha. One of the key takeaways is the importance of helping others, a principle deeply rooted in both Zen and recovery communities. Sensei also delves into the physiological aspects of addiction and recovery, explaining how practices like Zazen can benefit both the brain and body.
By finding a balance in your meditation posture, you can achieve a state of effortless equilibrium, which mirrors the balance you seek in recovery. The episode touches on the adaptability of the brain and the power of perception, highlighting how persistence can open new doors in your journey. With practical advice and thoughtful reflections, Sensei Elliston offers a wealth of information that can be applied to your own recovery process.
Tune in for an enlightening discussion that bridges ancient teachings with modern challenges.