Noah Levine's Soft Belly Meditation: Embrace Your Inner Calm
Episode Overview
Exploring the practice of soft belly meditation for mindfulness and acceptance Understanding fear as a central human experience and its role in survival instinct Reflecting on the unreliable nature of the mind and pursuing wisdom and compassion Emphasizing the benefits of retreats for developing mindfulness and breaking addiction to the mind Encouraging support for the Sangha and the practice of sharing outward in all directions
Fear is such a central human experience. Part of our survival instinct is to be afraid of pain. Some level of fear is maybe even healthy. The Buddha encouraged us to meditate on death, turn towards it, accept the impermanent reality that our bodies are subject to sickness, aging, death.
Ever wondered how to truly relax your body and mind? In this episode of 'Against The Stream', Noah Levine, the founder of Refuge Recovery and Dharma Punks, takes listeners on a soothing journey with his 'soft belly meditation'. This mindfulness practice focuses on accepting and softening bodily tension, helping you find peace in discomfort. Noah’s gentle guidance encourages reflection on where tension resides in your body and offers techniques to ease it.
Along the way, he discusses the tricky nature of fear, the mind's unpredictability, and the quest for wisdom and compassion. With his calming voice, Noah also touches on the benefits of retreats and the importance of community support, or Sangha. Whether you're new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, this episode is a treasure trove of insights and practical advice. Ready to embrace your inner calm?
Tune in and let Noah Levine guide you towards a more serene state of being.