Best Eco Psychology Podcasts (2024)

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#51 - Beyond Eco! - Sony Sahota on bridging Ecological Psychology with an Active Inference Framework. 1:47:49

14d ago1:47:49

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Send us a Text Message. Today I welcome Sonny Sahota from Praxis Gym in Canada. Sonny, a judo black belt and manager of Kensington Judo Club in Vancouver, shares his insights on integrating Ecological Dynamics and the Active Inference Framework (AIF) into martial arts coaching. Sony introduces some of the tenets these approaches, discussing how the…

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Meditation: Entrusting Yourself to the Waves 26:00

39m ago26:00

26:00

By not resisting, by letting the waves wash through us, we begin to relax. Rather than fighting the stormy surges, we rest in an ocean of awareness that embraces all the moving waves. We arrive in a sanctuary that feels large enough to hold whatever is going on.By Tara Brach

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Desire and Addiction (Part 2): Voices of Longing Calling You Home 46:20

25m ago46:20

46:20

Desire is intrinsic to all living forms – the urge to exist and flourish. It turns to suffering when, due to unmet needs, it contracts, intensifies and separates us from our full aliveness and awareness. These two talks guide us in awakening from this trance, and discovering how within desire is the longing that can carry us to true belonging. "All…

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Meditation: Meeting Fear with a Healing Breath 22:59

1h ago22:59

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This meditation guides us through a relaxing body scan and then explores how we can allow the breath to calm our body and bring peace to our heart.By Tara Brach

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Diversity and Inclusion in Pilates with Alexa Idama 42:00

9h ago42:00

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Join us for an insightful episode with Alexa Idama, a certified classical Pilates teacher with two decades of experience in health and wellness. Alexa delves into the importance of representation in the fitness and wellness space and shares her personal journey and insights on creating a more inclusive environment. In this engaging discussion, Alex…

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Desire and Addiction (Part 1): Voices of Longing Calling You Home 49:42

6d ago49:42

49:42

Desire is intrinsic to all living forms – the urge to exist and flourish. It turns to suffering when, due to unmet needs, it contracts, intensifies and separates us from our full aliveness and awareness. These two talks guide us in awakening from this trance, and discovering how within desire is the longing that can carry us to true belonging.…

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Meditation: The Blessings of Yes (20:12 min.) 20:32

5d ago20:32

20:32

When our hearts open to the life that is here, just as it is, we discover vast loving presence. This meditation engages the smile as we scan through and awaken to our body and senses. Then we practice meeting the changing flow of life with a full allowing, wakeful and open awareness. We close with a verse from e.e. cummings.…

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Overcoming Grief with Plant Medicine and Self Discovery with Ebonee Davis 1:04:40

16d ago1:04:40

1:04:40

In this inspiring episode, join Koya Webb as she sits down with Ebonee Davis, a courageous community leader and wellness advocate, to discuss the transformative power of self-love, nature, and personal growth. Ebonee shares her journey of discovering and embracing her hair journey, highlighting the role Instagram played in connecting her with a com…

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Love is Always Here 58:23

19d ago58:23

58:23

One expression of suffering is forgetting that we are intrinsically lovable and worthy. This talk looks at the pathway to trusting our belonging, and focuses on the healing that comes from letting in love and mirroring others goodness. Talk includes quotes from Henri Nouwen, The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming…

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Meditation: Living Presence – Awakening with a Smile (18:45 min) 19:04

22d ago19:04

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This practice uses the image and felt sense of a smile as we scan through the body, include sound and relax back into the awareness that is the source of all experience. By letting life be just as it is, we become pure living presence – wakeful, open and tender.By Tara Brach

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Breakthrough To A New You with Jessica Zweig 49:12

20d ago49:12

49:12

Welcome to a transformative discussion on the power of Divine Femininity and its profound impact on business and womanhood. In this video, join Koya and Jessica Zweig, as we explore how embracing Divine Femininity can revolutionize your approach to both personal and professional life. Discover the Transformative Power of Divine Femininity: ▶️ Embra…

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From Ego to Eco-Identity - Homecoming to Sacred Relationship 49:17

28d ago49:17

49:17

Our human loneliness and suffering arise from getting identified in a mental ego, and separating ourselves from the living web of our natural world. This talk explores the pathway back to sacred relationship, and offers reflections and practices that awaken intimacy with the non-human world.By Tara Brach

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Meditation: Embodied Awareness 17:23

20d ago17:23

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This guided meditation includes a full body scan, and the recognition of the formless awareness that includes and is the source of all experience. By recognizing that awareness we discover the silence and stillness that is the ground of all experience.By Tara Brach

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From Head to Heart 1:02:00

30d ago1:02:00

1:02:00

If we are suffering, we are believing an interpretation of reality that is limiting and untrue. At these times we are imprisoned in a painful looping of fear-driven thoughts and feelings. This talk explores the ways our practices of mindfulness, compassion and loving presence can guide us from addictive thinking to perceiving life with a wise heart…

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Meditation: Awareness and Flow 20:17

1M ago20:17

20:17

This guided practice awakens all the senses with an embodied presence, allowing an opening to the moment-to-moment changing flow of experience. We then relax back, resting as the changeless open awareness that is conscious of the flow, and includes all life.By Tara Brach

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Embodied Presence (Part 2) – Planting Our Roots in the Universe – Working with Pain 52:13

1M ago52:13

52:13

In describing our human predicament and dis-ease, D.H. Lawrence says we are like a great tree with our roots in the air. We need to replant ourselves—in our bodies, hearts and spirit. These two talks are guides to replanting ourselves. In Part 1, we explore how we are so often dissociated from the life of our body, and the pathways home. Part 2 loo…

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Meditation: A Listening Presence (20 min.) 20:00

1M ago20:00

20:00

The receptivity of listening awakens us to the living stream of life. This meditation guides us in listening to sounds, and then listening to and feeling the aliveness of our bodies and the movement of the breath. We close with a simple offering of lovingkindness to our inner life and our world.By Tara Brach

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Embodied Presence (Part 1) – Planting Our Roots in the Universe 51:12

1M ago51:12

51:12

In describing our human predicament and dis-ease, D.H. Lawrence says we are like a great tree with our roots in the air. We need to replant ourselves—in our bodies, hearts and spirit. These two talks are guides to replanting ourselves. In Part 1, we explore how we are so often dissociated from the life of our body, and the pathways home. Part 2 loo…

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Meditation: Portal to Sacred Presence (22:01 min.) 19:51

1M ago19:51

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This meditation includes a full body scan, and then opens the senses to all experience, allowing life to be just as it is. Awakening to the life of our body reveals the mysterious formless presence that is our source. We close with a poem from Danna Faulds.By Tara Brach

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#51 - It's complex, keep it simple! - Coach Rob Cole on playing the ecological long game. 50:51

2M ago50:51

50:51

Send us a Text Message. Coach Rob Cole joins me today to talk coaching within an ecological dynamics framework. Rob is a long time mixed martial artist, globetrotters BJJ coach and a regular coach at Ascension Athletics in Connecticut.

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For the Love of Dogs…and All Beings 1:28:27

2M ago1:28:27

1:28:27

The focus of this conversation is on our relationships with dogs, and more broadly, all beings. We look at what Thich Nhat Hanh called interbeing, and what happens when we shift our attention from self to who are we together. Tara is joined by Mark Drucker, an animal lover who works in digital media and is founder of lovedog.com, and Drew Webster, …

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Meditation: Lighting Up Your Energy Body 17:59

2M ago17:59

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Our being has many frequencies of aliveness and as we attend to the more subtle, we discover a portal to the radiant awareness that is always here. This meditation guides us in using the breath and attention as we scan through the body and awaken an inner luminosity. We then open the attention to rest in the whole field of awake awareness.…

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Beloved Community 55:21

2M ago55:21

55:21

Martin Luther King’s term, “Beloved Community,” points to our potential for living together with love, justice and respect. This talk explores the often hidden expressions of racism that fuel separation and violence, and pathways toward healing and freeing our collective hearts. NOTE: At the same time as the tragic killings in Charleston, SC, Tara’…

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Meditation: Relaxing Open into Full Presence 21:59

2M ago21:59

21:59

The pathway to presence does not involve efforts or striving. As you will find in this simple, gentle meditation, a vibrant and healing presence is possible as we wake up all our senses and intentionally relax with our changing experience. The gift is a true sense of homecoming, and with that openheartedness and peace.…

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Disarming Our Hearts - Part 2: Guidance from the Bodhisattva Path 50:08

2M ago50:08

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By Tara Brach

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Meditation: Awareness is Our Home 21:46

2M ago21:46

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This guided practice helps us come into our senses through a body scan. We then rest in the awareness that is listening to and feeling the changing flow of experience. When the mind drifts, the return is a relaxing back to our senses, and to the sea of awareness that includes and experiences the waves of life. From the meditation closing: As part o…

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#50 - Exploring Eco Psych and perception - Gray Thomas of U-Con on ecological Psychology and it's implications for practice and development. 1:12:14

2M ago1:12:14

1:12:14

Send us a Text Message. Gray Thomas joins me today to talk about the Ecological Psychology side of ecological dynamics. Gray is a PhD student at the university of Connecticut where he studies and researches Ecological Psychology. I enjoyed my chat with Gray and learn more about eco psych. The ecological approach really hangs on the theory of direct…

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Disarming Our Hearts - Part 1 58:09

3M ago58:09

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If we realized how profoundly our chronic judgment creates separation and blocks the flow of love, we’d dedicate more deeply to disarming our hearts. Drawing on practices from the Bodhisattva path, these two talks explore the process of disarming—bridging divides with those close in, and opening our hearts to those at a distance who we consider a ‘…

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Meditation: Body and Spirit 19:38

3M ago19:38

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As we relax and awaken through our physical body, we discover the formless dimension of awareness or spirit that permeates all of life. This meditation includes a poem, "the spirit likes to dress up," from Mary Oliver.By Tara Brach

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Promoting Suicide Prevention and Positive Psychology with Niyc Pidgeon 53:00

2M ago53:00

53:00

//SHOW DESCRIPTION// 🎙️Promoting Suicide Prevention and Positive Psychology with Niyc Pidgeon Koya features a conversation about suicide prevention, the field of positive psychology, and the empowerment of individual well-being. The guest, Niyc Pidgeon, a positive psychologist, distinguishes positive psychology from traditional psychology by its fo…

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Juicing for Beginners, Surviving Cancer, and Why Holistic Health is Important with Harold Leffall 35:24

2M ago35:24

35:24

Join Koya Webb as she sits down with Harold Leffall to explore the essentials of juicing for beginners, surviving cancer, and the significance of holistic health. 🌟 In this episode, Harold opens up about his journey of overcoming fear in business and healing through natural approaches. He shares his personal experience with cancer and how holistic …

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Three Blessings in Spiritual Life – Part 3: A Mirror 57:52

3M ago57:52

57:52

This 3- part series explores three capacities we all have, that when cultivated, bring spiritual awakening and serve the healing of our world. Drawing on an ancient teaching story from India, we explore together the power of a forgiving heart, the inner fire that expresses as courage and dedication, and the inquiry of “who am I” that reveals our de…

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#49 - Pitching and Punching - Pittsburg Pirate Coach John Baker on an eco approach to Baseball, BJJ & MMA skill development. 1:42:54

3M ago1:42:54

1:42:54

Send us a Text Message. Today's chat was with Pittsburgh Pirate's coach John Baker John is a former MLB player and current performance and skills coach alongside Andy Bass in the Pirates Baseball organization. Also a BJJ purple belt, Ecological dynamics advocate and MMA fan. We had a fun chat covering all things eco, baseball and combat sports.…

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Meditation: Listening to Life 18:24

3M ago18:24

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The attitude of meditation is one of engaged listening – a relaxed, receptive yet intimate attention. This meditation explores how we can listen to sounds, listen to and feel sensations, and then relax back into the ocean of awareness that includes and perceives the changing waves. In this relaxing back, we realize the peace and freedom of inhabiti…

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Three Blessings in Spiritual Life – Part 2: Inner Fire 47:43

3M ago47:43

47:43

This 3- part series explores three capacities we all have, that when cultivated, bring spiritual awakening and serve the healing of our world. Drawing on an ancient teaching story from India, we explore together the power of a forgiving heart, the inner fire that expresses as courage and dedication, and the inquiry of “who am I” that reveals our de…

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Self-Love, Sisterhood, and How to Shine in the Darkness with Dr. Cheryl Polote-Williamson 43:45

3M ago43:45

43:45

Join Koya Webb as she welcomes Dr. Cheryl Polote-Williamson for an inspiring conversation on self-love, sisterhood, and how to shine in the darkness. 🌟 Dr. Cheryl shares her transformative journey, emphasizing the power of honesty, forgiveness, and resilience. In this heartfelt episode, she recounts a pivotal moment of reconciliation that led to un…

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Meditation: Reconnecting to Silence and Presence 19:02

3M ago19:02

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Only in silence and presence do we realign with what matters to our hearts. This simple practice of arriving in an embodied awareness supports us in touching the grounds of true transformation and healing. It closes with a powerful poem by Gunilla Norris, “Sharing Silence.”By Tara Brach

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The magic of immersive connection experiences with Looby Macnamara and Leona Johnson 45:03

3M ago45:03

45:03

In this inspiring and enriching conversation Leona and Looby talk about the Model of The Eight Shields and how following the natural patterns of flow from daily and seasonal, to life stages and their corresponding energies, can create the optimum conditions for connection, healing and growth. Using this model powerful fields of connection and emerg…

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Mapping Urban Heat Islands with NASA Ep84 34:48

3M ago34:48

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In this episode, I share the story of creating the world’s highest-resolution urban heat island maps in collaboration with the team at NASA JPL, available at http://urbancanopy.io. I share the process of taking raw thermal satellite pictures from the NASA archive, using GIS software and data to get a heat island score for each land parcel, using Ma…

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Three Blessings in Spiritual Life – Part 1: Forgiveness 49:54

3M ago49:54

49:54

This 3-part series explores three capacities we all have, that when cultivated, bring spiritual awakening and serve the healing of our world. Drawing on an ancient teaching story from India, we explore together the power of a forgiving heart, the inner fire that expresses as courage and dedication, and the inquiry of “who am I” that reveals our dee…

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Meditation: Living Presence - Experiencing Aliveness and Openheartedness 20:04

3M ago20:04

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The pathway to experiencing full aliveness and openheartedness is by awakening awareness throughout the body. This meditation begins by establishing a rhythmic inflow and outflow of the breath, in order to calm and collect the mind. Then continuing with the conscious breathing, we are guided through the body – bringing attention to sensations and s…

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The Healing Power of Plants with Plant Zaddy 39:06

3M ago39:06

39:06

Join Koya and Plant Zaddy for a deep dive into the wonderful world of plant ownership and care! 🌿💚 In this podcast episode, they share personal stories and expert tips to help you become the ultimate plant parent. From Plant Zaddy's pro advice to Koya's plant journey, you'll discover the joys and benefits of nurturing your own little green oasis. S…

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Living with a Courageous Heart in Times of Crisis: A Conversation with Tara Brach & Oren Jay Sofer 1:10:28

3M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

The pace of change is speeding up and much of the news we receive is alarming. More than ever, we need the inner reflections and meditations that help us connect with our capacities for clarity, bravery and openheartedness. This is what Tara explores with Oren Jay Sofer, in his book entitled: Your Heart Was Made For This: Contemplative Practices to…

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Guided Meditation: Letting Life Be As It Is 21:49

4M ago21:49

21:49

When we learn to listen to our inner life without interference, we open to a tender and full experience of presence. This meditation guides us in awakening an intimate quality of listening, as we attend to sensations, moods, sounds and the entire dance of life.By Tara Brach

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Overcoming Fear and Trauma to Reclaim Your Life with Dr. Thema Bryant 45:05

4M ago45:05

45:05

//SHOW DESCRIPTION// 🎙️Overcome Fear and Trauma to Reclaim Your Whole, Authentic Self with Dr. Thema Bryant Koya welcomes back Dr. Thema Bryant for an enriching conversation on personal growth, healing from psychological homelessness, and the power of affirmation. Dr. Bryant, renowned for her book 'Homecoming', shares insights on recognizing and ad…

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Homecoming to Loving Awareness (Retreat talk) 59:37

4M ago59:37

59:37

We have strong conditioning to identify as a separate self, and to feel all the fears and attachments that arise from not realizing our true belonging. This talk includes teachings and several experiential reflections that help us wake up from the trance of separation. As we grow familiar with the awareness and love that is our shared true nature, …

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Meditation: Open Awareness – Relaxing Back into Presence 19:24

4M ago19:24

19:24

This practice brings attention to the continuous space within and around the body, and the aliveness of sound, sensation and feeling that lives through us. While it’s natural for attention to get distracted, the pathway home is a relaxing back into the awake space that is aware of this changing life.…

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Nicole Walter's Journey to Self-Acceptance and Finding Fulfillment in Life 49:06

4M ago49:06

49:06

//SHOW DESCRIPTION// 🎙️Nicole Walter's Journey to Self-Acceptance and Finding Fulfillment in Life Koya engages in a heartwarming and insightful conversation with Nicole Walters, a dynamic guest with a rich tapestry of life experiences. Nicole discusses her journey from corporate America to adopting three girls, facing her middle child’s cancer diag…

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Cherishing Each Other: A Conversation with Tara Brach and Father Gregory Boyle 1:08:01

4M ago1:08:01

1:08:01

Many are familiar with the Dali Lama’s words “My religion is kindness.” In this conversation you will sense the gritty and real way that we struggling humans can learn to cherish one another. We talk about the relationship between boundaries and compassion; the unshakeable goodness at our core; how we belong to each other, and how judgments arise f…

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2024-04-24 - Meditation: Awakening through the Inner Body 21:56

4M ago21:56

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When we attune to the inner body, we discover a field of energy and aliveness that is the portal to pure presence. This meditation guides our attention to the inner body, opens to the play of sound and invites us to rest in the awake awareness that includes and is the grounds of this living world.By Tara Brach

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