Echoes & Stories of Dharma

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No teachings or meditation rather simple daily life events thru the lens of Dhamma. Former Upasika (Lay steward who serves the Sangha) in Theravada Monasteries of the Thai Forest Tradition (US, UK, Canada,) and other settings, the podcast's intention is to bring #simpledhammafordailylife in the best practical way possible. Short capsules, conversations, reflections, insights, comments on the Dhamma, or dhamma (epiphenomena) in the most simple possible way. Lives of people who live by the Dhamma in a direct or indirect way.

  1. FEB 4 · BONUS

    Closing Ceremony -

    Buddha’s Words on Loving Kindness : closing chant of Maha sangha dana day - Bodhgaya Feb2 2026

    8 min

  2. FEB 3 · BONUS

    Gratitude Chants - Theravada

    Gratitude Chants to receive a meal - Theravada tradition Bodhgaya February 2026

    1 min

  3. FEB 3 · BONUS

    Gratitude Chants

    Gratitude chants to receive a meal in Buddhist traditions of Mahayana and Vajrayana. Bodhgaya February 2026

    17 min

  4. JAN 27

    Inner Peace , Presence & Living Experiences

    Series 2 - Episode 11 A wide-ranging Dharma conversation and a kind of follow up episode, with Josh of Integrating presence we discuss types of identity and self-exploration(e.g., shaved-head practice as a lay 8-precept holder despite no longer living monastically), then pivot to the viral Walk for Peace—a 120-day, ~2,300-mile pilgrimage by ~18–26 Vietnamese/Theravada-aligned Buddhist monastics from Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center in Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C. (started October 26, 2025; expected end mid-February 2026). Accompanied by rescue dog Aloka, they promote inner peace, compassion, non-harming, and healing through meditative walking (inspired by traditional Tudong with an engaged-Buddhism focus), drawing thousands of supporters, media attention, and occasional challenges (e.g., confrontations with preachers, a traffic accident injuring monastics). Key themes include: Inner peace as the foundation for outer peace (start within via mind training, resolving inner conflict before external action).The Brahma Viharas (loving-kindness/metta, compassion/karuna, sympathetic joy/mudita, equanimity/upekkha—sometimes reframed as resilience) as tools for relating to self/others and dissolving the three poisons (or poisonous roots of greed, hatred/ill will, delusion).Non-duality as interdependence, seeing self/other reflections, loosening grasping/stickiness to stories and identity (anatta/non-self), while avoiding pitfalls like “idiot compassion” (over-giving without boundaries/dignity) or spiritual bypassing.Paradoxes in practice (conventional vs. ultimate reality; restriction vs. freedom; empathy vs. action).Practical applications: ethical precepts for merit/wishes fulfilled, spatial/situational awareness, breath-focused meditation (e.g., resting in natural awareness at breath pauses), middle way balance (avoid extremes), contentment/freedom from distractions (including digital ones), compassion even for flawed leaders/politicians by separating person from defilements.Modern concerns: AI/delusion risks, generational tech shifts, accelerating change, need for lineage verification, open inquiry (ehipassiko: come and see for yourself), and preserving authentic Dharma amid impermanence.Inspirations: Bodhgaya as unifying pilgrimage site across traditions; merit of hearing Dharma; freedom from (vs. freedom to); contentment with little.

    1h 22m

  5. 10/14/2025

    Bridging Ancient & Modern: Bhutan’s Landmark Global Peace Prayers Festival

    Series 2 - Episode 10 With Josh, of Integrating Presence, I am being asked to introduce you to Bhutan, Vajrayana and the upcoming Global Peace Prayers Festival to be held 4th to 19th November 2025. (Ai assist:) overview of Bhutan's history, including its self-imposed isolation until the 1970s, the influence of Padmasambhava (the "second Buddha"), and how Vajrayana Buddhism integrates compassion, wisdom, and power into daily life and governance.The festival, centered around honoring the 70th birthday of Bhutan's fourth king on November 11, has evolved from a single Kalachakra empowerment into a two-week event featuring large-scale pujas (rituals), mantra chanting for protection and peace, a three-day Kalachakra mandala ceremony (focusing on non-duality and interdependence), global prayers dedicated to the king, and a nuns' ordination ceremony to advance women's roles in Vajrayana. The event aims to promote global peace amid ongoing conflicts, drawing on Buddhist concepts like bodhicitta (Buddha nature in all beings) and the power of mantras to counter greed, hatred, delusion, ignorance, and jealousy.They address misconceptions about Bhutan, such as the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF, now $100/day, covering most travel costs for high-value, low-volume tourism). The conversation emphasizes the festival's timeliness in a world of war rhetoric, climate change, and AI-driven modernity, advocating for bridging ancient devotional practices with contemporary tools like a mantra-logging app (Guru App) to engage youth and foster a "butterfly effect" of positive energy. Participation options include in-person attendance (with visa and travel details), live streaming via Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS) on YouTube, virtual mantra contributions, or organizing local watch parties. The episode concludes with reflections on preserving pure Dharma amid technological shifts, encouraging discernment and inner peace.Overall, the podcast blends educational insights on Bhutanese Buddhism with calls to action for global harmony, making it appealing for Buddhists, spiritual seekers, and those interested in sustainable societies. The tone is conversational, respectful, and occasionally light-hearted www.globalpeaceprayers.org Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS) Official live streams: / @bbsbhutan / bbschannel2 globalpeaceprayers.org/old/registration.php Travel Agent: IntrekParo: bhutanintrek.com email: intrekparo1@gmail.comWhatsapp: +97577227840mantra app: guruapp.bt (will launch on November 4th the initial day of event)FB page: / 61579817360896 IG: / gppbhutan Enlightened Leadership the Book of sitting PM: penguin.sg/book/enlightened-leadership/ Integrating Presence on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/integrating-presence/id1556570867

    1h 23m
  6. Impermanence, Compassion, Resilience

    09/23/2025

    Impermanence, Compassion, Resilience

    Series 2 Ep 9 Reflections on Nepal’s events from the Dharma point of vue.

    14 min

  7. 08/08/2025

    Echoes & Stories of Dharma - A New Path Unfolding

    Announcement and refresher after a long silence.

    10 min
  8. Musings on Impermanence- Post EQ in Bangkok

    04/10/2025

    Musings on Impermanence- Post EQ in Bangkok

    Episode #9 - Musings on experiencing tremors in Bangkok on Friday 28th March as a result of the EQ in Myanmar - The grandiose gatecrashing of impermanence in one’s life is something to always be ready for.

    50 min
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No teachings or meditation rather simple daily life events thru the lens of Dhamma. Former Upasika (Lay steward who serves the Sangha) in Theravada Monasteries of the Thai Forest Tradition (US, UK, Canada,) and other settings, the podcast's intention is to bring #simpledhammafordailylife in the best practical way possible. Short capsules, conversations, reflections, insights, comments on the Dhamma, or dhamma (epiphenomena) in the most simple possible way. Lives of people who live by the Dhamma in a direct or indirect way.

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  • Creator
    Asoka Pilgrim
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Asoka Pilgrim
  • Show Website
    Echoes & Stories of Dharma