Meditation and Beyond

By: Elliott S. Dacher M.D.
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  • Summary

  • In Meditation and Beyond you will discover a uniquely different approach to meditation. There are two traditional aims of meditation. The first is cultivating a healthy human life. The second is transcending our limited day-to-day consciousness to discover our true self and its extraordinary qualities of human flourishing. Our first session begins by focusing on two quick and sure methods of calming the mind. Whenever your mind is out of control, these will be your go-to practices.one that is simple, surprisingly effortless, and goes directly to the essence of meditation. The first aim of meditation is to diminish, stress, calm the mind, decrease reactivity, and improve the quality of our relationships. The second aim of meditation is the heart and true essence of meditation. This approach cuts through the limitations of day-to-day living and reveals the precious gold of human life - a sustained serenity, natural wisdom, unchanging happiness, and boundless freedom. . We learn how to meditate in an entirely new and effortless way. Let’s join together on the journey of a lifetime. If you are ready, you will discover life’s treasures.

    May I suggest you refer to my latest book, Meditation and Beyond, available through Amazon as support and more for these podcasts. you may also find further resources on my website: www.elliottdacher.org
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Episodes
  • Liberation on Arising: The Secret of Mental Stillness

    Liberation on Arising: The Secret of Mental Stillness
    Jan 26 2025

    "Self-liberation on arising" describes the natural dissolution of thoughts, feelings, and sensations when the mind refrains from grasping, elaborating, or fixating on them. Mental appearances arise and pass naturally, but fixation extends their lifespan, leading to suffering and distraction. This cycle detaches us from present experience and immerses us in past stories. By observing mental activity without entanglement, we allow these fleeting appearances to dissolve like writing on water—momentary and transient. True mental stillness arises not from suppressing thoughts but through understanding their ephemeral nature, fostering lasting peace, clarity, and freedom.

    Support the show

    Welcome to my Podcasts

    On my website below you will find many resources and a sign-up link to our Sunday morning Zoom teaching and meditation. Everyone is invited.

    Your support by subscribing is appreciated ...

    www.elliottdacher.org
    Aware, Awake, Alive on Amazon
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    18 mins
  • This Precious Life

    This Precious Life
    Jan 6 2025

    "This Precious Life" explores the human journey from the expansive, limitless consciousness of childhood, to the constricted identity shaped by societal demands and ego, and in fortunate ones the return to the precious essence of an expanded conscousness. Eastern traditions highlight this second phase of life where one turns inward, rediscovering the vast possibilities and serenity beyond the ego. This awakening, often triggered by pivotal life moments, aligns with the Hero’s Journey—a path toward reconnecting with our inner self, a natural compassion, awareness, and deeper sense of purpose, ultimately shaping a precious and meaningful life.

    Support the show

    Welcome to my Podcasts

    On my website below you will find many resources and a sign-up link to our Sunday morning Zoom teaching and meditation. Everyone is invited.

    Your support by subscribing is appreciated ...

    www.elliottdacher.org
    Aware, Awake, Alive on Amazon
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    20 mins
  • The Gap: Glimpses of Essence

    The Gap: Glimpses of Essence
    Dec 16 2024

    This podcast explores the distinction between two aspects of self: the essential self, characterized by unconditioned awareness present from birth, and the personal (ego) self, a constructed identity shaped by experiences and societal conditioning. The ego self narrows our expansive consciousness into patterns and beliefs, obscuring our natural state of openness and wonder.

    Despite this conditioning, moments of connection to the essential self can arise, such as during experiences of flow, presence, or deep connection with nature, art, or others. These moments reveal our innate wholeness but are often fleeting and overlooked, as the ego quickly reasserts itself. Understanding and stabilizing these glimpses into the true self can lead to a more fulfilling and centered life. Join me in discussing and practing the "gap."

    Support the show

    Welcome to my Podcasts

    On my website below you will find many resources and a sign-up link to our Sunday morning Zoom teaching and meditation. Everyone is invited.

    Your support by subscribing is appreciated ...

    www.elliottdacher.org
    Aware, Awake, Alive on Amazon
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    19 mins

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