Zen Buddhism
A school of Buddhism, distinct from Indian origins, emphasizing meditation and mind-to-mind transmission, with a unique history and practice.
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Videos Mentioning Zen Buddhism
The Coddling of the American Mind and How to Become Intellectually Antifragile — Jonathan Haidt
Tim Ferriss
A philosophical tradition that Haidt admires for its wisdom, particularly a quote he uses in his books about overcoming the 'mind's worst disease' of picking and choosing, advocating for demoralization.
Henry Shukman — Zen, Ayahuasca vs. Meditation, and an Intro to Koans | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
The Japanese form of Chan Buddhism, which Henry Shukman adopted and teaches.
The Random Show — Blockchain/Crypto Investing, NFT Experiments, Dogecoin, Zen Buddhism, and More
Tim Ferriss
A school of Mahayana Buddhism, particularly Zen practice which Kevin has been doing for a year, focusing on sitting meditation (zazen) and koans, finding it beneficial for mental health and equanimity.
Time Management for Mortals: A Conversation with Oliver Burkeman (Episode #289)
Sam Harris
Spiritual tradition, represented by Dogan, whose insights are relevant to understanding time and finitude.
Dave Elitch — How to Get Out of Your Own Way | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A philosophy that Dave Elitch found difficult to define until reading 'The Inner Game of Tennis', which applies its principles to skill development.
Donald S. Lopez Jr. on Buddhism
Conversations with Tyler
A school of Buddhism, distinct from Indian origins, emphasizing meditation and mind-to-mind transmission, with a unique history and practice.
How to Find Your True Purpose & Create Your Best Life | Dr. James Hollis
Andrew Huberman
Tradition mentioned for its concept of 'no-mindedness,' referring to being present without being consumed by external demands.
Alain de Botton Interview
Tim Ferriss
A school of Buddhism highlighted for its simple yet profound philosophy and poetry, which focuses on old truths rather than constant novelty or complexity.