Backyard Buddha

By Alan Childs

What's Backyard Buddha about?

A podcast about Buddhism, Spirituality and Life. We'll have Dharma talks and general discussions about ways to enjoy our everyday lives more fully.

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Backyard Buddha episodes:

02.09.2021
Thank you
In this episode I discuss the awkwardness of compliments. As in the general theme of the podcast, the discussions are around how developing these practices of Buddhist concepts will create equanimity and contentment in your everyday life. For more information check...
11.30.2020
Where are those mustard seeds
In this episode I discuss losing my dad, the Parable of the Mustard Seed and impermanence. For more information check out www.backyardbuddha.org Please subscribe to the podcast and give a 5 start review where possible, it really helps to promote the show. Reach...
10.07.2020
Don't worry, I got this
In this episode I discuss anxiety and ways to mitigate the negative effects of worry. As in the general theme of the podcast, the discussions are around how developing these practices of Buddhist concepts will create equanimity and contentment in...
09.14.2020
Common Threads
In this episode I discuss my first readings while I start my ministry training. Notably, similarities with the Buddha and the Christian Jesus. As in the general theme of the podcast, the discussions are around how developing these practices of...
08.24.2020
Equipoise
In this episode I discuss finding balance in your life and having an awareness to know when balance is off, also how goal setting can be used to restore harmony. As in the general theme of the podcast, the discussions...
08.11.2020
Indra's Net
In this episode I discuss interconnectedness and how we are all one piece of the whole. As in the general theme of the podcast, the discussions are around how developing these practices of Buddhist concepts will create equanimity and contentment...
07.23.2020
I am that I am
In this episode I discuss the simple idea of self compassion and the importance of being kind to yourself. As in the general theme of the podcast, the discussions are around how developing these practices of Buddhist concepts will create...
07.06.2020
Swim with the current
In this episode we discuss the Buddhist concept of impermanence. As in the general theme of the podcast, the discussions are around how developing these practices of Buddhist concepts will create equanimity and contentment in your everyday life. For more...
06.19.2020
The destination is in each step
In this episode we discuss destination addiction and postponing happiness. As in the general theme of the podcast, the discussions are around how developing these practices of Buddhist concepts will create equanimity and contentment in your everyday life. For more...
06.05.2020
There is a crack in everything
In this episode we discuss the Japanese concept of Wabi Sabi and how it relates to impermanence and gratitude. As in the general theme of the podcast, the discussions are around how developing these practices of Buddhist concepts will create...
05.22.2020
The Buddha of Bahama Village
We will wrap up our three part series discussing the Buddha's eight fold path. In this episode we will review Right Concentration, Right Mindfulness and Right Effort. More specifically how developing these habits will create happiness and contentment in everyday...
05.01.2020
It’s not about you
We will continue to discuss the Buddha's eight fold path. In this episode we will review Right Speech, Right Action and Right Livelihood. More specifically how developing these habits will create happiness and contentment in everyday life. For more information check...
04.17.2020
Wipe the sleep out your eyes
We will discuss the Buddha's eight fold path. In this episode we will review Right View and Right Intention and how developing the habits will create happiness and contentment in everyday life. For more information check out www.backyardbuddha.orgSupport the show
04.03.2020
Training the monkey mind
In this episode we look at the why and how of Buddhism. Why would we want to practice and how it impacts us. We will discuss neroplasticity and creating new mental habits. Please creat some good karma by helping this...
03.27.2020
Social Distancing Dharma Talk
This episode is a short Dharma talk in regards to social distancing and being quarantined. Looking at this free time as an opportunity for self development. For more information check out www.backyardbuddha.orgSupport the show
03.20.2020
The sage of the Shakya clan
We look at the legend that made a prince give up his royal life of luxury. The story of Prince Siddhartha Gautama and what lead him to enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. For more information check out www.backyardbuddha.org Support the show...
03.14.2020
Coronavirus Dharma Talk
This episode is a short impromptu Dharma talk in regards to preparations for the Coronavirus pandemic. A reflection of the interconnections and impermanence of life. For more information check out www.backyardbuddha.org Support the show

What's Backyard Buddha about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Backyard Buddha episodes:

Thank you

Where are those mustard seeds

Don't worry, I got this

Common Threads

Equipoise

Indra's Net

I am that I am

Swim with the current

The destination is in each step

There is a crack in everything

The Buddha of Bahama Village

It’s not about you

Wipe the sleep out your eyes

Training the monkey mind

Social Distancing Dharma Talk

The sage of the Shakya clan

Coronavirus Dharma Talk