Today's Guest: Sitaram Dass (K. Sandin, LCSW)

Sitaram Dass spent several years serving his beloved teacher Ram Dass on Maui, where he was shown the path of Bhakti Yoga, the yoga of service and devotion.

As the Director of theSacred Community Project, he works to lower the barriers of access to contemplative and devotional practices through affordable, free, and donation-based offerings, spiritual support, and prison outreach. He is also aspiritual counselorwho can provide spiritual and mindfulness coaching worldwide and is a licensed therapist in the states of Oregon and California. His book,From and for God, is an intimate and contemplative collection of writings on the spiritual path.

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Today's Guest: Shawna Adkins

Shawna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Oakland, California. She supports adults on their wellness journeys, helping them reconnect with their Buddha Nature. She also enjoys dancing, DIY projects, and gardening.

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(PREVIOUSLY: Welcome back to the Buddhist Recovery Network podcast! Before we dive in, check out our revamped website atBuddhistRecovery.org for meetings, resources, and more. Don't miss the 2024 Buddhist Recovery Network Summit, happening October 10th-13th at Fairview Lake YMCA in Stillwater, New Jersey. Join us for a transformative weekend featuring speakers like Kevin Griffin, Vimalasara, and Vince Cullen, plus workshops on safer Sanghas, process addictions, neurodiversity, self-compassion, and more. This event will be run like a retreat, with meditation, yoga, and shared meals. Arrive Thursday for networking and meditation, with the main programming starting Friday.)

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Though Dharmatalks are aplenty, it's rare to find ones that speak directly to our addictions. Fortunately, ourAcademy Teachersvideos are available, anytime. Respected teachers share great tools and practices you can apply to your recovery.

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Celebrated Recovery Teacher and Author Kevin Griffin - on Recovery

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Everyday can be a New year - cultivating JOY

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Musings from some of the BRN Board Members

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Teachings from the Venerable Pannavati

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Founder Laura Willoughby in Conversation with Vimalasara

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Harvey Webb tells us all about his new program

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Jovelle and Andrew share their stories

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A talk by Kara Haney

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