Cowfolk on the Cushion

This week, to welcome in the new year, I discuss intentions, self-care, self-accountability, and The Language and Life Project's documentary film Mountain Talk. You can join my Patreon here for access to exclusive episodes and curated Spotify playlists.

This week, I look back at the parts of 2020 I can even remember, including some personal accomplishments, some losses, and some of my favorite albums of the year. See you in 2021! You can join my Patreon here for bonus episodes and playlists.

This week, I talk about the concept of wise speech and how we can use the Buddha’s criteria for wise speech to curtail our IG story spiraling. You can read the sutta I mentioned here. As always, you can join my Patreon for bonus content including Patron-only podcasts.

This week, I talk about my favorite country Christmas songs (and yours!), blabber on about depression some more, and share some thoughts on having a quarantine birthday as a Sagittarius who knew we still wouldn’t be over this shit by now. Special thanks to my friend Terry Brents aka Tuggy Mac aka Tuggard Macaroni for the new theme song!

This week, I stumble over words as I try once again to tackle the concept of anatta (non-self) and how my meditation practice has shifted my concept of self-identification. (A note: the text I referred to is the Anattalakkhana Sutta, a translation of which you can read here.)

This week, I discuss the subtleties that seem less subtle after developing a (mostly) steady meditation practice, as well as the shadow stuff Scorpio season has dredged up for me. Check out Insight Timer and Brightmind (currently 40% off!) to get your meditation practice started.

This week, I discuss technology problems, the season of massive shifts we're in, and talk so much so fast that I'm practically breathless. Join my Patreon for an exclusive new podcast, COTC Spotlight!

This week, I recount my solo (COVID-safe) trip to Yucca Valley and some deep shifts I’ve been going through. (Potential TW for vague mentions of sexual abuse and PTSD, as well as crying-- sorry, not sorry.) Go to patreon.com/cowfolk to become a patron and access monthly Spotify playlists, bonus episodes, and more!

In part 2 of last week’s interview with Kelly Caplan, we discuss sobriety and holding onto identity more lightly, including the expectations we create for ourselves and others.

This week, I’m joined by my friend Kelly Caplan to discuss routine, personal responsibility, and working while doing “the work.” Check out Kelly's band here, then make sure to VOTE!