Ever wondered how you can love something without being attached to it? In this podcast, Bhante Sathi explains the understanding of conditional versus unconditional love, the role of attachment in relationships, and the connection between self-love and loving others.

Everyone has moments of self-doubt and demonstrates their imperfections, how does Metta play a role in our self-care and reflection? In the podcast, Bhante Sathi covers the essence of metta concerning self-reflection and bringing out the best of yourself through the balance of knowledge and confidence.

We come into this world with nothing, and nothing comes with us when we leave. This is a harsh fact of life, and invokes the question, “Does anything really belong to me? Can I claim anything in my life as my own?” In this podcast, Bhante Sathi explains the concept and criteria of ownership and what we can do to accept and embrace what we cannot own.

Kathina Robe Ceremony is a strongly held Buddhist tradition that takes place once a year. In this podcast, Bhante Sathi explains the spiritual significance of the ceremony as well as the symbolisms and support that enhance collective and individual growth within the community. He also touches on what to expect during Kathina for any newcomers who will want to take part in the event.

Jealousy is an ugly emotion and we all feel it, whether we like to admit it or not. In this podcast, Bhante Sathi illustrates how to manage jealousy by cultivating skillfulness, compassion, and appreciative joy for yourself and others as well as letting go of the past and prioritizing mental wellbeing by committing to meditation.

Letting go is often confused with disconnecting oneself from one's own thoughts and feelings. How do you let go without numbing yourself? How do you use "letting go" as a tool to help navigate you through life instead of using it as a shield to run away from your responsibilities? In this episode, Bhante Sathi talks about the meaning of letting go concerning meditation. He also discusses how this practice can help you maintain calmness in stressful situations without losing yourself and recognize weaknesses with the understanding that learning is a lifelong process.

We make judgments in our lives all the time, but how do we know if we are making skillful or unskillful judgments? In this episode, Bhante Sathi discusses the role of judgment in our decision-making process and the importance of mindfulness when we make those judgments.

Everyone has responsibilities and obligations that they abide by. Sometimes, our lives require us to focus so much on planning around these commitments that we lose ourselves in our schedules. So how can you plan for the future while still living in the present moment? In this episode, Bhante Sathi covers the importance of clarity and mindfulness while planning, along with overcoming the many challenges and obstacles that come with it. With practice, anyone can be in the present moment while executing efficient and effective planning.

We all struggle with self-esteem sometimes, but what is behind that need for self-validation? In this podcast, Bhante discusses the importance of self-esteem along with the roles interest and motivation play in building it.

Staying mindful in a society riddled with stimuli and distractions often feels like an impractical task. With our lives as convoluted as they are, we are easily distracted by whatever situations and thoughts enter our minds, but how can we slow this process? How can we stay in the present moment when it feels like countless things are barging into our heads at once? In this podcast, Bhante Sathi breaks down the roles curiosity and assumptions play when you open your mind’s door. He also touches on how you can recognize what is beneficial for your mind so you can trust yourself and maintain the confidence and determination to stay present in our chaotic world.