Ajahn Brahmali Podcast

Ajahn Brahmali teaches us what real freedom is from the Buddha’s point of view. This kind of freedom isn’t about doing whatever one wants, but about being free from desire, attachments, and suffering…

Ajahn Brahmali describes the Buddha’s teaching on non-self, and how to use this teaching in practice. He encourages listeners to look at direct experience, not beliefs, to see how the sense of self i…

Ajahn Brahmali explores how Right View serves as the foundation for successful meditation practice and letting go in the Buddhist path. He talks about how Right View is the correct understanding of r…

In this talk, Ajahn Brahmali speaks on the theme of benefits and pitfalls of renunciation. Being more of an internal phenomenon rather than a mere external state, the Pali word for renunciation, Nekh…

Ajahn Brahmali teaches how to cultivate mettā, or loving-kindness, as a vital part of Buddhist practice. To develop mettā, we must train the mind to see others through compassion, not judgment or fea…

Ajahn Brahmali shares how insight and spiritual growth can be developed not just through formal meditation, but by learning from everyday life, a teaching inspired by Ajahn Chah’s principle: “Everyth…

Ajahn Brahmali explores the essential Buddhist theme of letting go, addressing what it truly means, why it's important, and how to practice it effectively. Letting go involves gradually loosening the…

Ajahn Brahmali explains the authentic framework of Buddhist meditation as taught by the Buddha, grounding the discussion in the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta and broader Pali Canon teachings. The Buddha emphasi…

Ajahn Brahmali discusses the powerful Buddhist metaphor of “going against the stream,” explaining what it means in practice and how it can be a guide for spiritual development.

The “stream” represent…

Ajahn Brahmali offers a heartfelt talk on generosity (dāna), explaining why it's not just a nice moral act but a powerful spiritual practice that lays the foundation for deeper progress on the Buddhi…

Ajahn Brahmali explores Right View, emphasizing its essential role as the foundation of the entire Buddhist path. Right View is the correct understanding of reality, particularly in terms of:

• Kamma (k…

Ajahn Brahmali explores the essential quality of compassion (karuṇā) in Buddhism, emphasizing how it must be balanced with wisdom to become truly transformative.

Compassion, in Buddhism, means genuin…

Ajahn Brahmali shares a light-hearted yet deeply practical talk on the six supporting factors that lead to strong and stable mindfulness. His focus is on how to nourish mindfulness through everyday h…

In this reflective talk, Ajahn Brahmali discusses the themes of death and what it reveals about life, meaning, and the spiritual path. He approaches death not with fear, but with clarity and compassi…

Ajahn Brahmali offers a talk on the nature of consciousness and how understanding it plays a vital role in spiritual growth. Delivered during the early COVID-19 lockdowns, the talk weaves in reflecti…

Ajahn Brahmali explores the contrast between material progress and spiritual progress, encouraging a reflection on what truly brings meaning and fulfillment in life.

Material progress (wealth, technol…

Ajahn Brahmali explores the theme of identity, both in everyday life and in the context of Buddhist wisdom. The talk is sparked by his own experience of recently becoming an Australian citizen, which…

Ajahn Brahmali explores the common question: “Is Buddhism a religion?” He offers thoughtful reflections on how we define Buddhism and why that definition matters for both practitioners and newcomers.

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According to the Suttas, a corrupt leader can corrupt the whole society. Ajahn Brahmali discusses the importance of voting for moral leaders and for having compassion towards politicians. Ajahn remin…

Ajahn Brahmali gives a practical talk on how to reflect wisely on the Buddha’s teachings (Dhamma), emphasizing that contemplation is an essential part of the path, alongside meditation and ethical li…