Practicing Human
Practicing Human is a daily podcast, hosted by Cory Muscara, offering insights and practices into how to live a fulfilling life. Cory pulls on his time living as a Buddhist monk in Burma, his many years as a mindfulness and meditation teacher, and his work in Positive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania.
- Update frequency
- every 2 days
- Average duration
- 9 minutes
- Episodes
- 780
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2024
My Nuanced Thoughts On Positive Thinking
In this episode, I share different perspectives on the value of creating a positive storyline for your life.
As always, if you'd like to get free access to my resource library, including guided medita…
The Power of Silence
In this episode, we discuss why silence can be both terrifying and transformative.
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The Wisdom of Stress
In this episode, we discuss the often-overlooked wisdom of the experience of stress.
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The Conditions for Deep Rest
In this episode, we discuss the heart of cultivating deep rest, relaxation, and the unwinding of bodily tension.
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Asking For Help
"You have been the strong one for so long. Now is the time to recognize you are allowed to ask for help. Even for the things you feel like you should be able to handle yourself." -Morgan Harper Nicho…
5-Part Meditation Practice
In this episode, I share my 5-part G.R.A.I.N practice that you can use as a form of meditation.
Also, if you'd like to attend the upcoming online retreat, you can learn more here: https://corymuscara.…
Reframing Discomfort
In this episode, we discuss a passage from Pema Chodron's book, When Things Fall Apart, discussing a new way to view moments of discomfort.
The Power of Single Moments
It only takes a reminder to breathe,
a moment to be still, and just like that,
something in me settles, softens,
makes space for imperfection.
The harsh voice of judgment drops to a whisper
and I remembe…
Maybe You Just Need a Break
Before diagnosing yourself with anxiety or depression, check to see if you just need a break from the intensity of your life. When we're overwhelmed for prolonged periods of time, we can get stuck in…
Letting Things Settle
In this episode, we discuss how to facilitate the settling of your mind's mental activity so that you can get in touch with a more grounded, intuitive place within you.
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The 1,000 Year View
In this episode, we discuss the power of taking a long-term perspective in your thoughts, actions, and deeds.
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The Wreckage of Life
In this episode, we discuss why the pain of life is not beautiful, but something else is.
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A Simple Sleep Practice
In this episode, we discuss a simple practice you can utilize to calm your mind and body as you transition into deep sleep.
A Better Way to Talk to Yourself
In this episode, I share a simple mindset hack to create a much more effective form of positive self-talk.
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Getting Back Into Alignment
In this episode, we discuss why sometimes you need to get out of alignment with the rest of the world in order to get back into alignment with yourself.
Why You May Not Be Able to Focus
In today's episode, we discuss some of the less-discussed reasons why you may not be able to focus.
4 Steps to Being Patient
In this episode, I share four tips for becoming more patient.
A Phrase to Free Your Mind
In this episode, I share a simple practice I use in my meditation practice to not get overwhelmed by the various experiences that arise.
Perfectly Imperfect
"I have had it with perfection.
I have packed my bags,
I am out of here.
Gone.
As certain as rain
will make you wet,
perfection will do you in.
It droppeth not as dew
upon the summer grass
to give liberty a…
How to Make Your Voice More Powerful
In this episode, we explore the relationship between the power of your voice and the silence that you keep.
As always, if you'd like to get free access to my resource library, including guided meditat…