Wednesday Wake-Up with Gregory Maloof

In this week's episode we begin a series exploring the similarities and differences between the ancient Buddhist practice of Insight Meditation and the modern version of  Mindfulness Meditation.  In particular we explore an overview of the many biases we bring to meditation practice that hinder our understanding of insight practice and prevent us from gaining the most important fruits of the meditative experience. 
 
ABOUT HOST GREGORY MALOOF
Gregory Maloof is a western Dharma teacher from the Ruth Denison lineage.
If you have been receiving benefit and want to support Gregory Maloof as a teacher directly, please donate HERE
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Intro and Outro Music by Lenny Dinardo, Wave Em' In.

This week we conclude our 3-part series focused on using the stress, fear and trauma of the past year as an opportunity for healing and awakening. In this episode we unpack the nature of stress and discontent and consider how generosity, precepts and skillful effort can allow us to bring our best selves to the most challenging times in our lives. 
ABOUT HOST GREGORY MALOOF
Gregory Maloof is a western Dharma teacher from the Ruth Denison lineage.
If you have been receiving benefit and want to support Gregory Maloof as a teacher directly, please donate HERE
Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorymaloofdharma
To learn about retreats, news, and classes first, CLICK HERE to keep in touch and get on the Wednesday Wake-Up mailing list.  
Join Wednesday Wake-Up Recording Live!  Register HERE
Intro and Outro Music by Lenny Dinardo, Wave Em' In.

Gregory talks skillful speech with NVC facilitator and fellow Dharma teacher Doyle Banks.
About Doyle:
Doyle Banks is an authorized Dharma teacher in the lineage of Ruth Denison and the vipassana (Insight Meditation) tradition of Buddhist meditation. He is also a mindfulness-based personal transformation trainer and coach. Doyle regularly offers live online and in-person classes on Compassionate Communication. He has recently released a self-paced, online course in which he teaches the Empathy Advantage, a framework for personal and relationship transformation, based on mindfulness and interpersonal communication skills.
You can find him online at:
Web: doylebanks.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/askdoylebanks/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/askdoylebanks/
Email: doyle@doylebanks.com
 
ABOUT HOST GREGORY MALOOF
Gregory Maloof is a western Dharma teacher from the Ruth Denison lineage.
If you have been receiving benefit and want to support Gregory Maloof as a teacher directly, please donate HERE
Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorymaloofdharma
To learn about retreats, news, and classes first, CLICK HERE to keep in touch and get on the Wednesday Wake-Up mailing list.  
Join Wednesday Wake-Up Recording Live!  Register HERE
Intro and Outro Music by Lenny Dinardo, Wave Em' In.

A special guided meditation for your morning sits.  Recorded on retreat with Gregory.
Gregory Maloof is a western Dharma teacher from the Ruth Denison lineage.
If you have been receiving benefit and want to support Gregory Maloof as a teacher directly, please donate HERE
Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorymaloofdharma
To learn about retreats, news, and classes first, CLICK HERE to keep in touch and get on the Wednesday Wake-Up mailing list.  
Join Wednesday Wake-Up Recording Live!  Register HERE

In this episode we look at the political, environmental, and societal upheaval that took place in the United States and around the world in relationship to the Buddha’s invitation to use the stress in our lives as a gateway to freedom. In this talk we clarify what the Buddha really meant by the ‘acceptance’ of suffering and how the universality of the fickleness and unpredictable nature of our world must first be honored before it can be used as a vehicle for transcendence.   
Gregory Maloof is a western Dharma teacher from the Ruth Denison lineage.
If you have been receiving benefit and want to support Gregory Maloof as a teacher directly, please donate HERE
Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorymaloofdharma
To learn about retreats, news, and classes first, CLICK HERE to keep in touch and get on the Wednesday Wake-Up mailing list.  
Join Wednesday Wake-Up Recording Live!  Register HERE
Intro and Outro Music by Lenny Dinardo, Wave Em' In.

In this week's episode we explore the various ways the heart and mind can hide and flee from facing the stress and struggles of human existence. We talk about how adept the mind is at protecting itself using the habits of suppression, denial, and repression. Conversely, we discuss how Buddhist psycho-spiritual practices are designed to give us the tools and mindset for overcoming our deepest wounds and greatest fears. 
 
Gregory Maloof is a western Dharma teacher from the Ruth Denison lineage.
If you have been receiving benefit and want to support Gregory Maloof as a teacher directly, please donate HERE
Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorymaloofdharma
To learn about retreats, news, and classes first, CLICK HERE to keep in touch and get on the Wednesday Wake-Up mailing list.  
Join Wednesday Wake-Up Recording Live!  Register HERE
Intro and Outro Music by Lenny Dinardo, Wave Em' In.

This week we concluded our 3-part journey exploring the history, psychology and practical application of the ancient practice of taking refuge in the triple gem. In this episode we explore the need for skilled mentors and supportive community on the path and the importance of establishing balance in our practice. We also discussed some of the shadow elements in spiritual community and the risk of our practice stagnating as a result of getting lost on the path. 
Gregory Maloof is a western Dharma teacher from the Ruth Denison lineage.
He follows the traditional Buddhist practice of not charging for teachings.  If you have been receiving benefit and want to support Gregory Maloof as a teacher directly, please donate Dana HERE
Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorymaloofdharma
To learn about retreats, news, and classes first, CLICK HERE to keep in touch and get on the Wednesday Wake-Up mailing list.  
Join Wednesday Wake-Up Recording Live!  Register HERE
Intro and Outro Music by Lenny Dinardo, Wave Em' In.

This week we explore the traditional instructions related to taking refuge while clarifying some common misunderstandings. We also discussed how taking refuge in Dhamma can lessen doubt, and the historical importance of having awakened beings in 'Ideal' Sangha. 
Gregory Maloof is a western Dharma teacher from the Ruth Denison lineage.
He follows the traditional Buddhist practice of not charging for teachings.  If you have been receiving benefit and want to support Gregory Maloof as a teacher directly, please donate Dana HERE
Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorymaloofdharma
To learn about retreats, news, and classes first, CLICK HERE to keep in touch and get on the Wednesday Wake-Up mailing list.  
Join Wednesday Wake-Up Recording Live!  Register HERE
Intro and Outro Music by Lenny Dinardo, Wave Em' In.

In this week’s episode we explore both the history and practical aspects of the ancient ritual of taking refuge in Buddha, Dharma and Sangha. We discuss how this ritual evolved out of pre-Buddhist culture and then supported meditators for several thousand years. We also consider how this practice shows up in present day American Buddhism and continues to offer us encouragement, protection and sustenance on our path towards awakening. 
Gregory Maloof is a western Dharma teacher from the Ruth Denison lineage.
He follows the traditional Buddhist practice of not charging for teachings.  If you have been receiving benefit and want to support Gregory Maloof as a teacher directly, please donate Dana HERE
Join Gregory for The Triple Gem Mindset - January 30th, 2021 9 am - 3 pm PST .  This is a brand new online meditation retreat and the first in a year long series.  Come to the brand new Wednesday Wake-Up podcast website and register today!
Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorymaloofdharma
To learn about retreats, news, and classes first, CLICK HERE to keep in touch and get on the Wednesday Wake-Up mailing list.  
Join Wednesday Wake-Up Recording Live!  Register HERE
Intro and Outro Music by Lenny Dinardo, Wave Em' In.

This was a unique week for our podcast as our live meeting occurred on the day the United States Capitol was besieged during the voting confirmation for our president-elect. Several people were killed and representatives had to be evacuated. We spent the evening sharing our present moment experience and talked about how we can reduce struggle and stress by transforming the way we relate to it through anticipation and adaptation. This talk deals with Buddhist themes related to the 2nd Arrow Parable, the First Noble Truth. 
Gregory Maloof is a western Dharma teacher from the Ruth Denison lineage.
He follows the traditional Buddhist practice of not charging for teachings.  If you have been receiving benefit and want to support Gregory Maloof as a teacher directly, please donate Dana HERE
Join Gregory for his 2021 Retreat Series, Foundations of the Spiritual Journey.  January 30th, 2021 9 am - 3 pm PST there will be an amazing online meditation retreat (first in the series!).  Come to the brand new Wednesday Wake-Up podcast website and register today!
To learn about retreats, news, and classes first, CLICK HERE to keep in touch and get on the Wednesday Wake-Up mailing list.  
Join Wednesday Wake-Up Recording Live!  Register HERE
Intro and Outro Music by Lenny Dinardo, Wave Em' In.