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Buddhism Beyond Belief with Susan PiverAuthor: Susan Piver
Buddhism Beyond Belief is a podcast from Susan Piver, a 30 year student of Tibetan Buddhism and founder of the Open Heart Project, an online meditation community with close to 20000 members.With Susan as a friend and guide, we will look at traditional teachings like the four noble truths and the six paramitasbut not from an academic standpoint. Rather, we will talk about how to make it all personal and relevant in everyday life. This podcast is not about Buddhist doctrine. Its about how anyone can bring the profound wisdom of the dharma into their real life: at home, at work, and in love. The foundation for it all is meditation as a spiritual practice, not the latest life hack. Lets go beyond the science and celebrity testimonials to discover the true power of meditation which is not based in self-improvement but in self-discovery. Language: en Genres: Buddhism, Religion & Spirituality, Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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The Noble Eightfold Path: Step Five: Right Livelihood
Episode 46
Friday, 6 March, 2026
Send a textIn this episode, I explore Right Livelihood, the fifth step on the Noble Eightfold Path. We began with Right View and Right Intention, then moved into speech and action. Now we turn to how we earn a living. It may sound ordinary, but the way we work, relate, and exchange value in the world can either bind us more tightly or support liberation. I share three lenses from the Buddhist tradition to investigate what Right Livelihood might mean for us now.HighlightsWhy your job belongs on a path aimed at awakeningThe foundational teaching: avoid professions that cause harmWork as relational practice, the workplace as a practice communityRight Livelihood as Bodhisattva activity in daily lifeProtection, money, and the spiritual function of financial stabilityWhen Buddhism meets consumer culture How business and interdependence might inform one anotherMusic After PartyIn our after-party, I share “Le Bien, Le Mal” from Jazzmatazz, Vol. 1 by Guru, featuring MC Solaar.Their collaboration feels like a true exchange. Two artists building something together, each sharpening the other. You can hear the mutual respect. You can also listen here.Watch this episode on videoIf you’d like to watch the podcast, the video version is coming soon.Thoughts?You can send your questions or reflections via Instagram DM or through our form — I’d love to include them in future episodes.Fearless Creativity: A Meditation and Writing Retreat Join me at Drala Mountain Center in the Colorado Rockies for Fearless Creativity, a meditation and writing retreat offering dedicated time for creative work alongside guided meditation and conversation. Writers of all genres and levels are welcome, with no prior meditation experience required. Learn more and register here.If you enjoyed this episode: Please rate, review, and share it with a friend who’s curious about mindfulness, spiritual commitment, or the Buddhist path. For more on Buddhist teachings and how our humanity isn’t necessarily in our way, sign up for my free weekly newsletter or join the Open Heart Project sangha for more connection with community and with me. If this podcast has been meaningful to you, it would be great if you would subscribe, give it a five star rating and share it with a friend. To join or learn more about The Open Heart Project please visit openheartproject.com. Thoughts? Email us at info@susanpiver.com Produced by Citizens of Sound Music by: Derek O'Brien©Open Heart Project
