Podcast: Meditation with Tara Brach

Five stars. (★★★★★)

If you think you can't meditate because you can't clear your mind, let me share what I have learned: Nobody can clear their mind. I mean, maybe masters can achieve and sustain that state, but it's not realistic or necessary for most of us. For most of us, the experience is a constant zig-zag of distraction and re-focusing. Once you get that, you can start meditating without the pressure or skepticism.

I've found Tara Brach's podcast to be an accessible entry point. The feed mixes guided meditation with lectures and guest interviews; most episodes seem to be recordings from her classes. Not all of them resonate with me, but there are enough to pick a few favorites for repeat practice. I'll keep track of mine here:

• Opening to the Sea of Presence (20 min)

• Calling on Your Future Self (15 min)