Chung Huong Institute Podcast

About Chung Huong Institute Podcast

Chung Huong Institute (CHI) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit foundation with a mission to forge a transformative bridge between the ancient wisdom of Buddhism and the empirical insights of psychology and neuroscience. CHI is dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through mindful education and compassionate practices, informed by scientific understanding. CHI's inclusive approach invites a global dialogue, fostering personal growth and a deeper collective consciousness.

Publisher

Chung Huong Institute ®

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

13 Dec 2024

Latest episode

19 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

44 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   19 Sept 2026

   Radical Leadership is Different Than You Think | Dr. Trevor Buser | Chung Huong Institute

   Most leadership advice stops at being “nice,” collaborative, and transparent. Or, don't be nice. What if the real difference is something far more radical?Dr. Trevor Buser argues that contemplative leadership is not simply a tactic for better retention or productivity. It is a practice of non-attachment, conscious awareness, and right action that changes how you show up in conflict, pressure, and power.Trevor explains why many descriptions of contemplative leadership miss the point, and why true contemplative leadership begins with identity: who you think you are, what you cling to, and whether you can lead without an agenda.He explores why non-attachment is not passivity, how presence creates both compassion and courage, and why effective leaders are often those who can slow down, see clearly, and refuse to be ruled by fear or control.In this episode, you’ll discover:1. Why wise leadership and contemplative leadership are not the same2. How non-attachment differs from detachment, avoidance, or passivity3. What conscious awareness has to do with leadership under stress4. How contemplative leaders handle conflict without micromanaging5. Why fake emergencies, burnout, and controlling behavior damage teams6. How to set clear boundaries while still leading with empathy7. What real transparency looks like during an organizational crisis8. How leadership choices shape trust, morale, and team loyaltyTrevor also shares workplace case studies showing how different leadership choices affect trust, morale, and whether people want to follow you when circumstances become difficult.If you lead people, support a team, manage conflict, or want to understand how inner awareness changes outer action, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what leadership is for.This episode is essential listening for managers, executives, coaches, counselors, educators, and anyone who wants to lead with more clarity, courage, and humanity.Topics covered: contemplative leadership, mindful leadership, conscious leadership, non-attachment, emotional intelligence, leadership under pressure, workplace stress, leadership boundaries, empathy in leadership, crisis leadership, trust in the workplace, and organizational culture.

2. 

   7 Aug 2026

   Exceptional Psychological Experiences | Dr. David S.B Mitchell | Chung Huong Institute

   The advice you’ve heard about psychology may be too small for the questions many people are living. Dr. David S. B. Mitchell makes the case for a different kind of science - one that can hold Sasquatch, hauntings, alien encounters, meditation, Black psychology, and consciousness beyond death without shutting curiosity down. We open the conversation by highlighting Dr. Mitchell’s rare interdisciplinary path, and Mitchell explains how his work in transpersonal psychology, hominoid studies, and contemplative practice all point to the same thing: some realities may be far stranger, and far more human, than mainstream psychology admits. You’ll discover: - a piece of what transpersonal psychology actually studies, and why it tries to bring the spirit of exceptional human experience back into the conversation - how Black psychology grew as a response to invisibility in the academy, and why its communal, Afrocentric vision matters nowwhy “epistemic humility” and a beginner’s mind may be the keys to studying anomalous experiences without dismissal - how eyewitness reports, folklore, and anomalous lived experiences can become legitimate data when handled with rigor- why meditation does not have to start as a 45-minute silence session, and how just five minutes a day can be a doorway toward knowing yourself Dr. Mitchell also breaks down the tension between orthodox and heterodox scholarship, the risks academics face when they study fringe topics, and why collaboration across institutions, communities, and disciplines matters more than ego. He makes a compelling argument that the real work is not just proving what happened, but helping experiencers integrate what happened without shame, fear, or isolation. If you’ve ever wondered why some of the most important essential questions are pushed to the margins, this episode will challenge that assumption. It is especially essential for psychologists, researchers, contemplative practitioners, students, and anyone drawn to the mystery hiding inside ordinary life experience. Dr. David S. B. Mitchell is a scholar of developmental psychology and transpersonal psychology whose work spans meditation, Black psychology, and anomalous experiences. He is known for engaging stigmatized subjects with rigor, respect, and a strong commitment to human flourishing.

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   24 Jul 2026

   Overcome Adversity & Calm Your Mind | Ven. Thubten Chodron | Chung Huong Institute & Sravasti Abbey

   We all encounter challenges and hardships that test our resolve and beliefs. For Venerable Thubten Chodron, a prominent Buddhist nun in the Tibetan tradition, these challenges have been opportunities for growth and transformation. In this video, we’ll explore how Venerable Chodron navigates the complexities of life, the importance of trusting in the Dharma, and practical insights on transforming our minds in the face of adversity. As you listen, you will learn that you can cultivate resilience and clarity in your life. Whether you're facing personal obstacles or seeking a deeper understanding of Buddhist teachings, these lessons can guide you into a deeper practice on your path.0:06 Facing Adversity Within3:19 Refuge in Hardship6:06 Transforming the Mind8:36 Adversity as the Path14:02 Understanding Karma19:32 Dharma and Past Karma22:44 Seven-Point Mind Training23:09 Disciple of the Dalai Lama27:25 His Holiness’s Qualities31:14 True Harmony33:37 Future of Bhikshunis39:13 Learning Through Service47:22 Working with Anger51:59 Sam Taught FortitudeVenerable Thubten Chodron is an author, teacher, and the founder and abbess of Sravasti Abbey, a pioneering Tibetan Buddhist training monastery for Western nuns and monks in the US. She graduated from UCLA and did graduate work in education at USC. Ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist nun in 1977, she has studied extensively with His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Tsenzhap Serkong Rinpoche, and other Tibetan lamas. She received full ordination as a bhikshuni in 1986. Venerable Chodron teaches worldwide and is known for her warm, practical, and humorous explanations of how to apply Buddhist teachings in daily life. She is also involved in prison outreach and interfaith dialogue. She has published many books on Buddhist philosophy and meditation and assisted His Holiness the Dalai Lama in the writing and publication of The Library of Wisdom and Compassion, a ten-volume series of teachings on the Buddhist path. Visit thubtenchodron.org for a media library of her teachings, and sravastiabbey.org to learn more about Sravasti Abbey.Help us keep bringing new guests to the show IN-PERSON and create an opportunity for yourself to be a founding supporter of a rare Buddhist-nun-led educational space that provides even the most impoverished a place where they can come home to themselves:https://chunghuonginst...Feeling ready to embody your own happiness beyond a dopamine hit? Join our newsletter to recieve a weekly happiness forecast, free classes, and insightful practices for releasing pain: https://mailchi.mp/chu...Take a program and visit Sravasti Abbey in Washington state and Chung Huong Institute in Colorado!

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