Dharma from Deer Park Monastery, a meditation practice center in the tradition of the Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. At Deer Park, the resident monks, nuns and lay sangha practice engaged Buddhism and mindfulness in everyday life for the nourishment and development of our spiritual and mental health. Each week, we post a selection of activities of the Deer Park Sangha so that others may share in the realization of awareness and freedom. Deer Park is located in the mountains near Escondido, California and hosts regular Days of Mindfulness open to the public on Sundays beginning at 8:30 a.m. To learn more, visit www.deerparkmonastery.org
Deer Park Dharmacast
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Dharma from Deer Park Monastery, a meditation practice center in the tradition of the Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. At Deer Park, the resident monks, nuns and lay sangha practice engaged Buddhism and mindfulness in everyday life for the nourishment and development of our spiritual and mental health. Each week, we post a selection of activities of the Deer Park Sangha so that others may share in the realization of awareness and freedom. Deer Park is located in the mountains near Escondido, California and hosts regular Days of Mindfulness open to the public on Sundays beginning at 8:30 a.m. To learn more, visit www.deerparkmonastery.org
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Recent Episodes
August 29, 2025
466: Riding the Waves of Life: Finding a Soulmate Within
<p>In this Dharma talk, Sister Đặng Nghiêm shares heartfelt insights on suffering, healing, and learning to be our own soulmate. Speaking at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, on July 20, 2025, she reflects on childhood memories, the Four Noble Truths, and the art of “riding the waves of life” with mindfulness and compassion.</p>
January 7, 2025
465: Sister Chua Xua: Enjoy Your Free Life
<p><strong>Sister Chua Xua</strong> was a social worker and left a long-term relationship to become ordained as a nun at Bát Nhã, a Plum Village monastery that closed due to harassment from the Vietnamese government.</p> <p>"I also have a dream. I have a wish that I can support the young Western people to take the monastic life. The life that when you open your eyes, you see the moon and the star over your window. You feel very free. You light the candle with the hot cup of tea, the warm one, and you enjoy tea in the early morning. You look through the windows, you enjoy the moon and the star, and you enjoy your free life."</p> <p>1:53 Visiting the Monastery, Social Work<br /> 6:27 Relationship Before Ordination<br /> 9:33 Wake Up Sangha<br /> 11:21 Working for a Company, Decision to Become a Nun<br /> 18:35 Bat Nha Monastery<br /> 28:02 Father's Illness and Death<br /> 31:42 Living at Different Practice Centers<br /> 33:21 Bringing Buddhism to the West<br /> 37:16 Difficulties in Monastic Life</p> <p>You can support this podcast by leaving a comment or review in your podcast application and by sharing it with friends. Financial support can be offered through the <a href= "https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org">Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation</a>.</p> <p>In this episode of Meet the Monastics from Deer Park Monastery, Brother Minh An introduces Sister Chua Xua, a nun from Vietnam who shares her transformative journey into monastic life. Born in 1981 and ordained in 2010 at the age of 29, Sister Chua Xua brings energy and a deep heart of service to her spiritual practice. Her path began with a background in sociology and social work, where she faced burnout from emotional exhaustion while supporting marginalized communities. A retreat at Bat Nha Monastery in Vietnam introduced her to mindfulness practices and a vibrant community of young practitioners, inspiring her to reimagine her life. Despite initially not considering monastic life, the deep joy and transformation she witnessed at the monastery eventually led her to ordain.</p> <p>Sister Chua Xua reflects on her personal challenges, including leaving a long-term romantic relationship and navigating the emotional aftermath with the support of the mindfulness practice and the Wake Up Sangha. She describes the tumultuous closure of Bat Nha Monastery due to political pressures, a pivotal moment that solidified her commitment to the monastic path. Through her practice, Sister Chua Xua has embraced a life of simplicity, freedom, and service, drawing strength from the Plum Village community’s teachings. She now aspires to share the beauty of monastic life with young people, emphasizing the peace, clarity, and joy it offers.</p> <p>Her story highlights the transformative power of mindfulness, community, and self-discovery. Sister Chua Xua’s experiences underline how monastic practice fosters inner freedom and equips practitioners to live harmoniously with others. Her journey from social work to spiritual dedication offers profound insights into resilience and the pursuit of a meaningful, connected life.</p>
December 17, 2024
464: Brother Phap Hoi: Lucky for Me
<p><strong>Brother Phap Hoi</strong> is a Vietnamese refugee and the most senior Brother at Deer Park Monastery.</p> <p>"Because the Sangha embrace all of the people, even you are high level or low level of good background or not. You all have the chance in the Sangha if you go in the right direction of practice."</p> <p>3:16 Meeting Thay<br /> 8:20 Arriving at Plum Village<br /> 11:30 Visa Trouble, First Stint at Deer Park<br /> 17:12 Bat Nha Monastery<br /> 26:25 Plum Village Thailand<br /> 32:00 Gratitude for Thay and the Path</p> <p>You can support this podcast by leaving a comment or review in your podcast application and by sharing it with friends. Financial support can be offered through the <a href= "http://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/"><strong>Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation</strong></a>.</p> <p>In this episode of Meet the Monastics, Brother Minh An speaks with Brother Phap Hoi, the eldest brother at Deer Park Monastery, about his extraordinary journey into monastic life. Born in 1970 into a humble family in Hanoi, Brother Phap Hoi’s path led him across multiple countries, including Czechoslovakia, Germany, and eventually France, where he was ordained at Plum Village in 1996. His life was marked by significant challenges, including fleeing as a refugee, navigating borders without proper paperwork, and enduring hardships during his search for a spiritual home. Inspired by Thay’s teachings, particularly The Miracle of Mindfulness, Brother Phap Hoi found his deep calling to monastic life after attending a Day of Mindfulness in Germany.</p> <p>Brother Phap Hoi shares how his practice flourished despite difficulties, from supporting the establishment of Deer Park Monastery in the U.S. to helping build Plum Village centers in Thailand and Vietnam, including the historic Bát Nhã Monastery. His reflections emphasize the resilience and strength of the monastic Sangha, particularly during times of persecution and hardship. Brother Phap Hoi expresses profound gratitude for Thay’s inclusive and compassionate vision, which provided him with the opportunity to grow and serve, no matter his background or limitations. For Brother Phap Hoi, the Sangha is a true family, offering a path of transformation and love, which he continues to follow wholeheartedly.</p> <p><a href="https://meetthemonastics.org">Meet the Monastics</a></p>
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