Jonah shares his nine-year journey with ethical non-monogamy, revealing how it's deepened his understanding of himself and transformed his approach to relationships. He explores his "Three Pillars" framework—communication, trust, and respect—that forms the foundation for healthy connections both in his primary partnership and beyond. In this episode we discuss how: • Ethical non-monogamy began as a three-month experiment with a long-term partner after realizing he hadn't fully explored his s...
9 Apr 2025
Pillars of Practice: Discipline Meets Compassion (mini episode)
In this episode I explore the tension between discipline and compassion in practices that create meaning and purpose in our lives. Finding balance between these seemingly opposing forces creates the conditions for sustainable growth while maintaining self-kindness. • Discipline isn't about rigidity but rather making a decision and sticking to it—like a disciple following a teaching with devotion • True discipline includes intentional rest as part of the practice • Compassion isn't laziness o...
29 Mar 2025
The Practice of…Embracing Neurodivergence (with Daniela De Armas)
Daniela de Armas shares her journey as a Lucumi priestess, musician, and neurodivergent person diagnosed with ADHD at age 59. Her experiences reveal how finding authentic community and honouring our own natural rhythms creates purpose and stability in a challenging world. In this episode we discuss how: • The Lukumi tradition provides a lens through which Daniela views life, focusing on living well in the present • Music has been integral to her identity since childhood, leading to the creati...
19 Mar 2025
The Pillars of Practice - Community (mini episode)
Community forms an essential pillar in developing meaningful practices and personal growth. When we practice within groups rather than in isolation, we experience a tangible difference that enhances commitment and progress. In this episode I discuss how: • Group meditation creates a qualitatively different experience compared to solo practice • Buddhism emphasizes community through the concept of Sangha—one of the Three Jewels • Four benefits of community practice: friendship, solidarity, in...
12 Mar 2025
The Pillars of Practice - Motivation (mini-episode)
Motivation forms one of the essential pillars of practice, supporting our commitment through challenges while revealing the crucial balance between internal and external drivers. In this mini-episode, I discuss how: • Intrinsic motivation comes from within (joy in the process, self-improvement, personal satisfaction) • Extrinsic motivation comes from external sources (recognition, money, validation from others) • My running journey evolved from park runs to marathons, challenging my belief I...
7 Mar 2025
The Practice of…Yoga (with Sam)
Ashtanga yoga practitioner and teacher Sam shares his decade-long journey through yoga and how this rigorous daily practice has shaped his sense of purpose and identity. He explores the tension between tradition and adaptation, personal growth through injury, and the importance of community in spiritual practice. In this episode we discuss: • His two-hour daily practice at 6am involving memorised asana sequences developed over ten years • Practice deepening from purely physical to include sp...
2 Mar 2025
The Five Hindrances (Bonus episode)
Discover the Five Hindrances that hold us back in our pursuit of meaningful practice and purpose. We discuss their origins in Buddhism and how they relate to everyday challenges. • Exploring sense desire as a major distraction • Understanding aversion and self-compassion in practice • Tackling sloth, torpor, and rekindling motivation • Grounding ourselves amidst restlessness and worry • Combatting self-doubt and fostering trust in self If you’d like...
25 Feb 2025
The Practice of…Practice
Welcome to Praxis! In this very first episode, I share why I’m launching this podcast and what you can expect in the episodes to come. I’ve always been fascinated by the practices people commit to—whether physical, mental, or spiritual—that help them find purpose and transformation in their lives. To frame our conversations, I introduce The Hero’s Journey—a timeless storytelling structure that reflects the challenges, growth, and breakthroughs we all experience. I’ll be using this as a lens t...
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