Cortland Dahl: A Meditator’s Guide to Buddhism (#209)
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In this episode, Cortland Dahl and Daniel Aitken discuss Cortland’s book A Meditator’s Guide to Buddhism. As an author and translator, Cortland has published numerous scientific articles and works on Buddhist philosophy and meditation. He is actively involved in scientific research and has published articles on the impact of meditation practices on the body, mind, and brain. They explore crucial themes such as the integration of meditation, view, and application in daily life, and explores concepts like naturalness, spontaneity, and the innate qualities of awareness, compassion, and wisdom.
You’ll also hear Cortland and Daniel discuss:
- the scientific perspective on meditation;
- various scientific approaches to mindfulness;
- the challenges related to measuring mindfulness;
- the concept of being vs. doing and how to integrate being into daily life; and
- much more!
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About the Interviewee
Cortland Dahl is Executive Director and Instructor of Tergar International. Cortland has practiced meditation for nearly three decades and is actively involved in the scientific study of meditation. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin, where he was mentored by renowned neuroscientist Dr. Richard Davidson, and an M.A. in Buddhist Studies from Naropa University. In addition, Cortland serves as a Research Scientist and the Chief Contemplative Officer at UW-Madison’s Center for Healthy Minds and the center’s affiliated non-profit, Healthy Minds Innovations.
