Sensei Koshin Paley Ellison is a Zen teacher and co-founder with his partner, Sensei Chodo Robert Campbell, of the New York Zen Center of Contemplative Care. He’s also an author, a Jungian psychotherapist, and a Certified Chaplaincy Educator. 

In this episode, Koshin Paley and Eric discuss his newest book, Wholehearted: Slow Down, Help Out, Wake Up, and how we can live in such a way that we integrate all of the parts of ourselves into a loving, wholehearted being.

As we approach a new year, there’s no doubt that 2021 will have its challenges, but there is so much you can do to make it a wonderful year for you on a personal level. 

If you’d like to start out this new year restoring some balance and putting some healthy habits in place, or if you’re tired of waiting for the right circumstances to make progress towards your goals, Eric, as a behavior coach, can help you. 

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In This Interview, Koshin Paley and I discuss Becoming Wholehearted and…
His book, Wholehearted: Slow Down, Help Out, Wake Up
The comment from a stranger that helped shape his path
The problem with being a “lone wolf”
How to work with your preferences in a skillful way
The importance of being open to learning from whatever is happening
Learning to see your friends and enemies as equals
The bridge of compassion
His practice to cultivate unconditional love
Wholehearted as integrating oneself and one’s life
Life as a journey of endlessly unfolding
“Good enough” community and sangha
Learning to be at one with our own pain because it is the place of freedom

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If you enjoyed this conversation with Koshin Paley Ellison on Becoming Wholehearted, you might also enjoy these other episodes:

Koshin Paley Ellison (Jan, 2017)

Being Heart Minded with Sarah Blondin

Sensei Koshin Paley Ellison is a Zen teacher and co-founder with his partner, Sensei Chodo Robert Campbell, of the New York Zen Center of Contemplative Care. He’s also an author, a Jungian psychotherapist, and a Certified Chaplaincy Educator.&nbsp;In this episode, Koshin Paley and Eric discuss his newest book,&nbsp;<a href="https://bookshop.org/a/16850/9781614295259" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wholehearted: Slow Down, Help Out, Wake Up</a>, and how we can live in such a way that we integrate all of the parts of ourselves into a loving, wholehearted being.As we approach a new year, there’s no doubt that 2021 will have its challenges, but there is so much you can do to make it a wonderful year for you on a personal&nbsp;level.&nbsp;If you’d like to start out this new year restoring some balance and putting some healthy habits in place, or if you’re tired of waiting for the right circumstances to make progress towards&nbsp;your goals, Eric, as a behavior coach, can help you.&nbsp;To book a free, no-pressure 30-minute call with Eric to see if working with him in The One You Feed Personal Transformation Program is right for you,<a href="http://www.ericzimmer.coach/application" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;click here</a>.But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed.&nbsp;<a href="https://oneyoufeed.net/support" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month.&nbsp;</a>It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Koshin Paley and I discuss Becoming Wholehearted and…<ul><li>His book,&nbsp;<a href="https://bookshop.org/a/16850/9781614295259" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wholehearted: Slow Down, Help Out, Wake Up</a></li><li>The comment from a stranger that helped shape his path</li><li>The problem with being a “lone wolf”</li><li>How to work with your preferences in a skillful way</li><li>The importance of being open to learning from whatever is happening</li><li>Learning to see your friends and enemies as equals</li><li>The bridge of compassion</li><li>His practice to cultivate unconditional love</li><li>Wholehearted as integrating oneself and one’s life</li><li>Life as a journey of endlessly unfolding</li><li>“Good enough” community and sangha</li><li>Learning to be at one with our own pain because it is the place of freedom</li></ul>Koshin Paley Ellison Links:<a href="https://zencare.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">zencare.org</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/newyorkzencenter/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/nyzencenter/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a><a href="https://twitter.com/NYZCCC" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a>Best&nbsp;Fiends:&nbsp;Engage your brain and play a game of puzzles with&nbsp;Best&nbsp;Fiends. Download for free on the Apple App Store or Google Play.Calm&nbsp;App: The&nbsp;app&nbsp;designed to help you ease stress and get the best sleep of your life through meditations and sleep stories. Join the 85 million people around the world who use&nbsp;Calm&nbsp;to get better sleep.&nbsp;Get 40% off a&nbsp;Calm&nbsp;Premium Subscription (a limited time offer!)&nbsp;by going to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.calm.com/wolf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.calm.com/wolf</a>If you enjoyed this conversation with Koshin Paley Ellison on Becoming Wholehearted, you might also enjoy these other episodes:<a href="https://www.oneyoufeed.net/koshin-paley-ellison/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Koshin Paley Ellison (Jan, 2017)</a><a href="https://www.oneyoufeed.net/heart-minded/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Being Heart Minded with Sarah Blondin</a>

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. "The One You Feed" is a valuable resource, offering inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. "The One You Feed" is a valuable resource, offering inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

The One You Feed

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Koshin Paley Ellison on Becoming Wholehearted

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