b'In this episode, Wendy speaks with Tibetan Buddhist teacher Mingyur Rinpoche about how contemplative practice can lead us to awareness, compassion, and wisdom. Their conversation covers many topics, including:\\nhis involvement in early contemplative research;\\ntranslating concepts between Buddhism and science;\\nwhat Buddhists mean by "emptiness";\\nnon-conceptual meditation, open presence and foundational awareness;\\nthe three kinds of self, and which one is like shaving foam;\\nthe problem of othering;\\nmaking friends with panic and difficult emotions;\\nthe experience of a "wandering" retreat;\\nand building trust through contemplative practice.\\nFull show notes and resources'