Paul Van Gogh
In 2003 I ended up on a meditation cushion for the first time during the 'classical Buddhist meditation' course in Nijmegen. I was immediately captivated by meditation practice and also by Buddhism. Over the past 20 years I have immersed myself in the practice by attending retreats and studying with various teachers. I feel at home in the tradition of insight meditation.
I am particularly inspired by Theravada Buddhism. Through my work and studies as a Buddhist spiritual counselor (BGV), I have also immersed myself in other Buddhist movements. I am also trained as a mindfulness and compassion trainer. In my work as a BGV, I have guided meditation to various target groups such as prisoners and soldiers. I strive to offer my meditations in an accessible and recognizable way.
Paul Van Gogh works as a Buddhist spiritual counselor at Defense.
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Live Meditation scheduled for March 05, 03: Sitting with confidence
Live Meditation: Sit with confidence. Trust (saddhā) is the first of the five spiritual faculties (Pañca Indriya) that help us on our meditative path. During this session we will briefly reflect on this ability and investigate who together influences ...
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#47 The Spiritual Warrior – What has meditation brought you? – Episode 4
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#46 The Spiritual Warrior – What is a retreat? – Episode 3
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#45 The Spiritual Warrior – What is meditation? – Episode 2
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#44 The Spiritual Warrior – What is Buddhist Spiritual Care? - Episode 1
What role can a Spiritual Caregiver play in the dynamics and hectic within Defense, when it comes to reflecting ...
The Spiritual Warrior – Intro
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#17 Paul van Gogh
Paul van Gogh (1978) is a Buddhist Spiritual Caregiver at Defense. Paul worked for years in psychiatry and care for the disabled. He studied ...
