“Dipa Ma was the most loving person I ever met.” ~Sharon Salzberg

“A modern Buddhist saint.” ~Jack Kornfield

“Her impact on Buddhism in America has been profound.” ~Joseph Goldstein

In this episode of Bounce Back Stronger, host Donna Ferris sits down with Amita Schmidt, a renowned meditation teacher and author of Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master. Amita shares the story of Dipa Ma, who broke through the male-dominated world of Buddhism and became one of its most beloved masters. Her teachings have deeply influenced mindfulness leaders like Sharon Salzberg, Joseph Goldstein, and Jack Kornfield. Discover how Dipa Ma’s simple yet profound practice of mindfulness and love empowered countless people, especially women, to find inner strength and peace. Learn practices she inspired, including:

• Five-minute meditation miracles
• Love baths
• How to be Buddha now

To learn more about Amita’s books, events, and services, please visit amitaschmidt.com. To learn more about Dipa Ma visit dipama.com

If you enjoyed this episode, you might want to listen to Episode 11 – “Finding Your Way to Peace and Happiness” with Sharon Salzberg, or Episode 43 – “Mindful Living: Finding Balance in a Chaotic World” with Coach Aruni. Also, please consider subscribing to this podcast, leaving a review, and sharing this episode with others. Thank you.

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