The Practitioner's Heart
The Practitioner’s Heart offers practical Buddhist wisdom to help therapists and healthcare workers stay grounded, open, and connected in their work and daily lives. Hosted by psychologist and Buddhist practitioner Poh Gan, this podcast explores how to integrate mindfulness, compassion, and awareness into real‑world clinical practice—beyond theory and into lived experience. Each episode includes gentle reflections, sharing of buddhist teachings, and conversations with fellow practitioners walking a similar spiritual path. Whether you’re seeking to calm a busy mind, deepen your inner resources, or reconnect with purpose, this is a space to feel supported, inspired, and part of a community of helpers cultivating clarity and an open heart.
The Practitioner's Heart
Gratitude & Acknowledgement
In this episode of the Practitioner's Heart Podcast, host Poh emphasises the profound role of gratitude within Buddhist practice, highlighting the importance of acknowledging the teachings and compassion received from parents and Dharma teachers. Poh shares personal reflections on the impactful teachings from Venerable Master Shen-Kai and other spiritual guides from the Buddhahood Lineage. The episode urges listeners, especially therapists and healthcare workers, to integrate wisdom and compassion into their daily practices and cultivate a community dedicated to collective awakening and growth. Poh concludes with an invitation to listeners to engage with the podcast through sharing, feedback, and participation.
00:00 Introduction to The Practitioner's Heart
02:21 Episode Theme: Gratitude and Acknowledgement
03:06 The Four Types of Grace in Mahayana Tradition
03:39 Honouring Parents and Teachers
04:43 Venerable Master Shen-Kai and His Legacy
07:23 The Path to Awakening and Future Generations
08:41 Personal Journey and Inspirations
11:19 Mahayana Teachings and Daily Practice
14:37 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
17:03 Final Words and Call to Action