In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues to offer his commentary on the text “How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path” by discussing deluded doubt, which is one of the six root mental afflictions. He distinguishes between having an inquisitive mind and a healthy sense of skepticism, versus being close-minded and maintaining a false presumption of knowledge. This episode was recorded on June 11th, 2025.

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