Dharmatalk: Case 98, Book of Equanimity: Tozan’s “Intimate with It” (Part 1 of 2)
Mindfulness
“… the single, infinite, empty fact that is always, powerfully, right here, now …” I am always most intimate with it. ~Tôzan Description: This talk begins by addressing the difference
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Mindfulness: You are Not Alone, Jack Kornfield
In a recent article titled You Are Not Alone, Jack Kornfield reminds us that we are intricately connected to all things through the air we breathe, the food we eat
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Mindful Living: Open Mind and Heart Space
Mindfulness teaching instructs us to observe our thoughts and feelings without judgment. Why? Mind and body are the accumulation of all we have done and experienced in our lifetime. We
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Mindfulness: Social Emotional Learning and the Case for Mindfulness in Schools
The Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL) is a national standard-bearer in the field of social emotional learning or SEL. According to Tim Shriver, co-founder and board chair,
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Mindful Living: Gratitude
Gratitude is a valuable process in a mindful lifestyle. Being grateful helps us break the chain of negative thinking that often plagues us and helps us cultivate loving compassion. If
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Joy in the Ordinary
Sadly we are being waited on By eyes much wiser and knowing Than yours or mine Just to see what we will do In our circle of time ~ Navajo
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Dharmatalk: Awakening (Part 2 of 3)
“… There is no mind to be trained …” Description: This is the second part of a discussion on enlightenment. It begins where the first part left off—the mindfulness
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Dharmatalk: Awakening (Part 1 of 3)
“… All the depth that is in us needs time …” Description: This talk begins with some beautiful reflections on a recent talk by Stephen Jenkinson, author and storyteller. It
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Mindfulness: A Unique Piece of the Puzzle
Mindfulness is not meant to make us into unthinking conformists or narcissists concerned only for our own well-being and personal transformation. The point is not be free from fear, doubt,
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The Meaning of Life
Excellence Reporter: Henry, what is the meaning of life? Henry Shukman: I’m not too sure about the meaning of life so I’ll start with the purpose. “What is the purpose
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May We Find Our Inner Light
…behind the temporary unavoidable moments of human darkness is the light of calmness and clarity… As light of all kinds illuminate the festivities around our communities, we contemplate its relation
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Mindful Consuming
Mindful, silent meals are a precious experience to be savored. The holidays for many are a time to celebrate food and family, and a chance to relax with our favorite pastimes. This
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Mindful Encouragement
…peace comes in the pause, the quiet between breaths… Sometimes life gets messy. In seeking relief from suffering through the practice of mindfulness we may find ourselves wading through a
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Dharmatalk: Points of Practice
We are giving ourselves to this moment Description: This talk is about general points of practice with a focus on five areas: relaxing the body; general mindfulness; concentration (samadhi); awakening;
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