As a “Halloween special”, Robert discusses the hungry ghost within us. As we try desperately to find satisfaction within the outside world, we create suffering for ourselves and others. The Buddhist spiritual path aims at letting go of desires and seeking satisfaction in being present within this moment.
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Kitty discusses the Gates of Awakening from Jack Kornfield’s book, “After the Ecstasy, The Laundry”. This is the second talk of a two part series. Unfortunately, the first recording is not available due to a recording malfunction.
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Tim introduces the Chan/Zen concept of “one step back.” One step back is the place between “merging into” an object and running away from it, the place between reactivity and surpression. It’s the place where we dynamically and mindfully encounter the world. Members of OIMG follow up with experiences within their own lives in which they’ve taken one step back.
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In this Dharma talk, Tommy and the Sangha explore the Buddha’s teachings on abiding in contemplation of the body, feelings, mind, and dhammas—diligent, clearly knowing, and mindful, free from desires and discontent in regard to this world. These are considered essential mental qualities.
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Robert discusses what it means to be 100% human–to be fully awake to whatever arises within our experience.
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Kitty shares some thoughts on how we can relate to difficult times in our lives. She talks about how meditation practice can give us the stability that we need to make important changes or weather tough times.
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