Dhamma Talks
Satipatthana-Mindfulness of Breathing
—In this dialogue, Judy presented two translations of the beginning of the Satipatthana Sutta, usually translated as The Four Foundation of Mindfulness, and then explained how important it is to practice mindfulness of breathing meditation in order to understand the...
Four Noble Truths Introduction 2013
During this talk, Peter introduces a long-term project, to revisit the Four Noble Truths concept from the perspective of the 21st century. Much of the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta (the first teaching of the Buddha after enlightenment) contains cultural add-ons that...
Awakening The Mind
In this talk, Peter reviews the value of developing the 7 Awakening Factors through tranquility practice. This process allows deeply conditioned attachments to self-states and how a more dispassionate view of old relationship dynamics supports increasing equanimity.
Peter’s Retreat Report
In this dhamma talk, Peter shares his experiences and insights from his three month retreat at the Forrest Refuge.
A Closer Look at Non-Self
In this Dhamma dialogue, Kitty shares an insight into non-self that stemmed from a personal experience. The dhamma talk is followed by a lively discussion on non-self and its relationship to letting go, particularly in regards to letting go of life itself when the...
Gratitude
Listen in as Bob Allen shares insightful and humorous thoughts on Gratitude on the eve of Thanksgiving
Satipatthana Sutta Refrain
Tommy continues exploring the Satipatthana Sutta, this time focusing on the refrain.
Brahma Viharas
In this Dhamma talk, Judy explores the relationship between the Noble Eight-Fold Path and the Brahma Viharas, the Four Divine Abodes: Metta (lovingkindness), Karuna (compassion), Mudita (Joy), and Upekkha (equanimity). She explains each of their major...
The Hungry Ghost
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...
Gates of Awakening
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.
