Dhamma Talks
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.
One Step Back
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...
Essential Mental Qualities
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...
One Hundred Percent Human
Robert discusses what it means to be 100% human--to be fully awake to whatever arises within our experience.
