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Title	Speaker	Date
Welcome Home Serial: SF-11658 5/21/2011, Keiryu Lien Shutt dharma talk at City Center. This talk explores the concept of 'home' in Zen practice, metaphorically linked to the four Brahma Viharas: loving-kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity. It emphasizes that these qualities exist inherently within... *Zazen*	Keiryu Liên Shutt	May 21 2011 City Center
Salmon's Path to Enlightenment Serial: SF-11846 5/20/2011, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara. This talk, given at Tassajara, explores interconnectedness and the practice of Buddhism through the metaphor of coho salmon in Green Gulch Creek. By referencing a Zen koan, the discussion illustrates how seemingly simple... *Effort*	Eijun Linda Cutts	May 20 2011 Tassajara
Devotion Serial: SF-11740 5/18/2011, Joan Amaral dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the theme of devotion, examining its significance in Zen practice, particularly through the lens of zazen. It explores personal experiences and thoughts on devotion, its ties to devotion as an inherent success... *Zazen*	Joan Amaral	May 18 2011 City Center
The Dharma of Wallace Stevens Serial: SF-11861 5/18/2011, Mary Mocine dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the thematic connections between two Wallace Stevens poems, "The Snowman" and "Tea at the Palace of Hoon," and their relevance to Zen practice. "The Snowman" invites a Zen-like perception by advocating for...	Mary Mocine	May 18 2011 Tassajara
Book Titles Serial: SF-11713 5/14/2011, Diana Gerard dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the significance of impermanence as a motivation for diligent practice, emphasizing it as one of the "four thoughts that turn the mind towards Dharma." It discusses various Zen and mindfulness concepts through...	Diana Gerard	May 14 2011 Tassajara
Overcoming Self-Consciousness Serial: SF-11804 5/14/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the concept of justice from a Zen Buddhist perspective, juxtaposing contemporary interpretations with teachings from the Buddha's time. The narrative centers on the story of Angulimala from the Majjhima Nikaya,...	Myogen Steve Stücky	May 14 2011 City Center
The Courage to Be Ourselves Serial: SF-11785 5/11/2011, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the concept of self-acceptance within the framework of Zen philosophy, emphasizing the importance of examining one's identity and experiences to determine if it is truly acceptable to be the person one is. It... *Liberation, Zazen*	Leslie James	May 11 2011 Tassajara
Practicing with Osama Serial: SF-11864 5/7/2011, Shokan Jordan Thorn dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the theme of compassion and the Brahmavihara teachings in Buddhism, emphasizing loving-kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity as central tenets. It reflects on the emotional complexities arising...	Shokan Jordan Thorn	May 07 2011 City Center
Renouncing Unhappiness Serial: SF-11874 5/7/2011, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the intersection of renunciation and the middle way in Zen practice, emphasizing the significance of balancing effort and joy in one's spiritual journey. Drawing from Buddhist texts and teachings, the discussion... *Renunciation*	Zenshin Greg Fain	May 07 2011 Tassajara
The Practice of Generosity Serial: SF-11714 5/4/2011, Christina Lehnherr dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk centers on generosity as a foundational practice in Zen, drawing connections between the giving and receiving cycle within the context of Sangha Week at Tassajara. The speaker emphasizes that generosity fosters a sense... *Generosity*	Kiku Christina Lehnherr	May 04 2011 Tassajara
Celebrating Buddha's Birthday Serial: SF-11684 5/1/2011, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk at Green Gulch Farm focuses on the dual celebration of Buddha's birth and May Day, underscoring the significance of recognizing and embodying one's innate awakened nature amidst life's challenges. Using the traditional...	Eijun Linda Cutts	May 01 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Mountain Walking Moment Serial: SF-11746 4/30/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk emphasizes the significance for Zen practitioners to be aware of their actions moment by moment, highlighting the interconnectedness of all beings with nature and the impact of human actions on the environment. It draws... *Suzuki Roshi, Emptiness*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Apr 30 2011 Tassajara
Becoming the Master of Circumstances Serial: SF-11767 4/30/2011, Grace Schireson dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the teachings and legacy of Fukushima Kedo Roshi, emphasizing the importance of mastering circumstances and the practice of Mushin—transcending life and death through Zen practice. The speaker shares personal...	Myoan Grace Schireson	Apr 30 2011 City Center
Entering the Ocean of Reality Serial: SF-11777 4/27/2011, Bernd Bender dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the importance of fully experiencing the present moment through practices such as zazen, which is framed as an "entering practice" that allows deeper intimacy and appreciation of life. The discussion... *Dogen*	Bernd Bender	Apr 27 2011 City Center
A Trace of Realization Serial: SF-11687 4/26/2011, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk discusses the transitioning work period at Tassajara and its role in preparing for a more defined summer practice session, emphasizing silence and structured practice as part of Zen training. The central thesis focuses... *Study, Zazen*	Leslie James	Apr 26 2011 Tassajara
Within Emptiness, A Wonderful Being Arises Serial: SF-11781 4/24/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the themes of interconnectedness, renewal, and the interplay between disease and medicine within Zen philosophy, drawing on contemporary environmental challenges as a backdrop. It emphasizes the concept of "... *Emptiness*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Apr 24 2011 Green Gulch Farm
When Myriad Things Come Forth Serial: SF-11721 4/20/2011, Jisan Tova Green dharma talk at City Center. The talk centers on themes of interdependence and ecological consciousness. It reflects on personal experiences and transitions within Zen leadership, drawing from Zen teachings to highlight the interconnectedness of all beings....	Jisan Tova Green	Apr 20 2011 City Center
The Everyday Practice Is Simply to Develop a Complete Acceptance and Openness Serial: SF-11762 4/16/2011, Kiku Christina Lehnherr dharma talk at City Center. This talk emphasizes the unique and ephemeral nature of each day, encouraging an openness to life's experiences without the burden of judgment or the need to control outcomes. The discourse highlights the idea that every moment...	Kiku Christina Lehnherr	Apr 16 2011 City Center
Zen Work: Mindful Labor as Dharma Serial: SF-11772 Talk by Greg Fain at Tassajara on 2011-04-16 This talk explores the integration of work practice and Zen practice, highlighting the profound connection between everyday labor (work period) and sitting meditation (zazen) as core components of Zen. It references historical...	Zenshin Greg Fain	Apr 16 2011 Tassajara
Are You Busy - Or Just Fully Engaged? Serial: SF-11660 4/13/2011, Zesho Susan O'Connell dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the distinction between being "busy" and being "engaged," using a Zen story of two brothers as a metaphor. It investigates the concept of integrating meditation practices into daily activities and the dangers of...	Zesho Susan O'Connell	Apr 13 2011 City Center
What Are We Doing Here? Serial: SF-11883 4/11/2011, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk examines changes experienced at Tassajara and how these reflect broader Zen teachings on impermanence and self-perception. An introspection on the nature of self, highlighting how individuals are continually reshaped by... *Practice Period*	Leslie James	Apr 11 2011 Tassajara
Celebrating Baby Buddha Serial: SF-11875 4/9/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at City Center. The talk centers on the celebration of Buddha's birth, emphasizing the interconnectedness expressed through the concept of dependent co-arising and the practical teachings of the Dharma. The speaker underscores the importance of...	Myogen Steve Stücky	Apr 09 2011 City Center
Thank You, I Love You, I'm Sorry Serial: SF-11704 4/3/2011, Tenshin Reb Anderson dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk discusses Zen practice and the exploration of delusion and consciousness. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between the conscious and unconscious mind to realize enlightenment. By engaging... *Delusion, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 03 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Poignancy ... Moving Rocks in the Creek Serial: SF-11850 4/2/2011, Dairyu Michael Wenger dharma talk at City Center. The talk addresses the theme of studying the self as integral to Zen practice, emphasizing the teachings from the Genjo Koan. It explores the concept of self-study leading to self-forgetting, resulting in enlightenment by the 10,... *Study, Lotus Sutra*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Apr 02 2011 City Center
Right Now, Right Now, Right Now Serial: SF-11796 The talk focuses on practical instructions for posture and breath while practicing zazen, along with insights into the teachings of Zen masters. Emphasis is placed on the importance of maintaining a correct, balanced posture and... *Suzuki Roshi, Zazen*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Apr 01 2011 City Center
Relax into Delusion Serial: SF-11670 3/31/2011, Keiryu Lien Shutt dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the fifth day of Seshin, focusing on the interconnectedness of practice, reality, and Zen teachings. The speaker reflects on personal experiences with discomfort and delusion, emphasizing how these are essential... *Bodhidharma*	Keiryu Liên Shutt	Mar 31 2011 City Center
Transparency...This Is It Serial: SF-11763 3/30/2011, Michael Wenger dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the experience and significance of the fourth day of Sashin, emphasizing the concept of presence through the koan about the vastness of the world and engagement in practice despite circumstances. Key Zen... *Enlightenment*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Mar 30 2011 City Center
The Alchemy of Bliss-Bestowing Hands Serial: SF-11774 3/29/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the intricate aspects of Zen practice, focusing on the importance of recognizing and integrating the formless nature of the mind into the rigorous forms of practice, emphasizing awareness and the bodhisattva vow...	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 29 2011 Tassajara
Avowal, Acceptance, Renunciation Serial: SF-11676 3/28/2011, Michael Wenger dharma talk at City Center. The talk elaborates on the intertwined concepts of renunciation and acceptance in Buddhist practice, particularly how they play out in the spiritual journey. It is posited that this journey often begins with avowing one's own... *Renunciation*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Mar 28 2011 City Center
Timeless Spring Serial: SF-11849 Talk by Paul Haller at Tassajara on 2011-03-28 The talk explores the concept of stepping into the unknown, using the metaphor of Shakyamuni Buddha stepping off a hundred-foot pole to symbolize moving beyond self-imposed limitations and habitual narratives. The discussion... *Practice Period, Effort*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 28 2011 Tassajara
Wishing for a Better World Serial: SF-11672 3/27/2011, Jiryu Rutschman-Byler dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the Buddhist theme of acceptance, emphasizing how the practice of accepting life exactly as it is can lead to genuinely beneficial actions. It challenges the assumption that changing or improving the world... *Interdependence*	Jiryu Rutschman-Byler	Mar 27 2011 Green Gulch Farm
The Zen Wave Serial: SF-11778 3/27/2011, Keiryu Lien Shutt dharma talk at City Center. The talk discusses the concept of renunciation, particularly in Zen practice, examining it from both traditional Buddhist perspectives and more contemporary interpretations. It argues that renunciation is not merely about self-... *Renunciation*	Keiryu Liên Shutt	Mar 27 2011 City Center
A Step off the Hundred Foot Pole Serial: SF-11841 3/27/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the Zen practice of stepping beyond self-imposed limits, using the metaphor of stepping off a 100-foot pole to embody boldness and acceptance of impermanence. Addressing themes of diligence, impatience, and the...	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 27 2011 Tassajara
Continuing to Rain Serial: SF-11798 3/26/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the persistent intersection of human desire for comfort and security with the teachings of Zen practice, emphasizing the necessity of awareness and adaptability in facing life's challenges. The speaker...	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 26 2011 Tassajara
Turning Towards Adversity Serial: SF-11847 3/26/2011, Shosan Victoria Austin dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the practice of turning towards adversity rather than avoiding it, emphasizing the significance of recognizing and addressing discomfort as a pathway to healing and growth. Through examples of personal...	Shosan Victoria Austin	Mar 26 2011 City Center
Sound of the Raindrops Serial: SF-11751 3/25/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk emphasizes approaching zazen from an internal experience rather than preconceived notions, stressing adaptability and presence in practice. The discussion references core Zen teachings such as the Satipatthana Sutta and... *Zazen*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 25 2011 Tassajara
Every Day Is a Good Day Serial: SF-11700 3/24/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the essence of Zazen practice, emphasizing the balance between engagement with thought processes and the clarity offered by non-doing. It reflects on the vitality of being present and highlights that recognizing... *Zazen*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 24 2011 Tassajara
Rediscovering the Mind and Body of Zazen Serial: SF-11788 3/23/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the intersection of mental states, mindfulness, and the practice of Zazen during the spring practice period. It elucidates the importance of engaging with the constructs of the self as Dharma Gates, emphasizing... *Effort, Practice Period*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 23 2011 Tassajara
The Three Cs - Courage, Compassion, and Creativity. And Comedy Serial: SF-11822 3/23/2011, Michael Wenger dharma talk at City Center. The talk examines the "three C's" of Zen practice: courage, compassion, and creativity, highlighting their importance in facing challenges, appreciating diverse perspectives, and embracing fresh approaches. Humor or "comedy" is... *Compassion, Enlightenment*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Mar 23 2011 City Center
The Practice of Asking: What is Practice? Serial: SF-11834 3/20/2011, Tenshin Reb Anderson dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk emphasizes the importance of practice in the face of life's impermanence and challenges. It discusses how human constructions, both physical and metaphorical, are inherently unstable, contrasting this with the idea of... *Japan*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 20 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Sitting Like Mountains Serial: SF-11692 3/19/2011, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. This talk discusses the practice of zazen, focusing on the concept of "Gotsu Za" or immovable sitting, likened to being a mountain on a plateau amidst strong winds. This practice involves facing and accepting emotions such as... *Suffering*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Mar 19 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Spring Vow 2011 Serial: SF-11827 3/19/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the practice of Zen, focusing on understanding and expressing one's true nature through zazen, and discusses how these practices cultivate wisdom and compassion in the face of suffering. By recounting personal... *Bodhisattva Vow*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Mar 19 2011 City Center
Exploring the Great Matter of Birth and Death Serial: SF-11662 The talk explores the interplay between mortality awareness and the practice of Zen, particularly examining the notions of rebirth and no-self within Dogen's "Genjo Koan." The speaker reflects on personal experiences and the...	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Mar 16 2011 City Center
When You Greet Me, I Bow Serial: SF-11752 3/13/2011, Zoketsu Norman Fischer dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk reflects on the recent passing of four Zen priests, celebrating their contributions to the community and emphasizing the importance of spiritual friendship and intimate connections in Zen practice. It recounts a Zen...	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Mar 13 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Love and Happiness Serial: SF-11842 3/12/2011, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at Tassajara. The central theme of the talk focuses on exploring different aspects of love and happiness within a Zen Buddhist framework, drawing heavily on the teachings and insights of Suzuki Roshi. The speaker emphasizes the distinction... *Suzuki Roshi*	Zenshin Greg Fain	Mar 12 2011 Tassajara
You Understand That Something Is Missing Serial: SF-11880 3/9/2011, Keiryu Lien Shutt dharma talk at City Center. The talk delves into the exploration of Dogen's "Genjo Koan," emphasizing the paradox of realizing that something is still missing even when one's body and mind are filled with Dharma. This insight into the lack and... *Koan*	Keiryu Liên Shutt	Mar 09 2011 City Center
Famous Serial: SF-11729 3/6/2011, Shokan Jordan Thorn dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk focuses on the importance of mindfulness and intimacy with one's self in Zen practice, particularly through zazen meditation. Key themes include the analogy of fame as a metaphor for mindfulness and presence in life, the... *Suzuki Roshi*	Shokan Jordan Thorn	Mar 06 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Unconstructedness in Stillness - Jijiyu Zanmai Serial: SF-11725 3/5/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the theme of unconstructedness in Zen practice, emphasizing the value of experiencing the moment without the interference of self-constructs. It questions historical figures such as Bodhidharma, suggesting that... *Effort*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 05 2011 Tassajara
Actualization & Realization Serial: SF-11675 3/4/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the essence of Zen practice, primarily focusing on the experience of Sashin, which emphasizes the importance of engaging with the present moment and cultivating trust in what is. It is highlighted that the...	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 04 2011 Tassajara
Zen Practice Is about Transformation Serial: SF-11758 3/2/2011, Michael Wenger dharma talk at City Center. This talk focuses on Zen practice as a transformative journey that involves small, continuous changes rather than grand transformations. It highlights the interplay between Zen teachings, such as Dogen's notion of "immediately... *Practice Period*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Mar 02 2011 City Center

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