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Thawing the Mind's Snow Globe Serial: SF-12158 Talk by Unclear at Tassajara on 2019-10-23 This talk emphasizes the transformative aspects of Zen practice, drawing an analogy between the mind and a snow globe to illustrate how thoughts and emotions obscure one's inherent Buddha nature. By practicing stillness through... *Emotions, Buddha Nature, Zazen*	Unclear	Oct 23 2019 Tassajara
Unveiling Stillness: The Zen Journey Serial: SF-12268 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-10-23 The talk examines the process of inner transformation through Zen practice, illustrating how meditation can lead to a deeper understanding of self and reality. Using the metaphor of a snow globe to describe the mind, it explores... *Emotions, Buddha Nature, Zazen*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Oct 23 2019 Tassajara
Awakening in the Present Moment Serial: SF-12180 Talk by David Zimmerman Mountains Of The Present Moment Day Of Day Sesshin at Tassajara on 2019-10-22 The talk explores "Awakening Through Present Moment Awareness," focusing on how present moment practice leads to awakening by overcoming obstacles like sleepiness and mental restlessness. Emphasizing Zen teachings, it references... *Breath, Zazen, Dogen*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Oct 22 2019 Tassajara
Awakening in the Presence of Mountains Serial: SF-12351 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-10-22 The talk explores the theme of presence and awakening in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of staying connected to the present moment in overcoming habitual patterns like inattention and fatigue. The discourse draws on... *Dogen, Breath, Pain*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Oct 22 2019 Tassajara
Mountains of Stillness, Rivers of Unity Serial: SF-12234 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-10-21 The talk explores the Zen concept of non-duality through the metaphor of mountains, suggesting that true understanding arises from a sense of unity with nature. It emphasizes the practice of Zazen, proposing that sitting... *Zazen, Dogen, Posture*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Oct 21 2019 Tassajara
Zazen: Unity with Nature's Flow Serial: SF-12269 Talk by David Zimmerman Sitting Like Mountains Day Of Day Sesshin at Tassajara on 2019-10-21 The talk delves into the Zen practice of Zazen, emphasizing themes of non-duality and interconnectedness with nature, as explored in Dogen's "Mountains and Water Sutra." The discussion centers on the idea that sages and mountains... *Zazen, Dogen, Posture*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Oct 21 2019 Tassajara
The Practice of Zazen Serial: SF-10846 10/20/2019, Jiryu Rutschman-Byler, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk addresses the theme of unifying practice rather than doctrine within Zen Buddhism at Green Gulch Farm, primarily focusing on the practice of Zazen. The discussion highlights the concept of "orthopraxy" over orthodoxy,... *Zazen, Practice, Posture*	Jiryu Rutschman-Byler	Oct 20 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Just Being Serial: SF-10788 10/19/2019, Nancy Petrin, dharma talk at City Center. The main thesis of the talk focuses on the exploration of embodied awareness in Zen practice, emphasizing the concept of "just being" and the integration of body practices into daily life. This talk discusses the significance of... *Practice, Practice Period, Time*	Horin Nancy Petrin	Oct 19 2019 City Center
Embodied Zen: Body as Universe Serial: SF-12179 Talk by Jody Greene Upright Body Boundless Body at Tassajara on 2019-10-18 The talk explores the concept of "Embodied Zen," examining how Zen practice engages with both the physical and metaphysical aspects of the body. The speaker discusses the Zen view of the body as a conduit for spiritual practice,... *Five Skandhas, Yoga, Dogen*	Shogen Jody Greene	Oct 18 2019 Tassajara
Mountains of Mind, Waters of Zen Serial: SF-12147 Talk by Class at Tassajara on 2019-10-15 The talk addresses the "Mountains and Water Sutra" by Dogen, focusing on how mountains and waters symbolize fundamental Zen teachings, embodying both form and emptiness. The session encourages exploring personal... *Emptiness, Dogen, Practice Period*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Oct 15 2019 Tassajara
Letting Go and Waking Up Serial: SF-10794 10/13/2019, Sessei Meg Levie, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the essence of presence and interconnectedness in Zen practice through stories and personal reflections. The discussion introduces the concept of "teisho," a form of expressing understanding, highlighting the... *Practice, Time, Work*	Sessei Meg Levie	Oct 13 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Interwoven Paths: Self and Other Power Serial: SF-12307 Talk by Hakusho Ostlund When You Let Go The Fills Your Hand at Tassajara on 2019-10-13 The talk explores the integration of self-power and other-power practices within the Zen tradition, focusing on the teachings of Dogen and the experiences of practicing with the Pure Land Buddhist Sangha. Dogen's approach,... *Dogen, Faith, Letting Go*	Hakusho Ostlund	Oct 13 2019 Tassajara
What Does It Mean to Have an Awake Mind, Body and Heart? Serial: SF-10837 10/12/2019, Onryu Mary Stares, dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the theme "Awake Body, Awake Mind," exploring the process of developing an awakened state through consistent practice and attention to one's body and mind. It emphasizes the importance of asking questions,... *Practice, Work, Time*	Onryu Mary Stares	Oct 12 2019 City Center
Zen Pathways: Journey to Meaning Serial: SF-12233 Talk by Tim Oconner Fraiser at City Center on 2019-10-09 The talk explores the transformative journey through Zen practice, focusing on personal history, the influence of early spiritual mentors, and the impact of lifelong spiritual exploration on the speaker's identity. Significant... *Tassajara, Sangha, Gratitude*	Tim O'Connor Fraser	Oct 09 2019 City Center
Nature's Sutra: Zen and Experience Serial: SF-12340 Talk by Class at Tassajara on 2019-10-08 The talk examines the interplay between Zen philosophy and nature, particularly through the lens of Dogen's works, emphasizing the practice of experiencing sutras such as the "Mountains and Waters Sutra" (San Sui... *Study, Lotus Sutra, Dogen*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Oct 08 2019 Tassajara
Stuck Serial: SF-10835 10/06/2019, Furyu Schroeder, dharma talk at Green Guklch Farm. The talk explores the themes of being "stuck" and "unstuck," using a children's story as a metaphor for the human condition, as understood in Buddhism. The discussion highlights Buddha's awakening as a realization of freedom and... *Buddha, Time, Practice*	Fu Schroeder	Oct 06 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Awake Body – Awake Mind Serial: SF-10782 10/05/2019, Kiku Christina Lehnherr, dharma talk at City Center. The talk emphasizes the importance of cultivating an "awake body, awake mind" by creating a safe environment to explore physical and interrelational experiences. It stresses the necessity of embracing one's body as is,... *Practice, Practice Period, Time*	Kiku Christina Lehnherr	Oct 05 2019 City Center
Balancing Effort and Faith in Zen Serial: SF-12274 Talk by Hakusho Ostlund at Tassajara on 2019-10-03 The central thesis of this talk involves exploring the balance between effort and faith in Zen practice, particularly in relation to Dogen's teachings and criticisms of Pure Land Buddhism. The discussion includes personal... *Dogen, Faith, Letting Go*	Hakusho Ostlund	Oct 03 2019 Tassajara
Stepping Into Zen's Silent Flow Serial: SF-12320 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-10-03 The talk emphasizes embracing stillness within Zen practice, reflecting on personal journeys toward enlightenment, and highlights Dogen's teachings, particularly focusing on the concept of 'stepping backward and stepping forward... *Practice Period, Zazen, Study*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Oct 03 2019 Tassajara
Mountains Move Within Zen Practice Serial: SF-12366 Talk by David Zimmerman Peacefully Abiding In The Montains Pp Opening at Tassajara on 2019-10-03 The talk emphasizes the necessity of embracing both retreat and engagement within the Zen practice, drawing upon Dogen's teachings to explore the duality of stepping back for introspection and stepping forward to engage with the... *Practice Period, Zazen, Study*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Oct 03 2019 Tassajara
Suffering = Pain x Resistance Serial: SF-10827 09/29/2019, Kokyo Henkel, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the teachings of suffering and the end of suffering within Buddhism, proposing a reformulation of suffering as "discontent," which can be understood through a modern analogy by Shinzen Young: discontent equals... *Resistance, Pain, Suffering*	Kokyo Henkel	Sep 29 2019 Green Gulch Farm
What Can Science Bring to Contemplative Practice? Serial: SF-10864 09/28/2019, Philippe Goldin, dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the intersection of scientific understanding and contemplative practices, emphasizing neuroplasticity's role in sculpting the mind to achieve a state of vivid awareness and emotional regulation. It delves into... *Emotions, Practice, Meditation*	Philippe Goldin	Sep 28 2019 City Center
Relax, Play, Create And Liberate All Beings So We May Live In Peace Serial: SF-10764 09/22/2019, Tenshin Reb Anderson, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the concept of living a life infused with wisdom and peace amidst the challenges of the world, proposing two paths to realize this state: recognizing the inherent presence of wisdom and practicing traditional... *Wisdom, Peace, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 22 2019 Green Gulch Farm
American Sutra Serial: SF-10771 09/21/2019, Duncan Ryūken Williams, dharma talk at City Center. This talk centers on the intersection of Buddhism, resilience, and American identity, using the book "American Sutra" as a framework to explore how Japanese Americans maintained their Buddhist faith and identity during their... *Time, japanese*	Duncan Ryuken Williams	Sep 21 2019 City Center
I Am A Student Of Kindness Serial: SF-10818 09/15/2019, Onryu Mary Stares, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the practice of kindness as a form of mind training, specifically through the lens of Tibetan Lojong teachings. The speaker emphasizes the importance of intentionality and effort in cultivating kindness,... *Time, Practice, Practice Period*	Onryu Mary Stares	Sep 15 2019 Green Gulch Farm
A Sermon for Buddhists in a Time of Crisis Serial: SF-10752 09/14/2019, Domyo Burk, dharma talk at City Center. This talk addresses the intersection of Buddhist practice and activism in the context of the current climate crisis. Emphasizing the necessity of active engagement, it draws parallels between traditional Buddhist teachings on... *Bodhisattva, Practice, Time*	Domyo Burk	Sep 14 2019 City Center
Aging with Zen: Embrace Impermanence Serial: SF-10841 09/08/2019, Grace Dammann, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm The talk focuses on personal reflections and deep insights garnered from a life of practice within a Zen Buddhist framework, particularly in relation to the Four Noble Truths. It explores themes of aging, living with intention,... *Practice, Suffering, Bodhidharma*	Dr. Grace Dammann	Sep 08 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Customs Serial: SF-10768 09/07/2019, Sojun Mel Weitsman, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk discusses the teachings and traditions of Suzuki Roshi, emphasizing the customs and flexible, warm-hearted practice central to Zen philosophy. The speaker reflects on the historical influence of Suzuki Roshi and other... *Practice, Time, Work*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Sep 07 2019 Tassajara
Entering The Mountain Of Our Own Being Serial: SF-10879 09/07/2019, Tenzen David Zimmerman, dharma talk at City Center. The talk discusses the concept of Zazen, emphasizing its practice as a form of "sitting immovable" like a mountain, a method to connect with nature and one's original peaceful nature. It explores Dogen's teachings on meditation... *Zazen, Meditation, Love*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Sep 07 2019 City Center
Inviting Radical Transformation Serial: SF-10720 09/04/2019, Hakusho Ostlund, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk emphasizes embracing the transformative power of spiritual practices without allowing ego-driven desires for control to dictate the journey. It reflects on the personal journey of turning to Buddhist practice, prompted... *Practice, Effort, Yoga*	Hakusho Ostlund	Sep 04 2019 Tassajara
American Dharma Serial: SF-10790 09/04/2019, Ann Gleig, dharma talk at City Center. The talk examines the intersection of whiteness and modernist Buddhism in North America, particularly within Soto Zen. It highlights how modern Buddhism has been shaped by Western individualism and whiteness, and how this has... *Work, Buddhism*	Ann Gleig	Sep 04 2019 City Center
Find Out For Yourself Serial: SF-10881 09/01/2019, Sonja Gardenswartz, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk emphasizes the importance of stillness and appropriate responses in understanding Zen teachings. By drawing parallels between playful activities and mindfulness practices, it illustrates how a state of stillness helps... *Time, Suffering, Bell*	Sonja Gardenswartz	Sep 01 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Perfect Just As you Are, And... Serial: SF-10730 08/31/2019, Korin Charlie Pokorny, dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the notion of being "perfect just as you are, and you could use a little improvement," attributed to Suzuki Roshi, emphasizing the dynamic and paradoxical nature of human existence in Zen practice. It discusses... *Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Soto Zen*	Korin Charlie Pokorny	Aug 31 2019 City Center
Dharma Friendships Serial: SF-10795 08/28/2019, Arlene Lueck, dharma talk at City Center. The main thesis of the talk focuses on the transformative nature of Dharma friendships in Zen practice, emphasizing how these relationships deepen personal understanding and practice over time. It discusses the significance of... *Time, Work, Practice*	Arlene Lueck	Aug 28 2019 City Center
We Are Not Stuck Serial: SF-10871 08/28/2019, Leslie James, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the concept of studying the self in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing that the practice involves being present and observing our ever-changing nature without preconceived notions. The discussion elaborates on Dogen's... *Time, Study, Buddha*	Leslie James	Aug 28 2019 Tassajara
Zen Bonds: Transformative Connections Unveiled Serial: SF-12176 Talk by Arlene at City Center on 2019-08-28 The talk centers on the significance of Dharma friendships within the context of Zen practice, emphasizing their transformative power over personal growth and understanding the paramitas. The speaker shares personal anecdotes... *Tassajara, Paramitas, Practice Period*	Arlene Lueck	Aug 28 2019 City Center
Completely Burned Up Serial: SF-10780 08/25/2019, Furyu Schroeder, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk examines the practice of the Six Perfections in Buddhism, highlighting energy as a core theme. It discusses life and death through Zen and Buddhist perspectives, touching upon teachings from significant Zen figures and... *Practice, Love, Generosity*	Fu Schroeder	Aug 25 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Lessons From A Zen Monastery Serial: SF-10798 08/24/2019, Marc Lesser, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the integration of Zen practice with leadership and work, emphasizing the transformative power of love, mindfulness, and self-awareness. Through personal anecdotes and reflections on Zen principles, the speaker... *Practice, Work, Love*	Marc Lesser	Aug 24 2019 Tassajara
Patience and Chocolate Cake Serial: SF-10811 08/24/2019, Zesho Susan O'Connell, dharma talk at City Center. The talk addresses the concept of patience within the framework of Buddhist teachings, particularly focusing on how patience relates to the Four Noble Truths. By using the story "Betty Bunny Loves Chocolate Cake," the discussion... *Patience, Time, Suffering*	Zesho Susan O'Connell	Aug 24 2019 City Center
Zen is Meeting Oneself and Others Serial: SF-10776 08/21/2019, Rinso Ed Sattizahn, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk recounts the historical and cultural integration of Zen practice at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, emphasizing the fusion of "hippie beatnik Zen" and traditional Japanese Zen under the guidance of Suzuki Roshi. It... *Suzuki Roshi, Practice, Suffering*	Rinso Ed Sattizahn	Aug 21 2019 Tassajara
Path to Peaceful Patience Serial: SF-10844 Talk by Susan Oconnell at Green Gulch Farm on 2019-08-18 The talk focuses on themes of patience and effort within the framework of Zen philosophy, particularly relating to desire and suffering. It uses the children's story "Betty Bunny Loves Chocolate Cake" as a metaphor for... *Patience, Practice, Effort*	Zesho Susan O'Connell	Aug 18 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Staying in Relationship With Everything In Challenging Times Serial: SF-10729 08/17/2019, Ryushin Paul Haller, dharma talk at City Center. The talk examines the pervasive impact of violence and mass shootings, juxtaposed against the potential for compassion and unity, as seen in efforts to organize a conference on compassion in Northern Ireland. The discourse... *Compassion, Practice, Time*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Aug 17 2019 City Center
Effort Within an Effort Serial: SF-10766 08/17/2019, Zenju Earthlyn Manuel, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the concept of engaging with the world in a state of turmoil through the principles of Zen, focusing on effort and effortlessness. Central to the discussion is the practice of silent meditation and poetry as... *Effort, Wisdom, Silence*	Zenju Earthlyn Manuel Osho	Aug 17 2019 Tassajara
Living Wholeheartedly Serial: SF-10767 08/11/2019, Jiryu Rutschman-Byler, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the concept of wholehearted engagement with life, emphasizing the Zen practice of bringing full attention and presence to each moment irrespective of its perceived value. It challenges the tendency to reserve... *Practice, Time, Suffering*	Jiryu Rutschman-Byler	Aug 11 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Candyland and Living Wholeheartedly Serial: SF-10751 08/10/2019, Jiryu Rutschman-Byler, dharma talk at City Center. The talk emphasizes the importance of wholeheartedness and full exertion in every moment of life, challenging the habitual pattern of selectively engaging based on perceived value. Through examples like the simple childhood game... *Practice, Breath, Time*	Jiryu Rutschman-Byler	Aug 10 2019 City Center
Life Could be Otherwise Serial: SF-10785 08/07/2019, Zoketsu Norman Fischer, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk considers the power of the imagination and its role in shaping reality and cultivating compassion, using the story of Robert Desnos as a central example. By invoking imagination, one can transform perceptions of the... *Love, Practice, Zazen*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Aug 07 2019 Tassajara
An Understanding of Hope Serial: SF-10799 08/07/2019, Jisan Tova Green, dharma talk at City Center. The talk addresses the concept of "wise hope," distinguished from mere optimism or pessimism, in the context of confronting social and environmental challenges. It references personal experiences and works by Joan Halifax on "... *japanese, Time, Ceremony*	Jisan Tova Green	Aug 07 2019 City Center
Imagination's Power to Transform Reality Serial: SF-12237 Talk by Norman Fischer Life Could Be Otherwise at Tassajara on 2019-08-07 The talk explores the concept of imagination as an essential component in understanding and transforming reality, drawing on both historical and literary examples. By recounting a story involving the French surrealist poet Robert... *Zazen, Commitment, Poetry*		Aug 07 2019 Tassajara
I Want What I Want When I Want It Serial: SF-10860 08/04/2019, Zesho Susan O'Connell, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the concept of patience through the lens of a children's story, "Betty Bunny Loves Chocolate Cake," and the teaching of the Eightfold Path in Buddhism, specifically focusing on "right effort." The narrative... *Practice, Patience, Effort*	Zesho Susan O'Connell	Aug 04 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Koans: Path to Transcendent Understanding Serial: SF-12308 Talk by Fu Schroeder at City Center on 2019-08-03 The talk focuses on the exploration of Zen koans, particularly the koan involving Zhao Zhou and the question of whether a dog has Buddha nature. The discussion highlights koans as tools for transcending dualistic thinking,... *Koan, Buddha Nature, Enlightenment*	Fu Schroeder	Aug 03 2019 City Center

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