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Class: Satipatthana Serial: SF-09483 10/11/2012, Myogen Steve Stucky, practice period class at Tassajara. The talk examines the foundations of mindfulness as rooted in the Sadhipatthana Sutta, emphasizing the practice of body awareness, recognizing habitual patterns, and fostering self-friendliness to enhance understanding of true... *Breath, Practice, Mindfulness*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Oct 11 2012 Tassajara
Authenticity in Zen: Laughing Through Tears Serial: SF-09481 Talk by Edward Brown at Green Gulch Farm on 2012-10-07 The talk emphasizes the importance of embracing one's true nature and emotional authenticity in Zen practice, challenging the notion of projecting a perfect image. Key themes include the significance of emotional awareness, the... *Name, Work, Time*	Edward Espe Brown	Oct 07 2012 Green Gulch Farm
Harmony Amid Dispositions Serial: SF-09238 10/6/2012, Mark Lancaster dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the theme of living in harmony with others within the context of practicing with the Sangha, emphasizing the pragmatic approach of Buddhism towards achieving personal and collective harmony. It underscores the... *Work, Emptiness, Practice*	Mark Lancaster	Oct 06 2012 City Center
Kind Speech Serial: SF-09309 10/3/2012, Jisan Tova Green dharma talk at City Center. The talk primarily explores the concept of kind speech within the Zen practice, as inspired by Dogen's teachings, emphasizing the importance of compassionate communication both with oneself and others, despite differences in... *Time, Practice, Silence*	Jisan Tova Green	Oct 03 2012 City Center
Clunky Practice at Zenshinji Serial: SF-09391 10/2/2012, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk emphasizes the integral practice of presence and mindfulness within Zen Shinji, particularly through the repetitive and disciplined nature of the practice period. It highlights the importance of simplicity and gratitude... *Practice, Breath, Suzuki Roshi*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Oct 02 2012 Tassajara
Inside and Outside Serial: SF-09468 9/30/2012, Zoketsu Norman Fischer dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the Zen practice of Zazen and its profound influence on both the internal and external aspects of life. Examining the interconnectedness of inside and outside experiences, the discussion emphasizes the... *Suffering, Buddha, Time*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Sep 30 2012 Green Gulch Farm
The Path of Freedom from the Prison of the Mind Serial: SF-09291 9/29/2012, Tenshin Reb Anderson dharma talk at City Center. The talk centers on the practice of compassion in response to suffering, emphasizing the importance of welcoming suffering not as an endorsement of it, but as an opportunity to cultivate compassion. The talk references key... *Suffering, Compassion, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 29 2012 City Center
Non-Dual Journey: Zen's Parental Wisdom Serial: SF-09324 Talk by Raul Denkei Moncayo on 2012-09-26 The talk explores the non-dual nature of Zen practice, emphasizing the intertwined realities of birth and death, suffering and liberation, and the interplay between self and other. A central theme is the metaphorical... *Buddha, Practice, Desire*	Denkei Raul Moncayo	Sep 26 2012
Harmony is Not a Metaphor Serial: SF-09376 9/26/2012, Kyosho Valorie Beer dharma talk at City Center. The talk addresses the concept of harmony in Zen practice, specifically focusing on the lived experience of harmony within body, speech, and mind rather than as a metaphorical or aesthetic ideal. It delves into the investigation... *Practice Period, Practice, Time*	Kyosho Valorie Beer	Sep 26 2012 City Center
Zenful Work: Mindfulness in Practice Serial: SF-09402 Talk by Susan Oconnell on 2012-09-23 The talk delves into the application of Zen teachings, particularly through work practice, by integrating mindfulness and the Four Noble Truths to address workplace suffering. The discussion underscores the necessity to recognize... *Work, Suffering, Mindfulness*	Zesho Susan O'Connell	Sep 23 2012
In Harmony with All Beings Serial: SF-09259 9/22/2012, Kiku Christina Lehnherr dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the beginning of a practice period at the San Francisco Zen Center, emphasizing themes of interconnectedness, impermanence, and living in harmony with all beings by taking refuge in the Sangha. The speaker... *Practice, Practice Period, Time*	Kiku Christina Lehnherr	Sep 22 2012 City Center
Zen Pathways to Fearless Repentance Serial: SF-09476 9/16/2012, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk addresses the concepts of forgiveness and repentance, aligning them with Buddhist practices and contrasting them with other faith traditions, especially around the Jewish High Holy Days. It explores how Buddhism... *Repentance, Practice, Forgiveness*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Sep 16 2012 Green Gulch Farm
A Zen Story Serial: SF-09458 9/15/2012, Graham Ross dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the Zen practice of perceiving reality beyond conceptual constructs and the habitual impositions of past actions on experiences. It emphasizes the importance of non-judgmental awareness developed through Zazen,... *Patience, Name, Generosity*	Graham Ross	Sep 15 2012 Tassajara
Dispassionate Acceptance, Passionate Involvement Serial: SF-09464 9/15/2012, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the theme of "Entering the Way While Staying at Home," which is part of an ordination ceremony, emphasizing the balance between immersion in the present moment and devotion in Zen practice. It discusses how... *Practice, Name, Suffering*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Sep 15 2012 City Center
Discontinuity and Uncertainty Serial: SF-09290 9/12/2012, Michael Wenger dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the concept of the "thought of enlightenment" as described by Ancestor Nagarjuna, emphasizing understanding impermanence and discontinuity in life. The discussion highlights the importance of maintaining... *Practice, Buddha, Enlightenment*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Sep 12 2012 City Center
Food Awareness Month Serial: SF-09406 9/12/2012, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the interconnectedness of Zen practice, food awareness, and gratitude during Food Awareness Month. Emphasis is placed on Zen Master Dogen's teachings, which equate the nature and importance of food with Dharma,... *Time, Practice, Work*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Sep 12 2012 Green Gulch Farm
A Field of Creative Improvisation Serial: SF-09361 9/9/2012, Do-on Robert Thomas dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk centers on the interconnectedness of Zen practice and contemporary challenges, specifically within the context of food systems and individual empowerment in creative improvisation amidst complexity. A story from the "... *Practice, Practice Period, Time*	Do-on Robert Thomas	Sep 09 2012 Green Gulch Farm
Bird Nest and the Three Pure Precepts Serial: SF-09335 9/8/2012, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk elaborates on the integration of Zen practice into everyday life, emphasizing that Zen is not a distinct activity but an omnipresent practice that permeates all aspects of life. It explores the concept of the "three pure... *Practice, Yoga, Suzuki Roshi*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Sep 08 2012 Tassajara
Celebrating Aging Serial: SF-09467 9/8/2012, Zenkei Blanche Hartman dharma talk at City Center. The talk emphasizes the importance of living a life that benefits others and cultivates loving-kindness, inspired by the inevitabilities of aging and mortality. It highlights the role of mindfulness, the bodhisattva vow, and... *Time, Love, Practice*	Unclear	Sep 08 2012 City Center
The Fully Blossomed Plum Tree Serial: SF-09323 9/5/2012, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk focuses on the nature of interpersonal relationships and spiritual realization, primarily through the lens of Zen teachings and personal anecdotes. Emphasizing relationships' depth beyond mere friendship or alienation,... *Buddha, Time, Tassajara*	Leslie James	Sep 05 2012 Tassajara
Embracing Emotions Through Zazen Practice Serial: SF-09441 Talk by Myoan Grace Schireson at Tassajara on 2012-09-05 The talk addresses the role of Zazen in processing emotions and trauma, emphasizing the importance of not using meditation as a form of avoidance but rather embracing emotional experiences as part of one's practice. The... *Practice, Zazen, Work*	Myoan Grace Schireson	Sep 05 2012 Tassajara
Discipline and Devotion Serial: SF-09239 9/2/2012, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk focuses on the exploration of Zen practice as a journey marked by devotion, discipline, and the engaging dynamics of life. It discusses the concept of a "straight line of practice" symbolizing aspiration and resolve, as... *Practice, Zazen, Breath*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Sep 02 2012 Tassajara
Embracing the Great Vehicle XXIV: Riding Indian Ponies, and Golden Ox Invites the Monks to Eat Serial: SF-09362 9/2/2012, Tenshin Reb Anderson, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the Zen practice of mindful eating, emphasizing a non-abiding approach to food, reflective of the bodhisattva vow to care for and liberate all beings. The speaker shares a narrative about Native Americans'... *Time, Bodhisattva, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 02 2012 Green Gulch Farm
Buddhism and Death Serial: SF-09284 9/1/2012, Kyoshin Wendy Lewis dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the Buddhist perspective on death, examining Buddhist teachings on karma, the afterlife, and rebirth, and comparing them to Christian imagery of death and resurrection. The discussion highlights the need to... *Time, Practice, Meditation*	Kyoshin Wendy Lewis	Sep 01 2012 City Center
Dogen's Monasticism: What's the Deal with That? Serial: SF-09445 9/1/2012, Brad Warner dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk provides an exploration of Zen practice, contrasting monastic and layperson approaches, while emphasizing personal ownership of Zazen practice. The speaker reflects on the work of Dogen, including discussions on the... *Practice, Dogen, Time*	Brad Warner	Sep 01 2012 Tassajara
Tassajara Magic Serial: SF-09258 8/30/2012, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at Tassajara. This talk reflects on the significance of communal practice at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, exploring themes such as the merging of ancient teachings with present practice, and the concept of "Tassajara magic"—a unique form of... *Practice, Time, Blue Cliff Record*	Zenshin Greg Fain	Aug 30 2012 Tassajara
It's All Poetry Serial: SF-09405 8/29/2012, Zenju Earthlyn Manuel, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the concept of skillful means through the lens of poetry and spiritual practice, emphasizing the unexpected utterance of the soul. It draws from Mark Nepo's definition of poetry as an art of embodied perception... *Poetry, Time, Practice*	Zenju Earthlyn Manuel Osho	Aug 29 2012 Green Gulch Farm
The Life and Poetry of Zen Master Ryokan Serial: SF-09321 8/28/2012, Kazuaki Tanahashi dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk discusses the life and poetry of Zen Master Ryokan, focusing on his humble lifestyle, writing style, and profound understanding of Zen principles. It highlights Ryokan's dedication to living in poverty, his interactions... *Time, japanese, Japan*	Kazuaki Tanahashi	Aug 28 2012 Tassajara
Peace Bell: From Conflict to Connection Serial: SF-09285 8/26/2012, Jisan Tova Green dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The main thesis explores how the transformation of materials of war into symbols of peace, as exemplified by the Peace Bell at San Francisco Zen Center, symbolizes the broader Zen approach to fostering connection and... *Peace, Work, Practice*	Jisan Tova Green	Aug 26 2012 Green Gulch Farm
Rediscovering Dogen: Zen's Modern Resonance Serial: SF-09242 Talk by Brad Warner at Tassajara on 2012-08-25 The talk explores the influence and relevance of Dogen's teachings, particularly expressed through Shobo Genzo, and the speaker's personal experiences and insights gained from studying with various teachers associated with Dogen’... *Dogen, Time, Zazen*	Brad Warner	Aug 25 2012 Tassajara
Shame, Regret and Forgiveness Serial: SF-09440 8/25/2012, Zesho Susan O'Connell dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores themes of shame, regret, and forgiveness in relation to mistakes, emphasizing the transformative potential of addressing one's errors with mindfulness and acceptance. The speaker discusses the practice of... *Time, Practice, Wisdom*	Zesho Susan O'Connell	Aug 25 2012 City Center
Transcending Duality Through Compassion Serial: SF-09462 Talk by Tenshin Reb Anderson at Tassajara on 2012-08-25 The talk explores the dual aspects of life as samsara and nirvana, emphasizing the teachings that liberate beings from the constructed appearances of birth and death. It highlights the importance of discernment between mind-... *Freedom, Bodhisattva, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 25 2012 Tassajara
Zen and Vipassana Serial: SF-09257 8/22/2012, Furyu Schroeder and Larry Yang dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk addresses the integration of Zen and Vipassana traditions, reflecting on their cultural evolution and diversity. It explores how both traditions aspire towards freedom and happiness, despite different approaches. The... *Practice, Community, Culture*		Aug 22 2012 Tassajara
Leavening Our Delusion Serial: SF-09404 8/22/2012, Steve Weintraub dharma talk at City Center. The talk emphasizes the theme of sincere effort in Zen practice as outlined in Dōgen's "Fukan Zazengi," asserting that this effort itself constitutes the path to enlightenment, rather than the pursuit of a particular state of... *Delusion, Buddha, Practice*	Steve Weintraub	Aug 22 2012 City Center
Completely Taking Refuge Serial: SF-09465 8/19/2012, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the significance of taking refuge in the triple treasure—Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha—emphasizing this as the core practice in Buddhism. It highlights the essence of letting go of material attachments, the... *Buddha, Triple Treasure, Practice*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Aug 19 2012 Green Gulch Farm
On the Occasion of Zen Center's 50th Anniversary Serial: SF-09350 8/18/2012, Zentatsu Richard Baker, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk centers on the evolution and contributions of the San Francisco Zen Center over the past 50 years, celebrating its influential role in integrating Zen Buddhism into American culture. The speaker emphasizes the founding... *Practice, Lay, Lay Practice*		Aug 18 2012 Tassajara
Enlightenment Serial: SF-09447 8/18/2012, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the concept of enlightenment within Soto Zen, centering on a koan from the "Book of Serenity" related to the Avatamsaka Sutra. It emphasizes that enlightenment is inherent in all beings, though it is obscured... *Practice, Enlightenment, Koan*	Zenshin Greg Fain	Aug 18 2012 City Center
Daylighting the Hidden Streams Serial: SF-09297 8/15/2012, Mushim Ikeda dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the practice of 'daylighting hidden streams' as a metaphor for uncovering and affirming diverse personal and cultural stories within Buddhist communities, emphasizing the importance of recognizing differences to... *Work, Meditation, Practice*	Mushim Ikeda	Aug 15 2012 City Center
Open-Heartedness Serial: SF-09308 8/15/2012, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk discusses the challenge of integrating the experiential wisdom of Tassajara, a Zen practice center, into everyday life. It addresses the question of how to maintain the serenity and insights gained in a structured... *Time, Tassajara, Practice Period*	Leslie James	Aug 15 2012 Tassajara
The Three Bodies of Zen Center Serial: SF-09278 8/12/2012, Tenshin Reb Anderson dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk reflects on the stories and events surrounding the San Francisco Zen Center by contemplating its history, origins, and the role of iconic figures such as Shunryu Suzuki. The core message is an exploration of the "naked... *Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 12 2012 Green Gulch Farm
Four Stories about Zhaozhou Serial: SF-09241 8/11/2012, Zoketsu Norman Fischer dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk examines the simplicity and profundity of Zen practice through various anecdotes about Zen Master Zhaozhou. It emphasizes the non-distinction between inside and outside, purity and impurity, and draws attention to... *Practice, Love, Time*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Aug 11 2012 Tassajara
Mental Postures Serial: SF-09426 8/11/2012, Zentatsu Richard Baker dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the evolution of Zen practice within the San Francisco Zen Center, emphasizing the notion of "mental postures" as taught by Suzuki Roshi, and their integration into Western lay practice. The discussion... *Practice, Posture, Suzuki Roshi*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Aug 11 2012 City Center
Practice Body Serial: SF-09475 8/8/2012, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara. This talk explores the concept of interconnectedness and the nature of reality within Zen practice, highlighting the duality between our finite, tangible existence and the infinite, formless nature of reality. It emphasizes key... *Buddha, Practice, Vow*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Aug 08 2012 Tassajara
Dogen's Genjo Koan Serial: SF-09382 8/5/2012, Sojun Mel Weitsman, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores Zen teachings through storytelling and references to Dogen Zenji’s work, emphasizing the intricate balance between yielding to forces and applying gentle persuasion. A primary focus is on Dogen's "Genjokoan,"... *Time, Dogen, Practice*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Aug 05 2012 Green Gulch Farm
Sesshin Talk - day 5 Serial: SF-09332 8/4/2012, Teah Strozer dharma talk at City Center. The talk at City Center reflects on the interplay of silence and practice during a three-week Zen retreat, emphasizing the concept of presence as taught in Zen Buddhism. The discussion revolves around the teachings of Dogen,... *Time, Suffering, Practice*	Teah Strozer	Aug 04 2012 City Center
The Impossible Request Serial: SF-09343 8/4/2012, Marc Lesser dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the theme of what constitutes the "impossible request" that life asks, relating it to personal experiences and Zen practice, including the application of the three minds – joyful mind, grandmother mind, and... *Vow, Practice, Letting Go*	Marc Lesser	Aug 04 2012 Tassajara
Sesshin Talk - day 4 Serial: SF-09320 8/3/2012, Teah Strozer dharma talk at City Center. The talk addresses the nature of being present and the illusion of time within Zen practice. It emphasizes how delusion and ego reinforce separation and suffering, while the practice of staying in the present moment dismantles... *Time, Practice, Stillness*	Teah Strozer	Aug 03 2012 City Center
Sesshin Talk - day 3 Serial: SF-09326 8/2/2012, Teah Strozer dharma talk at City Center. The talk addresses the concept of mindfulness and presence, emphasizing the potential to go beyond old mental patterns and belief systems. The discussion elaborates on experiencing a state of groundlessness and the importance of... *Time, Practice, Dogen*	Teah Strozer	Aug 02 2012 City Center
Sesshin Talk - day 2 Serial: SF-09312 8/1/2012, Teah Strozer dharma talk at City Center. The talk centers on the concept of mindfulness in everyday life and during meditation, with a focus on the practice of kin-yin and the examination of sensory experiences and hindrances. The speaker discusses Dogen's view on the... *Time, Doubt, Hindrances*	Teah Strozer	Aug 01 2012 City Center
Sesshin Talk - day 1 Serial: SF-09460 7/31/2012, Teah Strozer dharma talk at City Center. The talk examines the interconnectedness of self-awareness and group consciousness within Zen practice. It discusses how personal mindfulness impacts collective experiences, and emphasizes the importance of living in the present... *Time, Buddha, Practice*	Teah Strozer	Jul 31 2012 City Center

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