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Trusting the Ox Serial: SF-10709 9/5/2010, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk examines the allegorical story of "Great Joy," an ox representing spiritual strength and the importance of faith over fear, relating it to the Zen practice with the kleshas (Sanskrit for afflictions) and actions taken... *Practice, Work, Time*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Sep 05 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Practicing in the Mud Serial: SF-10557 9/4/2010, Zesho Susan O'Connell dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the concept of "practicing in the mud" to confront and accept one's imperfections and perceived inadequacies in the context of Zen practice. It critiques the pursuit of self-improvement as a form of avoidance... *Freedom, Practice, Time*	Zesho Susan O'Connell	Sep 04 2010 City Center
The Wind Supports the Condors Wings Serial: SF-10622 9/3/2010, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the central theme of the self and other, emphasizing how Zen practice helps in understanding the fluid and interconnected nature of reality, often captured in the distinction between delusion and enlightenment... *Zazen, Practice, Tassajara*	Leslie James	Sep 03 2010 Tassajara
OMG: Dogen's Concept of God Serial: SF-10655 9/2/2010, Brad Warner dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk examines Dogen's concept of God as expressed in the Shobogenzo, with a focus on the fascicle "Immo," which is translated to mean "it," "that," or "what," signifying the ineffable reality or truth in Buddhist philosophy.... *Time, Hate, Buddhism*	Brad Warner	Sep 02 2010 Tassajara
How Remarkable You Are Serial: SF-10712 8/29/2010, Marc Lesser dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the integration of Zen principles such as mindfulness and impermanence into everyday life, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the remarkable nature of being alive and the interconnectedness of all beings... *Practice, Time, Letting Go*	Marc Lesser	Aug 29 2010 Green Gulch Farm
The Heart of Personal Practice Serial: SF-10596 8/28/2010, Mark Lancaster dharma talk at City Center. The main focus of the talk is on exploring the Zen path, particularly addressing common human experiences such as resistance, confusion, and affliction. The discussion emphasizes using simplicity, honesty, and kindness in... *Practice, Work, Happiness*	Mark Lancaster	Aug 28 2010 City Center
The Intersection of Zen and Clowning (At the Orphanage) Serial: SF-10532 8/25/2010, Edward Espe Brown dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the intersection of Zen practice and the concept of embracing one's authentic self, including imperfections and humorous aspects, as part of spiritual growth. It emphasizes the idea of not attempting to master... *Time, Meditation, Practice*	Edward Espe Brown	Aug 25 2010 Tassajara
Seeing in the Dark Serial: SF-10624 8/21/2010, Laura Burges dharma talk at City Center. The talk examines the theme of finding value and enlightenment in difficult times, drawing parallels between the Greek myth of Persephone and the practice of Zen Buddhism. It emphasizes that facing and embracing darkness can lead... *Practice, Time, Suffering*	Unclear	Aug 21 2010 City Center
Three Cups of the Finest Wine in China Serial: SF-10631 8/21/2010, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the concept of 'staying in the container' as a metaphor for sustained practice in Zen, emphasizing the need to stay present without seeking personal accomplishment. It critically analyzes Case 10 from the "... *Name, Practice, Time*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Aug 21 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Not Knowing Serial: SF-10678 8/21/2010, Zoketsu Norman Fischer dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk examines the Zen teaching story of Fa Yan and Dijang, emphasizing the concept of "not knowing" as a form of intimacy and a synonym for enlightenment. The narrative delves into the contrast between conventional knowledge... *Practice, Effort, Intimacy*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Aug 21 2010 Tassajara
What Is It That Thus Comes? Serial: SF-10628 8/19/2010, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the continuous challenge of recognizing and overcoming delusions in Zen practice, referencing a classic Zen dialogue between Nanyue and Huineng about undefiled nature and true understanding. The discussion... *Practice, Time, Mindfulness*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Aug 19 2010 Green Gulch Farm
The Meaning of Life at Tassajara Serial: SF-10637 8/19/2010, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk reflects on the significance of communal practice at Tassajara, addressing both psychological and spiritual dimensions of Zen practice. The discussion emphasizes the roles and responsibilities within the community and... *Practice Period, Practice, Work*	Leslie James	Aug 19 2010 Tassajara
Mudita Serial: SF-10593 8/18/2010, Zoketsu Norman Fischer dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the Buddhist practice of mudita, which is the cultivation of joy in experiencing the joy of others, emphasizing its role in overcoming self-centeredness and fostering self-expansion and altruistic behavior. It... *Practice, Happiness, Time*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Aug 18 2010 Tassajara
Points of Sesshin Forms and Dana Paramita Serial: SF-10680 8/17/2010, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk at the San Francisco Zen Center explores the practice of mindfulness during sesshin, with a focus on the customs and practices around oryoki meals, highlighting non-grasping through dana paramita—generosity. The... *Practice, Desire, Bowing*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Aug 17 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Confidence in True Nature Sitting with Alignment and Generosity Serial: SF-10616 8/16/2010, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk emphasizes the practice of sitting zazen as a means to express one's original mind, drawing on the teachings of alignment and generosity. It recounts the story of Yunju, highlighting the importance of not becoming... *Breath, Practice, Time*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Aug 16 2010 Green Gulch Farm
The Paths of Hopelessness and Despair and Utter Extinction, and Dealing with Them Serial: SF-10529 8/15/2010, Dairyu Michael Wenger dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk presents a nuanced discussion of Zen practice as an interplay between sudden and gradual enlightenment, highlighting how both approaches are essential to understanding Zen. The speaker connects this duality to themes of... *Time, Practice, Work*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Aug 15 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Making Our Best Effort on Each Moment Forever Serial: SF-10535 8/14/2010, Zenkei Blanche Hartman dharma talk at City Center. The talk centers around the practice of Zen and developing compassion through mindful actions in daily life, emphasizing the importance of being present in each moment and recognizing the interconnectedness of all beings. Stories... *Suzuki Roshi, Love, Practice Period*	Unclear	Aug 14 2010 City Center
Fear and Freedom Serial: SF-10687 8/14/2010, Kathy Early dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the interplay between fear and freedom within the context of Zen practice, highlighting awareness as a tool for examining fear and fostering personal growth. Detailed references to Buddhist teachings, such as... *Freedom, Time, Buddha*	Kathy Early	Aug 14 2010 Tassajara
Meditation's Effect on the Neurological Basis of Racial Bias Serial: SF-10621 8/11/2010, Professor john a. powell dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the interconnectedness of spiritual practice, implicit bias, and social justice through the lens of Zen philosophy. It highlights the significance of implicit bias and its impact on perceptions of race,... *Practice, Time, Work*	john a. powell	Aug 11 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Good and Plenty Serial: SF-10671 8/10/2010, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk emphasizes the transformative power of Zen practice in reshaping long-held body-mind patterns, the legacy of Robert Aikenroshi, and the concept of Dharma transmission as exemplified by key traditional koans. A personal... *Practice, Dharma Transmission, Buddha*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Aug 10 2010 Tassajara
Appreciating Our Life Serial: SF-10584 8/7/2010, Marc Lesser dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the concept of "appreciating your life" in the context of Zen practice, specifically through the examination of power, impermanence, no self, and awakening. It emphasizes the importance of becoming intimate with... *Practice, Suffering, Time*	Marc Lesser	Aug 07 2010 Tassajara
Ocean Seal Samadhi Serial: SF-10615 8/7/2010, Shohaku Okumura dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the concept of silence through a children's story and reflects on the deep and subtle nature of ego in Buddhist practice. It transitions into a discussion on the ocean as a metaphor, reflected in Dogen's "Ocean... *Sangha, Buddha, Practice*	Shohaku Okumura	Aug 07 2010 City Center
Wise Speech Serial: SF-10591 8/4/2010, Shahara Godfrey dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the practice of wise speech as part of the Buddhist Eightfold Path, examining the nuances and challenges involved in being mindful of one's words and the impact they have on others. The discussion underscores... *Practice, Time, Intention*	Shahara Godfrey	Aug 04 2010 City Center
Practicing Peace Serial: SF-10651 8/4/2010, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk delves into the theme of peace, emphasizing internal peace and its manifestation in personal and global relations. It reflects on the teachings of Shinryu Suzuki Roshi, notably his aspiration to teach Buddhism for world... *War, Suzuki Roshi, Peace*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Aug 04 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Just A Comma Serial: SF-10537 8/1/2010, Daigan Lueck dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk focuses on the power of language and storytelling within Zen practice, using "The Runaway Bunny" by Margaret Wise Brown as an allegory for persistence and connection. Emphasized is the metaphorical meaning of... *Practice, Buddha, Time*	Daigan Lueck	Aug 01 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Practicing with Intention Serial: SF-10563 7/31/2010, Liping Zhu dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the role of intention in both Zen and Qigong practices, emphasizing how intention shapes our reality and well-being through the force of thought. It compares Buddhist and Taoist practices, highlighting the... *Practice, Intention, Vow*	Liping Zhu	Jul 31 2010 City Center
Going for Refuge Serial: SF-10693 7/31/2010, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at Tassajara. This talk explores the integration of Zen practice and Anusara Yoga, emphasizing the concept of "Going for Refuge" by taking refuge in the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. Using personal anecdotes and teachings, it underscores the... *Buddha, Practice, Yoga*	Zenshin Greg Fain	Jul 31 2010 Tassajara
The Courage of You Being You Serial: SF-10565 7/28/2010, Michael Wenger dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk examines the concept of "dual tracking," where Zen practice involves navigating the tension between self-improvement and self-acceptance. Emphasis is placed on courage as a vital quality for Zen students, allowing them... *Time, Work, Community*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Jul 28 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Staying a While Serial: SF-10576 7/25/2010, Christina Lehnherr dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk centers around the practice of mindfulness and being present, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and respecting all aspects of our experience equally, akin to bowing with reverence. It draws on Zen teachings and... *Time, Practice, Work*	Kiku Christina Lehnherr	Jul 25 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Grateful For Being Grateful Serial: SF-10585 7/24/2010, Zenkei Blanche Hartman dharma talk at City Center. The discussion centers on the practice of meditation and the cultivation of wisdom and compassion as described in Zen and Buddhist teachings. It emphasizes the importance of living with awareness and gratitude, guided by right... *Effort, Suzuki Roshi, Practice*	Unclear	Jul 24 2010 City Center
The Shape of Awakening Serial: SF-10638 7/24/2010, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk examines the concept of "mudra" as an expression of energy through physical and mental postures, extending beyond traditional hand gestures to embody a life of wisdom and compassion. The speaker emphasizes the importance... *Practice, Balance, Posture*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Jul 24 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Like Learning to Fly Serial: SF-10515 7/23/2010, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk emphasizes the concept of studying Buddhism as studying the self, advocating for a more experiential and intimate understanding rather than an intellectual one. It explores the analogy of developing familiarity with... *Pain, Zazen, Time*	Leslie James	Jul 23 2010 Tassajara
Angulimala and Shamata Practice Serial: SF-10522 7/21/2010, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the story of Angulimala from early Buddhism and its implications on the concept of practice. It examines the transformative power of nonviolence and the process of change through meditation and mindfulness. The... *Buddha, Practice, Time*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Jul 21 2010 Green Gulch Farm
This Mind Is Buddha Serial: SF-10643 7/21/2010, Shosan Victoria Austin dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the concept of "This very mind is Buddha" through the juxtaposition of two koans from Zen tradition, where Basso answers "Mind is Buddha" and later "No mind, no Buddha." This addresses the fluidity and paradox... *Buddha, Time, Practice*	Shosan Victoria Austin	Jul 21 2010 City Center
The Truth You Search for Cannot Be Grasped Serial: SF-10573 7/20/2010, Sojun Mel Weitsman dharma talk at Tassajara. This talk explores the theme of searching for truth within the context of Zen practice, primarily through the analysis of a poem by Xue Du. The discussion touches upon the challenges of grasping the illusive truth, the duality of... *Time, Practice, Suzuki Roshi*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jul 20 2010 Tassajara
The Importance of Problems in Practice Serial: SF-10549 7/18/2010, Edward Espe Brown dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The main thesis of the talk at Green Gulch Farm is the examination of "beginner's mind," as taught by Suzuki Roshi, and its role in Zen practice. The discourse elaborates on maintaining openness and curiosity, even in familiar... *Practice, Time, Suzuki Roshi*	Edward Espe Brown	Jul 18 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Early Buddhist Teachings on Emptiness Serial: SF-10556 7/18/2010, Gil Fronsdal dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk focuses on early Buddhist teachings on emptiness as found in the Pali Suttas, contrasting them with Mahayana interpretations. The doctrine of emptiness is deeply connected to karma, emphasizing the importance of... *Suffering, Buddha, Practice*	Gil Fronsdal	Jul 18 2010 Tassajara
Taking Refuge in Sangha Serial: SF-10523 7/17/2010, Shokan Jordan Thorn dharma talk at City Center. The talk at San Francisco Zen Center emphasizes the significance of Sangha in Zen practice, suggesting it as the essential component for the integration of Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. The speaker highlights the importance of... *Practice, Sangha, Buddha*	Shokan Jordan Thorn	Jul 17 2010 City Center
Anything Is Possible Serial: SF-10664 7/17/2010, Robert Thomas dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk addresses the importance of understanding the reasons behind Zen practice, contemplating why one engages in spiritual practice and its role in overcoming the illusion of separateness. The speaker shares personal stories... *Practice, Time, Bell*	Do-on Robert Thomas	Jul 17 2010 Tassajara
Joyful Effort Serial: SF-10677 7/15/2010, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the concept of "mudra"—traditionally a symbolic hand gesture in religious practices—and broadens it to encompass physical and metaphorical postures in life that summon specific energies. This notion is likened... *Practice, Effort, Time*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Jul 15 2010 Tassajara
The Practice of Love and Joy Serial: SF-10617 7/14/2010, Dr Marlene Jones dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk discusses the practices of love (metta) and joy (mudita) as key components of Buddhist practice, particularly emphasizing their transformative power in both personal and social contexts. It highlights the challenges of... *Love, Practice, Compassion*	Marlene Jones	Jul 14 2010 Green Gulch Farm
What's the Difference? Showing Up and Practicing across Lines of Difference Serial: SF-10635 7/14/2010, Mushim Ikeda dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on integrating Zen practice across diverse communities, emphasizing the importance of showing up and practicing across lines of difference. The central theme involves applying Zen in real-world contexts, like... *Practice, Work, Time*	Mushim Ikeda	Jul 14 2010 City Center
Listening to Wild Nature, Listening with the Eye of Wisdom Serial: SF-10543 7/11/2010, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the Zen practice of listening, emphasizing openness and dropping preconceptions to truly hear and experience the world, framed within the concept of hearing with the "eye of wisdom." The speaker recounts a... *Practice, Wisdom, Time*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Jul 11 2010 Green Gulch Farm
Stopping in the Middle of Your Life Serial: SF-10531 7/10/2010, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk centers on navigating personal struggles and finding meaning in life's transitions through Zen practices, focusing on the importance of pausing, reflection, and openness to new perspectives as opportunities for growth.... *Practice, Time, Zazen*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Jul 10 2010 City Center
What Bodhisattvas Do Serial: SF-10539 7/10/2010, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk delves into the role and training of a bodhisattva, focusing on the significance of the Lotus Sutra's predictions of enlightenment and the practical application of the paramitas. It emphasizes that living in the Saha... *Bodhisattva, Practice, Suzuki Roshi*	Zenshin Greg Fain	Jul 10 2010 Tassajara
Is This Enough? Serial: SF-10516 7/7/2010, Sarah Weintraub dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk focuses on the concept of socially engaged Buddhism, using the speaker's personal experiences in Colombia and at the Zen Center to explore the practical application of Buddhist principles in efforts to address suffering... *Community, Time, Work*	Sarah Weintraub	Jul 07 2010 Green Gulch Farm
A Walk to the Wind Caves Serial: SF-10580 7/7/2010, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the concept of living authentically in each moment, using Tassajara's natural setting as a metaphor for engaging with life directly rather than through preconceived notions. Drawing on the teachings of Dongshan... *Practice, Gratitude, Compassion*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Jul 07 2010 Tassajara
Dual Tracking Serial: SF-10705 7/7/2010, Michael Wenger dharma talk at City Center. The discussion focuses on the concept of "dual tracking," exploring how varying perspectives contribute to a deeper understanding in Zen practice. By drawing parallels between seeing with two eyes for depth perception and the... *Japan, Enemies, Practice*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Jul 07 2010 City Center
Practicing Presence in a Multi-tasking World Serial: SF-10577 7/4/2010, Taiyo Lipscomb dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk begins with a parable of a king and his subjects, illustrating ideas of autonomy and self-sufficiency, drawing an analogy to the metaphorical birth of independence celebrated on July 4th. It then transitions to an... *Time, Practice, Community*	Taiyo Lipscomb	Jul 04 2010 Green Gulch Farm
The Gift of Nothing Serial: SF-10612 7/3/2010, Christina Lehnherr dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the concepts of mindfulness, emotional awareness, and the practice of gratitude within the context of Zen philosophy. The emphasis is on learning to manage emotions—happiness, sadness, anger, love—through... *Love, Practice, Name*	Kiku Christina Lehnherr	Jul 03 2010 City Center

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