Best Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot Podcasts (2024)

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Darkness as Medicine (6 of 6) 46:16

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This is part 2 of the Feb 18th session where Osho Zenju and participants engage in Q&A. In the third part of her series “Darkness is Medicine,” Zenju Earthlyn Manuel delves into the ancestral perspectives on darkness, highlighting its importance and application in our lives, especially during challenging times. She discusses the concept of light me…

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Darkness as Medicine (5 of 6) 58:36

2d ago58:36

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In the third part of her series “Darkness is Medicine,” Zenju Earthlyn Manuel delves into the ancestral perspectives on darkness, highlighting its importance and application in our lives, especially during challenging times. She discusses the concept of light merging with darkness, as described by Thich Nhat Hanh, to emphasize that darkness does no…

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Darkness as Medicine (4 of 6) 40:21

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This is part 2 of the Feb 11th session where Osho Zenju and participants engage in Q&A. In the second talk of the series “Darkness as Medicine,” Zenju Earthlyn Manuel begins with Prajnaparamita, an ancient deity representing the perfection of wisdom, often associated with the removal of suffering through enlightenment. Manuel also explores the conc…

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Darkness as Medicine (3 of 6) 59:33

2h ago59:33

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In the second talk of the series “Darkness as Medicine,” Zenju Earthlyn Manuel begins with Prajnaparamita, an ancient deity representing the perfection of wisdom, often associated with the removal of suffering through enlightenment. Manuel also explores the concept of darkness not as a negative force but as an essential aspect of spiritual growth a…

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Darkness as Medicine (2 of 6) 48:27

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This is part 2 of the Feb 4th session where Osho Zenju and participants engage in Q&A. “Darkness as Medicine” delves into the concept of societal and personal ailments as opportunities for profound spiritual reflection and transformation. Zenju Earthlyn Manuel articulates a cycle where love can turn into possession, protection, and ultimately annih…

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Darkness as Medicine (1 of 6) 1:05:05

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“Darkness as Medicine” delves into the concept of societal and personal ailments as opportunities for profound spiritual reflection and transformation. Zenju Earthlyn Manuel articulates a cycle where love can turn into possession, protection, and ultimately annihilation, depicting it as a deep-rooted illness that parallels the pervasive impact of t…

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The Bodhisattva’s Activism (8 of 8) 57:59

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This is the Q&A with the participants during the final session and the vow ceremony … This final session was a thoughtful discussion on the role and experiences of Bodhisattvas in the modern world. Roshi Joan, Dekila Chungyalpa, and John Dunne emphasize the importance of community, compassion, and the interconnectivity of all beings as realities to…

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The Bodhisattva’s Activism (7 of 8) 1:21:00

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This final session was a thoughtful discussion on the role and experiences of Bodhisattvas in the modern world. Roshi Joan, Dekila Chungyalpa, and John Dunne emphasize the importance of community, compassion, and the interconnectivity of all beings as realities to be seen and expressed through practice. The discussion continues, covering various as…

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The Bodhisattva’s Activism (6 of 8) 1:01:20

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In this dynamic session Roshi Joan, Dekila Chungyalpa, and John Dunne dig into the ethical dilemmas, mindfulness practices, and nuances of engaged Buddhism. The group explores some difficult questions around the necessity of sometimes engaging in negative actions to prevent greater harms, reflecting on historical and hypothetical scenarios where di…

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The Bodhisattva’s Activism (5 of 8) 41:31

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In this panel discussion with John Dunne, Dekila Chungyalpa, and program participants the group reflects on various topics from the previous presentations. One main point of focus centers around “eco-anxiety” and how it is impacting native cultures, whose identities are intwined with the environment, and young adults who are despairing over their f…

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The Bodhisattva’s Activism (4 of 8) 58:32

2d ago58:32

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In this talk Dekila Chungyalpa discusses the relationship between humanity and Earth from the perspective of the Bodhisattva vows in Buddhism. The session begins with Dekila reflecting on her roots in Sikkim, […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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The Bodhisattva’s Activism (3 of 8) 1:02:32

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This talk, delivered by John Dunne, discusses the principles and practices of the Bodhisattva path as outlined by Shanti Deva, a revered figure in Mahayana Buddhism. John delves into the philosophical […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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The Bodhisattva’s Activism (2 of 8) 1:15:25

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Roshi Joan begins this session with a simple display of how common and closely participants are connected to war (past and present) through familial relationships. She opens the room to […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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The Bodhisattva’s Activism (1 of 8) 1:03:53

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In this opening session for The Bodhisattva’s Activism Roshi Joan, John Dunne, and Dekila Chungyalpa plant seeds for the context and importance of this program. Roshi frames the theme of this program […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Four Flavors of Love: Upekkha Part 2 (6 of 6) 1:23:31

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This is a continuation of final session which concludes the four part series Four Flavors of Love. Frank Ostaseski reminds us the brahmaviharas are considered powerful and beautiful aspects of […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Four Flavors of Love: Upekkha Part 1 (5 of 6) 47:07

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This session concludes the four part series Four Flavors of Love. Frank Ostaseski reminds us the brahmaviharas are considered powerful and beautiful aspects of the human mind and heart that […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Four Flavors of Love: Mudita (4 of 6) 1:32:28

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In this session of the Four Flavors of Love participants focus on Mudita, the third Brahma vihara, which translates to appreciative joy or sympathetic joy. Mudita involves finding joy in […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Four Flavors of Love: Karuna Part 2 (3 of 6) 56:33

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This is a continuation of the second session of this series where Frank Ostaseski emphasizes the interconnectedness of the four brahmaviharas and how they support each other. This talk focus […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Four Flavors of Love: Karuna Part 1 (2 of 6) 1:05:31

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In the second session of this series Frank Ostaseski emphasizes the interconnectedness of the four brahmaviharas and how they support each other. This talk focus on Karuna (Compassion) and includes […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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On Dharma and Ecology 42:40

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Two days after the skies darkened from the solar eclipse, Sensei Wendy Johnson reminds us that “in dark times, the eye begins to see.” With her characteristic spirit and tenderness, […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Four Flavors of Love: Metta (1 of 6) 1:30:12

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This session from the Four Flavors of Love is the first session in the series covering the four brahmaviharas. Frank Ostaseski emphasizes the importance of the brahmaviharas and suggests the […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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When the mind seeks nothing, this is called the Way 39:44

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At the end of Upaya’s practice period studying Vasubandhu’s Yogacara teachings, Sensei Shinzan shares with us the story of Vasubandhu’s awakening. Vasubandhu, a diligent student attached to his ascetic form […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Varela International Symposium 2023: Worldmaking/Sensemaking: Precariousness, Connectedness, Cooperation (9 of 9) 51:37

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In this final session the Varela 2023 speakers share their reflections and thoughts on various topics discussed during the symposium. The conversation includes discussions about the relationship between knowledge and […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Varela International Symposium 2023: Worldmaking/Sensemaking: Precariousness, Connectedness, Cooperation (8 of 9) 54:46

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Andreas Roepstorff gives a charming talk on world and sense making, noting that precariousness, connectedness, and cooperation, concepts which help define sense making, are not esoteric but real and worth […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Varela International Symposium 2023: Worldmaking/Sensemaking: Precariousness, Connectedness, Cooperation (7 of 9) 1:06:17

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Adam Frank describes his divergence from a quest for an ultimate reality in physics, emphasizing the need to change existing scientific narratives. He discusses the uniqueness of life in contrast […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Varela International Symposium 2023: Worldmaking/Sensemaking: Precariousness, Connectedness, Cooperation (6 of 9) 59:02

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Richard Davidson discusses the remarkable impact of short, targeted interventions on human well-being. From addressing loneliness to enhancing empathy, these brief practices can create lasting positive change in individuals and […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Varela International Symposium 2023: Worldmaking/Sensemaking: Precariousness, Connectedness, Cooperation (5 of 9) 1:02:22

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In this talk Molly Crockett explores the transformative power of story telling. She emphasizes how our stories create the boundaries for the kind of world we think is possible. Molly […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Varela International Symposium 2023: Worldmaking/Sensemaking: Precariousness, Connectedness, Cooperation (4 of 9) 1:05:16

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Melissa Nelson guides us on a profound journey through indigenous wisdom and ancient narratives. This talk discusses the deep-rooted lessons of kinship, courage, and cooperation that guide us towards a […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Varela International Symposium 2023: Worldmaking/Sensemaking: Precariousness, Connectedness, Cooperation (3 of 9) 1:14:17

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Laura Candiotto discusses the concept of responsibility in the context of participatory sense-making and ethical environmental concerns. She reflects on the experience of witnessing rivers drying up due to the […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Varela International Symposium 2023: Worldmaking/Sensemaking: Precariousness, Connectedness, Cooperation (2 of 9) 52:38

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John Dunne kicks off the Varela talks by discussing the symposium’s theme of inaction and sense-making, drawing parallels to organisms making sense of their environments and constructing categories based on […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Varela International Symposium 2023: Worldmaking/Sensemaking: Precariousness, Connectedness, Cooperation (1 of 9) 46:09

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Roshi Joan and the other speakers frame the outline of the program, priming us for a captivating journey through the complexities of life, from indigenous epistemologies to the physics of […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Inside Vasubandhu’s Yogacara 45:51

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Ben Connelly takes us on a deep dive into the history and the heart of Buddhist philosopher Vasubandhu and the influential Yogacara teachings. Ben describes how the Yogacara school sought […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Gratefulness and Generosity 2023 1:29:52

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Roshi and Frank delve into a deeply reflective exploration of gratitude, generosity, and the profound interconnectedness of life, framed within the context of personal experiences and insights. This program weaves […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Being Awake 1:36:46

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Sharon Salzberg reflects on her early life experiences of feeling fragmented and lacking a sense of coherence, values, and belonging. She discusses the concept of integration symbolized by the Buddha […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Love and Death 2023: Opening the Great Gifts (8 of 8) 34:00

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This is a continuation of the morning session (the final session of the program) during which Roshi, Frank, and the participants from the program open up and share their touching […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Love and Death 2023: Opening the Great Gifts (7 of 8) 55:32

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In this final session of the program, Roshi, Frank, and the participants from the program open up and share their touching experiences, and final thoughts/ feelings from the sessions. In […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Love and Death 2023: Opening the Great Gifts (6 of 8) 1:10:59

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In this session Frank initiates a discussion about the participants’ reactions to a series of photographs depicting individuals in the process of dying. The participants express what attracts and repels […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Love and Death 2023: Opening the Great Gifts (5 of 8) 52:46

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This is a continuation of the afternoon session during which Roshi guides a meditation practice focused on cultivating loving-kindness and compassion. The practice involves extending love and care to oneself […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Love and Death 2023: Opening the Great Gifts (4 of 8) 58:32

22d ago58:32

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Roshi guides a meditation practice focused on cultivating loving-kindness and compassion. The practice involves extending love and care to oneself and others, including those who may be difficult or trigger […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Love and Death 2023: Opening the Great Gifts (3 of 8) 1:02:10

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This is a continuation of the morning session during which Roshi and Frank reflect on personal experiences, teachings, and encounters that shaped their perspectives on life, love, and death. They […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Love and Death 2023: Opening the Great Gifts (2 of 8) 54:16

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Roshi and Frank reflect on personal experiences, teachings, and encounters that shaped their perspectives on life, love, and death. They touch on themes of justice, social and environmental issues, personal […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Love and Death 2023: Opening the Great Gifts (1 of 8) 57:28

23d ago57:28

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This opening session of Love and Death touches on themes of love, death, and the profound impact isolation had on us during the pandemic. Roshi and Frank share personal experiences […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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The Wisdom of Yogacara 43:22

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Sensei Kathie Fischer skillfully delves into the teachings of Vasubandhu and the influential Yogacara school of Buddhism. The Yogacara teachings “offer what we call an education, scaffolding, for understanding our […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Dogen Seminar 2023: Aspects of Awakening (8 of 8) 59:56

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Teachers and participants gather for the final session of the Dogen Seminar. Teachers share their final thoughts and reflections on the meaning of Dogen’s work and how it inspires and […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Dogen Seminar 2023: Aspects of Awakening (7 of 8) 1:05:40

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In this talk Roshi Norman Fischer and Sensei Kathie Fischer talk about Dogen’s Fascicle Continuous Practice. To access the resources page for this program, please sign up by clicking here.By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Dogen Seminar 2023: Aspects of Awakening (6 of 8) 54:53

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In this engaging discussion among Zen practitioners and teachers, profound insights into meditation, Zen philosophy, and the nature of reality are explored. The conversation is filled with humor, wisdom, and […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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The Power of Each Moment of Intentionality 44:13

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In this talk, Sensei Monshin discusses the Yogacara or “Mind Only” teachings of 5th century Buddhist scholar Vasubandhu. Central to Vasubandhu’s teaching is the idea that we create separateness with […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Dogen Seminar 2023: Aspects of Awakening (5 of 8) 59:40

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In this talk Ruth Ozeki shares her reflections on gabio or painted rice cake fascicle. To access the resources page for this program, please sign up by clicking here.By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Dogen Seminar 2023: Aspects of Awakening (4 of 8) 1:07:04

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In this talk Sensei Kaz discussed various topics, including the concept of perfection, the importance of practice and realization, the role of translation in conveying authenticity, and the personality of […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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Dogen Seminar 2023: Aspects of Awakening (3 of 8) 1:03:59

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In this talk Henry explores Dogen’s work as transcending duality, emphasizing inner peace through Zen practice which is a continuous engagement with the present moment, free from attachment to outcomes […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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