by CML | Feb 17, 2015 | Dharma Talks
In this talk, Soryu joins other teachers in addressing the issue of global warming. He approaches it by way of the Buddhist teaching that mind is chief. Our actions are a reflection of our state of mind. If we want to change the world, paying attention to our state of...
by CML | Feb 17, 2015 | Dharma Talks
In this talk, Soryu talks about how concentration is the most fundamental skill. We explore the relationship between awareness and ignorance. See how this connects to our solutions to internal and external problems. Deepen your understanding of this talk by following...
by CML | Jan 29, 2015 | Dharma Talks
In this evening’s talk, Daniel Thorson, a CML resident, discusses the theme of stories. Daniel begins by saying that he spent much of his life seeking stories that would give him ultimate meaning and explanation (social theories, philosophies, etc.) but that he soon...
by CML | Nov 13, 2014 | Dharma Talks
In this evenings talk, Soryu discusses the importance of developing a healthy relationship with our bodies and how many forces (personal and societal) can make this challenging. Further, we learn how body awareness practices allows us to experience deep fulfillment in...
by CML | Nov 13, 2014 | Dharma Talks
In this evening’s talk, Soryu tells us about a conversation that he head with a fellow practitioner and friend. They talked about the possibility of purifying one’s mind to the point of eliminating all mental afflictions and how this leads to a natural rejoice and...