The Story of Breath

In this evening’s guided meditation, Daniel Thorson, a CML resident, first asks us to fill our bodies with awareness. We then focus on our breath, noticing when we are pulled into story. Lastly, we practice a noting exercise where we allow our attention to wander...

The Self Destructing Story

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...

Resolution for the New Year

In traditional Japanese Monasteries, New Year’s Eve is marked as an important occasion for reflection. In this evening’s talk Soryu discusses the importance of seeing the end of the year as an indication for our passing and precious lives. Soryu begins...

Breath With Your Whole Body

In this evening’s meditation, Danny Morris, a CML resident, leads us in unique and powerful breath meditations. Most interestingly, the whole group is instructed to breath at the same time and pace. Complete this guidance by listening to the associated Dharma Talk....

Trust Your Experience

In this evening’s talk, Danny Morris, a CML resident, discusses the importance of creativity, balancing effort with letting go, and supportive friendships. Creativity is important as it allows us to discover ways to actually DO a technique. Balancing effort with...