by CML | Nov 11, 2014 | Dharma Talks
Jacob Newman, a CEDAR resident, tells the story of a family tragedy and a story about Hafez, a Persian mystical poet. Common themes of the stories include the clarification of what is truly fulfilling in life and the importance of surrounding ourselves with people who...
by CML | Nov 11, 2014 | Dharma Talks
In this evening’s talk, Soryu discusses the importance of basing one’s practice on three pillars: morality, generosity, and patience. We also hear how we can train ourselves to ‘find the wisdom’ in our own thoughts and emotions and in other people and how this leads...
by CML | Oct 20, 2014 | Dharma Talks
In this evening’s talk, Soryu discusses the way in which community can – if we act cleverly – help us establish discipline. We also explore the curious relationship between seeing clearly and compassion. Deepen your understanding of this talk by following...
by CML | Oct 7, 2014 | Dharma Talks
In this evening’s talk, Soryu tackles the central question: What’s the relationship between sitting still and changing the world for the better? His eloquent answer connects the following elements: Positive Behavior Change and Concentration (leads to) Unconditional...
by CML | Oct 7, 2014 | Dharma Talks
In this evening’s talk, Soryu discusses surface and deep conditional and unconditional happiness and…how you put ‘em all together! We also consider shame as a hindrance, which keeps us from attaining such happinesses and how positive behavior change is an...