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| THE
HEART OF MEDITATION |
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| An
Introduction to Meditation from the Discovering
Natural Mind Series |
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| Through meditation we can
discover greater peace of mind, diffuse suffering
and frustration, and uncover our compassionate
nature. This course offers a taste of the practice
of meditation and shows how the ancient wisdom
of Tibet can help each one of us in every aspect
of our lives. Based on the classic bestseller,
The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying, and
other teachings by Sogyal Rinpoche, participants
will receive instructions on how to meditate as
well as teachings on the benefits of meditation.
This course combines videotape selections of teachings
by Sogyal Rinpoche, with instruction, guided meditation,
and group discussion. |
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| 4-8 sessions: 2 hours |
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| COMPASSION,
THE INFINITE TREASURE |
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| An
Introduction to Compassion Practice from the Discovering
Natural Mind Series |
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| Through occupying our minds
with love and compassion we experience the joy
and happiness that free us from the prison of
our own suffering and negativity. Because we often
find it difficult to love ourselves, we first
need to develop self esteem and a healthy love
for ourselves. For this reason, we begin on the
path of altruism with the practice of loving kindness.
This course offers a taste of the practice of
compassion and a glimpse into the profound compassion
teachings from the ancient wisdom tradition of
Buddhism. Based on the classic bestseller, The
Tibetan Book of Living and Dying, and other
teachings by Sogyal Rinpoche, participants will
learn about the logic and power of compassion
as well as receive instruction on the practice
of loving kindness. This course combines video
selections of teachings by Sogyal Rinpoche, with
instruction, guided meditation, and group discussion. |
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| THE
WISDOM OF REFLECTION AND CONTEMPLATION |
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An Introduction to the Practice
of Reflection from the
Discovering Natural Mind
Series |
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As we look deeply into impermanence,
we see that everything is interdependent and that
our actions, words and thoughts have great power
in determining our future. When you realize and
accept the universality of impermanence, that
everyone suffers at the hands of death, the very
act of that acceptance brings with it the letting
go. Realizing the truth of impermanence not only
helps us to let of grasping, it leaves something
even greater behind it – it removes the veils
of ignorance. Permanence dissolves, and in the
truth of impermanence is revealed the limitless,
skylike nature of mind.
This course offers a taste of the practice of
reflection and contemplation from the ancient
wisdom tradition of Buddhism. Based on the classic
bestseller, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying,
and other teachings by Sogyal Rinpoche, participants
will learn of the power of relection, and how
to apply it to our daily lives. This course combines
video selections of teachings by Sogyal Rinpoche,
with instruction, guided meditation, and group
discussion. |
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| 4 sessions: 2 hours |
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| NATURAL
GREAT PEACE |
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Our real problem is one of
mental manipulation and fabrication. But if we
keep our mind pure and allow it to rest quietly,
in the natural state, what happens as we practice
is quite extraordinary. As Buddha said, "With
our thoughts we make the world."
This course explores meditation as a practice
for inner peace, and the blessings revealed when
we come in touch with the nature of our mind.
The emphasis in this instruction is on naturalness,
and on allowing our mind simply to be, unaltered
and without changing anything at all. Based on
the classic bestseller, The Tibetan Book of Living
and Dying, and other teachings by Sogyal Rinpoche,
this course combines video selections of teachings
by Sogyal Rinpoche, with instruction, guided meditation,
and group discussion. |
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| 4 sessions: 2 hours |
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| Tranquility
Meditation |
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| Meditation defuses negativity,
aggression, and turbulent emotions, bringing about
peace of mind and naturally revealing one's good
heart. These sessions of short meditation periods
are not a course, but an opportunity for people
at all levels of meditation experience to come
together in practice. Everyone is welcome, including
those new to the practice. |
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| Weekly or bi-weekly sessions:
1.5 to 2 hours |
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| Let's
Study Together: Going Deeper |
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| These study sessions allow
all of us to follow the thread of Sogyal Rinpoche's
recent teaching cycles and to deepen our understanding
of how the teachings interrelate and evolve. Based
on the Rigpalink series of audio and video highlights
from Rinpoche's recent teachings, students at
all levels will find these study sessions to be
a source of inspiration. Everyone is welcome,
including those new to the teachings. |
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| Bi-weekly or monthly sessions:
2 hours |
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| Open
House: Ancient Wisdom for the Modern World |
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| Discover the relevance of
the ancient wisdom of Tibet for the modern world.
Come enjoy a discussion on this theme, a taste
of meditation, and a powerful video teaching by
Sogyal Rinpoche, author of the classic bestseller,
The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying. |
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| 1 session: 2 hours |
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| Open
House: The Benefits of Meditation |
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| Scientific research has shown
the many benefits of meditation, from reducing
high blood pressure to relieving stress to bringing
comfort to those with serious illnesses. Come
enjoy a taste of meditation and an inspiring video
teaching by Sogyal Rinpoche, author of the classic
bestseller, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying. |
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| 1 session: 2 hours |
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| Open
House: The Power of Compassion |
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| When we practice kindness,
it is our own mind that becomes filled with love
and compassion, and we receive that benefit. Come
enjoy a discussion on this theme and a powerful
video teaching by Sogyal Rinpoche, author of the
classic bestseller, The Tibetan Book of Living
and Dying. |
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| 1 session: 2 hours |
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