On the occasion of Sakadawa Day, the day of Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and death, there is great merit in taking the Eight Mahayana precepts for 24 hours. The precepts are taken at dawn just before the local area’s sunrise. Please note: The precept of “not eating at the wrong time” refers to not eating after…
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An Experiential Workshop on the Neuroscience of Meditation to Ease Anxiety and Self-Criticism in a Time of Uncertainty This day-long experiential workshop will provide instruction and experiential practice in several mindfulness and compassion practices shown to be effective for worry, self-criticism, and depressive rumination. It will also provide a comprehensive and current explanation of the…
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This day of meditation will include an instruction session, practice sessions, and a discussion session facilitated by Jewel Heart Instructors Hartmut Sagolla and Supa Corner. Open to all experience levels. Date/Time: Saturday, May 16, 9:00am – 5:00pm Venue: Online Only SCHEDULE 9:00 am – 10:30 am – INSTRUCTION SESSION Supporting Materials for the Instruction Session…
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In this moment of crisis, we have an opportunity to shift our minds from stress-inducing consumption of upsetting news to the spiritual path. We will be studying and applying the lessons of Shantideva’s Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life to turn this time of pandemic into a beneficial period. About Demo Rinpoche DAY/TIMES: Thursdays,…
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