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February 25, 2012, 1 p.m. MT
The Future of Buddhism. An online discussion hosted by
Buddhist Geeks.
Because the Buddha taught the dharma as a practice rather than a dogma, to begin our spiritual path by openly questioning and examining the dharma is important, and to make the our practice personal and authentic, even more so. This is true for us as individuals and as a culture. But exactly how we examine the dharma - the approach we take - will determine whether or not genuine dharma will take root in the West. In the next link, Elizabeth will explore the many questions that surround this very relevant and alive topic.
March 11, 2012
Sacred World, Phuntsok Choling, Ward, CO
Vajrayana Buddhism introduces us to a sacred world through the rich and magical imagery of deities and mandalas. But until we understand the wisdom behind this imagery it will have no personal meaning for us. The Vajrayana forms ask us to look deeply into what lies beyond our limited notions of what is real and what is unreal—beyond the ordinary realm of belief and doubt. These practices teach us to value and utilize all of our experience to free the mind, and bring us to a very different way of seeing things.
March 23-25, 2012
The Essence of the Path. Steamboat Buddhist Center, Steamboat Springs, CO
All the great meditation masters point out the importance of honesty for practitioners. In this spirit we have to be able to ask ourselves, “Are we really practicing?” This is a subtle and indispensable question from the beginning to the end of the path. Elizabeth will examine this topic in what will be a lively weekend of talks, discussion and practice.
Friday, April 13, 2012
Looking into the World: Distrust and Certainty, New York Shambhala Center, New York City
In his poem “Looking Into the World,” Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche describes the need to develop a strong “distrust” in life and relationships. Contemplating the unreliability of things is the foundation of the Buddhist path and serves an important purpose in the process of awakening. Why does distrust free us and how does it serve as the basis for the certitude that develops on the path?
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Fire Lotus Zen Center, New York City
On the Buddhist spiritual path we encounter a variety of meditation techniques and other traditional forms of practice. We may practice meditation watching our breath or doing koan introspection; we may chant sutras and study the teachings of ancient masters; and practice walking and eating meditation. Yet, it is possible to be active with any of these techniques without truly practicing at all.
During this gathering with Tibetan Buddhist teacher and long-time practitioner, Elizabeth Mattis-Namgyal, we will discuss various topics related to this theme: How do we discern the difference between when we are practicing and when we are not? Facing our deep habitual tendencies, how do we recognize and choose freedom over confusion? Where is the place of true rest for a practitioner? In the afternoon session we will further develop our inquiry through the Bodhisattva practice of tonglen a brilliant method of utilizing experience as a means to awaken wisdom mind and the heart of compassion, bringing honest practice into our daily lives.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Fixing Versus Healing, New York Shambhala Center, New York
When we face challenges or problems we almost always rush to “fix” them. But by letting life touch us, rather than trying to live around its challenges, we discover the qualities of compassion, deep insight, and responsiveness. We learn that healing vs. fixing allows us to live a more courageous and meaningful life. Elizabeth will examine this topic in what will be a lively day of talks, discussion and practice.
May 18, 2012
The Pratice of Bearing Witness, Public Talk at Darmouth Chapel, Hanover, NH
These days many people say that they often feel overwhelmed by the suffering in the world, let alone their own personal pain. We all have ways in which we turn away from life when we feel that the world is too painful, or complicated, or even too beautiful for us. The practice of bearing witness - which lies at the heart of all true spiritual practice – is a freeing, emboldening and poignant approach to life. This practice reveals that we are big enough for life as it presents itself to us.
May 19, 2012
Sacred World. Pema Osel Do Ngak Choling, Vershire, VT
See above.