In-depth series of teachings on The Jewel Ornament of Liberation and how practitioners in today’s world might approach traditional texts written hundreds of years ago. Course Introduction DownloadStudying ancient texts in modern times; three approaches: study/reflection/practice; texts to be covered; looking for the questions behind the answers; … [Read more...] about Then and Now
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Money and Value 1
For many people money defines the way they perceive and understand themselves and their lives. Yet that is only one way to approach life and it may not be the best. Recorded in Los Angeles, December, 2007. Part 1DownloadThe problem: money drives the way we understand ourselves. Aim of financial model is to see experience through projection … [Read more...] about Money and Value 1
Releasing Emotional Reactions
Working with painful or difficult emotions is something everyone encounters in practice. This series explores ways to let go of reactions associated with powerful emotions so you don't have to repress them or express them in the world. Opening talk of retreat DownloadAim of the retreat, overview of content including levels of … [Read more...] about Releasing Emotional Reactions
Power and Presence
There is a lot of confusion about power and it is often misunderstood and misused. These teachings provide a better understanding about power and how to use it. Power and Presence 1 - 10 PAP 1 PAP 2 PAP 3 PAP 4 PAP 5 PAP 6 PAP 7 PAP 8 PAP 9 PAP 10 Introduction DownloadIntroduction to retreat themes and practices. The relationship between power … [Read more...] about Power and Presence
Pointing Out Instructions
These teachings touch on many different practices and texts ranging from shamata and guru yoga to One Sentence Pith Instructions and Aspirations for Mahamudra. Experience and Presence DownloadRetreat format, structure, and materials; what is the view?; error of taking refuge in specific experiences; the mistaken notion of self … [Read more...] about Pointing Out Instructions
Mind Training – Santa Fe
Teachings on the practices and principals regarding mind training, ranging from making adversity the path to awakening, taking and sending, the four kayas, and the five forces in daily life. What Is Ultimately True Download Review of lineage; 5 practices on awakening to what is ultimately true: regard everything you experience as a … [Read more...] about Mind Training – Santa Fe