How do you go deeper into body, beyond words, and rest? Once there, what's next? Recorded in Des Moines, NM, 2010. Why Am I Here? Download The “five whys” of “why am I here?” as a way to explore more deeply, moving from conceptual to emotional level; discussion of Kalu Rinpoche’s “Essence of the Dharma;” refuge as setting a direction; … [Read more...] about A Trackless Path 12
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How do you go deeper into body, beyond words, and rest? Once there, what's next? Recorded in Des Moines, NM, 2010. Practice of Power Download Speaking from direct experience as a practice of power; the importance of developing power is often ignored both in our society and in traditional Buddhist practice; shamatha is main practice for developing … [Read more...] about A Trackless Path 11
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How do you go deeper into body, beyond words, and rest? Once there, what's next? Recorded in Des Moines, NM, 2010. Four Principles of Practice DownloadUnderstanding the rhythm of practice; with attention, peace and openness eventually arise; “Look in the resting, rest in the looking.”; summary of Ken’s approach in four principles: everything is … [Read more...] about A Trackless Path 8
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How do you go deeper into body, beyond words, and rest? Once there, what's next? Recorded in Des Moines, NM, 2010. Idealism and Ideology Download Letting go of idealism; danger to spiritual life from institutional mindsets; counteracting with compassion; walking meditation instruction; being no one in a position of leadership; creating conditions … [Read more...] about A Trackless Path 9
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DownloadHow do you go deeper into body, beyond words, and rest? Once there, what's next? Recorded in Des Moines, NM, 2010. Refreshing the Mind Download Advice regarding thoughts of life after retreat; importance of the four reminders: precious human existence, death and impermanence, karma and samsara; why traditionally loving-kindness practice … [Read more...] about A Trackless Path 10
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How do you go deeper into body, beyond words, and rest? Once there, what's next? Recorded in Des Moines, NM, 2010. The Four Ways of Working and Relationships Download The effect of eye gaze in meditation; four ways of working: power (based on coercion, demands), ecstasy (connection through opening), insight (seeing into things) and compassion … [Read more...] about A Trackless Path 6