October 31, 2011 by Elle McSharry
How can we become good listeners? What might it mean to really hear and be open to ones own thoughts and feelings, and how is listening related to a spiritual path?
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Tags: American Buddhism, Buddhism, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, emotional reactions, emotions, listening, meditation, mindfulness, mindfulness bell, music
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October 24, 2011 by Jack Elias CHT
How do we handle “hot” situations and interactions at work? What’s the best course of action when faced with the edginess of other’s opinions and the necessity of needing to get something done?
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Tags: career, career and Buddhism, cooking, David Chadwick, hungry ghosts, Jack Elias, respectful speech, sesshin, Tassajara, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Western Buddhism, work, work and Buddhism
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October 16, 2011 by Dan Morris
What does it really mean to contemplate something? And what does true contemplation contribute to the art of photography?
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Tags: Buddhism art, Buddhism creativity, contemplative photography, Dan Morris, Leonard Cohen, Miksang, photography, Trungpa Rinpoche, Wabi-Sabi
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October 3, 2011 by Beth Patterson
How can mindfulness meditation help people heal from the impact of trauma? What simple practices can help a person stay grounded and in the present moment?
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Tags: 9/11 anniversary, Beth Patterson, combat trauma, Mindfulness Meditation, panic attacks, PTSD, returning soldiers PTSD, traumatic memories, veterans PTSD
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