Bringing the Shambhala Principle to Prison (Part 3)
On March 10, 2014, a conversation was hosted by Richard Reoch and Adela Sandness via Adobe Connect. The conversation was recorded and transcribed following which the transcript was edited and divided into three parts. Following is Part Three. “It is such a relief to recognize our own flaws – the contemplation I gave this Sunday … Continue
Sakyong message to Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church
The Sakyong, having just emerged from leading a deep retreat at Shambhala Mountain Center, wants to share with the Shambhala community the following letter he has written to Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church.. See article
The Poet is Profound. The Poet is a Jester.
Interview with Acharya David Schneider on new book he’s written, Crowded by Beauty: the Art and Zen of Poet Philip Whalen. By Valerie Lorig and edited by J. R. Gilness. When author David Schneider was a fledgling student of Zen, he and his cohorts celebrated the end of retreat with a picnic at the crest … Continue
The Field of Stillness
Dharma Teachings by Roger Guest There are many ways to ground ourselves in presence. We might walk slowly and mindfully, meditate on the breath, focus on sensations within the body or place our attention on an object in the environment. See article
Prometheus’ Chains: The Myth of Shenpa
All myths evolve in the light of intelligence and imagination (also known as basic goodness). We conceive of what conceives us in an eternal wish to know where we came from and why. The stories we tell are powerful for one reason: they engage our inherent wisdom to illuminate the path, which leads to realms … Continue
The Psychological Tasks of Old Age
I wrote an article called “The Psychological Tasks of Old Age.” I was 42 years old. I had my reasons for thinking that I knew something about the topic. I had spent hundreds of hours with elders and their families. See article
Exploring Decorum
The word decorum, particularly within the context of Shambhala culture, has to do with dignity and trust. Early on in one’s engagement with Shambhala there is an encouragement to act and carry oneself, to present oneself, with dignity and integrity. See article
Appreciation Agenda
Acharya Michael Greenleaf lives in Vermont and often teaches at Karme Choling as well as around the world. In this post he tells a wonderful story about how hard it can be to express appreciation. It’s about his Uncle Steward and a lunch they had at the Hotel Carlyle on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. See … Continue
Bringing the Shambhala Principle to Prison
On March 10, 2014, a conversation was hosted by Richard Reoch and Adela Sandness via Adobe Connect. The conversation was recorded and transcribed following which the transcript was edited and divided into three parts. Following is Part One, during which each participant shared something about their experience working in prisons. See article
