Programs
Living the Wisdom of Lojong: A Course in Applied Mind Training
We’re delighted to share that the Mind Training study group will relaunch this coming week as a course in applied practice. This course offers an opportunity to explore the classic Buddhist teachings known as Lojong, or “mind training.” These teachings are organized into short, memorable sayings, called aphorisms, that serve as practical reminders for cultivating […]
The Essence of Meditation: Letting Go Into Being - In Person
With Lama Eric Triebelhorn
Never done a meditation retreat before? Feel like you need a sanity break? Need some inspiration for your meditation? This weekend retreat—from Friday evening till Monday lunch—can serve any of these purposes and more. So much of our unease, self-criticism, despondency, or stress is caused by thoughts and patterns of thinking that we are often […]
The Essence of Meditation: Letting Go Into Being - Zoom Only
With Lama Eric Triebelhorn
Never done a meditation retreat before? Feel like you need a sanity break? Need some inspiration for your meditation? This weekend retreat—from Friday evening till Monday lunch—can serve any of these purposes and more. So much of our unease, self-criticism, despondency, or stress is caused by thoughts and patterns of thinking that we are often […]
Vipashyana: Exploring the Nature of Being
With Lama Eric Triebelhorn
In the wisdom tradition of Mahamudra, the principal meditation practices are shamatha and vipashyana. The mind resting at ease through shamatha (or calm abiding meditation), we gain some respite from the seemingly constant barrage of thoughts and emotions, which when not understood, serve to veil the nature of our being. But shamatha practice is not […]
Mahamudra Shamatha: Settling and Steadying the Wayward Mind
With Lama Eric Triebelhorn
In the wisdom tradition of Mahamudra, the essence of shamatha (calm abiding) practice is resting in the knowing quality of mind. We cultivate this skill by recognizing that aspect of our being that is aware and training it on various supports to sustain the experience. This is essential practice can enhance all aspects of our […]