Meditation in the Park
Join us on Sunday, August 29 for meditation in the park.
The opposite of awareness.
Dzogchen takes awareness (Tib: rigpa) as the path and that awareness takes the
form of pure presence. It is a
Dzogchen view and practice.
It is crucial to have a grounded understanding of the four noble truths
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Science of training the mind.
Meditation is the science of training the mind. It is a vehicle for recognizing
our own true nature and understanding
Stillness within movement.
Settle the mind. Let it rest naturally. Let it rest in its own place.
Let go of any thoughts or
Settling the mind.
Take your seat. Meditate for ten minutes using any method that you are familiar
with. You might focus on your
The toolbox.
Meditation is a tool, and as a tool there are many different forms that it
takes. Some types of meditation
A metaphor.
A glass of water.
What are the qualities of a glass of pure water?
Transparent, clear, refreshing, healthy, reflective surface.
Retreat from the ordinary.
How is retreating beneficial or meaningful?
To retreat is to withdraw from opposing forces, an act of moving back or
Wednesday To-do list
1. Practice.
2. Guess that includes everything.
The top of your to-do list should always be practice. This doesn'