In this episode we give you some very simple sitting meditation instruction. Included are instructions on preparing the body for meditation by sitting correctly and learning to relax into meditation. Then follows step by step directions on how to do mindfulness of the breath meditation.
In this episode we explore the meaning of mindfulness. It is rightly said that the core practice of Budhism is mindfulness meditation. However, as important as mindfulness is to Buddhist, it is not always understood. We also tough on the two basic kinds of Buddhist meditation.
In this episode we look at three reasons why you should meditate. Even though your life is already busy, there are many good reasons to add meditation to your list. Meditation is the only place where you can learn to see into the nature of reality as it really is. Meditation will give you eyes.
In this episode we examine the nature and meaning of Buddhism. Buddhism is a religion started by the Buddha that teaches a philosophy and a way of life that frees one from attachment and thereby frees one from suffering. The older term for Buddhism is the Buddha Dharma.
In a clear, humorous, and insightful style, Arlene draws on her own life experience and connects to ours as she explains the way of great faith, great doubt and great persistence.
The practice of yoga is a practice of intimacy. The process of reaching into the physical, psychological and other interdependent sheaths of the postures wakes us up to the intelligence of life. Through becoming intimate with the breathing patterns, bandhas and stillness of meditative awareness we wake to our lives and realize the possibility of serving others. Yoga Philosophy and practice, juxtaposed with Buddhism and western Psychology gives us the tools for personal healing and social action. Learn more about Michael Stone: http://www.centreofgravity.org/ (source: http://soundcloud.com/ianmackenz/michael-stone-awake-in-the)
Upaya priest Ray Olson challenges listeners to imagine what the life of a prisoner might be like, recognizing that it is our thoughts and attitudes, not just our physical circumstances, that can hinder our own freedom. Referencing his first-hand experience in working with prison outreach programs, he also includes a brief summary of the incarceration system and what can be done to help give hope and a new outlook on life to those behind bars.
Michael Stone gives a talk during the Precepts course about using our imagination. Centre of Gravity, Toronto. 1hr. Recorded March 17, 2011. Source: http://www.centreofgravity.org/podcast/2011/12/16/not-being-possessive-a...