How to Settle the Mind

Advice from the Great Meditator Saraha

Followed by optional Zoom discussions 5 minutes after class (details below)

$15 per class, free for supporting members

This class is rebroadcast on Friday at 11:15am (sold separately)

The meditation on the clarity of the mind that we have been focusing on in our Thursday series is the foundational meditation in the development of what is called “Mahamudra”. Mahamudra, meaning the union of the mind of great bliss and emptiness, is the principal goal of our meditation training. Once we develop a fully qualified experience of Mahamudra we will attain enlightenment swiftly, within that very lifetime. Since developing firm concentration on the clarity of the mind lays the foundation for this accomplishment, gaining experience in it is essential.

In this series we will explore the advice of the great Mahamudra meditation master, Saraha, from the 8th Century, as transmitted by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso in Clear Light of Bliss. Given in the form of a series of beautiful and practical analogies, we will learn, and train in, how to settle the mind into our special object, the clarity of the mind.

Each talk will consist of a talk and guided meditation, with an opportunity to discuss one’s experiences and have one’s questions answered.

July 28: The Archer and the Swordsman with Julia Strohm
August 4: Thought Bubbles Bursting with France Roy
August 11: The Sense of Wonder with Sharon Guskin
August 18: The Silken Thread with Yogi Chauhan
August 25: The Path of the Bird with Paige Polisner
September 1: The Sun, the Ocean and the Soaring Eagle with Yogi Chauhan

FREE POST-CLASS ZOOM DISCUSSION

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DETAILS

Our general program classes include Dharma teachings along with guided meditations
Each class is self-contained and is also presented as part of a series. Drop into any class you like
These classes are suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditation practitioners
No special clothing is required
Everyone welcome!
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Headphones are available for those who are hard of hearing. Please contact [email protected] to reserve a pair
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