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  The mind is the forerunner of all things. Whatever we put our mind on is what we identify ourselves as.If we put our mind on the things of the world, we identify ourselves as… 

Threads Beginning

  The most beneficial method is simple, “go slow and practice.” Read the material slowly. Don’t risk missing something by hurrying. I suggest you get a practice book to write in. Write in your own… 

The Human Condition

Part One Please download the video to watch.      IMG_0474 Rather than explain the video, please study it and notice what you see. Then, ask yourself what does the video express about the human condition? Part… 

Woman with a Pink Message

The Woman with a Pink looks as if she has received a message in the form of a pink flower. The flower looks roughed; a bit worn. What is the meaning? She gazes off to contemplate the… 

Beginners

Where Do I Begin? This question is layered in that it refers to both the material realm as well as the spiritual. In this instance, I will address a method of knowing where to begin… 

Mind-Stuff

Listen. Understand. Practice. Again. Again. Again. Do this all day long. ardent (adj.) early 14c., of alcoholic distillates, brandy (ardent spirits), etc., from Old French ardant “burning, hot; zealous” (13c.), from Latin ardentem (nominative ardens) “glowing, fiery, hot, ablaze,” also used… 

Not Yet, Still Life

Not Yet, Still Life Still Life by Fly He stood alone, in the middle of his self portrait silhouette; with his back to any onlookers. Alone on a small mound of dark dirt where things,… 

Facing Everything

Facing Everything Zen Buddhist Training Right Here. Right There. It is essential that we are able and open to respond to everything and everyone without judgment and measurement. To respond in this way, is the… 

November – In Memory of Ming Zhen Shakya

As a tribute to our teacher, Ming Zhen Shakya I will post her work throughout the month of November. November 19th marks the 5th anniversary of her departure. Venerable Dharma teacher Ming Zhen Shakya Ming… 

The World is Too Much with Us

The World is Too Much with Us I feel the weight press against my chest. It comes from some twisted expectation. I am sure you don’t know that pressure. You keep your self busy and… 

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