Ananda (Dharma Buddhist Meditation), Dhr. Seven, Jen B., CC Liu (eds.), Wisdom Quarterly
What is a good meditator? One who meditates. |
Young Buddhist John is from Los Angeles, who became a Buddhist monk for a year looking for enlightenment.
What he realized is that we need a down-to-earth sangha or "spiritual community" aspiring for the goal -- awakening to nirvana.
Is this tinsel town City of Lost Angels the place to find calm or peace, insight or enlightenment? We'll find out together:
Free. Short talk, group sit, followed by discussion, questions, and sharing. No experience necessary. Cushions provided. Mask, social distance, sanitize, whatever you like. Large open hall. Lots of free parking. (Also available via video link). RSVP
DISCUSSION
"We can always begin again" (Sharon Salzberg) |
The mind drifts away, distracted, restless, sleepy, fantasizing, lustful, confused, angry, forgetful. What to do?! "We can always begin again," Sharon says. "Start over," John echoes and encourages, "start over."
QUESTION: I love yoga and I love Buddhism. Any connection?
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