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2005-07-11 Forgiveness: The Doorway To An Open Heart 61:33
James Baraz
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In order for metta to flow unobstructed, we need to be able to forgive—ourselves for ways we don't measure up to our high standards or unskillful actions, others for past hurts and life for the disappointments we experience. This talk explores these different levels of forgiveness.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

2005-09-05 Aligning Our Life With The Dharma 1:12:39
James Baraz
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This closing talk from a silent retreat points to the integration of our practice in daily life, with mindfulness as the golden thread that runs through all things.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

2006-02-08 Happiness - part 1: Wise Effort And Wholesome States 55:40
James Baraz
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Where does happiness lie? In this first of 4 talks we explore the intention to be happy particularly with regard to developing and increasing wholesome states. Wise effort in terms of Dharma practiced is explored.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

2006-02-14 Happiness - part 2: Opening To Suffering As Well As To Joy 59:23
James Baraz
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Opening to suffering is essential if we are to find true happiness. The Buddha's teaching on how suffering can lead to faith, gladness, joy and freedom is explored. Gratitude as a way to hold our suffering is also discussed.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

2006-02-22 Happiness - part 3: Transforming Suffering Into Happiness 59:04
James Baraz
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In every moment of mindfulness we defeat the forces of greed, hatred & delusion and develop a heart of generosity, kindness & wisdom--the three sources of karmic happiness.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

2006-02-27 Happiness - part 4: Letting Go 61:52
James Baraz
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The joy of letting go includes restraint expressed as sitting with integrity as well as letting go of stories, expectation & experiences. This letting go is not a sacrifice but rather releasing the burden of holding onto the things that cause us suffering.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

2003-05-22 Eight Fold Path 56:38
Sylvia Boorstein
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The goal of practice is peace of mind on behalf of a peaceful world. The eightfold path is presented with stories to illustrate.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

1990-07-13 The Foundations Of Mindfulness 49:59
Sylvia Boorstein
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honoring and exploring the traditional wisdom found in the Buddhist teachings of mindfulness
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

1990-04-20 Strengthening The Practice 48:59
Sylvia Boorstein
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Inspiring suggestions that encourage self confidence and support zeal in the practice.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

1991-02-03 The Four Noble Truths And The Eight Fold Path 53:35
Sylvia Boorstein
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Using Buddha's unique response to the fundamental problem of human existence--pain, change, loss--to face the truth about how life really is.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

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