This talk explores dāna (generosity) as both a foundational practice and natural expression of awakening. Devon describes how generosity creates conditions for happiness while requiring wisdom about our boundaries and capacities. Using personal examples about balancing family obligations with self-care, she illustrates how true generosity requires knowing ourselves well. The talk emphasizes that generosity is already present in awareness itself—in our natural capacity to receive and release each moment. It concludes that belonging and interconnection are our true nature, and that letting go paradoxically requires feeling held in the refuge of community.

This dhamma talk, guided meditation, and Q&A was offered on 11th of January , 2025 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!”

This dhamma talk and Q&A was offered on 11th of January , 2025 for Eastbay Dhamma Below is the Dhammapada translations online. https://suttacentral.net/dhp?view=normal&lang=en

Aim to clarify, and strengthen the heart. This is through gathering energy in the heart – that is ‘samadhi’ (concentration). Letting go in the flood of life requires this strength and the relinquishment that support, and are supported by, samadhi. In the presence of a balanced and strengthened citta, we see and respond to the irritations of life in a full-hearted way; The aggregates are cooled. (refers to M64 and S47.42)

Short Reflection & Guided Meditation | Earthworm Practice for the Anthropocene II | Online Wednesday-Mornings.

This talk is about what the Dalai Lama called our greatest protection: our sincerity of motivation. What is sincerity? How do we know when we are truly sincere? How can we cultivate it?

This dhamma talk and Q&A was offered on January 18, 2025 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - DHAMMA TALK 24:57 - Q&A