How do we find refuge in our busy, insane world? Curiosity, confidence and contentment lead us to ease and a lessening of suffering.

This is a retreat talk on the journey of awakening, the challenges that come up in practice and the potentials for experiencing freedom. There is also a talk on the 32 parts of the body meditations, the practice, the history and its benefits.

Evening chant

Retreats have great difficulties and one of the most difficult is the judging mind. This talk explores hindrances and strategies to counter difficulties.

Further elaboration on the 32 parts of the body. The Buddh's story and 4 Noble Truths and the worm song of death