Dharma Seed - Dharma Talks

2010-08-15 Inspiration and Motivation for our Practice 54:37
Fred Von Allmen	Download Listen
The Four Mind and Heart Transforming Reflections
Meditationszentrum Beatenberg

2010-08-15 Adaptation and Surrender 47:01
Rodney Smith	Download Listen
The Dharma demands a paradigm shift, not a modification of our narrative.
Seattle Insight Meditation Society

2010-08-15 The Practice of Compassion (Karuna) 1:15:25
Gina Sharpe	Download Listen
This is the fourth and final session of the "Metta and Compassion" daylong. It includes a guided karuna meditation, some explanation, question-and-answer with both Gina Sharpe and Sharon Salzberg, and closes with a sharing of the merit. This day focuses on the development of lovingkindness and compassion, both for ourselves and for others. These qualities of the heart diminish fear and isolation, and further our understanding of interconnectedness. Through meditation practice, dialogue, and discourse, we will explore these qualities together. Suitable for both beginning and more experienced meditators.
New York Insight Meditation Center : Metta and Compassion with Sharon Salzberg and Gina Sharpe

2010-08-15 Introduction to Compassion (Karuna) 47:09
Gina Sharpe	Download Listen
This is the third talk in the "Metta and Compassion" daylong, in which Gina introduces the concept of compassion/karuna. This day focuses on the development of lovingkindness and compassion, both for ourselves and for others. These qualities of the heart diminish fear and isolation, and further our understanding of interconnectedness. Through meditation practice, dialogue, and discourse, we will explore these qualities together. Suitable for both beginning and more experienced meditators.
New York Insight Meditation Center : Metta and Compassion with Sharon Salzberg and Gina Sharpe

2010-08-15 Inspiration and Motivation for the Practice 54:37
Fred Von Allmen	Download Listen
The four mind and heart transforming reflections
Meditationszentrum Beatenberg

2010-08-15 The Practice of Metta (Lovingkindness) 39:37
Sharon Salzberg	Download Listen
This is the second talk of the "Metta and Compassion" daylong, containing a dharma talk, a guided metta/lovingkindness meditation and a question-answer session. This day focuses on the development of lovingkindness and compassion, both for ourselves and for others. These qualities of the heart diminish fear and isolation, and further our understanding of interconnectedness. Through meditation practice, dialogue, and discourse, we will explore these qualities together. Suitable for both beginning and more experienced meditators.
New York Insight Meditation Center : Metta and Compassion with Sharon Salzberg and Gina Sharpe

2010-08-15 Introduction to Metta and Compassion 34:16
Sharon Salzberg	Download Listen
This is first talk of the Metta and Compassion daylong, introducing lovingkindness (metta) and compassion (karuna). This day focuses on the development of lovingkindness and compassion, both for ourselves and for others. These qualities of the heart diminish fear and isolation, and further our understanding of interconnectedness. Through meditation practice, dialogue, and discourse, we will explore these qualities together. Suitable for both beginning and more experienced meditators.
New York Insight Meditation Center : Metta and Compassion with Sharon Salzberg and Gina Sharpe

2010-08-14 Paramis: Householders' Practice of Renunciation 54:28
Steve Armstrong	Download Listen
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center : Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-14 Aligned with Awakening 46:36
Rodney Smith	Download Listen
To access the central teaching of the Buddha, all components of the mind, body, and effort must be in alignment.
Seattle Insight Meditation Society

2010-08-14 Understanding Practice of Generosity 28:19
Steve Armstrong	Download Listen
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center : Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-14 Instructions Day 8 50:58
Deborah Ratner Helzer	Download Listen
Observing experiences and the natural awareness of them as they arise and pass together; no-self, reincarnation, karma.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center : Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-14 Celebrating Dispassion 57:24
Ajahn Sucitto	Download Listen
Cittaviveka

2010-08-14 Gratification, Danger and Escape 25:28
Amma Thanasanti	Download Listen
Tava Sangha, Colorado Springs, CO
Shakti Vihara

2010-08-14 Gratification, Danger and Escape - Q&A Session 21:13
Amma Thanasanti	Download Listen
Tava Sangha, Colorado Springs, CO
Shakti Vihara

2010-08-13 The Process Of Insight: Seeing Nama-Rupa 62:16
Deborah Ratner Helzer	Download Listen
Vipassana Insight arises out of the clear and balanced observation of mental and physical experiences just as they are.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center : Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-13 Guided Practice Day 5 - Neutral Person 1:11:10
Kamala Masters	Download Listen
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center : Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-13 Ven. Master Sheng-Yen. A life dedicated to the Dharma 57:46
Ursula Flückiger	Download Listen
Meditationszentrum Beatenberg

2010-08-13 Instructions Day 7 62:18
Steve Armstrong	Download Listen
Wait: let awareness happen
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center : Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-12 Four Noble Truths 62:49
Steve Armstrong	Download Listen
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center : Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-12 Fierce Tenderness 59:55
Dori Langevin	Download Listen
Rosa Parks, Mahatma Gandhi and you.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center : Young Adults Insight Meditation Retreat

2010-08-12 Guided Equanimity - Day 4 1:10:28
Kamala Masters	Download Listen
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center : Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-12 Instructions Day 6 62:43
Kamala Masters	Download Listen
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center : Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-11 Seeing The World With Quiet Eyes 59:09
Kamala Masters	Download Listen
Equanimity and the spacious balance needed to navigate the vicissitudes of life and support for liberating wisdom to arise.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center : Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-11 Blessings of a Forgiving Heart 1:18:19

Tara Brach

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The roots of peace and war are within these very hearts. In the moments that we release blame, we reconnect with the compassionate presence that heals ourselves and others as well. This talk includes a meditation that guides us in awakening our capacity to forgive.

Insight Meditation Community of Washington DC : IMCW Wednesday Evening Talks

2010-08-11 So near and yet... 59:57
Will Kabat-Zinn	Download Listen
Spirit Rock Meditation Center : Young Adults Insight Meditation Retreat