This talk investigates some of the ways the ego mistakenly seeks security in different places, particularly exploring our complex relationship with money, and with self-view, and then also inquiring into the very structure of that self.
Our capacity for generosity is one of the most beautiful of human capacities. This talk explores some of the profound and far-reaching possibilities of the practice of generosity - its power to open our hearts wide and to effect a deep and radical transformation in our lives.
Another version of similar talks on self view and papanca highlighting our tendency to believe the imaginary versions of ourselves that play in our mind and obscure our natural happiness.
When we come into connection with ourselves and our experience, we come into contact with a living reality. And rather than reacting to and controlling it, we begin to relax into a curiosity and love for the journey of discovery.
The sure heart's release is about liberation through the gradual path of practicing Dana (generosity), Sila (living in harmony), and Bhavana (cultivating concentration and wisdom). Part 1 covers Dana and Sila. Part 2 will cover Bhavana.
A critical question on the spiritual path is how we can bring the loving presence awakened by meditation into every facet of daily life. This talk explores the conditioning that keeps us in reactive trance and the ways we can deepen our attention and align our lives with our hearts.
