Dharma Seed - Dharma Talks

2012-03-08 The Wise and Fearless Heart 56:13
Mary Grace Orr	Download Listen
This talk explores the nature of fear and how it can be countered by the development of the heart. The spacious heart, trained in kindness, compassion, joy and equanimity, supports us in all circumstances.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center : Insight Meditation Retreat, March Month Long

2012-03-07 Freedom in the Midst of Difficulty 1:27:55

Tara Brach

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We suffer when we forget who we are and get caught in a limited sense of self. This talk explores how we become identified with a sliver of what we are, and the pathway to remembering our wholeness. When we know we're the ocean, we are free to relate to the waves with respect, compassion and love.

Insight Meditation Community of Washington DC : IMCW Wednesday Evening Talks

2012-02-15 The Heart Of Compassion 50:27
Mark Coleman	Download Listen
Compassion is an essential quality on the path of life - how do we cultivate this, what gets in the way and how does the caring heart move in the world in openness to pain.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center : Metta: Lovingkindness Retreat

2012-02-14 Compassion and Mindfulness 60:14
Carol Wilson	Download Listen
The Dalai Lama has said that compassion develops through a deep insight into and understanding suffering. The difficult times we go through on retreat are a wonderful opportunity to explore the possibility of compassion in relationship to our own experience.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center : Insight Meditation Retreat, February Month long

2012-01-26 Amazing Grace 48:48
James Baraz	Download Listen
Suffering is an integral part of life—the First Noble Truth. How is it possible that some people go through suffering and even trauma and, instead of becoming bitter or damaged, use it as a catalyst for deep compassion and awakening? Most people don’t realize they have the choice to work skillfully with regard to the challenges life gives them. This is one of the greatest blessings of practice. Consciously appreciating this blessing brings a deeper connection to practice.
Insight Meditation Community of Berkeley

2012-01-21 An Overview of the Eightfold Path 64:09
Sharda Rogell	Download Listen
A talk given by Sharda Rogell, Anna Douglas and Howie Cohn teaching on the importance of practicing and following the path to wisdom and compassion as taught by the Buddha.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

2012-01-21 An Overview of the Eightfold Path 64:16
Howard Cohn	Download Listen
A talk given by Sharda Rogell, Anna Douglas and Howie Cohn teaching on the importance of practicing and following the path to wisdom and compassion as taught by the Buddha.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

2012-01-21 An Overview of the Eightfold Path 64:16
Anna Douglas	Download Listen
A talk given by Sharda Rogell, Anna Douglas and Howie Cohn teaching on the importance of practicing and following the path to wisdom and compassion as taught by the Buddha.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center

2012-01-21 An Overview of the Eightfold Path 64:16
Sharda Rogell, Anna Douglas, Howard Cohn	Download Listen
A talk given by Sharda Rogell, Anna Douglas and Howie Cohn teaching on the importance of practicing and following the path to wisdom and compassion as taught by the Buddha.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center : Essential Dharma

2012-01-10 Befriending the Difficult Person 57:11
Heather Sundberg	Download Listen
Exploring on the levels of mind-heart-body, including teachings on patience, equanimity, compassion and forgiveness. The talk reflects on befriending the 'difficult' person in metta practice, with the underlying intention of reminding us that we are all in this together; that befriending difficult people can be both workable and transformational and that there are practical tools available to assist us on our journey.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center : Metta