2010-08-18 Skillful Means for Concentration 63:22
Andrea Fella	Download Listen
Cultivating the skill of concentration includes recognizing and working with those qualities that both support and hinder concentration. This talk explores ways to let go of the hindrances, and ways to cultivate the factors of concentration.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center :  Concentration Retreat

2010-08-18 The Safety of Equanimity 54:54
Mark Nunberg	Download Listen
Dharma Talk
Common Ground Meditation Center

2010-08-18 The Mind Body 65:37
Sylvia Boorstein	Download Listen
Spirit Rock Meditation Center :  Monday and Wednesday Talks

2010-08-18 Mana - The Conceit of I 49:33
Fred Von Allmen	Download Listen
Our innate dignity and freedom is revealed in understanding and letting go of conceit
Meditationszentrum Beatenberg

2010-08-17 An Evolution Toward Stillness 46:13
Rodney Smith	Download Listen
The spiritual journey can be understood as moving from the constricting and confining environment of noise to the free expanse of stillness.
Seattle Insight Meditation Society

2010-08-16 Redemption 67:22
Jack Kornfield	Download Listen
Forgiveness, redemption & the great capacity of the heart to begin again.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center :  Monday and Wednesday Talks

2010-08-16 Patience 40:41
Ursula Flückiger	Download Listen
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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	Listen to tracks Show 2 Tracks
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
Meditation 23:22 Download Listen Blessings of a Forgiving Heart 54:57 Download Listen

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

2010-08-11 Equanimity: Simple Mind, Boundless Mind 56:53
Mark Nunberg	Download Listen
Dharma Talk
Common Ground Meditation Center

2010-08-11 Equanimity 35:05
Mark Nunberg	Download Listen
Guided Meditation
Common Ground Meditation Center

2010-08-11 Guided Practice - Day 2 65:27
Kamala Masters	Download Listen
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center :  Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-11 The Vision of Bodhicitta 46:52
Fred Von Allmen	Download Listen
Generating an altruistic motivation for the welfare of all
Meditationszentrum Beatenberg

2010-08-11 Wise Speech Practice 6- Wise Speech in Difficult Conditions, Part 2 63:46
Donald Rothberg	Download Listen
We conclude our six sessions on wise speech by focusing on perspectives, practices and guidelines that help us be more skillful with difficult speech situations. The talk is followed by a guided exercise and discussion.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center :  Monday and Wednesday Talks

2010-08-11 Instructions Day 5 66:01
Steve Armstrong	Download Listen
Intentions
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center :  Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-10 Über die Elemente. Darlegung der 4 mahābhūta als Meditation. 45:30
Akincano Marc Weber	Download Listen
Darlegung der Elemente für Meditierende
Atammaya Köln

2010-08-10 Kamma: Opportunity For The Future 59:16
Steve Armstrong	Download Listen
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center :  Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-10 Arriving, Settling, Opening 52:43
Marvin Belzer	Download Listen
Some basics about what we do on a mindfulness meditation retreat and why we do those things.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center :  Young Adults Insight Meditation Retreat

2010-08-10 Guided Equanimity Practice - 1st day 64:31
Kamala Masters	Download Listen
Introduction and guidance
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center :  Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-10 A Generous Heart 45:39
Ursula Flückiger	Download Listen
Meditationszentrum Beatenberg

2010-08-10 Metta Instructions and Guided Meditation 5 47:57
Rob Burbea	Download Listen
Gaia House :  The Loving Kindness (Metta) Retreat

2010-08-10 Selflessness and a Life of Love 68:49
Rob Burbea	Download Listen
Through profound Insight, inquiry and the practices of the heart, there is the possibility of a radically different relationship with our whole existence, liberating a fearlessness and unboundedness to our love.
Gaia House :  The Loving Kindness (Metta) Retreat

2010-08-09 Karma & the Power of Intention 66:01
Jack Kornfield	Download Listen
Understanding the mysterious power of intention & karma
Spirit Rock Meditation Center :  Monday and Wednesday Talks

2010-08-09 Cultivating Non-Attachment 52:12
Gloria Taraniya Ambrosia	Download Listen
Through practice we learn to relate with non-attachment to the condition of the body and mind as well as the conditions of our lives. We do this through the practice of the four foundations of mindfulness, the cultivation of samadhi, and the gradual eroding of self-view. Then we are well-positioned for insight.
Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge :  August 2010 at IMS - Forest Refuge

2010-08-09 Recipe For Insight: The 7 Factors Of Enlightenment 60:10
Deborah Ratner Helzer	Download Listen
What are the qualities that we need to cultivate in order to prepare the ground for wisdom to sprout?
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center :  Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-09 Metta Meditation Guidance 61:49
Kamala Masters	Download Listen
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center :  Insight and the Art of Equanimity

2010-08-09 A State of Mind Called Beautiful 42:28
Fred Von Allmen	Download Listen
Settling into our innate goodness
Meditationszentrum Beatenberg