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2026-08-12
A Map of Our Practice: From Ordinary Mind to Awakening in Our Time, Part 1
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Donald Rothberg
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In the first part of a two-part talk, we first identify the value of having a comprehensive map of our practice, and how a contemporary map builds on traditional maps but includes dimensions of practice not identified traditionally. We then explore the three traditional areas of training--in wisdom, meditation (including the development of concentration, mindfulness and insight, and the heart practices), and ethical practice--while briefly mentioning (more next time) two further contemporary areas of practice: Psychological learning of different kinds and social engagement that extends ethical practice. The talk is followed by discussion.
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Spirit Rock Meditation Center
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Monday and Wednesday Talks
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2026-08-12
Guided Meditation: Reviewing Our Foundational Meditative Practices
35:43
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Donald Rothberg
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Connected with the talk giving a contemporary map of our practices, we review four foundational practices: (1) developing concentration (samadhi); (2) cultivating general mindfulness, (3) cultivating mindfulness of pleasant or unpleasant feeling-tones, and being mindful of any ensuing reactivity (grasping after the pleasant and pushing away the unpleasant in relatively unconscious, automatic, and habitual ways); and (4) a heart practice developing kindness, compassion, or other heart qualities. The guided meditation is followed by a brief period of discussion.
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Spirit Rock Meditation Center
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Monday and Wednesday Talks
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2026-08-09
Intellect to Essence
39:16
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Amita Schmidt
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This talk looks at how to shift from our addiction to the ego/intellect channel, to true nature/essence. The talk includes reflections and practices for creating more aware presence, calm, and connection in your life. Essence is who we truly are, so let's live it together.
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Clintonville Sangha Ohio
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2026-08-08
I Will Not Abandon Myself
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Devon Hase
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What does it mean to truly keep a vow to ourselves? Devon Hase explores *adhiṭṭhāna*—the cultivation of resolve—as both the courage to stay with what is difficult and the wisdom to soften, surrender, and listen when pushing harder becomes its own form of self-abandonment.
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Refuge of Belonging
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