The first part of this talk James Baraz remembers Pete Seeger who passed away this week. Then, with "The Mindfulness Revolution" as the cover story of TIME magazine, Jane Baraz shares her experience teaching mindfulness through the MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) program. James and Jane then discuss mainstream mindfulness and the Dharma.
An impassioned talk that includes a little known story from the suttas about the dangers of and suffering caused by the notion of private property. During the talk, winds of 45 mph buffeted the monastery, emergency sirens sounded in the distance, and three power outages occurred. Ends with a lively discussion with the sangha.
Moving reflections on the value of devotion as a path in daily life, focusing on Guan Yin Bodhisattva. Includes the singing of a song honoring Guan Yin, She Carries Me, by Jennifer Berezan.
