Awakening Dharma
Ceaseless freedom
Abiding in clarity
Unmanifest and manifest Absolute
Immaculate non-doing. —from Trust in Awakening
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October 10th and 11th
Online, via Zoom
12-4pm US ET
EXPLORE: the Absence (emptiness) qualities of the Absolute, in particular the presence of peace, silence and stillness. Cultivate these qualities through group guided meditations, dharma talks, and comments and questions
Learn more: awakeningdharma.org/accessing-absolute-profundity-of-peace-oct23
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November 2023–April 2024
Online, via Zoom
9am–1pm US Pacific Time / 12–4pm US Eastern Time
Monthly on a Saturday
November 4 ~ December 9 ~ January 13
February 17 ~ March 16 ~ April 27
CONNECT TO AWAKENING: A wonderfully rare opportunity for dharma practitioners to deepen awareness and work with the common resistances to Awakening and realization, with one-on-one teaching support in a small group connection.
Learn more: awakeningdharma.org/da-mentoring-nov23/
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Next gathering Thursday, September 7th
Online, via Zoom
3-4 pm US ET
This group will explore the teachings and practices featured in Stephen’s book Trust in Awakening.
Learn more: awakeningdharma.org/events/monthly-sangha-gatherings/
Register: awakeningdharma.org/monthly-reg/
I am delighted to share that Buddha’s Heart is now available in Italian as Cuore di Buddha, thanks to the dedication of translator Andrea Magoni with Donatella Levi.
Here are some kind words from Andrea regarding the work on this translation:
It all started with a book.
I’m looking forward to being a guest speaker for an online gathering on Wednesday, August 23rd from 5:45pm-8pm PT with my dear friend, psychologist Rick Hanson, Ph.D. Rick’s work is focused on essential inner skills of personal well-being, psychological growth, and contemplative practice.
Adam Unger interviewed Stephen on his podcast to discuss:
You can view recording below or stream audio here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBPBHZ0ymLw
Thank you, Adam for inviting Stephen to speak with you on The Adam Unger Podcast.
As part of my continuing in the process of Zen dharma transmission, I was able to meet with my teacher, Sando Roshi, in person. This was a nice change from our usual weekly Zoom meetings.