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Learn to Meditate
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Meditation
Mindfulness meditation is the foundation of all that we do at the Shambhala Meditation Center. Originating from Shakyamuni Buddha, this 2,500 year-old practice of self-discovery is rooted in the simple, but revolutionary premise that every human being has the ability to cultivate the mind's inherent stability, clarity and strength in order to be more awake and compassionate in everyday life.
"Many of us are slaves to our minds. Our own mind is our worst enemy. We try to focus, and our mind wanders off. We try to keep stress at bay, but anxiety keeps us awake at night. We try to be good to the people we love, but then we forget them and put ourselves first. And when we want to change our life, we dive into spiritual practice and expect quick results, only to lose focus after the honeymoon has worn off. We return to our state of bewilderment. We're left feeling helpless and discouraged.
"It seems we all agree that training the body through exercise, diet, and relaxation is a good idea, but why don't we think about training our minds?"
-Sakyong Mipham
Turning the Mind into an Ally
UPCOMING PROGRAMS  Living, Dying, Death & Rebirth: An Ongoing Seminar
With John Baker
September 16 - December 16, 2008
The older we become, the more the reality of our own deaths impresses itself upon us. Shockingly, those we love die, and we watch the surprising and unstoppable deterioration of our own bodies. Vajrayana Buddhism gives us teachings to prepare us for our d
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 Advanced SSBS - Shambhala Shedra
With Derek Kolleeny
September 18 - November 13, 2008
Advanced Buddhist Studies
Shambhala Shedra: The Five-Fold Path of the Buddhist Practitioner's Education
The Bodhisattva Path Part I: The Treasury of Precious Qualities
At the core of the traditional Buddhist path are the three wheels - Shila,
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 Evening Introductory Course: Turning the Mind into an Ally
September 25 - October 30, 2008
A workshop on how to train the mind through the practice of “peaceful abiding” meditation. With regular meditation practice – as little as 10 minutes a day – we can train ourselves to recognize and release distracting thoughts and emotions, allowing the m
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 Parenting as Path: Family Practice & Shambhala Vision
With Kerry MacLean
October 17 - 19, 2008
The Friday night lecture will explore questions such as "how do we bring up children as spiritual warriors?" and "how do we balance formal meditation practice with the practicalities of daily life as parents and teachers?" Together, we will share our
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Ngöndro Intensive
October 25 - 26, 2008
more to follow!
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Daytime Introductory Course: Turning the Mind into an Ally
TBD
October 28 - December 2, 2008
A daytime course on how to train the mind through the practice of mindfulness or “peaceful abiding” meditation. Ideal for beginners as well as students who would like to stabilize and deepen their practice. The course will give students a basic grounding
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 Introductory Evening Course: Ruling Your World
TBD
November 6 - December 18, 2008
In these turbulent times, our lives often seem out of control and overwhelming. But what if we could approach every part of our lives—from the smallest decisions to the biggest setbacks—with confidence and clarity instead of stress? Based on the book Ruli
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 Evening Workshop: The Path of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
With Paulette Graf
November 20, 2008
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is a unique synthesis of transformative mind and body skills that enable us to realign our relationship to stress through mindfulness. The breathing and walking meditations, and various other exercises, help us f
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Ngöndro Intensive
November 29 - 30, 2008
more to follow!
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PUBLIC SITTING & EVENING CHANTS
Weekdays 5:30 - 7 pm & Sun 9 am - 12 noon Free
INTRODUCTORY MEDITATION INSTRUCTION
Learn to Meditate
Wednesdays at 6 pm and Sundays at Noon (By Donation)
Weekly Dharma Gathering
Tuesdays at 7 pm ($10 suggested donation, begins Sept 13)
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