Awaken the Buddha Within!
The Practice of Presencing
30 Oct 2012 |
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Ask The Lama
24 Oct 2012 |
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Nicholas P. : On your CD Tibetan Dream Yoga you talk about a meditation called a hermitage where you are in complete darkness, can you explain this? Lama Surya Das: I'm not sure what you're actually asking about, but a hermitage is a cloistered sanctuary or retreat place where outside influences are absolutely minimized, perhaps like a cave or hut-like cabin in the woods (without cable or internet access). Of course one might use a basement, attic, garage, or even walk-in closet, although' it could become quite claustrophobic. Modern techie yogis might even find a way to do it with...
Ask The Lama
08 Oct 2012 |
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John E.: I have been reading Lama Das' books for many years and am now. They bring me peace and hope. In my area we have but one Buddhist temple and it is Kadampa not Dzogchen. I have purchased a copy of The Buddhist Path. I'm seeking advice: can I just practice Dzogchen, take the Bodhisattva vow on my own and do my best in my own way? Thank you so much. Lama Surya Das: Sure, you can fruitfully and even joyously just practice Dzogchen, take the Bodhisattva vow on your own, and do your best in your own way, as you say...no problem there. Buddha himself...
Awaken the Buddha Within!
01 Oct 2012 |
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“Breathe, relax, center and smile. Let things come and go, and just let be. Practice Presencing. It’s not about trying not to think but about letting things come and go. Learning to relax, just be, center, and naturally meditate is a well known spiritual secret that people ought to be able to learn and integrate into life. Like mental flossing, it keeps one open and free, calm and clear. I too was a teenage thinkaholic, even till recently, but I’m much more spacious now. American Buddhas, awaken! Loosen your attachments.” Lama Surya Das, New Dharma Talks 2012