Senior practitioner, Michael Macklin (HyoungSanim), wonders, "Il-Won-Sang is like a 'finger pointing at the moon,' but what is Il-Won-Sang actually pointing at?" What he discovers is surprising, and relates directly to human beings!
Weaving Art Into Spiritual Practice
There are many paths to spiritual practice, and in this reflective dharma talk, Won Buddhist practitioner, Zoe Silverman, beautifully illustrates how art can be a lovely and instructive guide to our journey. Art's power is amazingly versatile -- it can help us to release our fears or develop perseverance and appreciation for teachers, all the while infusing our dharma journey with its beauty!
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What About Joy?
As we navigate our practice and life journey, sometimes our focused determination can become overpowering. Yet, as Won Buddhist practitioner, Rebecca Kameny (Won Hee), shares with us, joy is so essential it is one of Buddhism's 7 Factors of Awakening.
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Spaciousness and Gratitude
It is easy at first to think about gratitude, but what is necessary for its cultivation? In this insightful dharma talk, Won Buddhist practitioner, Pete Warshaw (Won JeeHo), guides us to consider how releasing attachments creates a spaciousness of mind in which gratitude can flourish.
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Algorithms of Karma
Karma may seem like an invisible force, but in fact, the algorithms used by online businesses and services function in a similar way. In this fascinating and highly relevant dharma talk, Rev. WonGong examines how our thoughts, words, and actions powerfully shape cause and effect -- both in the dharma realm and in the mirror we create through our online activities!
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Cassandra Hanson "Hae Son" on Self-Transformation Day
Cassandra Hanson receives a new dharma name, Hae Son, which means, "Grace blossoming through meditation."
Hae Son shares her journey of affinity with Won Buddhism.
Paige Doster-Grimes "Doh Jin" on Self-Transformation Day
Paige Doster-Grimes receives a new dharma name, Doh Jin, which means, "Steadfastly progressing on the path of Tao."
Doh Jin shares her journey of affinity with Won Buddhism.
Carol Golin "Won Lin" on Self-Transformation Day
Carol Golin receives a new dharma name, Won Lin, which means, "Calm and clear spirit sparkling in the truth of ll-Won."
Won Lin shares her journey of affinity with Won Buddhism.
Jo Ann Reeves "Joo Ahn" on Self-Transformation Day
Jo Ann Reeves receives a new dharma name, Joo Ahn, which means, "Peacefully commanding the self, upholding dharma and sangha."
Joo Ahn shares her journey of affinity with Won Buddhism.
The Power of Equanimity
"Equanimity" is a word frequently used in Buddhism -- it is used to describe an ideal clear mind. Yet, sometimes people mistakenly equate equanimity with flat emotions. In this clarifying dharma talk, longtime Won Buddhist practitioner, Patty Daniel (Hwa Tawonim), explores the beauty of true equanimity and how it can be a powerful gift in our life's journey.
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The Scripture of Myself by Rev. Shaun Song
How could dharma ever be a hindrance or a trap? This is the exact question deftly answered by Rev. Shaun in this insightful dharma talk. With clear insight, he illustrates how enlightenment comes from freeing ourselves -- not grasping ever harder - even from the beautiful teachings that have guided our spiritual path.
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The Busy Buddhist: Embodying a Practice That Neither Arises Nor Ceases
Buddhist practice takes many forms and sometimes requires great creativity -- something exemplified in this immensely helpful dharma talk by Won Buddhist practitioner, Jen Gad (Won JaeIn). In this delightful and energetic guide to practical practice, Jen describes many resourceful ways she has integrated Buddhist practice into a life bursting with responsibilities and caregiving.
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Packing True Nature by Rev. WonGong
The Relationship Between the Truth & Me
The Relationship Between the Truth & Me
Longtime Won Buddhist practitioner, Kelly Denno (Won YeeSuh) transforms the abstract concept of Truth into an intimate part of her practice by embracing "don't know" mind and her true nature. She warmly invites us to try this practice out for ourselves.
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A Trip to NewYork - Kyomunim's Travelouge by Rev. WonGong
The graces of fellow beings can appear in a myriad of ways--some quite unexpectedly. In this tour of a journey to and from a retreat in New York, Rev. WonGong, colorfully and thoughtfully illustrates how mind practice helped her release expectations and open windows to unanticipated grace and healing.
Unfolding the Threefold Practice by Patty Daniel (Hwa Tawonim)
Longtime Won Buddhist practitioner, Patty Daniel (Hwa Tawonim) unfolds each aspect of the Threefold Practice (equanimity, wisdom, and choice) in this friendly and accessible dharma talk. As she does so, she points out that with consistent practice, these aspects beautifully and dynamically intertwine and shape our minds, bodies, hearts, and energy.
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Spontaneous: Just as It Is by John Miller
As a scientist, temple practitioner John Miller knows what the word "spontaneous" means. Unexpectedly bumping into this familiar concept during a retreat, and diving into what both Won Buddhism and the Tao Te Ching have to say about it is captivating journey.
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Is sitting meditation the only "real" meditation? by Rev. WonGong
Meditation in a sitting position is often the first kind many practitioners experience, yet, Buddhism is home to a variety of techniques and methods. As Rev. WonGong explores the world of meditation in her instructive dharma talk, she also guides us to its heart and purpose.
A Buddha Offering to Myself by Rev. Shaun Song
Living Buddha by Rev. WonGong
The aspiration to see the universe through a pure mind is beautiful in principle, but manifesting it in real life can sometimes be daunting. It is this very challenge that Rev. WonGong thoughtfully explores as she reflects on Sotaesan's wisdom and the opportunities to practice it in our lives.
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