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2010-11-09 Recollection of the Dhamma-part of a three part series on the Triple Gem: As Refuge, Inspiration, and Meditation Practice 54:00
Shaila Catherine
The Triple Gem: Recollection of the Dhamma—The Liberating Teachings. This is the second installment in a three part series on the three jewels or three refuges. This talk introduces the practice of contemplating the Dhamma (dhammanusati) as a meditation practice that enhances joy, delight, energy, and faith in the efficacy of the path. The reflection considers the Dhamma as good in the beginning, good in the middle, and good in the end, pure in its meaning and in its detail, immediate, timeless, inviting one to come and see, worthy of application, to be experienced by the wise.
Insight Meditation South Bay - Silicon Valley
In collection: Triple Gem: As Refuge, Inspiration, and Meditation Practice

2010-11-07 Understanding Joy in Meditation Practice 51:13
Mark Nunberg
Dharma Talk
Common Ground Meditation Center

2010-11-03 Inspiration and Ardency 34:52
Yanai Postelnik
Connecting with whatever inspires us is an essential part of practice and supports a sense of heartfelt purpose and energy in meditation, expressed as ardency. Rather than 'effort-ing' in practice, born of a sense of obligation or fear, the quality of ardency through which we are moved to engage with our spiritual journey wholeheartedly, is born out of energised love and a clear commitment to what we value and hold as most important in life.
Gaia House November Solitary Retreat

2010-11-02 The Fathom Long Body 57:03
Bob Stahl
An introduction to mindfulness of the body with the 32 Parts of the Body meditation and elements.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Mindfulness of the Body

2010-10-30 Pith Practice Teachings 40:40
Winnie Nazarko
This is a brief, concise summary of: the orienting context of meditation practice; basic tasks and principles of meditation; and how to approach challenges.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Three-Month Retreat - Part 2

2010-10-30 Balance, Alignment & Attention - Guided Meditation 38:04
Amma Thanasanti
Shakti Vihara Joy of Awakening

2010-10-30 Relaxing into Body, Sitting & Breath - Guided Meditation 19:10
Amma Thanasanti
Shakti Vihara Joy of Awakening

2010-10-30 Sitting Meditation - Guided Meditation 38:19
Amma Thanasanti
Shakti Vihara Joy of Awakening

2010-10-30 Standing Meditation - Guided Meditation 13:12
Amma Thanasanti
Shakti Vihara Joy of Awakening

2010-10-30 Introduction to Meditation 16:49
Amma Thanasanti
Shakti Vihara Joy of Awakening

2010-10-29 Big Mind Meditation 44:10
Mark Coleman
A meditation on the nature of awareness and how all phenomena appear and are known effortlessly in the natural knowing of awareness.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Fall Insight Meditation Retreat

2010-10-29 Blessings, challenges and new model 41:03
Amma Thanasanti
Insight Meditation Center of Pioneer Valley, Easthampton, MA
Shakti Vihara

2010-10-29 Blessings, challenges and new model - Q&A Session 37:57
Amma Thanasanti
Insight Meditation Center of Pioneer Valley, Easthampton, MA
Shakti Vihara

2010-10-27 Part 3 - Mindfulness of Thoughts - Introductory Series 1:14:00
Tara Brach
The primary element in meditation is training to awaken from the trance of thoughts. This class explores two key ways that mindfulness supports this awakening. The first is using wise reflection to discern if thoughts are imprisoning us in fear or serving healing and freedom. The second is recognizing when we are in the virtual reality of thinking, and learning to "come back" to living presence. It is by inhabiting this non-conceptual presence that we have access to the love, wisdom and freedom that we cherish.
Insight Meditation Community of Washington DC IMCW Wednesday Evening Talks

2010-10-27 Loving Kindness Guided Meditation 35:49
Leela Sarti
Gaia House Awakening the Heart

2010-10-26 The Essence Of Life 64:49
Ariya B. Baumann
Generosity, virtue and meditation are the essences that we can extract from our life.
Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge October 2010 at IMS - Forest Refuge

2010-10-25 Wise And Balanced Effort 62:31
Andrea Fella
The Skill and art of meditation lies in learning how to use energy and effort wisely.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Three-Month Retreat - Part 2

2010-10-25 Parami of Truthfulness - Living the Truth 64:43
Lila Kate Wheeler
The power of truthfulness in life and how it infuses meditation.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Fall Insight Meditation Retreat

2010-10-24 Meditation, Awareness & Understanding / Meditace, Uvedomovani a Chapani 68:37
Steve Armstrong
Dakota Pension Josefův Důl :  Meditation, Awareness and Understanding

2010-10-24 Meditation Instructions - Walking and Sitting 58:13
Yanai Postelnik
These instructions also given by Leela Sarti
Gaia House Awakening the Heart

2010-10-19 Guided Metta Meditation For All Beings 46:58
Winnie Nazarko
Reflections on the power and value of loving-friendless practice, and its place on the road to awakening. Guided metta practice for all beings
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Three-Month Retreat - Part 1

2010-10-15 Opening Talk for Stillness and Movement - Insight Meditation and Qi Gong 1:10:01
Catherine McGee
This talk also includes Brad Richecouer
Gaia House Stillness and Movement Insight Meditation and Qi Gong

2010-10-13 Part 1 - The Art and Science of Meditation - Introductory Series 1:18:46
Tara Brach
The first session defines meditation and describes the Buddhist teachings that give a context to the path of practice. We explore the two basic types of meditation--concentration and mindfulness--and then focus on the ground of mindfulness training: bringing mindful attention to the breath and bodily sensations. Guided meditations include setting intention and the sacred pause; learning to "come back" using an anchor of the breath; and "being here" with an embodied presence.
Insight Meditation Community of Washington DC IMCW Wednesday Evening Talks

2010-10-11 Guided Meditation 44:19
Ajahn Sucitto
Cittaviveka

2010-10-10 In Deepest Gratitude 1:21:31
Rick Hanson
This moving and heartfelt event is an annual tradition, held each year to to express deep appreciation for the generous donors and volunteers that support Spirit Rock Meditation Center. Rick Hanson, PhD presented for this year’s event, giving an inspiring talk exploring the dimensions and benefits of both gratitude and generosity.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center In Deepest Gratitude

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