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94 On The Journey to Sukhavati
94 On The Journey to Sukhavati
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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As a bonus at the end of our retreat Alan presented to us the teachings on Sukhavati from Karma Chagme. If you missed your chance for the three modes of achieving enlightenment then it is definitely not Alan’s fault with all the podcasts up to now you guys had your opportunities. If not don’...
93 Becoming A Child Of The Buddhas
93 Becoming A Child Of The Buddhas
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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In this episode B. Alan Wallace concludes the retreat by reflecting on Shantideva's verses about embracing bodhicitta. These verses are often used during the bodhisattva precepts liturgy and serve as an invitation to delve into one's own mind. Wallace discusses the unique nature of taking...
92 Achieving Buddhahood By Doing Nothing…ha ha
92 Achieving Buddhahood By Doing Nothing…ha ha
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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In this episode B. Alan Wallace guides a silent meditation focusing on balancing earth and sky allowing participants to proceed at their own pace. Following the meditation he concludes the discussion on the transitional process of meditation emphasizing the progression from stable samadhi to rea...
91 Four Rivers Flowing Into One Resolve
91 Four Rivers Flowing Into One Resolve
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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In this episode B. Alan Wallace revisits the cultivation of bodhicitta focusing on the great resolve to liberate all sentient beings. He discusses how this commitment deepens and aligns with the perspective of rigpa emphasizing that after developing great compassion one naturally progresses thro...
90 An Approximation of Pure Land in Sight?
90 An Approximation of Pure Land in Sight?
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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In this episode B. Alan Wallace shares uplifting news about the "Project Contemplative Observatory " discussing the potential acquisition of land in Tuscany to establish a contemplative observatory and mind center. He explores the concept of the four great types of liberation emphasizin...
89 Great Equanimity, and the Importance of Views
89 Great Equanimity, and the Importance of Views
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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In this episode B. Alan Wallace emphasizes the significance of views in shaping behavior and the necessity of releasing attachment to personal views to cultivate great equanimity. He discusses the importance of detaching from preferences even those favoring peaceful retreats over the uncertainties...
88 Turning Up the Heat on Learned Ignorance
88 Turning Up the Heat on Learned Ignorance
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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In this episode B. Alan Wallace begins with a guided meditation focusing on variations of taking the mind as the path starting with peripheral awareness of breath fluctuations and then single-pointedly focusing on the space of the mind and its arising phenomena. He continues with commentary on th...
86 Ripened and Liberated
86 Ripened and Liberated
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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In this episode B. Alan Wallace emphasizes the importance of preliminary practices and the accumulation of merit to prepare the mind for deeper meditation. He discusses signs of purification such as increased serenity and inner calmness even during challenging times. Wallace explains that when pr...
85 Bringing Wisdom to the Cultivation of Great Loving-Kindness
85 Bringing Wisdom to the Cultivation of Great Loving-Kindness
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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In this episode B. Alan Wallace emphasizes balancing the qualities of earth and sky in meditation fostering both relaxation and clarity. He reflects on his journey from Theravada practices to Dzogchen highlighting the evolution of his meditation approach. Wallace revisits the cultivation of great...
84 How to Acquire the Stars of Merit for Your Practice
84 How to Acquire the Stars of Merit for Your Practice
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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In this episode B. Alan Wallace discusses the importance of purification and accruing merit to progress swiftly along the spiritual path. He explains that the Sanskrit term for merit "punya " literally means power which propels one along the path. Wallace highlights methods to superchar...
83 Great Compassion – Unveiling All Layers of Suffering
83 Great Compassion – Unveiling All Layers of Suffering
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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In this episode B. Alan Wallace explores the Four Greats focusing on Great Compassion. He examines different layers of suffering from blatant suffering caused by hatred to the deepest level of all-pervasive existential suffering related to delusion. Wallace emphasizes the importance of addressin...
82 Scientific Materialism on its Deathbed, or the Scent of a Revolution
82 Scientific Materialism on its Deathbed, or the Scent of a Revolution
Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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In this episode B. Alan Wallace discusses the limitations of Eurocentric perspectives when interpreting texts like those of Padmasambhava which may appear mystical but are considered scientific within Buddhist contexts. He critiques scientific materialism by referencing studies that suggest consci...