Each Sunday after the 8:00 sitting, a volunteer speaker shares their thoughts with the sangha. Here are their sharings, posted for anyone who couldn’t attend.
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The Power of the Breath: A Morning Reflection
The reading by Brother Pháp Hữu emphasizes the importance of mindfulness through breath. By taking refuge in our breath, we cultivate presence and agency, bridging…
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The Specifics of My Practice
Chris shares insights into his meditation practice, emphasizing personal adaptations for comfort and focus. He discusses his preferred half-lotus position, a unique mudra, and breathing…
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Sitting Tall: Finding Peace Beyond the Internal Dialogue
By Diana A few weeks ago, Kaz shared with us the proper way of sitting in the Zendo, drawing from his observations during a recent…
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Finding Your Altitude: The Power of “Let Them”
By Chloe I’ve been diving into The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins lately, and there’s a specific passage that has fundamentally shifted my perspective:…
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The Difference Between Knowledge and Knowing
The piece highlights the difficulty of truly grasping and embodying common advice like “be present.” It explores the temptation to trade present experiences for future…
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Growth and Gratitude: Finding Zen in the Uphill Climb
As a member of Hakone Zendo, I explore the intersection of the growth mindset and Zazen-kai practice. In this post, I share how the stillness…
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