There seem to be plenty of variation on the descriptions of the jhanas (especially surrounding “Nimittas”); the history and backgrounds of the jhanas — which were supposedly established well before the historical Buddha; — as well as some emotional charge surrounding what is and isn’t jhana and how to properly practice the jhanas, or meditativeContinue reading “Dharma Questions: The Jhanas”
Category Archives: meditation
An Integrating Presence Meditation at Mary’s House of Healing September 2, 2020
On September 2, 2020 at Mary’s House of Healing starting at 7pm, I plan to facilitate a minimally guided meditation starting with brief instructions along with a discussion before and after. The meditation will likely be either loving-kindness; concentration; (open) awareness; mindfulness (of body, feeling and/or mind); or a combination — chosen by consensus —Continue reading “An Integrating Presence Meditation at Mary’s House of Healing September 2, 2020”
Why We Practice | (8/25/2020 — Introducing: ‘Ask Us Anything’ With Denny K Miu)
This “pilot” of sorts called ‘Ask Us Anything’ marks the start of a monthly, open-audience, open-discussion with co-host Denny K Miu mostly about meditation practices and related topics. Our format isn’t set in stone, but it may gel more over time. We may invite guests. Audience members may talk more. We may freestyle with zeroContinue reading “Why We Practice | (8/25/2020 — Introducing: ‘Ask Us Anything’ With Denny K Miu)”
Shifu Ji Ru’s Five Breathing Exercises
MABA‘s Shifu Jiru teaches five breathing exercises. The following commentary on them is merely my own thoughts and observations and by no means objective, definitive, representative or authorized. I welcome any and all corrections and responses. Please take what’s here with a grain of salt so as not to color your own experience of doingContinue reading “Shifu Ji Ru’s Five Breathing Exercises”
Addressing (CV) Fears
Wholeness! I trust anyone who comes across this blog post will find value in the following approaches to dealing with fear. If not, please reach out for assistance and/or keep searching. This post may be updated as new material presents itself. Please only take what is useful and helpful and discard the rest. Tara BrachContinue reading “Addressing (CV) Fears”
March and April Meditations
Please join us in meditation at Mary’s House of Healing in Saint Charles, MO, downstairs in suite 4 from 7:00 – 7:45p (Doors @ 6:45p): 2020 | Mondays: 3/16; 3/30; 4/13; 4/27 & Thursdays: 3/26; 4/9; 4/23 Freely offered in the spirit of generosity. Donations welcome.
February Meditations
February 2020 meditations at Mary’s House of Healing in Saint Charles, MO (suite 4 downstairs; big thanks to Sacred Speak with Sarah) 7:00 – 7:45pm (Doors at 6:45pm) Thursday evenings: 2/13 & 2/27 Monday: 2/17
What is Integrating Presence?
Integrating Presence today looks like allowing for the process of embodying heart-centered awareness — balancing holistic wisdom with the love flavors of unimpeded friendliness; compassion; vicarious joy; and equanimity — leading naturally to true freedom while unfolding our innate courage as we align into wholeness upon our continuing progressive evolution into completing our full potentialsContinue reading “What is Integrating Presence?”
