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Mindful Gatherings


Dilgo Khentsye Rinpoche - Celebration and Discussion
At this month's Mindful Gathering, I presented on Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche's life, his influence on American Buddhism, and connection to The Wisdom Seat. Born in 1910 in eastern Tibet, he spent 13 years in solitary retreat before being called to teach.
Oct 29


Sanskrit for Mere Mortals
A Mindful Gathering with Dr. Varun Khanna Watch the recording: https://youtu.be/17XM3Gq2XxU Ever wonder what you're actually saying when you chant "Om" or mumble through "Gate gate paragate parasamgate bodhi svaha"? Join us for a fascinating conversation with Dr. Varun Khanna, who studied traditional Sanskrit grammar in India and did his MPhil in Sanskrit and PhD in Hinduism at the University of Cambridge, UK . We explore how ancient practitioners understood Sanskrit as vibra
Aug 31


Exploring the Four Immeasurables: A Deep Dive into Buddhist Teachings
A Mindful Gathering with Michael Carroll and Bill Moriarty Watch the full discussion below: (I didn't record this one in the usual way, so only the hosts' video is displayed. My mistake -Bill) In our Mindful Gathering of July, we had an open conversation about the Four Immeasurables: loving-kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity. This discussion featured insights from Michael, a long-time practitioner of Buddhism, who shared his personal connection to these tea
Jul 14


Being with a Dying Person
A Mindful Gathering with Marybeth McMurray, Margerie Strousser, Michael Carroll, and Bill Moriarty
Apr 28


What AI Actually Is and Why Buddhists Should Care
A Mindful Gathering with Bill Moriarty
Mar 17


3 Brushes: Art, Meditation, and Teaching as a Creative Practice
A Mindful Gathering with Al San Valentin and Bill Moriarty
Feb 25


The Unexpected Path: A Journey into Buddhism
A Mindful Gathering with Jacqui Merrell and Bill Moriarty.
Jan 14


Vajrayana & the 21st Century Paradox
A Mindful Gathering with Michael Carroll and Bill Moriarty
Nov 19, 2024


Align Your Body, Elevate Your Practice: Yoga & Posture for Buddhist Practitioners
A Mindful Gathering with Corina Benner and Bill Moriarty
Oct 7, 2024


Exploring the Bardos through Life
A Mindful Gathering with Alison Driscoll and Bill Moriarty
Sep 15, 2024


Elements of a Shrine
A Mindful Gathering with Michael Carroll, Jeremiah Fruchtman, and Bill Moriarty
Aug 10, 2024


The Dalai Lama’s Book Agent
A Mindful Gathering with Stephanie Tade and Bill Moriarty
Jun 17, 2024


Exploring the Notion of a 'drala landing pad'
A Mindful Gathering with Michael Carroll and Bill Moriarty
Apr 15, 2024


Preparing for the 3 Year Retreat
A Mindful Gathering with Matt DiRodio and Bill Moriarty
Apr 13, 2024
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