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The Path of Music. ~ Andrew Forbes
by elephantjournal.com on Feb 7, 2012
Standing behind the curtain, instrument in hand, my heart begins to pound, deafening.228 views
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Buddhadharma Without Credentials. ~ Linda V. Lewis
by elephantjournal.com on Feb 6, 2012
As Trungpa Rinpoche said, “Where there’s no perceiver, our perceptions can dance among themselves. But the perceiver doesn’t have to take part in that party. In other words, you can’t watch your own burial service.”355 views
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How To Live an Extraordinary Life. ~ Kripalu’s Stephen Cope
by Bob Weisenberg on Jan 2, 2012
I don’t believe in gurus. But if I did, my guru would be Stephen Cope. When I had the chance to meet Stephen for the first time at Kripalu a few weeks ago, I was filled with both excitement and a little nervous anticipation.4,090 views
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Secondhand Zippo.
by Kate Bartolotta on Nov 16, 2011
I noticed Erica Mather's post the other day, and thought, "Ooh, what's this? I like Kombucha! What's going on? What's the controversy?"380 views
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Breaking: Naropa University President Dr. Stuart Lord steps down. Acting President named.
by Waylon Lewis on Oct 6, 2011
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Chögyam Trungpa: You can’t fall in love unless you’re lonely.
by Waylon Lewis on Oct 2, 2011
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“The difference between Buddhism & most other religions…”
by Waylon Lewis on Sep 25, 2011
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Letting go isn’t about birds & cages & things coming back if they truly love you.
by Waylon Lewis on Sep 16, 2011
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Buddhism in America: the Origin of the Delek System.
by Linda Lewis on Sep 16, 2011
Around 1981, Trungpa Rinpoche initiated what he called the Delek System in Boulder. The Tibetan word delek roughly translates as "excellent bliss." The delek I fell into was bordered by Canyon, Broadway, Bluff, and Folsom and had way more than 25 sangha members.911 views
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Quote of the Day: Chogyam Trungpa, on Reincarnation.
by elephantjournal.com on Sep 5, 2011
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Pema Chodron vs. Self-Help: “When people start to meditate…”
by Waylon Lewis on Aug 23, 2011
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How we are rich.
by Linda Lewis on Aug 12, 2011
"When there is harmony, then there is also fundamental wealth."716 views
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The First Sunday Nyinthuns.
by Linda Lewis on Aug 11, 2011
Trungpa Rinpoche introduced all day meditation sessions in Boulder in the early 70’s.874 views
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Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche’s Initial Tonglen & Funeral Instructions.
by Linda Lewis on Aug 4, 2011
Rinpoche encouraged us to release any attachment we might have for the young man and to let him go, rather than to pull him back down with our clinging.603 views
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Review: A Path Strewn with Flowers & Bones, A Memoir with the Reflections of Tulku Sherdor. ~ Justin Dituri
by elephantjournal.com on Aug 3, 2011
Is reincarnation simply a Tibetan cultural appendage to Buddhism — useful for the support and continuity of Buddhism in classic Tibetan culture, but not useful in the modern age?1,068 views
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Jon Lajoie Don’t give a F*ck about the Concept of Emptiness in Buddhism.
by Waylon Lewis on Jul 29, 2011
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On Intellect and Compassionate Wisdom.
by Linda Lewis on Jul 13, 2011
Because meditation unlocks insightful intellect, we develop friendliness, warmth, and humor toward ourselves and, simultaneously toward everyone we encounter. And as we become more curious, inquisitive, and open, we encounter an ever-expanding world.379 views
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Hot Drama: Passion, Aggression, Ignorance, Speed. How to Cool it. {Video of Chogyam Trungpa, Rinpoche}
by elephantjournal.com on Jul 10, 2011
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Dharma Brat, Zen Archery & Flower Arranging.
by Jessica Durivage on Jun 7, 2011
"Boulder is one of the Manhattans of the mindful life, it is the Grand Central Station of the mindful life, so it is fantastic that all of these people are not going to just touch in for a couple of hours, but really be here for four days." – Waylon Lewis1,972 views
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The most difficult discipline is to be what you are.
by elephantjournal.com on Jun 3, 2011
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Announcement: Los Angeles: Buddhist Workshop on Death & the Art of Dying. ~ Kathy Gronau
by elephantjournal.com on May 27, 2011
The class explores meditations and other esoteric practices that prepare us for letting go. With preparation, people can transcend death, turning the greatest obstacle into the greatest opportunity—to attain enlightenment.122 views
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Hipster 101: How to Be a Buddhist. ~ Brie Doyle
by elephantjournal.com on May 25, 2011
Monks in Asia call them prayer flags, but if you are a Buddhist and you’re from America, they’re known as climbing flags. They are placed at the tops of really high peaks to symbolize what a bad-ass-mother-fucker you are...2,422 views
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The Human Condition in 362 Words.
by Benjamin Riggs on May 21, 2011
The Human Condition in 362 Words.1,302 views
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Deal with the Lack of Resolution, Which is Life!
by Linda Lewis on May 18, 2011
Like many early students, I went to ask Rinpoche for advice. I had an interview scheduled with him in his office at 1111 Pearl Street.626 views
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Boredom is good for you. ~ Jolee McBreen
by elephantjournal.com on May 14, 2011
A new study claims that boredom can actually make people better themselves and encourage them to participate in more meaningful activities.873 views
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Just Be Glad You Have a Head.
by Linda Lewis on May 2, 2011
In the early 70s, Rinpoche found it very curious that his Western students were so quick to try to warm up winter with heaters, electric blankets, etc...362 views
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Vipashyana meditation gets you through the laser field in the Great Hall.
by Waylon Lewis on Apr 26, 2011
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Gesar Mukpo: a tribute to my father, Chogyam Trungpa, on the anniversary of his passing.
by Waylon Lewis on Apr 3, 2011
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Unconditionally Cheerful April Fool’s.
by Linda Lewis on Apr 1, 2011
Trungpa Rinpoche always encouraged us “not to be afraid to be a fool.” This always makes me think of the open heartedness...332 views
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Lean Into the Gold. ~ Linda V. Lewis
by elephantjournal.com on Mar 21, 2011
In the winter of 1975-1976, we had just moved into the Pic Building, the present Boulder Shambhala Center at 1345 Spruce Street...165 views
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Winston Churchill’s Black Dog of Depression doesn’t like haircuts.
by Waylon Lewis on Feb 25, 2011
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When Inspiration Leaves…7 Things I Don’t Recommend Doing.
by Waylon Lewis on Feb 22, 2011
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Visual Pollution. ~ Dr. Bernie Weitzman.
by elephantjournal.com on Jan 31, 2011
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Chogyam Trungpa Video: What is Spiritual Materialism?
by Waylon Lewis on Jan 23, 2011
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Meditation Instruction: Chogyam Trungpa. Video:
by elephantjournal.com on Jan 2, 2011
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When Illness Becomes Your Ally: Release, Restore, Radiate
by Ed & Deb Shapiro on Dec 30, 2010
"You have to lean into whatever is happening; whether you get well or not, it has the same one taste."228 views
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Hierarchy, Complaint, Gossip & Communication in an Enlightened Society. ~ Chögyam Trungpa
by elephantjournal.com on Dec 19, 2010
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Bob vs. Buddhism: The Satisfying Conclusion.
by Bob Weisenberg on Oct 20, 2010
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