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Brazil Dharma Trip and Meditation Retreat 2014
Explore the Dharma in Brazil at this combined Dharma Trip and Meditation Retreat with Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat. Dharma Trip Schedule Saturday, April 19 - Monday, April 21: We will spend time exploring Sao Paulo city and the wider environs of Sao Paulo state, including attractions such as museums, walks, Atlantic rain forest, dance, amazing food, caves, beaches and cultural events. Tuesday April 22 - Wednesday April 23: further exploration with the teachers, or free individual exploration time. Thursday April 24 – Daytime exploration. Thursday April 24 - Evening public class - "How to be in a good state" Have you ever studied what conditions are present when you are in a good state? Imagine you could be in a good state 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. And you can. Join Doug Sensei and Catherine Pawasarat to find out more about maintaining a positive wholesome state in every moment. Friday April 25 – Daytime exploration. Friday April 25 - Evening public class - "Modern paths to spiritual awakening" Awakening is the cure for our modern world. Awakening brings bliss, clarity and joy. Awakening heals the planet and all beings. But how do you awaken? Join Doug Sensei and Catherine Pawasarat describe the modern paths to spiritual awakening, with particular focus on karma yoga, the path of awakening through action. Saturday April 26 – Exploration Saturday April 26 - Public class: "Transforming anger into love" Do you have the strength to stand back, breathe when there is […]
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Guatemala: Annual Meditation Retreat
“Kasinas,” “mandalas” and “psychedelia” are all different words referring to tools for the development of the mind. Kasinas comprise part of the ten recollections taught by the Buddha; they are known to develop calm and concentration while also leading to bliss. Using meditative objects — such as the four elements, colors and breathing — together we unlock the power of the here and now, opening the mind to its natural state: clear, radiant, spacious wonder. A traditional Tibetan empowerment (or “Wong Kur”) for White Tara will be offered during this silent retreat. White Tara represents our connection with the transcendental, and is also known for her compassion, serenity, and ability to confer healing and longevity. This silent meditation retreat is beneficial for all levels of practitioner, from the beginning meditation student to advanced practitioners. It includes two daily teachings with Sensei plus an opportunity for personal interviews as well as three daily group sits and time for personal practice. There will be a one hour yoga class each day with our beloved and skillful teacher, Rae Ishe. Villa Sumaya has generously priced this retreat to make it accessible to all practitioners. Please contact Lizzy or visit Villa Sumaya website for more details.
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Evening Teachings at Dharma Hub Calgary
Newcomers and experienced meditators welcome. Tuesday Night – Stillness and the Path of Awakening – Meditation with Achariya Doug Duncan Sensei. 7:30pm – 9:00pm Wednesday Night – Q and A - How to apply one's spiritual practice in the chaos of daily life. A question and answer session with Achariya Doug Duncan. 7:30pm - 9:00pm Additional Calgary Teachings: Vajrasattva Wongkur on Thursday night followed by a teaching series "Healing Stress and Anxiety with Self-Love' Organisation Fees: Tuesday & Wednesday: $20 / night. Dana Achariya Doug Duncan lives solely by the donation bowl. Participants are encouraged to practice Dana (generosity) to support the teaching.
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Vajrasattva Wongkur, Calgary
Vajrasattva Wongkur, Calgary
Thursday Night – Vajra Sattva Wong Kur. 7:30pm - 8:30pm (please arrive at 7pm). This wongkur is a special initiation bestowed on students to accelerate their spiritual progress. The Vajrasattva practice is said to be particularly powerful for purifying the impure energy of the mind and the negative actions of body and speech that arise from it. In all four schools of Tibetan Buddhism, the Vajrasattva practice is one of the preliminary practices. Sometimes our Dharma practice doesn’t seem to bring good results. This is because our negative karma is creating obstacles. Doing this Vajrasattva practice can purify these negative mental imprints, thus removing the obstacles and suffering that result from our negative habits. What is a Wong Kur? More info here: https://www.clearskycenter.org/images/stories/misc-pdfs/wongkur.pdf Dana Achariya Doug Duncan lives solely by the donation bowl. Participants are encouraged to practice Dana (generosity) to support the teaching. It is also customary to bring an offering of Dana to present to the Lama during the wongkur.
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Healing Stress & Anxiety with Self Love, Calgary
Self-love is essential to feel compassion for other beings, and for generally thriving in life. Experience and strengthen compassion and self-love under the experienced guidance of Doug Duncan Sensei. We’ll use these classes to grow and draw on compassion for self and other, learning how to transform stress, anxiety and defensiveness into more compassion and love. If you are seeking greater unity, healing, compassion and understanding, these classes will provide you with tools to get there. Friday Night – What is Self Love and Compassion? Saturday Class - Identifying and Understanding the origin of Unconscious Self-Sabotaging Patterns Sunday Class - Practical Tools for Healing Stress and Anxiety with Self Love. Times for the classes will be confirmed and posted soon. Fees: $75 for all three talks. $30 for each talk. Fees cover organization. Achariya Doug Duncan lives solely by the donation bowl. Participants are encouraged to practice Dana (generosity) to support the teaching. Location: Chinese Cultural Center, 3rd floor boardroom. 197 1st St SW.
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Online Course: A Year of Dharmic Astrology
Catherine Pawasarat and Doug Duncan have designed a course on dharmic astrology to reflect the themes that unfold over the course of a year. This format has been chosen to mark the occasion of Doug Sensei's year of integration, from June 2014 until June 2015. Within the period of each sign of the zodiac over the coming year, new material will be released that explores the month's sign. The course videos are released each month and are all available to you whenever you decide to register for the course. There is also a place to share and ask questions of the teachers and other participants throughout the course. Introducing a Year of Dharmic Astrology https://youtu.be/I9xbFYmJlvg Ready to join the course? Register here: Course Registration. Note, you can start the course at any time. All course material from each zodiac sign, each month, starting in April 2014, will be available, regardless of when you register during the year. If you have already registered, go to https://ruzuku.com and login with your e-mail and password. You may already be logged in if you are using the same computer and browser. Dana “Dāna” (pron. dahna) is a Sanskrit and Pali word meaning “generosity” or “giving.” Offering material support enriches both giver and receiver. In addition to increased abundance in one’s material situation, one leaves habitual states of mental poverty and steadily enters a world of emotional richness. By cultivating a healthy spirit of generosity, we deepen our own practice and support teachers to make […]