Introduction The title of my talk this morning is “Not-self, No-self, Non-self: Interpretations of Anatta.” I hope this talk can serve both as a brief introduction to the topic of anatta and also as an invitation to join a discussion group on the subject that I plan to offer this …
Board report – Elizabeth Reminder of gathering for David Lawson’s Anniversary of his death on Aug. 30th at Island ParkFor detail information go to Still Mountain’s website: Classes and Events-scroll down to calendar, August 30th and click on 5:00pm David Lawson. Bus #23 goes to Island Park. Lisa mentioned she …
TURNER SENIOR RESOURCE CENTER This is a rare and great opportunity for those interested in learning about the health benefits of mindful meditation! Mondays – July 18, 25 and August 1, 8 10:30AM – 12:00 PM | Free | In-PersonTurner Senior Resource Center (2401 Plymouth Rd., Ann Arbor, MI) Instructors Ken Morley …
Still Mountain Teacher Karen Mori talks about techniques for addressing fear when it arises in our practice.
1. Treasurer report – Lisa Accounts stable. TSWC room rental was paid for October through May. It will continue now with a monthly schedule payment. Rental payment for classes will be determined. Dana mentioned with possible automatic deduction to become available. 2. Teacher Council report – Bilha Tomorrow …
Shaila Catherine, founder of Bodhi Courses and Insight Meditation South Bay, speaks about the topic of her new book, Beyond Distraction.
Please join our ONLINE weekly sessions. We begin on Tuesday, May 3, 10:00 AM -11:30 AM Through meditation practices, contemplations, and interactive teachings we’ll explore how to live with inner joy and well-being in our daily life. The sessions are offered by Turner Resource Senior Center and is being led …
Board report – Elizabeth Still Mountain is stable in operation, guided by Vision Statement and grounded in dharma. Treasurer report – Lisa Thanks to Judi G and Walter for their help. A loose-leaf binder with …
The CONCENTRATION AND INSIGHT STUDY GROUP will meet by Zoom Thursday evenings, 7:00 – 8:30 pm, beginning April 7 through May 12.We will read and discuss The Experience of Samadhi: An In-depth Exploration of Buddhist Meditation, by Richard Shankman. In this book Shankman discusses samadhi, frequently translated as “concentration”—including the …
Several teachers including Erica, Elizabeth, Karen, Mary, and Bilha share some of their notes from the Dharma Teachers Gathering in October.
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This talk referenced a 2008 book by Richard Shankman, The Experience of Samadhi: An In-Depth Exploration of Buddhist Meditation (available as a PDF download here as well as available for purchase from most bookstores), as well as an article by Gil Fronsdal, “Insight Meditation in the United States: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness“.
