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Shambhala Online: From Humble Beginnings – HIGHLIGHT
A Conversation Between Shambhala Times Editor Sarah Lipton, Shambhala Online Research Director Acharya Eve Rosenthal, and Shambhala Online Director Heather Scott Regarding the Past, Present and Future of Shambhala Online Sarah: Could you tell us a little bit about the inspiration behind Shambhala Online? How did it ... continuePosted April 30, 2012 by
Shamanic Practice Meets Shambhala Culture – HIGHLIGHT
Commemorating Earth Day A conversation between Shambhala Times Editor Sarah Lipton and Leila Bruno, Nancy Sherwood and Patricia Hayward The 4th Nova Scotia Grandmothers Shamanic Convergence is coming to Dorje Denma Ling September 27-30, 2012. This annual gathering celebrates and explores how shamanic practice can be used for ... continuePosted April 29, 2012 by
The Earth Is Always Rising In Shambhala – HIGHLIGHT
Commemorating Earth Day by David Wimberly The Earth is always rising in Shambhala. This iconic photograph, taken from space, of the lushly living blue-green earth rising over the starkly lifeless moonscape so vividly changed the consciousness of humanity about what we are in this universe. Today the teachings ... continuePosted April 28, 2012 by
Cultivating Service with the Merit Exchange – HIGHLIGHT
Commemorating Earth Day by Ryan Thompson founder of the Merit Exchange Spring came a bit early this year in Chicago, but on Saturday morning it was clear that winter wouldn’t let go without a fight. Only a handful of volunteers made it to the Iron Street Urban Farm, including ... continuePosted April 27, 2012 by
Environmental Sustainability and Shambhala
Commemorating Earth Day from the Shambhala Kalapa Council On the occasion of Earth Day 2012, we are delighted to share with our entire community a fresh initiative for the whole of Shambhala to engage meaningfully with the pressing need for environmental sustainability. In his Earth Day message this year ... continuePosted April 25, 2012 by
Naropa University presents Congressman Tim Ryan
An Evening Featuring a Talk by the Congressman on his new book: A Mindful Nation Naropa University presents Congressman Tim Ryan for a community talk and book signing for his newly released book A Mindful Nation (Hay House) on Monday April 30, 2012 at 7 p.m. at ... continuePosted April 24, 2012 by
Sakyong’s Book Launch and Earth Day Walk/Run – HIGHLIGHT
The Sakyong’s latest book, Running with the Mind of Meditation, was successfully launched in Boulder Colorado as part of the Earth Day celebrations. photos courtesy of Breton Hoagland BHH Studios Nearly 800 people participated in the 10th Annual Earth Day 5K walk/run, nearly three times over the usual ... continuePosted April 24, 2012 by
When a Run is More than Just Running – HIGHLIGHT
Running with the Mind of Meditation book review by Mike Sandrock, columnist for the Daily Camera, author of “Running with the Legends” When New York Times reporter Barry Bearak called last week, seeking information about Micah True, the Boulder ultrarunner who passed away while on a run in ... continuePosted April 23, 2012 by
Our Future is at a Crossroads
Earth Day Message from Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche to the Shambhala Community Earth Day is an annual day on which events are held worldwide to increase awareness and appreciation of the Earth’s natural environment. In his Earth Day message, issued on April 22nd, 2012, the Sakyong Jamgon Mipham Rinpoche ... continuePosted April 22, 2012 by
The next phase of “Vision to Action” is called “Fulfilling Our Aspirations!”
New! V2A Report and Follow Up Opportunities. The Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver Vision to Action (V2A) Report provides an overview of the V2A community gatherings, a list of recommendations from the working groups, and a proposed plan of action based on the recommendations arising from that community ... continuePosted April 21, 2012 by
A Slightly Different 99 Percent – HIGHLIGHT
Commemorating Earth Day GreenFaith Fellowship: Chapter 2 Reports on an Environmental Justice Retreat click here to read the first story by Irene Woodard Newark International is the airport I generally leave from to go on Shambhala retreats and send my kids to Sun Camp. This past November, I went on ... continuePosted April 21, 2012 by
A New Era for Tagtrug Mukpo – HIGHLIGHT
article by Acharya Suzann Duquette photos by Ted Ballou at a recent Shambhala Art program at Karme Choling Tagtrug Mukpo, affectionately known as Taggie, is the autistic son of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche and his wife, Lady Diana Mukpo. On March 10, Taggie celebrated his 41st birthday at Karme ... continuePosted April 20, 2012 by
Warrior Tribute to Arbie Thalacker – HIGHLIGHT
Arbie Thalacker, former member of the Shambhala Board of Directors, passed away in January 2012. For a series of tributes to Arbie, please scroll down. If you would like to contribute, please do so as a comment to this first article. This first tribute is offered by John ... continuePosted April 19, 2012 by
The Arbie Thalacker World Wisdom Scholarship Fund
by Marty Janowitz Naropa University has established the Arbie Thalacker World Wisdom Scholarship Fund in recognition and deep appreciation for Arbie R. Thalacker, who embodied the highest characteristics of a ‘trustee’ of the university and of an authentic and meaningful life. The scholarship fund has already ... continuePosted April 19, 2012 by
Naropa University Remembers Arbie Thalacker
by Acharya Judy Lief Naropa Board of Trustees Vice-Chair I met Arbie through our mutual love for the Buddhist teachings and our shared passion for Naropa University. We both recognized Naropa’s pioneering role in what has become known as “contemplative education.” We were also both excited to be ... continuePosted April 19, 2012 by