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Appreciating Life

Appreciating Life – HIGHLIGHT

In this short video clip, Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche discusses the synonymous quality of relating to one’s day and relating to one’s life. From: Wake up Boston! continue
Posted August 20, 2010 by

Jetsun Drukmo arrives home at the Kalapa Court for the first time

DownloadA wonderful video of the Kalapa Court greeting Jetsun Drukmo. The Sakyong and Sakyong Wangmo have said that they would like the Shambhala community to share this exciting time with them. You can visit the “Mukpo Baby News” page on the Shambhala Times for any news ... continue
Posted August 16, 2010 by
*New* Monthly feature: Ask an Acharya

*New* Monthly feature: Ask an Acharya

What is an acharya? Acharya Emily Bower: Acharya is a Sanskrit word that is translated in Tibetan as loppon. Loppon means “master of learning.” In Sanskrit, acharya means “someone who knows and/or teaches the achara,” which are the “rules of conduct, practice, and precepts.” In the time ... continue
Posted August 6, 2010 by

Skepticism on the Path (Part One)

“The inspiration to find the truth, to see what is real, and to lead a genuine life…is what underlies every spiritual journey. However, embarking on this journey is rarely as straightforward as we may wish.” – Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche Before my first trip to Karme Choling, our ... continue
Posted July 30, 2010 by

Facing Everyday Life

by guest writer Edwin Treitler We know that these are troubled and dangerous times, and many of our leaders have looked for solutions. Most of these responses to conflicts are “outward” ones: more troops, walls, war, actions that only encourage an atmosphere of fear for the average ... continue
Posted July 28, 2010 by Sarah

Introducing the Committee Supporting Visting Teachers

We are pleased to announce the creation of the Visiting Teachers Committee (VTC) which will help host and support visiting teacher programs at the Shambhala Center. Visiting teachers include Rinpoches, Acharyas, and other visiting Shambhala and non-Shambhala teachers. As the center expands, the VTC will provide ... continue
Posted July 26, 2010 by Sarah
Awakening Earth Wisdom: A Mindful Path of Action

Awakening Earth Wisdom: A Mindful Path of Action

Coming to the Boston Shambhala Center on Halloween weekend: The AWAKENING EARTH WISDOM- A Mindful Path of Action retreat is an evocative public program offered to help our world in response to global climate change and other serious challenges. Join us in exploring how to awaken inherent ... continue
Posted July 23, 2010 by Sarah
Support a monk!

Support a monk!

For the third year, the Boston Shambhala Center is rallying funds to sponsor two monks to attend the Ripa Ladrang monastery. We’ve already raised half of our $600 goal, so even the smallest contribution would be an enormous help. To support the monastic community is to ... continue
Posted July 19, 2010 by
Four Dignities That Bring Confidence into Everyday Life

Four Dignities That Bring Confidence into Everyday Life

article by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche The Shambhala teachings introduce four mythical animals—the tiger, lion, garuda, and dragon—which represent the principles of confidence that the ruler develops in order to bring wisdom and compassion into daily life. The confidence of the tiger is contentment. Contentment comes from discernment, the ... continue
Posted July 9, 2010 by Sarah
What is Shambhala Vision?

What is Shambhala Vision?

It is the Shambhala view that every human being has a fundamental nature of goodness, warmth and intelligence. This nature can be cultivated through meditation, following ancient principles, and it can be further developed in daily life, so that it radiates out to family, friends, community ... continue
Posted July 7, 2010 by Sarah
Announcing the Applied Mindfulness Conference 2010

Announcing the Applied Mindfulness Conference 2010 – HIGHLIGHT

Tail of the Tiger is pleased to announce the details of the Third Annual Applied Mindfulness Conference, July 22 – 25, 2010. Professionals from all mindfulness traditions are invited to join the ongoing discussion about bringing mindfulness into the wider world. This year’s conference ... continue
Posted June 22, 2010 by Editor
Sky Lake’s Snapping Turtles, Owls, Hawks & Deer Welcome a New Director

Sky Lake’s Snapping Turtles, Owls, Hawks & Deer Welcome a New Director – HIGHLIGHT

By Steve Derrickson The appointment of Ms. Katy Bray as director-in-residence marks the beginning of a new phase at Sky Lake Lodge, a rural Shambhala retreat and contemplative center. Just nine years after it was founded, Sky Lake’s recent evolution has embraced diversification and change. With ... continue
Posted June 17, 2010 by
Watching Water Turn to Water

Watching Water Turn to Water

a poem by Boston Shambhala Center Coordinator, Sarah Lipton May 19, 2010 watching water turn to water where is the poetry ‘neathe sodden clouds in the middle of a city? like ducks or geese the many dogs we dodge around looking for or hiding from some attainment of the meaning of meaning raindrops fall from the clouds of our ... continue
Posted June 14, 2010 by Sarah
I-Ching Reading for Shambhala Day

I-Ching Reading for Shambhala Day

On Shambhala Day this year, Catherine Pilfrey facilitated the throwing of the I-Ching to forecast the year for the Boston Shambhala Community. Acharya Emily Bower, Chair of the Board Mary Coonan, Rusung Bo Williams, Director Jill Blagsvedt and Board Members Anne McLellan and Tara Halwes each ... continue
Posted June 14, 2010 by Sarah
New Family Coordinator

New Family Coordinator

Spring greetings from Brookline! I’m writing to introduce and welcome our new Family Coordinator for the Boston Shambhala Center, Jennifer Lacy. Jennifer and her husband Dan have two adorable little girls, Isabella (6) and Kitty (4). She has been a practitioner for more than 10 years ... continue
Posted June 1, 2010 by Sarah

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