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Beyond Filters – HIGHLIGHT
How to meet our young adult and teenage children as and where they are by Anne-Marie Keppel What is the ultimate goal we are seeking regarding educating and caring for our children, in our sangha and on the planet? The truth is, at present, they instead need to educate ... continuePosted December 17, 2017 by CGH
Grandfather Yoga – HIGHLIGHT
Musings on aging, youth, and the practice of yoga by Larry Barnett When I was eight both of my grandfathers were sixty, which in 1956 actually was old. They were already stoop-shouldered, and mostly liked to sit shirtless in lawn chairs in the hot sun for hours, smeared ... continuePosted November 27, 2017 by CGH
Dispelling the Myth of “They” – HIGHLIGHT
A story about Growing Brave through discovering inherent wisdom by Leslie Gossett There is so much sadness and longing in creating good human society. We feel the potential. Yet we also feel how distant this possibility might seem. I’ve been involved in Shambhala leadership for a few years: from ... continuePosted November 12, 2017 by CGH
The Sweeper, A Buddhist Tale – HIGHLIGHT
Writing a dharma story for children by Becky Hazell Writing about dharma for children can be tricky. The story can’t be too simplistic or moralistic because it won’t engage a child, but you also want to offer something meaningful. I remember a sweet book someone gave us when ... continuePosted October 25, 2017 by CGH
Shambhala Trust in Boston – HIGHLIGHT
Shambhala Trust Provides Funds for Four Projects at Spring 2017 Meeting by Greg Lubkin On the weekend of April 29 – May 1, 2017, the Shambhala Trust held its semi-annual meeting at the Boston Shambhala Centre. For those not familiar with the Trust, it is a group of ... continuePosted July 22, 2017 by CGH
Strong Ground for Growing Brave – HIGHLIGHT
An invitation to join in community conversations about parenting, and about including children in Shambhala life and culture by Rebekka Henriksen “We are actually building a Buddhist world so that our children can grow up in an atmosphere that is right and good. It’s revolutionary and represents a fantastic ... continuePosted April 25, 2017 by CGH
Growing Brave – HIGHLIGHT
Creating a sustainable path for children and families in Shambhala by the Growing Brave Families & Children’s Conference Committee Lonely. Isolated. Re-creating programming from year-to-year, center- to-center. Feelings of burn out and marginalization. This is a common experience in the Shambhala sangha for teachers, program directors, and co-ordinators who have been ... continuePosted March 21, 2017 by CGH
Happy Memories of Children’s Day – HIGHLIGHT
Cheerful Season’s Greetings from the Shambhala Times! Traditionally, Shambhalians recognize and celebrate the changing of the seasons on Nyida Days. One of the most beloved of these celebrations is Children’s Day, which comes at the winter solstice, celebrated this year on December 21st. We hope you enjoy ... continuePosted December 21, 2016 by CGH
Parenting as Ceremony – HIGHLIGHT
Being a parent generates opportunity in each moment, opportunities to create everyday ceremonies that celebrate and enhance our lives together by Melinda Haselton The sun peeks through the blinds and I hear the words, “Hi mama.” They draw me out of my deep sleep. Heavy eyes open, and ... continuePosted June 5, 2016 by CGH
Children’s Day Message from Sakyong Wangmo
Sakyong Wangmo, Jetsun Drukmo and Jetsun YudraThe Sakyong Wangmo, Jetsun Drukmo, and the Mukpo Family send warm wishes to the entire community from Nepal for Children’s Day, our Shambhala celebration of the winter solstice. Please enjoy this brief audio message from the Sakyong Wangmo and Jetsun ... continuePosted December 21, 2015 by David_Brown
The Range of Emotions… – HIGHLIGHT
…Inspired By a Child’s Birthday COLUMN: Children and Family article by Heather Grimes edited by Renée Picard Photo: Harry Walker / Wikimedia Commons (Public Domain) originally published on elephantjournal.com Friday was two days after my daughter Opal’s fifth birthday. We went to Sunflower Farms with my parents who were visiting from Ohio. My ... continuePosted September 18, 2015 by
Adventures in Doll-Making – HIGHLIGHT
COLUMN: Children and Family Why our Imperfect First Try was a Winner article by Heather Grimes edited by Renée Picard photo courtesy of the author originally published on elephant.com We have no idea when inspiration will strike. It can come like a jolt, or as a slow-percolating notion. The thing is, as ... continuePosted August 24, 2015 by Dan
Child-free in the Modern World – HIGHLIGHT
miksangarticle by Crystal Gandrud About a year ago my 10-year-old niece asked me if I was happy without children. I replied in the affirmative, adding, “And I really like spending time with you.” She was pensive for a while and then she said, “I think maybe I ... continuePosted August 19, 2015 by
Family and Children’s Programming Survey
The following request is from the Working Group for Children & Families under the Office of Societal Health and Wellbeing: Calling all Centers and Groups! Do you currently offer programming for children and families? Do you want to connect, deepen, or expand your offerings? Do you currently ... continuePosted August 3, 2015 by David_Brown
Educating the Sky – HIGHLIGHT
COLUMN: Dharma Teachings by Acharya Noel McLellan originally published on broken leaf Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche wrote a text on how to educate a prince, someone who would grow up to be a wise, compassionate, skilful, and joyous leader. The text states that the prince’s education should occur in an environment ... continuePosted July 10, 2015 by