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Embodying Peace Together: The Path of Tonglen – HIGHLIGHT
Stupa, Drala Mountain Center, Colorado The Path of Tonglen On this day of seasonal transition, we would like to wish you a cheerful and enriching Harvest of Peace and season ahead – wherever in the world you may be. We also wanted to remind you of an upcoming ... continuePosted September 23, 2022 by Jillian_Johnson
Join Touching the Earth Collective for a Global Lhasang! – HIGHLIGHT
Shambhala Touching the Earth Collective Global Lhasang Practice The Shambhala Touching the Earth Collective is inviting you, your Center, or your Group to a global lhasang practice between 7:00-9:00 p.m., your local time, on September 22, 2022 – the upcoming equinox. One of the most significant practices passed ... continuePosted September 19, 2022 by Jillian_Johnson
The Intersection of Dharma and Addiction by Dave Garton – HIGHLIGHT
The Intersection of Dharma and Addiction by Dave Garton There is a strong tie between the Dharma and recovery from addiction. In the traditional Buddhist Path we must first start with ourselves. The Hinayana Path requires a deep dive into the fabric of creating the separation between “ME” ... continuePosted September 13, 2022 by Jillian_Johnson
Come Home to Karmê Chöling! – HIGHLIGHT
A conversation with Karmê Chöling Executive Director, Betsy Railla Written by Natasha West, Director of Communications, Shambhala Global Services Summer at Karmê Chöling Community has always been an important part of Shambhala culture. When the pandemic hit in 2020, leadership at Karmê Chöling in rural Vermont found a way to ... continuePosted June 10, 2022 by Natasha West
Harvest of Peace – HIGHLIGHT
Dear Shambhala Friends, Warm greetings to all of you as we approach Harvest of Peace. This seasonal transition, the autumn equinox in the northern hemisphere and spring in the southern hemisphere, occurs officially on September 21st this year. Since the equinox falls on a Tuesday, many Centres ... continuePosted September 17, 2021 by Natasha West
Shambhala Buddhism And Fashion Choices – HIGHLIGHT
By “Jackie Writing Jackie” The basic teachings of Buddhism, which are a core component of Shambhala and other types of Buddhism, include The Three Universal Truths, The Four Noble Truths, and The Noble Eightfold Path. Buddhism, which is a philosophy of life, often takes these teachings into ... continuePosted June 22, 2021 by Rose_Keyes
A Tale of Impermanence – HIGHLIGHT
by Debra Dysart, Los Angeles Shambhala One thing the global pandemic taught us was that plans change. What you may have thought you’d be doing in 2020 likely didn’t happen. Last March, I remember being at a chorus rehearsal with 50 fellow singers preparing for a pair ... continuePosted May 19, 2021 by archives-staff
Therapy and Counselling Program for Shambhala Community Members Seeking Assistance – HIGHLIGHT
Photo by Tim Mossholder on Unsplash Dear Shambhala Community, The Shambhala Board acknowledges that healing and repair is an imperative for our community, and we aspire to do what we can to repair past and current harm, particularly for those individuals who have experienced harm due to aggression, ... continuePosted February 19, 2021 by archives-staff
Virtual Cushion – A Resource for Meditators Around the Globe – HIGHLIGHT
Photo Credit Dan Horak This week’s Featured Centres: Prague, Czech Republic + Sky Lake Lodge View the full Virtual Cushion calendar for December here. All are welcome at any session. *Does your Centre or Group offer virtual sessions that you’d like to have featured? Email Camren at [email protected] to have your ... continuePosted December 12, 2020 by archives-staff
Residency Helps KCL Close the Budget Gap – HIGHLIGHT
KCL Director Betsy Railla blesses the offering during a lhasang for new residents. By Mike de Give Karmê Chöling has lowered its monthly deficit substantially by following through on plans to host a Residency program, a financial snapshot compiled last week shows. “Residency has reduced a $10,000 deficit per ... continuePosted November 9, 2020 by archives-staff
Getting Through the Election with Our Goodness Intact – HIGHLIGHT
Photo by Tiffany Tertipes on Unsplash On this day in the United States, ripe for anxiety for Shambhala people throughout the world, the Times Editorial team wanted to repost this recent offering of gathering and resources from the NYC center, though the first offering has passed. by Jane ... continuePosted November 3, 2020 by archives-staff
Humanity at a Crossroads – a Shambhala Conversation – HIGHLIGHT
By Richard Reoch “This needs to be an inclusive, global conversation,” said Shambhalian film animator Cyndi Levine. “People are already suffering from environmental degradation. Those who are suffering the most right now are the ones who have not had any voice. We need to understand the ways ... continuePosted October 28, 2020 by archives-staff
Poetry Space Fall 2020 – HIGHLIGHT
Fall is upon us, though the earth still burns. Such a confusing and groundless time for us all. For this edition, we’re delighted to bring you two poets new to Poetry Space, and two poems that we think travel well together. Please enjoy, and send us your ... continuePosted October 20, 2020 by
Touching the Earth—October Newsletter – HIGHLIGHT
Laudato Si’ and The Shambhala Principle: Points of Convergence By Richard Reoch “A certain way of understanding human life and activity has gone awry, to the serious detriment of the world around us. Humanity has entered a new era in which our technical prowess has brought us to a ... continuePosted October 6, 2020 by archives-staff
The Process Team Launches a Community Engagement Initiative – HIGHLIGHT
Some Background: What is the Process Team and who are its members? The Process Team is a group of volunteers that was originally gathered by the Transition Task Force at the end of 2018. Its members are a diverse group of people from the international sangha, from ... continuePosted October 2, 2020 by archives-staff