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Wealth of Generosity – HIGHLIGHT
by Shastri Matthew Lyon Generosity is directly related to a feeling of abundance and confidence in our lives. On an inner level, in meditation practice, we rest the mind in the ground of basic goodness, the primordial confidence in our heart, our true nature. We can notice ... continuePosted September 10, 2018 by CGH
European Donor Group – HIGHLIGHT
Many projects approved for funding at the most recent meetings of the EDG by Hermien Rodenburg The European Donor Group would like to affirm its commitment to support initiatives and activities within the Shambhala world, especially in this uncertain and confusing time. As part of that affirmation, we ... continuePosted August 29, 2018 by CGH
Why Wouldn’t I Be? – HIGHLIGHT
The many meanings of formal membership in the Shambhala sangha by Rachel Hanson When I was asked to write about why I am a member of Shambhala, my first thought was “Why wouldn’t I be?” Unfortunately, that isn’t really an answer to the question. It turned out answering ... continuePosted June 4, 2018 by CGH
More Money, Mind, and Meditation – HIGHLIGHT
Part two of a two-part interview with Shastri Matthew Lyon about how the Shambhala spiritual path works with financial success Q: Is there an aspect of meditation related to receiving generosity? A: Yes, that’s one of the themes of the Money, Mind and Meditation course. The theme that generosity ... continuePosted November 3, 2017 by CGH
Meditation in Your World – HIGHLIGHT
Experiencing the power of meditation to change our everyday lives by Susan Firer I thought I’d start with some words from The Shambhala Principle, a book written by my teacher, Sakyong Mipham. The chapter titled “Shifting Global Values” starts off with the Sakyong talking about the day his ... continuePosted May 25, 2017 by CGH
Por qué, cuándo y cómo se ofrece generosidad
por Walker Blaine, Maestro de liturgia de Sákyong Mipham Rimpoché y Heraldo de la corte Kalapa Si la gente entendiera los beneficios personales de la generosidad, no sería capaz de contener la alegría de ver ocasiones para dar. Los santos y los sabios de todas las ... continuePosted January 2, 2017 by luz_rodriguez
Why, When and How to be Generous – HIGHLIGHT
An exploration of the daily practice of generosity in a Shambhala household by Walker Blaine If people understood the benefits to themselves of generosity, they would not be able to contain their joy at seeing opportunities to give. Saints and sages from all spiritual traditions have spoken words ... continuePosted December 25, 2016 by CGH
After the Bodhisattva Vow – HIGHLIGHT
Members of the Portland Shambhala Center work together to create community and connections for those who have taken the Bodhisattva Vow by Jan Rogerson and Willa Rabinovitch The Bodhisattva Vow ceremony, attended by family, friends and sangha, was moving and inspiring – a momentous and life-changing event. Afterwards, ... continuePosted August 8, 2016 by CGH
Don’t Give Up On Yourself – HIGHLIGHT
Looking at the challenges of caregiving from a dharmic point of view by Andrea Sherman and Marsha Weiner “The essence of Warriorship, or the essence of human bravery, is refusing to give up on anyone or anything.” Trungpa Rinpoche, Sacred Path of the Warrior Don’t give up on anyone ... continuePosted January 31, 2016 by CGH
Giving and Knowing – HIGHLIGHT
COLUMN: Dharma Teachings Investigating the Practice of Generosity by Acharya Michael Greenleaf, Barnet, VT Generosity is our genes. The word comes from the root genus, meaning of good or noble birth. Noble, in turn, comes from the root gnosis — to know. Generosity speaks to the natural expression of ... continuePosted April 25, 2014 by
Generosity Practices – HIGHLIGHT
By Lodro Rinzler At the Dana Group’s second annual in-person meeting, discussion arose about how the economic crisis has been affecting Shambhalians worldwide. Reports are coming in waves of Shambhalians losing their jobs, their homes, or encountering other unexpected fluctuations in financial stability. These circumstances often ... continuePosted August 27, 2009 by