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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
Endowed Chair at Michigan – HIGHLIGHT
New Chair in Tibetan Buddhist Studies established at University of Michigan, in the largest gift for the study of Tibetan Buddhism in North America from the Khyentse Foundation The University of Michigan’s College of Literature, Science, and the Arts has received a gift of $2.5 million to establish the ... continuePosted July 28, 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
One Really Good Idea – HIGHLIGHT
Supporters of Sky Lake bring a great idea to fruition: holding an online fundraising auction with items donated from local friends and all around the mandala by Irene Woodard First, let me answer a question that may be on your mind: Where is Sky Lake? It is located ... continuePosted December 7, 2017 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
Money, Mind, and Meditation – HIGHLIGHT
Part one of a two-part interview with Shastri Matthew Lyon about how the Shambhala spiritual path works with financial success How do we, as meditators, learn to balance a spiritual path with worldly achievement? Sometimes financial success can seem at odds with spirituality. Yet, the tradition of ... continuePosted November 1, 2017 by CGH
Manifesting Great Eastern Kindness – HIGHLIGHT
A chance encounter becomes an opportunity for compassion and generosity by Janet Pal It’s Saturday morning, June 10. I’m on my way to the Toronto Shambhala Centre. A man is walking towards me. Oh please let him walk past me. I’m in a hurry. I have a talk to ... continuePosted July 8, 2017 by
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
Open Your Hearts, America – HIGHLIGHT
More Syrian refugees are likely to be on the way by Katie Letheren According to recent polling, Donald Trump has less than an eight percent chance to win this election. That means Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is more than likely to take her seat in the Oval ... continuePosted October 29, 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
Powerfully, Be Generous – HIGHLIGHT
This article is part three of a series on the practices of generosity by Jonathan Hanna. Click here to read the first article: Simply, Be Generous, and here to read the first article: Practically, Be Generous. Generosity can have two objects, the fields of benefit (sentient beings) ... continuePosted March 13, 2012 by
A New Year, A Fresh Beginning – HIGHLIGHT
Shambhala’s Executive Director, Carolyn Mandelker, looks ahead to the Year of the Water Dragon. She shares Shambhala’s plans, her excitement, and the challenge of funding Shambhala. Carolyn, what do you see as you look ahead to this new year? For those of us who work and volunteer in ... continuePosted February 24, 2012 by