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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
Gender Identity in Shambhala – HIGHLIGHT
COLUMN: In Everyday Life by Michaela McCormick, Portland, Oregon I have the body of a man, mostly, if you don’t pay attention to my fine bones and nearly hairless body. And most people don’t. Rather they notice my broad shoulders, narrow hips, and strong brow, and if they ... continuePosted December 22, 2014 by
Surprised to be Aging – HIGHLIGHT
…and Appreciating Meditation COLUMN: Aging in Enlightened Society article and photos by John David Smith Ann Cason, who has has been bringing people together to talk about aging for many years, invited people for a potluck and discussion hosted by Dr Jenny Sasser in Ann’s backyard on August 30. ... continuePosted September 26, 2014 by
Helping the Corrections Officers too – HIGHLIGHT
Oregon State Penitentiary Corrections Officer Laura Hinkle underwent mindfulness training at the prison, which has helped her in her work with prisoners and her life. photo courtesy of Beth Nakamura/The Oregonian Exploring the Shambhala Prison Program Portland, Oregon article by John David Smith On a recent drive back to Portland ... continuePosted July 21, 2014 by
The Births of Ziji – HIGHLIGHT
Ziji Gustav KeelThe Shambhala Times is delighted to welcome three new babies: Los Angeles: Mat and Shara Keel are boundlessly grateful for the arrival of their son Ziji Gustav Keel, born in Los Angeles, January 27th, 2014. “Thank you, friends and family, for your kindness and your generosity ... continuePosted March 16, 2014 by
Dizzy with Dharma – HIGHLIGHT
Portland Shambhala Center membersCOLUMN: Aging in Enlightened Society On Life, Living, and Aging Well by Ann Cason, Portland, Oregon Someone once asked His Holiness the Dalai Lama how he felt about dying. He answered that he “looked forward to finding out if his practice was working.” When the Sakyong ... continuePosted October 16, 2013 by