The teachers of this practice period each share their personal stories of finding Zen practice. Sensei Kodo shares his path to Zen practice, which began from a deep curiosity about […]

Winter Practice Period 2024: Sesshin Day 1 Dharma Talk With Noah Kodo Roen, Matthew Kozan Palevsky, Wendy Johnson, &#038; Joan Halifax

“Things are heating up all over the world. . .we as Buddhas practice in the raging fire.” In this dharma talk, Upaya visiting teacher Sensei Cynthia Kear navigates practice in […]

Practicing in the Raging Fire

Sensei Monshin discusses Case 40 from the Blue Cliff Record, which revolves around a conversation between Officer Lu Hsuan and Zen Master Nan Ch’uan. Lu Hsuan quotes another master who […]

Monshin Nannette Overley: Winter Practice Period 2024: Dharma Talk With Monshin Nannette Overley

Sensei Kozan’s talk explores Case 3 of the Blue Cliff Record, involving Great Master Ma’s response to a question about his health. Kozan begins by contextualizing the story with a […]

Matthew Kozan Palevsky: Winter Practice Period 2024: Dharma Talk With Matthew Kozan Palevsky

Sensei Kodo speaks on his koan adaptation “every atom samadhi,” inspired by Case 50 of the “Blue Cliff Record”. The discussion begins with an playful and encouraging inquiry into what constitutes […]

Noah Kodo Roen: Winter Practice Period 2024: Dharma Talk With Noah Kodo Roen

This is a continuation of the afternoon session where MH Rubin discusses their exploration of different philosophies to explain their photography and how they found resonance in the concept of […]

Joan Halifax: The Way Of Haiku: Winter at Our Back, Facing the Edge of Spring (8 of 8)

MH Rubin was exposed to many types of photographs through their parents’ extensive collection and developed their own photography style influenced by the eclectic mix of images he grew up […]

Joan Halifax: The Way Of Haiku: Winter at Our Back, Facing the Edge of Spring (7 of 8)

This is a continuation of the morning session where the program teachers, and guest speaker Billy Collins explore various aspects of Haiku, highlighting elements such as simplicity, misperception, and the […]

Joan Halifax: The Way Of Haiku: Winter at Our Back, Facing the Edge of Spring (6 of 8)

The program teachers, and guest speaker Billy Collins explore various aspects of Haiku, highlighting elements such as simplicity, misperception, and the intersection of perceptions. They share examples of Haiku poems […]

Joan Halifax: The Way Of Haiku: Winter at Our Back, Facing the Edge of Spring (5 of 8)

This is a continuation of the afternoon session where Guest speaker Lorraine Padden reflects on her personal journey with Haiku and acknowledges their position (and all of ours) as a […]

Joan Halifax: The Way Of Haiku: Winter at Our Back, Facing the Edge of Spring (4 of 8)

Guest speaker Lorraine Padden reflects on her personal journey with Haiku and acknowledges their position (and all of ours) as a student of the art form. This session puts emphasis […]

Joan Halifax: The Way Of Haiku: Winter at Our Back, Facing the Edge of Spring (3 of 8)

This episode is a continuation of the morning session that set the foundation for exploring haiku, both classic and contemporary expressions, including free haiku and 5-7-5 structure. Roshi Joan, Natalie […]

Joan Halifax: The Way Of Haiku: Winter at Our Back, Facing the Edge of Spring (2 of 8)

This session set the foundation for exploring haiku, both classic and contemporary expressions, including free haiku and 5-7-5 structure. Roshi Joan, Natalie Goldberg, and Sensei Kaz share their insights and […]

Joan Halifax: The Way Of Haiku: Winter at Our Back, Facing the Edge of Spring (1 of 8)

In the 2nd half of this program (discourse between Christiana and Roshi on climate change) Roshi Joan facilitates some beautiful dialogue from participants who share vulnerable truths about their hope […]

Christiana Figueres &  Joan Halifax: A Special Invitation: Beloved Community And Good Trouble For The Climate And Our World (Part 2 of 2)

In this very deep discourse between Christiana Figueres, Roshi Joan and the participants of this program we explore the complexity of human systems, social action, and the human experience. Christiana opens with her […]

Christiana Figueres &  Joan Halifax: A Special Invitation: Beloved Community And Good Trouble For The Climate And Our World (Part 1 of 2)

Frank and Roshi discuss the profound experience of being seen and truly felt. Through personal anecdotes and poetic expressions, they explore the transformative power of presence and being real. Explore […]

Frank Ostaseski &  Joan Halifax: Being Alive

In the concluding part of the afternoon session & the series, How The World Is Made, Roshi Norman continues on the importance of thought and language in the creation of […]

Norman Fischer: How the World is Made 2023 (Part 4 of 4)

In this second half of the series (1st part of the afternoon session) How The World Is Made, Roshi Norman continues on the importance of thought and language in the […]

Norman Fischer: How the World is Made 2023 (Part 3 of 4)

This talk is a continuation of the morning session : an opportunity to expand your perspective, challenge your assumptions, and contemplate the intimate connection between your mind and the world. […]

Norman Fischer: How the World is Made 2023 (Part 2 of 4)

This talk is an opportunity to expand your perspective, challenge your assumptions, and contemplate the intimate connection between your mind and the world. Join Norman Fischer Roshi as he navigates […]

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