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Retreat Dharma Talks at Spirit Rock Meditation Center

Spirit Rock - Rainbow Sangha

The Rainbow Sangha is a weekly gathering of self-identified practitioners within marginalized gender and sexuality groups such as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, two-spirit, gender non-conforming, and same-gender loving. Together, we’ll explore the Dharma in ways that welcome our lived experiences and build community that honors our diverse voices.

Program includes meditation, a dharma talk, and a practice-oriented discussion.

All levels of meditation experience welcome!

2022-01-26 (3262 days) Spirit Rock Meditation Center

  
2024-07-17 “Vortex” – The Dharma of Toxic Love/Dukkha 65:08
Rev. Liên Shutt
2024-07-24 The Gift of Understanding and Cultivating Equanimity 60:24
Wildecy de Fatima Jury
2024-08-07 Tribute to Eric Kolvig 33:05
JD Doyle
Note: Some of the audio is glitchy at times. See slideshow here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1f0vqOKimeXtWjjyJggCluxnxDiUK17Ncb08eMADZq_E/edit#slide=id.p
2024-08-14 Finding Our Queer Space in the Dharma 66:58
Kimber Simpkins-Nuccio
2024-08-21 Grief: A Portal Into Living Life Fully 56:30
Amana Brembry Johnson
2024-10-02 Practicing with the Fire Element 32:08
JD Doyle
2024-10-23 Wise Speech: Dung, Flowers, or Honey 34:25
JD Doyle
2024-11-06 Reflections on Connection and Trust 47:15
Brett Wheeler
2024-11-20 Compassion Meditation on Trans Day of Remembrance 22:26
JD Doyle
2025-01-11 Generosity Is the Answer 29:10
Devon Hase
A talk focused on Dana Parami and its role in recognizing Nibbana. The discussion highlighted the importance of removing obscurations to reveal awareness, wisdom, and love. Devon explained how Paramis helped clear the way and emphasized the interdependence of giving and receiving. Practical aspects of generosity were addressed, including maintaining healthy boundaries and understanding motivations. Personal stories and reflections were shared to illustrate different types of giving and the long-term benefits of a generous mindset. Devon encouraged participants to practice generosity in daily life and highlighted the profound impact of living with an open heart.
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