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Kamala Masters's Dharma Talks at Spirit Rock Meditation Center
Kamala Masters
It has long been important for me to offer the purity of the teachings of the Buddha in a way that connects with our common sense and compassion as human beings, which allows for the natural blossoming of wisdom.
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2006-06-07 The Inner Landscape Of Compassion 59:18
This talks lays out what compassion is, how it benefits us, and what the near and far enemies of compassion are.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday and Wednesday Talks
2005-07-16 Satipatthana Vipassana Bhavana 57:21
Satipatthana is the method of mindfulness. Vipassana is the knowledge that comes thru the cultivation of mindfulness practice.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday and Wednesday Talks
2004-10-28 Equanimity 60:28
Equanimity is resting the mind before it falls into extremes of reactivity. The spacious, calm balance of equanimity can contain both the joys and sorrows of life— supporting mindfulness and the opening to deeper wisdom when we open to “how it is.” Moment to moment, equanimity leads to a great respect and to alignment with the truths that liberate.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday and Wednesday Talks
2004-10-23 Faith 55:12
The Buddha likened faith to a seed, an intention, to grow in the direction of wisdom and compassion, to venture beyond what is known. The seed sends down roots which take in nourishment to grow the seed. The roots are likened to virtuous activity. From there, sprouts grow, blossom and bear the fruits of serenity and insight.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday and Wednesday Talks
2004-04-17 Exploring The Terrain Of Compassion 64:12
What would it be like to keep our hearts open in the midst of great suffering?
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday and Wednesday Talks
2002-07-26 Equanimity And Change 50:16
Through the practice of equanimity we are able to face the changing conditions of our lives with balance, spaciousness and great care.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday and Wednesday Talks
2000-07-19 Healing Our Hearts With Compassion 60:19
Developing the healing force of compassion helps us to open to the pain of our lives.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday and Wednesday Talks
2000-01-25 Hindrances To Metta Practice 59:45
How to recognize, work with, and relate to the hindrances in metta practice.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday and Wednesday Talks

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