Rochester Zen Center Teisho (Zen Talks)

November 2023 Sesshin, Day 6 Commentary on the teachings of Charlotte Joko Beck (Part 2). Source: Everyday Zen: Love and Work by Charlotte Joko Beck. Edited by Steve Smith. Harper Collins, 1989. Teisho by Sensei John Pulleyn.  Automated Transcript The post Teachings of Charlotte Joko Beck #2 appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

November 2023 Sesshin, Day 5 Commentary on the teachings of Charlotte Joko Beck (Part 1). Source: Everyday Zen: Love and Work by Charlotte Joko Beck. Edited by Steve Smith. Harper Collins, 1989. Teisho by Sensei John Pulleyn.  Automated Transcript The post Teachings of Charlotte Joko Beck #1 appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

November 2023 Sesshin, Day 4 Commentary on the teachings of Maurine Stuart (Part 4). Source: Subtle Sound: The Zen Teachings of Maurine Stuart. Edited by Sherry Chayat. Shambhala, 1996 Teisho by Sensei John Pulleyn.  Automated Transcript The post Zen Teachings of Maurine Stuart #4 appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

November 2023 Sesshin, Day 3 Commentary on the teachings of Maurine Stuart (Part 3). Source: Subtle Sound: The Zen Teachings of Maurine Stuart. Edited by Sherry Chayat. Shambhala, 1996 Teisho by Sensei John Pulleyn.  Automated Transcript The post Zen Teachings of Maurine Stuart #3 appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

November 2023 Sesshin, Day 2 Commentary on the teachings of Maurine Stuart (Part 2). Source: Subtle Sound: The Zen Teachings of Maurine Stuart. Edited by Sherry Chayat. Shambhala, 1996 Teisho by Sensei John Pulleyn.  Automated Transcript The post Zen Teachings of Maurine Stuart #2 appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

November 2023 Sesshin, Day 1 Commentary on the teachings of Maurine Stuart (Part 1). Source: Subtle Sound: The Zen Teachings of Maurine Stuart. Edited by Sherry Chayat. Shambhala, 1996 Teisho by Sensei John Pulleyn.  Automated Transcript The post Zen Teachings of Maurine Stuart #1 appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

Coming to the Path Talk by Ven. Kanji Argetsinger.  Automated Transcript The post Coming to the Path Talk by Ven. Kanji Argetsinger appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

Explore the importance of integrating Zen practice into everyday life and staying mindful. Learn how to cultivate presence by listening to natural sounds and focusing on immediate sensations. Discover the power of letting the mind fall silent and the role of insights in surpassing logical thought. Explore the functions of the right hemisphere of the brain and the importance of relaxation in gaining insights. Learn to let go and make changes in order to establish and sustain a Zen practice. Cherish the present moment like a musician cherishes their instrument. Enjoy the importance of Zen practice and the fortunate opportunity to have maps and a supportive community.

September 2023 Sesshin, Day 6 Teisho by Sensei Dhara Kowal.  Automated Transcript The post Shoyoroku (Book of Serenity) #89, “Dongshan’s ‘No Grass’” appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

September 2023 Sesshin, Day 5 Commentary on the teachings of American Zen teacher Joko Beck (Part 3). Source: Everyday Zen: Love and Work by Charlotte Joko Beck. Edited by Steve Smith. Harper Collins, 1989. Teisho by Sensei Dhara Kowal.  Automated Transcript The post Teachings of American Zen teacher Joko Beck #3 appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.