James Low - Dzogchen and Buddhist Teachings

11th December 2024. James Low had invited questions from people watching his Zooms, which he began to answer. Spanish translation: Mariana Orozco P1) ¿Cuál es la relación entre sabiduría y compasión? P2) ¿Cómo trabajar con los pensamientos, fantasías y recuerdos obsesivos que surgen durante el día? P3) ¿Cómo dejar ir un fuerte apego a una persona que causa dolor? P4) No puedo soltar mis sentimientos. Me quedo con ellos hasta que se desvanecen. ¿Cómo vivir con este dolor? P5) ¿Puede uno obtener un renacimiento afortunado en una tierra pura de Buda como Sukavati si no ha logrado la estabilidad en la práctica de Trekchö en esta vida como ser humano? P6) Si se puede renacer en una tierra pura, ¿cómo podría suceder esto en el bardo? P7) ¿Cómo ayuda la práctica del Tummo al Trekchö? P8) En la enfermedad, ¿es posible un equilibrio entre buscar remedios ya sea medicina ortodoxa u holística y simplemente estar con lo que hay y permitir que cualquier enfermedad presente encuentre su propio movimiento curativo? P9) Alguien ha enviado una cita de Padmasambhava. Cuando nació, hizo esta declaración: «Mi padre es Samantabhadra y mi madre es Samantabhadri». Estas son las dos formas que vemos en unión sexual: la forma unida del Buda primordial. «Pertenezco a la familia de la no-dualidad, de la esfera de la presencia. Mi nombre es el Glorioso Nacido del Loto. Me alimento a diario de conceptos de dualidad. Soy la esfera no nacida de todos los fenómenos». ¿Qué significa esto?

11th December 2024. James Low had invited questions from people watching his Zooms, which he began to answer. German translation: Robert Jaroslawski F1) In welcher Beziehung stehen Weisheit und Mitgefühl zueinander? F2) Wie geht man mit zwanghaften Gedanken, Fantasien und Erinnerungen um, die im Laufe des Tages auftauchen? F3) Wie kann man eine starke Anhaftung an eine Person, die Schmerzen bereitet, loslassen? F4) Ich kann meine Gefühle nicht loslassen. Ich bleibe einfach bei ihnen, bis sie verschwinden. Wie kann man diesen Schmerz durchleben? F5) Kann man eine glückliche Wiedergeburt in einem reinen Buddha-Land wie Sukavati erlangen, wenn man in diesem Leben als Mensch kein stabiles Trekchö erreicht hat? F6) Wenn man eine Wiedergeburt in einem reinen Land erlangen kann, wie könnte dies im Bardo geschehen? F7) Wie unterstützt Tummo Trekchö? F8) Gibt es bei Krankheit ein Gleichgewicht zwischen der Suche nach Heilmitteln – schulmedizinisch oder ganzheitlich – und dem einfachen Sein mit dem, was ist, und dem Zulassen, dass der jeweilige Zustand seine eigene heilende Bewegung findet? F9) Jemand hat ein Zitat von Padmasambhava geschickt. Als er geboren wurde, gab er diese Erklärung ab: „Mein Vater ist Samantabhadra und meine Mutter ist Samantabhadri.“ Dies sind die beiden Formen, die wir in der sexuellen Vereinigung sehen – die vereinte Form des ursprünglichen Buddha. „Ich gehöre zur Familie der Nicht-Dualität, zur Sphäre der Bewusstheit. Mein Name ist der Glorreiche Lotusgeborene. Ich verzehre Konzepte der Dualität als meine Nahrung. Ich bin die ungeborene Sphäre aller Phänomene.“ Was bedeutet das?

16-17th May 2024. "Awakening to the Nature of the Mind" retreat in Wilga, Poland. James' teachings on the topic. https://simplybeing.co.uk/events/awakening-to-the-nature-of-the-mind-retreat-wilga-may-2024/ This teaching retreat focused on awakening to awareness, based on the text "The Direct Indication of Buddhahood beyond Classification", which is a terma (treasure) text revealed by C.R. Lama’s first incarnation, Nuden Dorje (Chapter 8 in James' book "Simply Being"). Text in English: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11sVrT9UPyRQZM4DornAfJwVVJkueqTvU/view Link to purchase the book: https://www.amazon.com.br/Simply-Being-James-Low/dp/1907571019 Polish translation: Bartłomiej Czajkowski "(00:00) Day 3 (18/05/2024)" "(04:28:51) Day 4 (19/05/2024)" Audio file of this video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p7eMx2G84ulaHPa6bOS3xTaD2pb5QJ5t/view Cover art: Michał Świstak Operator 📱 Instagram of excerpts: / simplybeingsangha 🎧 Poscasts of some teachings: https://simplybeing.co.uk/news/podcasts/ 📆 Learn more about future events: https://simplybeing.co.uk/events/ Video at https://youtu.be/vEt5XzNn4v8?si=YN9G0YjQZzwVtJeZ

16-17th May 2024. "Awakening to the Nature of the Mind" retreat in Wilga, Poland. James' teachings on the topic. https://simplybeing.co.uk/events/awakening-to-the-nature-of-the-mind-retreat-wilga-may-2024/ This teaching retreat focused on awakening to awareness, based on the text "The Direct Indication of Buddhahood beyond Classification", which is a terma (treasure) text revealed by C.R. Lama’s first incarnation, Nuden Dorje (Chapter 8 in James' book "Simply Being"). Text in English: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11sVrT9UPyRQZM4DornAfJwVVJkueqTvU/view Link to purchase the book: https://www.amazon.com.br/Simply-Being-James-Low/dp/1907571019 Polish translation: Bartłomiej Czajkowski "(00:00) Day 1 (16/05/2024)" "(04:38:10) Day 2 (17/05/2024)" Audio file of this video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p7eMx2G84ulaHPa6bOS3xTaD2pb5QJ5t/view Cover art: Michał Świstak Operator 📱 Instagram of excerpts: / simplybeingsangha 🎧 Poscasts of some teachings: https://simplybeing.co.uk/news/podcasts/ 📆 Learn more about future events: https://simplybeing.co.uk/events/ Video at https://youtu.be/vEt5XzNn4v8?si=YN9G0YjQZzwVtJeZ

Delve into the fascinating concepts of dual consciousness and non-dual awareness. The discussion emphasizes how technical Buddhist terms should serve as insightful tools rather than rigid definitions. Learn about the metaphor of self-massage, which encourages personal engagement with dharma teachings. Experience the beauty of being responsive and open, like an empty hand ready to form various functions. This journey into understanding invites listeners to embrace the immediacy of life without overthinking.

Discover the transformative power of self-acceptance as the discussion highlights its role in authentic relationships. Embrace vulnerability and learn how it paves the way for true intimacy. The insights encourage greater self-awareness and emotional peace, guiding listeners toward a clearer understanding of their experiences. By relaxing habitual patterns, the path to self-liberation becomes evident, inviting everyone to take it easy and appreciate their journey.

6th to 9th June 2024. Always already present! Dzogchen summer retreat at Emerson College, in East Sussex, United Kindgdom. https://simplybeing.co.uk/events/always-already-present-dzogchen-camping-retreat-emerson-college-2024/ “The focus of this short retreat is on directly opening to our mind as it is. Our intrinsic presence is not created by others, by our own effort, or by circumstances. It is not a construct and it is not like anything we know. By dis-identifying with our constructive habits we will set them free to vanish where they are. This reveals our own source of which we are the non-dual display.” James Low Organised by Huw Wyn and recorded by Gareth Williams. Audio recordings (dowload also available): https://simplybeing.co.uk/audio-records/year/emerson-college-6-9-june-2024/ Instagram of excerpts from James Low's teachings: instagram.com/simplybeingsangha Learn more about future events: simplybeing.co.uk/events/ Video at https://youtu.be/0Skwpcknuag?si=grPFA3fqbicGuo6v

Dive into the Tibetan Buddhist exploration of mind and self-identity, where the focus is on impermanence and meditation. Discover how ego-driven narratives distort our perception and contribute to dissatisfaction. The discussion draws connections between colonial injustices and the complexities of labeling, urging a reflection on interconnectedness. Emphasizing self-awareness as a path to liberation, it highlights the fluid nature of identity and encourages living in the present to foster deeper connections.

Explore the transformative power of flexibility in identity, likened to building with Lego bricks. Delve into the struggles with illness and how identity impacts health outcomes. Discover the beauty of embracing vulnerability and change, drawing on ancient wisdom. Gain insights on overcoming fixation and anxiety by letting go and accepting life's flow for a more liberated existence. It's a journey towards relaxation and finding peace amidst life’s complexities.

Dive into the intriguing exploration of how societal constructs shape our identities, as vibrant metaphors reveal the imposed nature of self. Discover the balance between personal truth and cultural expectations, and how the journey to self-liberation encourages us to release limiting attachments. Reflect on the fluidity of identity and the beauty of presence that enhances our connections with others. Engaging discussions highlight the challenges of fragmentation while advocating for gentleness in the reintegration of our true selves.