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Title	Speaker	Date
Dreams Unveiled Through Zen Wisdom Serial: RB-01677F Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the relationship between Zen Buddhism and psychotherapy, focusing on the role of dreams in both practices. Dreams, described as a "revelatory" aspect of psychotherapy, are examined from a Buddhist perspective... *Consciousness, Practice, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Kassel
Stillness in Motion: Zen Unveiled Serial: RB-01678E Sesshin This talk explores the integration of physical and mental practice within Zen, using the instruction "don't move" as a lens to understand deeper concepts. The central thesis is that the performative act of not moving in Zazen... *Time, Instruction, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Johanneshof
Mindful Stillness in Everyday Life Serial: RB-01678F Sesshin The talk addresses the integration of Zen practice into daily life, focusing on the concept of self as a constant destination that can be understood through mindfulness of posture, breath, and consciousness. The exploration... *Consciousness, Daily Life, Stillness*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Johanneshof
Mindology vs Psychology: Zen Unplugged Serial: RB-01677A Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the relationship between Zen practice and psychotherapy, addressing how these practices intersect and diverge in their approach to understanding mind and body. It emphasizes the differences over similarities,... *Practice, Buddhism, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Kassel
Zazen's Depth: Beyond Time and Space Serial: RB-01678D Sesshin This talk focuses on the essential components of Zazen meditation, exploring the profound statement by Dogen regarding cross-legged meditation as the "king of all samadhis." The speaker examines the notion of transcending the... *Zazen, Dogen, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Johanneshof
Embodying Buddha's House Through Zazen Serial: RB-01678C Sesshin The talk discusses the concept of Zammai-O-Zammai, as described by Dogen, focusing on transcending the world by embodying the "Buddha ancestor's house." It highlights the importance of community practice within a lay sangha,... *Posture, Zazen, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Johanneshof
Embracing Zen: Interdependence and Identity Serial: RB-01676F Seminar_The_Path_in_the_City,_in_the_Mountains This talk explores the evolution of Buddhism in the West, emphasizing the development of new metaphors and models to interpret traditional concepts in contemporary contexts. It delves into the practice of negation in Zen,... *Practice, Buddhism, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Hannover
Sesshin: Journey into Present Awareness Serial: RB-01678A Sesshin The talk explores the conceptual framework of Sesshin as an exploration of the unknown, contrasting it with the familiar idea of a destination. It emphasizes the importance of attention as a location, a concept whereby the mind... *Breath, Posture, Pain*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Johanneshof
Urban Monasticism and Sensory Awakening Serial: RB-01676D Seminar_The_Path_in_the_City,_in_the_Mountains The talk explores the tension between urban and monastic practice within the Dharma Sangha, examining how each environment influences spiritual maturity. It highlights a perceived contradiction between city and monastic practice... *Practice, Work, Lay*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Hannover
Dynamic Mind in Zen Practice Serial: RB-01676E Seminar_The_Path_in_the_City,_in_the_Mountains The talk explores the concept of "mountain practice" and "city practice" in Zen Buddhism, delving into the distinction between "Buddha mind" and "ordinary mind." These terms relate to the ancient Buddhist teaching of the "two... *Buddha Mind, Buddha, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Hannover
Inhabiting Time Through Zazen Serial: RB-01678B Sesshin The talk discusses the distinctive qualities of the zazen practice and its transformative impact on one's perception of space and time. It emphasizes Dogen's statement on the uniqueness of the zazen world compared to other worlds... *Time, Zazen, Stillness*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Johanneshof
Embracing Impermanence Through Zen Wisdom Serial: RB-01676H Seminar_The_Path_in_the_City,_in_the_Mountains This talk explores the dynamic interplay between the two truths of later Buddhism and their practical implications for daily life. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of shifting from a perception of permanence to one of... *Consciousness, Buddhism, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Hannover
Zen Meets Psychotherapy: Minds Unbound Serial: RB-01677C Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy This talk explores the intersection of Zen practice and psychotherapy, focusing on how both fields address concepts of self, mind training, and the experience of emptiness. The discussion highlights the importance of perceiving... *Emptiness, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Kassel
Evolving Enlightenment: Personal Paths in Zen Serial: RB-01676C Seminar_The_Path_in_the_City,_in_the_Mountains The talk explores the differences between monastic and lay Buddhist practices, questioning whether the ideal of enlightenment is the same for both. It is argued that enlightenment is not a static, identical experience but a... *Practice, Sangha, Enlightenment*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Hannover
Buddha Mind: Paths and Practices Serial: RB-01676B Seminar_The_Path_in_the_City,_in_the_Mountains The talk explores the philosophical distinction between "ordinary mind" and "Buddha mind," emphasizing the significance of preserving their differences while noting their role in the lived experiences of enlightened individuals.... *Buddha Mind, Buddha, Practice*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Hannover
Zen Insights into Modern Therapy Serial: RB-01677B Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The seminar explores the intersection of Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, with a focus on distinguishing and integrating thinking, feeling, and perceiving to cultivate a deeper self-awareness. The discussion touches on... *Practice, Buddhism, Posture*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Kassel
Zen Paths: Bridging Mountain and City Serial: RB-01676G Seminar_The_Path_in_the_City,_in_the_Mountains The talk explores the intersection between the monastic life and lay practice within Zen philosophy, examining how monastic experiences, such as at Johanneshof, impact practitioners' urban lives. It also discusses how sessions or... *Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Lay*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Hannover
Zen and the Art of Acceptance Serial: RB-01677D Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores Zen and psychotherapy, emphasizing the concept of the "initial mind" or "beginner's mind" through a three-fold practice: acceptance, questioning, and committing to no harm. This practice is compared to the Zen... *Practice, Time, Precepts*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Kassel
Paths of Perception and Stillness Serial: RB-01676I Seminar_The_Path_in_the_City,_in_the_Mountains The talk addresses the dichotomy between the "mountain path" and the "city path," symbolizing different approaches to spiritual practice and everyday life. Focus is placed on interrupting the habitual identification with thoughts... *Practice, Time, Stillness*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Hannover
Urban Solace, Mountain Simplicity Serial: RB-01676J Seminar_The_Path_in_the_City,_in_the_Mountains The talk explores the interplay between the city and mountain paths in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of satisfaction derived from presence and acceptance over understanding. It also discusses the role of the city in... *Time, Practice, Posture*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Hannover
Zen and Psychotherapy Synergy Unveiled Serial: RB-01677E Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk delves into the relationship between Zen practice and psychotherapy, focusing on enlightenment experiences, the practice of Zazen, and the contrast between goal-oriented therapies and spiritual paths. The discussion... *Practice, Zazen, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Kassel
Zen Threads Weaving Everyday Life Serial: RB-01678G Sesshin The talk explores the theme of integrating Zen practice into daily life, emphasizing the need to develop a subtle awareness that perceives the continuity of practice across various states of consciousness. It discusses the... *Practice, Daily Life, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Oct 2009 Johanneshof
Unwrapping Mindful Presence in Buddhism Serial: RB-01675 Ordination This talk delves into the practice of taking the precepts in Buddhism, emphasizing its importance as an experiential philosophy rather than a traditional religion based on belief. Several key points are highlighted, including the... *Intention, Precepts, Practice*	Richard Baker	Sep 2009 Johanneshof
Immovable Stillness in Zazen Practice Serial: RB-04013 Seminar_Minds_of-Zazen The talk explores the principle of immobility in Zazen practice, focusing on the instruction "do not move" as a central teaching. The discussion addresses the distinctions between correcting posture and maintaining stillness,... *Instruction, Posture, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 2009 Rastenberg
Unmoving Stillness: Discovering Inner Freedom Serial: RB-04012 Seminar_Minds_of-Zazen The talk centers on exploring the mental and physical dimensions of Zazen, particularly emphasizing the significance of the instruction "don't move" as essential to Zen practice. It discusses how maintaining stillness allows... *Posture, Zazen, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Jun 2009 Rastenberg
Mindful Postures Shape Perception Serial: RB-04009 Seminar_Minds_of-Zazen The talk focuses on the practice of Zazen and its significance in shaping the mind-body relationship. It examines how specific postures can influence decision-making and perception, emphasizing the role of continuous questioning... *Posture, Time, Breath*	Richard Baker	Jun 2009 Rastenberg
Pathway to Collective Zen Insight Serial: RB-04015 Seminar_Minds_of-Zazen In the June 2009 seminar "Minds of Zazen," the discussion explores the concept of practice evolving into a definitive path, where individual elements coalesce to reveal deeper understandings. The text also considers the idea of... *Practice, Sangha, Work*	Richard Baker	Jun 2009 Rastenberg
Mindful Presence Beyond Thoughts Serial: RB-04014 Seminar_Minds_of-Zazen This talk explores the transformative impact of viewing reality through a spatial rather than chronological lens, highlighting the Zen practice of zazen as a means to realize this transformation. The central thesis is the... *Practice, Zazen, Stillness*	Richard Baker	Jun 2009 Rastenberg
Zen Posture: Bridging Mind and Culture Serial: RB-04008 Seminar_Minds_of-Zazen The talk primarily explores the intricate relationship between mind and body through the practice of Zazen, emphasizing the foundational role of posture and experiential practice. The discussion delves into how cultures like... *Posture, Zazen, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 2009 Rastenberg
Zen Mindfulness in Everyday Flight Serial: RB-04016 Seminar_Minds_of-Zazen The talk primarily explores integrating Zen practice, particularly zazen, into everyday life, emphasizing the subtle but profound shift when practice becomes a path. It discusses the importance of mental postures such as... *Practice, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	Jun 2009 Rastenberg
Cultivating Aliveness Through Zen Wisdom Serial: RB-04010 Seminar_Minds_of-Zazen The talk explores the complexities of conveying Buddhist teaching, highlighting the challenge of balancing content pacing for an audience with varying levels of experience. A major discussion centers around the translation and... *Stillness, difficulty, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 2009 Rastenberg
Interconnected Consciousness in Zen Practice Serial: RB-04011 Seminar_Minds_of-Zazen The seminar titled "Minds of Zazen" explores the nuanced interplay between body and mind in Zen practice, with a focus on the concept of "pravartate," which means mutual turning around or interconnectedness of consciousness. The... *Practice, Zazen, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Jun 2009 Rastenberg
Carving Emptiness: Zazen's True Practice Serial: RB-04017 Seminar_Minds_of-Zazen The talk explores the practice of Zazen with a focus on pausing for contemplation, the idea of spatial experience, and the practice of internal and external renunciation. Discussed is the challenge of developing an adept lay... *Practice, Practice Period, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Jun 2009 Rastenberg
Zen's Blank Slate Journey Serial: RB-04018 Seminar_Minds_of-Zazen The seminar discusses the concept of renunciation within Zen practice, focusing on the practical understanding and application of the "four marks"—appearance, duration, dissolution, and disappearance—and how this relates to... *Practice, Meditation, Intention*	Richard Baker	Jun 2009 Rastenberg
Embodied Presence in Zen Practice Serial: RB-01687B Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy This talk explores the intersection of Zen practice and conceptual frameworks, particularly focusing on the experiential qualities of presence, intention, and embodiment. It delves into Yunyan’s contemplation while sweeping,... *Practice, Zazen, Suzuki Roshi*	Richard Baker	May 31 2009 Budapest
Koans and Mindful Transformation Serial: RB-01687A Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The seminar explores the interaction between Zen, particularly the practice with koans, and psychotherapy. A central theme is the koan "the one who is not busy," treated as a talisman, an object used for personal spiritual... *Koan, Practice, Posture*	Richard Baker	May 31 2009 Budapest
Zen and Psychotherapy: Consciousness in Flow Serial: RB-01687G Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the interplay between Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, focusing on concepts of consciousness, awareness, and the essence of meditation practice. It examines the idea of dependence in both contexts and contrasts... *Consciousness, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	May 31 2009 Budapest
Zen and the Mind's Awakening Serial: RB-01687H Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The seminar explores the intersection of Zen practice and psychotherapy, emphasizing the non-religious, experiential nature of Zen as a human practice aimed at fostering awareness. It discusses the concepts of self, self-... *Practice, Breath, Separation*	Richard Baker	May 31 2009 Budapest
Awakening Through Zazen Awareness Serial: RB-01687D Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the concept of "hearing your own hearing" in the context of zazen, emphasizing an internal awareness of one's own sensory experiences as a pathway to a feeling of bliss. Additionally, it examines the koan "... *Koan, Buddhism, Enlightenment*	Richard Baker	May 31 2009 Budapest
Mindfulness in Motion: Bridging Consciousness Serial: RB-01687C Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the integration of Zen practice into daily life, focusing on the ability to hold multiple states of consciousness simultaneously, such as immediate, secondary, and borrowed consciousness, and developing an... *Consciousness, Practice, Breath*	Richard Baker	May 31 2009 Budapest
Mindology Meets Psychology: Bridging Worlds Serial: RB-01687E Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk discusses the intricate relationship between Zen Buddhism and psychotherapy, examining how psychological and psychotherapeutic frameworks have integrated concepts such as "mindfulness" and "right livelihood" from... *Buddhism, Practice, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	May 31 2009 Budapest
Mindfulness Bridges: Zen Meets Therapy Serial: RB-01687F Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk examines the intersection of Zen meditation and psychotherapy, focusing on the distinct yet complementary roles of each practice. Zen meditation, specifically zazen, emphasizes absorption and unity of body and mind,... *Meditation, Practice, Stillness*	Richard Baker	May 31 2009 Budapest
Zen and Therapy: Meeting the Mind Serial: RB-01674N Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy This talk examines the intersection of Zen Buddhism and psychotherapy, focusing on the mutual exploration and potential synthesis of these disciplines. It discusses the practice of "non-social meeting" prevalent in both therapy... *Practice, Breath, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2009 Rastenberg
Incubating Experience Beyond Understanding Serial: RB-01674A Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the integration of Zen practice and psychotherapy, emphasizing the concept of "incubation" over mere intellectual understanding. It highlights the idea of experiencing life as a continuum of interconnected... *Practice, Time, Posture*	Richard Baker	May 2009 Rastenberg
Zen Intersections: Rituals and Therapy Serial: RB-01674M Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the interplay between Zen and psychotherapy, emphasizing how ritual and symbolic acts integrate mind and body to facilitate therapeutic and personal growth. It discusses the role of constellations in therapy,... *Work, Time, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	May 2009 Rastenberg
Zen Therapy: Finding Self Beyond Self Serial: RB-01674L Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The seminar explores the intersection of Zen practice and psychotherapy, focusing on the fundamental questions about letting go and the nature of self. Discussions highlight the physical and mental components of mind states in... *Practice, Work, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2009 Rastenberg
Integrating Past Through Zen Insights Serial: RB-01674B Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The transcript discusses the interrelation between Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, with a specific focus on how past experiences influence the mind in the present. It examines the distinction between Buddhism and psychology,... *Work, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2009 Rastenberg
Mindful Interplay of Zen and Psychotherapy Serial: RB-01674C Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy This talk delves deeply into the interplay of Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, discussing how the inseparability of mind and body is experienced and developed through practices in both fields. The concept of "breath body" is... *Practice, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	May 2009 Rastenberg
Zen and Therapy: Intentional Awareness Serial: RB-01674I Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy This talk explores the integration of Zen practice and psychotherapy, emphasizing the therapeutic value of awareness, intention, posture, and the acceptance of not knowing. It suggests that while psychotherapy addresses specific... *Practice, Work, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	May 2009 Rastenberg
Incubating Insight Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-01674E Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the interaction between Zen practice and other experiential processes such as therapy, meditation, and constellations, emphasizing the significance of real, embodied relationships within a Sangha for effective... *Practice, Sangha, Posture*	Richard Baker	May 2009 Rastenberg

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