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Title	Speaker	Date
Zen and Psyche: Transformative Integration Serial: RB-01668F Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the intersection of Zen practice and psychotherapy, focusing on the transformation of psychological experiences during Zen meditation retreats such as Sesshin. It discusses the concept of "karma cooking," where... *Buddhism, Consciousness, Practice*	Richard Baker	Sep 2008 Kassel
Aliveness: Gateway to Experiential Presence Serial: RB-01668C Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the theme of "aliveness" as a key to experiencing presence and continuity, proposing that aliveness itself can be an entry into understanding both conscious and unconscious experiences. It distinguishes between... *Consciousness, Buddhism, Time*	Richard Baker	Sep 2008 Kassel
Cultivating Intentions Through Buddhist Vows Serial: RB-01669 Ordination The talk focuses on the significance of taking Buddhist precepts and vows as expressions of one's innermost intentions and the creation of human space, which is central to Buddhist practice. It explores the meaning behind... *Vow, Precepts, Time*	Richard Baker	Sep 2008 Johanneshof
Soft Eyes, Boundless Compassion Serial: RB-01667G Seminar_Bodhisattva-Practice The talk delves into Zen practices, focusing on the blurring of conceptual boundaries and the maintenance of energy during Sashin. It discusses the metaphor of the hat that never leaks as a symbol for maintaining concentration... *Compassion, Practice, Koan*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Hannover
Compassion's Path to Interdependence Serial: RB-01667I Seminar_Bodhisattva-Practice The talk explores the Bodhisattva practice, highlighting the complexity of compassion and its role as a gateway to the experience of interdependence within Buddhism. The discussion emphasizes the difference between love, defined... *Compassion, Practice, Love*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Hannover
Sitting in Satisfactory Stillness Serial: RB-01666F Sesshin The talk addresses the concept of "sitting in the satisfaction of sitting" within Zazen practice, emphasizing the importance of experiencing a sense of completeness and contentment without other goals. Although it reflects an... *Zazen, Suffering, Work*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Johanneshof
Listening the World into Compassion Serial: RB-01667D Seminar_Bodhisattva-Practice The talk explores compassion and the Bodhisattva path, particularly focusing on its integration into modern culture and how it diverges from Western conceptions of humanity and human interaction. Central to the discussion is the... *Compassion, Avalokiteshvara, Practice*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Hannover
Mindful Perception in Zen Practice Serial: RB-01666E Sesshin The talk focuses on the concept of "mind as a medium" within Zen practice, emphasizing the idea that each perception not only points to the object perceived but also to the mind perceiving it. This dual awareness is foundational... *Practice, Time, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Johanneshof
Each Moment, Fully Alive Serial: RB-01666D Sesshin This talk explores the integration of Zen practice into daily life, emphasizing the role of "mindfulness of every each," a concept that involves an attentive awareness of particulars without generalization. It also discusses the... *Daily Life, Zazen, Wisdom*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Johanneshof
Continuity Beyond Self-Acceptance Serial: RB-01666B Sesshin The talk discusses the concept of "continuum" in Zen practice, emphasizing the need to maintain a personal and collective sense of continuity in meditation and daily life. It critiques a contemporary Zen interpretation focused... *Buddha, Practice, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Johanneshof
Embodied Existence: A Zen Exploration Serial: RB-01666C Sesshin The talk primarily explores the existential question of what it means to be alive, transitioning from a focus on the meaning of existence to the experience of existence. It underscores the importance of collaborative exploration... *Culture, Koan, Emptiness*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Johanneshof
Mindful Resonance: Beyond the Self Serial: RB-01666A Sesshin The talk explores the dual objectives of "Sashin," a Zen practice that involves deep introspection and study of the self. It discusses developing a calm relationship with physical and emotional pain, promoting the dissolution of... *Buddha, Pain, Suffering*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Johanneshof
Embodied Compassion: Heroes and Bodhisattvas Serial: RB-01667A Seminar_Bodhisattva-Practice This talk explores the definition and practice of being a Bodhisattva, comparing it to fictional heroes like Superman, Batman, and Robin Hood, and considering the attributes of altruism in both real and fictional contexts. It... *Compassion, Bodhisattva, Practice*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Hannover
Cultivating Presence Through Interconnected Aliveness Serial: RB-01667C Seminar_Bodhisattva-Practice The talk primarily explores the concept of "human space" as a continuous creation influenced by cultural and biological factors, emphasizing the interconnectedness between caregivers and infants. There is a focus on "sitting... *Bodhisattva, Time, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Hannover
Awakening the Compassionate Path Serial: RB-01667H Seminar_Bodhisattva-Practice This talk explores the nuances of love, compassion, mercy, and pity, questioning whether understanding of these emotions is sufficient for practice. The focus shifts to the concept of the Bodhisattva, discussed as an activity... *Bodhisattva, Compassion, Practice*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Hannover
Compassion's Duality: Embracing Fierce Wisdom Serial: RB-01667B Seminar_Bodhisattva-Practice This talk examines the duality of compassion through both cultural narratives and Buddhist philosophy, emphasizing how the archetype of the 'good person' is shaped by cultural influences and personal experiences. The discussion... *Culture, Compassion, Bodhisattva*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Hannover
Zen Decisions: Compassionate Paths Forward Serial: RB-01667J Seminar_Bodhisattva-Practice This talk explores the complexities of decision-making through the lens of Zen philosophy and Bodhisattva practice. It examines how decisions impact various stakeholders, particularly when unforeseen consequences lead to... *Vow, Bodhisattva, Practice*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Hannover
Presence Beyond Distinction and Reaction Serial: RB-01667E Seminar_Bodhisattva-Practice The main thesis of the talk emphasizes the practice of the Bodhisattva as an integration of sitting with awareness, where sitting itself becomes an act of presence and happiness beyond relative distinctions or response to... *Practice, Time, Bodhisattva*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Hannover
Embodied Compassion Through Unity Serial: RB-01667F Seminar_Bodhisattva-Practice This seminar explores the practice of the Bodhisattva through various teachings and koans, emphasizing the continuity and unity of intent and action. There is a discussion of the importance of mentorship and the archetype of... *Bodhisattva, Avalokiteshvara, Time*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Hannover
Seamless Awareness Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-01666G Sesshin This sesshin explores the integration of consciousness and knowing, emphasizing the dual nature of supraliminal and subliminal knowing. It examines the challenges of perceiving and participating in the whole of reality through... *Stillness, Mindfulness, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Aug 2008 Johanneshof
Zen Constellations: Mindful Interconnections Serial: RB-01665B Talks_Constellation-Work_and_Zen This talk explores the intersections and distinctions between Zen practice and constellation work, focusing on their complementary roles in enhancing understanding and mindfulness. Zen emphasizes realization and the lessening of... *Practice, Buddhism, Love*	Richard Baker	Jul 2008 Johanneshof
Zen Courage: Transformative Mindfulness Practices Serial: RB-01665A Talks_Constellation-Work_and_Zen The talk explores the integration of Zen practices with constellation work, emphasizing the role of courage in achieving samadhi, or profound meditative absorption. It discusses how Zen Buddhism and therapeutic modalities like... *Intention, Ceremony, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jul 2008 Johanneshof
Beyond Words: The Mystery Awakens Serial: RB-01665D Talks_Constellation-Work_and_Zen The talk examines the tension between explaining the world through theories and acknowledging the subtle mystery of existence, using the concept of "alaya-vijnana" as a central idea. The discussion bridges Zen philosophy and... *War, Time, Stillness*	Richard Baker	Jul 2008 Johanneshof
Zen Constellations: Embodying Generous Awareness Serial: RB-01665C Talks_Constellation-Work_and_Zen The talk explores the intersection of constellation work and Zen practice, focusing on the capacity to inhabit roles and the importance of emotional detachment. It emphasizes how experiences in constellation work can be... *Practice, Time, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jul 2008 Johanneshof
Bodily Spaces in Zen Connection Serial: RB-01665E Talks_Constellation-Work_and_Zen This talk explores the concept of "bodily space" within Zen practice and constellation work, suggesting that recognizing zazen meditation as a bodily space helps to diminish self-referential thinking. The discussion incorporates... *Work, Time, Koan*	Richard Baker	Jul 2008 Johanneshof
Breaking Through the Mem-Sign Veil Serial: RB-01663F Seminar_The_Self The talk explores the complex nature of the self, arguing that self-awareness is inherently limited by the subjective vantage of the self itself. Using metaphors, it is suggested that perception is often obscured by a "mem-sign... *Practice, Meditation*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Fluid Self: Embracing Dynamic Consciousness Serial: RB-01663E Seminar_The_Self The talk addresses the concept of self and consciousness, focusing on perceiving selfness as a fluctuating entity rather than a fixed one. It delves into Zen and Buddhist perspectives on mind and awareness, emphasizing the... *Intention, Consciousness, Practice*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
MemScience: Navigating Memory and Presence Serial: RB-01664D Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the intersection of Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, focusing on the concept of the past's presence in the present moment. The discourse delves into the nature of memory and percepts, introducing the idea of "... *Practice, War, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen and the Art of Self-Discovery Serial: RB-01664E Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk delves into the interplay between Zen practice and psychotherapy, focusing on the transformative nature of self-perception and the role of "mem signs" in consciousness. It highlights the distinction between observing... *Practice, Pain, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen Constellations: Mapping Inner Landscapes Serial: RB-01664I Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the relationship between Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, focusing on the concept of "constellation" as a metaphor for understanding the self and memory. The discussion highlights how awareness of personal... *Consciousness, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Flowing Consciousness: Zen Meets Psychotherapy Serial: RB-01664H Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the interplay between Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, focusing on the concept of "memsigns" and the influence of past experiences on present consciousness. The discussion emphasizes the transitory nature of... *Consciousness, Karma*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen Impermanence: Redefining Presence Serial: RB-01664F Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The discussion centers on integrating Zen practice with everyday life, focusing on concepts like 'memsign' to conceptualize the appearance of things and the relationship between the present and the past. The necessity of forming... *Consciousness, Impermanence, Intention*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen and Psychotherapy: Bridging Past and Present Serial: RB-01664G Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the interaction between Zen practices and psychotherapy, focusing on the concepts of vikalpa and sankalpa as frameworks linking past experiences with present awareness, potentially leading to enlightenment. It... *Time, Work, Samadhi*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen and Therapy: Consciousness Interplay Serial: RB-01664K Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the intersection of Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, focusing on the process of consciousness as an interplay of gathering and releasing, alongside discussions of simultaneity and phenomenology. Themes of non-... *Time, Practice, Interdependence*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Mind Flow: Unity and Awareness Serial: RB-01664J Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy This talk explores the transformation of mind through the concepts of diachronic flow and synchronic immediacy, highlighting the distinction between continuity and synchronic unity. It further delves into the notion of self as... *Enlightenment, Time, Practice*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen Psychology: Grokking Interdependent Mindfulness Serial: RB-01664L Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The seminar explores the relationship between Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, emphasizing the understanding and embodiment of concepts such as the continuity and synchronic self. It discusses Buddhist ideas such as Dharmakaya,... *Buddha, Sambhogakaya, Dharmakaya*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen and Psychotherapy: Merging Minds Serial: RB-01664M Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the integration of Zen practice within the framework of psychotherapy, emphasizing the importance of engaging with the present moment through perception and cognition. It delves into the dynamic between stored... *Consciousness, Practice, Zazen*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Beyond Self: The Dynamic Process Serial: RB-01663K Seminar_The_Self This talk's main thesis explores the concept of self as a non-entity and continuous process, emphasizing the importance of intention in practice rather than mere understanding. It posits that the self integrates with memory and... *Consciousness, Practice, Intention*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Bridging Zen and Psychology Realms Serial: RB-01664A Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The seminar discusses the intersection of Zen Buddhism and psychotherapy, exploring how Buddhist concepts, such as samsara and the symbolic self, contrast and align with Western psychological approaches. It emphasizes the role of... *Practice, Buddhism, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Mindfulness Unveiled: Zen Meets Therapy Serial: RB-01664C Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk delves into the interplay between Zen philosophy, particularly mindfulness as described by Dogen, and psychotherapy practices, emphasizing how these ideas confront traditional perceptions of consciousness. The discussion... *Consciousness, Practice, Work*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen and Memory's Perceptual Dance Serial: RB-01664B Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy This talk explores the intersection of Zen and psychotherapy, emphasizing the concepts of memory and perception. The discussion critiques conventional psychological terms, instead proposing "stored experience" to describe the... *Buddhism, Work, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Mindfulness and the Illusion of Self Serial: RB-01663C Seminar_The_Self The talk explores the concept of "self" in Buddhism, focusing on the processes of "vikalpa" and "sankalpa" and their roles in identity and mindfulness. The analogy of the self as a "handle" is used to illustrate how individuals... *Mindfulness, Buddhism, Buddha*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Beyond Ego: Discovering the True Self Serial: RB-01663I Seminar_The_Self The talk revolves around the challenging concept of "self" in Zen philosophy, discussing its differentiation from ego, its processual nature compared to static entities, and its perception across different religious contexts.... *Yoga, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Unfolding the Essence of Self Serial: RB-01663J Seminar_The_Self This talk examines the complexities of self through various philosophical lenses, primarily focusing on Zen Buddhism and Vedic teachings. It discusses the concept of the self as a continuity that unfolds through the interplay of... *Breath, Consciousness, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen Pathways: Rediscovering Self Through Practice Serial: RB-01663D Seminar_The_Self This talk explores the concept of self in the context of Zen Buddhism, focusing on the problematic nature of self as perceived in Buddhist philosophy, the experiential versus theoretical understanding of self, and the interplay... *Time, Work, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Transcending Self: East Meets West Serial: RB-01663H Seminar_The_Self The talk examines the philosophical and practical aspects of the self, exploring concepts of a 'strong self' necessary for transcendence, the notion of a 'background mind', and the interplay between self and experience.... *Buddhism, Time, Oneness*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Redefining Self: A Buddhist Journey Serial: RB-01663B Seminar_The_Self The talk critically examines the nature and development of the self in the context of Buddhism, arguing that the self is both a societal construct and an agent of personal realization and enlightenment. The discussion highlights... *Buddhism, Time, Suffering*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Self Beyond Illusion and Attention Serial: RB-01663A Seminar_The_Self The talk explores the concept of the self, examining it through the lens of Buddhism and daily experiences. It discusses the complex interplay between mind, body, and the notion of self, questioning the categorizations and... *Breath, Buddhism, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Just This: Embracing the Present Serial: RB-01663G Seminar_The_Self The talk explores the Zen concept of "just this," emphasizing its prescriptive use as a practice to focus attention and reduce attachment, rather than simply a descriptive phrase. This practice encourages engagement with the... *Practice, Time, Koan*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Depth in the Present Moment Serial: RB-03174 Practice-Period_Talks The talk centers on the concept of "pausing for the particular," which is explored as a contemplative practice aiming to deepen mindfulness by concentrating on specific moments or elements in the present. This practice is... *Consciousness, Practice, Culture*	Richard Baker	Mar 11 2008 Crestone Zen Mountain Center

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