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Title	Speaker	Date
Embodied Zen: Gesture and Mind Harmony Serial: RB-01648H Seminar_Sangha_Yesterday_and_Today The talk focuses on the relationship between physical practice and mental states, specifically discussing how archetypal gestures and bodily movements align with psychological states in a Zen context. References are made to "... *Practice, Sangha, Work*	Richard Baker	Jan 2006 Johanneshof
Embodied Awareness: The Zen Connection Serial: RB-01648B Seminar_Sangha_Yesterday_and_Today This talk delves into the practice of bringing attention to and within the body as part of mindfulness and Zen meditation. It emphasizes recognizing areas of the body that readily receive attention and those that do not, and... *Practice, Breath, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Jan 2006 Johanneshof
The Collective Awakening Within Silence Serial: RB-01648A Seminar_Sangha_Yesterday_and_Today The talk explores the concept of Sangha within traditional and contemporary contexts, emphasizing practicing together as a vital component of spiritual practice. It discusses the notion, inspired by Thich Nhat Hanh and... *Posture, Practice, Sangha*	Richard Baker	Jan 2006 Johanneshof
Embodied Consensus in Sangha Dynamics Serial: RB-01648G Seminar_Sangha_Yesterday_and_Today The talk explores the structure and dynamics of a contemporary Sangha, characterizing it as a "consensual democratic autocracy" and delving into the complexities and necessity of consensus within it. The discussion highlights the... *Sangha, Culture, Work*	Richard Baker	Jan 2006 Johanneshof
Reimagining Sangha: Posture and Presence Serial: RB-01648E Seminar_Sangha_Yesterday_and_Today This talk examines the concept of Sangha by comparing traditional and contemporary interpretations, with a focus on the role of sitting posture in Zen practice as a source of wisdom. A key argument is the necessity of creating a... *Practice, Sangha, Buddha Nature*	Richard Baker	Jan 2006 Johanneshof
Evolving Sangha: Tradition and Transformation Serial: RB-01648F Seminar_Sangha_Yesterday_and_Today The talk centers around the evolution and continuity of the Sangha, both historically and in contemporary contexts, highlighting challenges and adaptations necessary for its sustainability. Key themes include the generational... *Sangha, Practice, Culture*	Richard Baker	Jan 2006 Johanneshof
Breath, Life, Zen Interwoven Serial: RB-01649E Seminar_Mahayana-Practice_as_Vision_2 The seminar critically explores the concept of "practice" within Mahayana Buddhism, questioning how one integrates practice into daily life and the distinction between practice as a formal exercise versus a lived experience.... *Practice, Time, Breath*	Richard Baker	2006 Johanneshof
Awakening in Unity and Emptiness Serial: RB-01702E Seminar_Mahayana-Practice_as_Vision_1 The talk explores the evolution of Mahayana Buddhism, focusing on the transformation of its practice and concept of what constitutes a Buddha. This lecture emphasizes the communal nature of Zen practice, the teacher-disciple... *Practice, Buddhism, Buddha*	Richard Baker	2006 Johanneshof
Seeing Beyond Form's Illusion Serial: RB-01647C Sesshin This talk discusses the challenge of expressing abstract concepts and examines themes from the Diamond Sutra, particularly the nature of perception and the idea of seeing beyond entities to recognize activity and interdependence... *Buddha, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 2005 Johanneshof
Boundless Mind: Living Zen Practice Serial: RB-01647B Sesshin The talk discusses Zen practice as an embodiment of life itself, emphasizing the practice of Zazen, or sesshin, as a means to gather and focus the mind. It stresses the importance of moving beyond entity-thinking, which limits... *Practice, Buddha, Bodhisattva*	Richard Baker	Oct 2005 Johanneshof
Interweaving Mindfulness and Divine Interdependence Serial: RB-01647D Sesshin The primary focus of the talk is the exploration of attention and its relationship to form and emptiness, a fundamental concept in Zen. The discussion emphasizes the practice of directing one’s attention to the activities rather... *Buddha, Emptiness, Practice*	Richard Baker	Oct 2005 Johanneshof
The Transformative Power of Attention Serial: RB-01647E Sesshin The talk emphasizes the importance of attention as a pivotal aspect of Buddhist practice, explaining how it is the most transformative tool available. The significance of cultural practices, such as the formal use of language and... *japanese, Time, Japan*	Richard Baker	Oct 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Flow: Beyond Concepts to Reality Serial: RB-01647F Sesshin The talk explores the dynamic interplay between concept and practice within Zen philosophy, emphasizing the transition from a conceptual to a non-conceptual activity and attention stream. Insight is drawn from Suzuki Roshi's... *Practice, Breath, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 2005 Johanneshof
Embodied Awareness Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-01647A Sesshin This talk focuses on the Zen practice of sesshin and its impact on awareness, presence, and understanding of the self and others. It explores the importance of non-verbal communication and bodily presence during activities such... *Zazen, Pain, Practice*	Richard Baker	Oct 2005 Johanneshof
Whims and Wisdom: Zen Flow Serial: RB-01647G Sesshin This talk explores the concepts of attention, curiosity, and intuition within the practice of Zen, emphasizing a shift from conscious thought to a more bodily, non-conscious mental and physical activity. The discussion includes a... *Time, Work, Vow*	Richard Baker	Oct 2005 Johanneshof
Breath as a Bridge to Oneness Serial: RB-01646G Seminar_Somatic_Space This talk delves into the concept of practice spaces, experiential definitions of self, and Zen teachings regarding the universal mudra, with specific attention to the idea of the "Wisdom Mind" and the influence of physical space... *japanese, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Sitting: Path to Inner Transformation Serial: RB-03340 Seminar_Why_Sitting? The discussion focuses on the significance of sitting meditation within Zen practice, exploring the transformative aspects of sitting both personally and culturally. Sitting is posited as a cornerstone for understanding Zen... *Practice, Time, Posture*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 München
Experiencing Life Beyond Intellectual Boundaries Serial: RB-03341 Seminar_Why_Sitting? This talk explores the practice of sitting meditation (Zazen) and its ability to reveal an unstructured, experiential understanding of life, which is distinct from traditional teaching methods. It emphasizes the value of... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Posture*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 München
Boundless Bodies in Perception and Experience Serial: RB-01646H Seminar_Somatic_Space The seminar "Beyond Boundaries of Bodily Experience" explores the concept of the body beyond its traditional physical periphery, suggesting that the body is not just a physical entity but an experiential and perceptual phenomenon... *Pain, Breath, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Johanneshof
Embracing The Arrival of Mind Serial: RB-01645A Seminar_Living_Original_Mind The talk explores the concept of "Original Mind" in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between the field of mind and its contents. The discussion suggests that Zen practice, primarily through mindfulness... *Time, Zazen, Love*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Oldenburg
Embodied Zen: Unity in Practice Serial: RB-01646J Seminar_Somatic_Space The talk explores the interplay between Zen practice and the physical body, emphasizing the concept of "rising mind" facilitated through zazen (sitting meditation). It critiques the common disconnection between self and body,... *Practice, Lay Practice, Sangha*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Time: Embracing Original Mind Serial: RB-01645C Seminar_Living_Original_Mind The talk explores the concept of time and consciousness, juxtaposing Western and Chinese perceptions of the future, with a focus on Zen philosophy's approach to unexpectedness. It also delves into the interplay between 'original... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Breath*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Oldenburg
Buffalo Instincts: Crafting Intentions Mindfully Serial: RB-03339 Seminar_Why_Sitting? The September 2005 talk primarily explores the concept of intention in relation to discursive and intentional thinking, emphasizing the importance of shaping intentions with a blend of skill and sensation rather than purely... *Intention, Work, Wisdom*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 München
Beyond Self: The Zazen Journey Serial: RB-03345 Seminar_Why_Sitting? The talk delves into the transformative power of sitting meditation (zazen) and its impact on personal identity and worldview. It explores the distinction between the mind during meditation and daily activities, emphasizing the... *Practice, Posture, Ego*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 München
Beyond The Self: Meditation's Journey Serial: RB-03344 Seminar_Why_Sitting? The talk explores the transformative nature of sitting meditation, comparing it to being a life-changing practice akin to sleep as a daily activity. The speaker discusses the shifts in consciousness that arise from deep... *Practice, Time, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 München
Embodied Mindfulness: Thinking Beyond Thought Serial: RB-03338 Seminar_Why_Sitting? This talk explores the relationship between thinking and meditation, framed within the context of mindfulness practice. It discusses how thinking relates to bodily presence, referencing historical practices like oath-taking and... *Intention, Posture, Breath*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 München
Breathing Into Original Mindfulness Serial: RB-01645B Seminar_Living_Original_Mind This talk emphasizes the interconnection between mind and body within Zen Buddhism, stressing the importance of mindfulness practice, particularly focusing on breathing, to regain one's "original mind." It discusses how society... *Breath, Buddhism, Zendo*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Oldenburg
Dynamic Embodiment in Zen Practice Serial: RB-01646I Seminar_Somatic_Space The talk explores the concept of the body as more than a mere vessel, emphasizing its dynamic role as an activity or experience. It discusses the idea that Zazen practice aids in observing this dynamic nature and how it connects... *Practice, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Aliveness: Transforming Mindful Spaces Serial: RB-01646E Seminar_Somatic_Space The talk focuses on exploring the concept of "somatic space" and how shared experience and bodily aliveness relate to Zen practice. It discusses the transformation brought about by regular Zazen practice, highlighting the... *Practice, Buddha, Work*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Johanneshof
Meditative Mind Beyond Thought Serial: RB-01645F Seminar_Living_Original_Mind The talk explores the concept of observing the non-manifest field of mind, emphasizing the importance of practice over mere understanding. It discusses the teachings of Zen figures such as Yao Shan and the distinction between... *Practice, Dogen, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Oldenburg
Unveiling Zen: Beyond Dualistic Thought Serial: RB-01645G Seminar_Living_Original_Mind The talk explores the concept of "original mind" in Zen philosophy, emphasizing the importance of understanding it as an activity rather than an entity. This perspective challenges conventional Cartesian dualistic thinking,... *Bell, Silence, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Oldenburg
Floating through Perception's Lens Serial: RB-01646F Seminar_Somatic_Space This talk discusses the concept of buoyancy in a metaphorical sense, relating it to how individuals can shift their perception of unexpected events to maintain a positive or humorous outlook. The discussion transitions into an... *Bell, Breath, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Johanneshof
Unbound Awareness: Beyond Memory and Self Serial: RB-01645E Seminar_Living_Original_Mind The talk explores the concept of "original mind," highlighting a practice of breaking down predictable patterns and memory to experience a fresh, original state of awareness. This discourse emphasizes how different individuals... *Time, Breath, Culture*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Oldenburg
Embodied Interconnection in Zen Practice Serial: RB-01646D Seminar_Somatic_Space The seminar "Somatic Space" explores the concept of interconnectedness and the nature of mind and body, emphasizing the importance of somatic experience in Zen practice. The discussion touches upon the philosophical implications... *Time, Culture, Practice*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Alchemy: Ingredients of the Mind Serial: RB-03337 Seminar_Why_Sitting? The talk examines the concept of "Why Sitting?" within Zen practice, focusing on the intricate relationship between thinking and feeling as aspects of meditation and daily life. Exploring how mind is conceived as a set of "... *Work, Meditation, Culture*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 München
Meditation Memory and Mindful Narratives Serial: RB-03336 Seminar_Why_Sitting? The talk explores the concept of memory, its structure and role in meditation practice within Zen Buddhism, and contrasts it with other cultural understandings. It delves into the distinction between remembrance and memory,... *Name, Karma, Time*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 München
Embracing Enlightenment Through Meditative Surrender Serial: RB-01646C Seminar_Somatic_Space The talk focuses on the exploration of mental states and the process of acceptance and surrender during meditative practice, referencing experiences of pain and enlightenment. It highlights the role of acceptance as a form of... *Practice, Anger, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Johanneshof
Awakening the Original Mind Serial: RB-01645D Seminar_Living_Original_Mind The talk explores the concept of 'original mind' in Zen practice, which involves a state where the mind rests naturally without external pressures, planning, or questioning, and how this relates to Buddhahood. It emphasizes the... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Intention*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Oldenburg
Embracing Emptiness Through Meditation Serial: RB-01646B Seminar_Somatic_Space The talk explores the concept of "second space" through the practice of sitting meditation and its implications for consciousness, drawing parallels with traditional Sashin and monastic practices. The discussion delves into how... *Practice, Monastic Practice, Posture*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Johanneshof
Embodied Mindfulness in Zen Practice Serial: RB-01646A Seminar_Somatic_Space The talk explores the concept of somatic space, its connection to orality and oral culture, and its relevance to Zen practice, particularly focusing on posture and its impact on mindfulness and consciousness. Discussion includes... *Posture, Consciousness, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Johanneshof
Zen in Everyday Life Practice Serial: RB-03343 Seminar_Why_Sitting? The talk explores the practice of "informed non-institutional lay practice" versus monastic practice, emphasizing personal experiences and the adaptability of Zen teachings to one’s life context. The discussion includes the... *Practice, Time, Monastic Practice*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 München
Zen Harmony in Everyday Life Serial: RB-03342 Seminar_Why_Sitting? The seminar discusses the integration of meditation and Zen practice into daily life, emphasizing how sitting and the introduction of Zazen can lead to transformative experiences and spiritual awareness. It explores the... *Practice, Monastic Practice, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 München
Continuously Embracing the Present Moment Serial: RB-01646K Seminar_Somatic_Space The talk explores the concept of 'continuous practice' in Zen philosophy, contrasting it with Theravadan exercises by emphasizing the dissolution of self and self-identification. The practice encourages attention to the body's... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Work*	Richard Baker	Sep 2005 Johanneshof
Noticing Beyond Narrative Self Serial: RB-01638 Sesshin_1 The talk discusses the practice of Sesshin as an "experiment" in self-exploration, emphasizing the importance of "noticing" rather than "knowing" one's experience on the meditation cushion. The concept of "continuous practice" as... *Continuous Practice, Practice, Culture*	Richard Baker	Aug 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Pathways: Discovering Interconnected Enlightenment Serial: RB-01644 Sesshin_7 The main focus of the talk is on the nature of enlightenment within Zen practice, specifically examining the roles of friendship, duty, joy, and cultural constructs in the context of Zen teachings. The discussion emphasizes the... *Enlightenment, Bell, Love*	Richard Baker	Aug 2005 Johanneshof
Interconnected Awakening: A Cultural Lens Serial: RB-01642 Sesshin_5 The talk explores key pedagogical concepts of enlightenment in Zen Buddhism—original, initial, and experiential—highlighting the view that enlightenment is not an absolute experience of truth. It contrasts the Buddhist... *Enlightenment, Culture, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Aug 2005 Johanneshof
Zen: Enlightenment as Living Practice Serial: RB-01641 Sesshin_4 The talk focuses on the concepts of enlightenment within Zen Buddhism, distinguishing between original, initial, and actual enlightenment, and discusses the tension between sudden and gradual paths to enlightenment. The talk... *Enlightenment, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Aug 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Pathways: Continuous Practice Realized Serial: RB-01640 Sesshin_3 The talk explores the nature of enlightenment and continuous practice within Zen Buddhism, focusing on Dogen's teachings. It examines how phrases from texts can resonate due to the internal truths they uncover, considers... *Practice, Enlightenment, Continuous Practice*	Richard Baker	Aug 2005 Johanneshof
Living Beyond Self: Continuous Zen Serial: RB-01639 Sesshin_2 The talk explores the nature of continuous practice in Zen, contrasting self-referencing and non-self-referencing concepts of the present. It emphasizes the importance of engaging in practice such as Sesshin to cultivate a deep... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Culture*	Richard Baker	Aug 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Mind Embodied in Practice Serial: RB-01701 Talk The talk primarily explores the concepts of "Zen Mind" and "Beginner's Mind," inspired by the title and teachings of Suzuki Roshi’s book "Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind." The speaker explains the meanings of "Zen" as absorption and "... *Practice, Buddha, Posture*	Richard Baker	Jun 29 2005 Göttingen

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