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Title	Speaker	Date
Embracing Impermanence Through Mindful Silence Serial: RB-02975 Seminar_Meditation_and_Mindfulness The talk focuses on the importance of mindfulness and meditation practices, emphasizing the transformative potential of non-thinking consciousness. It discusses the practice of engaging with the titles of sutras or teachings as a... *Consciousness, Practice, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Mindful Phrases: Deepening Presence Serial: RB-02969 Seminar_Meditation_and_Mindfulness This talk examines the practice of articulated mindfulness and the significance of phrases in meditation and mindfulness, with a focus on the phrase "all that arises is subject to cessation." The discussion highlights how... *Practice, Mindfulness, Monastic Practice*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Aliveness: Meditation Meets Mindfulness Serial: RB-02968 Seminar_Meditation_and_Mindfulness The February 2005 talk examines the distinctions and interrelations between meditation and mindfulness within Zen practice, questioning whether they cater to different roles such as laypeople and monks, and how they influence one... *Practice, Meditation, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Embracing Impermanence for Collective Harmony Serial: RB-02974 Seminar_Meditation_and_Mindfulness The talk delves into the concept of suffering and impermanence, questioning whether fully accepting impermanence eliminates existential suffering. It explores the Dalai Lama's perspective on happiness, the function of teachings... *Suffering, Consciousness, Buddha Nature*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Sound, Sight, and Spiritual Insight Serial: RB-02970 Seminar_Meditation_and_Mindfulness This seminar explores how the ingredients of consciousness are constructed and influenced by meditation and mindfulness practices, emphasizing the shift from visually-based to sound-based consciousness in Zen practice. The... *Consciousness, Practice, Enlightenment*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Zen and the Art of Mindfulness Serial: RB-02971 Seminar_Meditation_and_Mindfulness The talk explores the interplay between meditation, mindfulness, and religious practices, particularly highlighting a comparison between Catholic and Protestant rituals in relation to Zen. The discussion transitions into an... *Consciousness, Practice, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Mindful Integration of Buddhism Serial: RB-02973 Seminar_Meditation_and_Mindfulness The talk discusses the integral relationship between mindfulness, meditation practice, and Buddhist teachings, emphasizing that teachings require the foundation of mindfulness and meditation to be realized effectively. It... *Mindfulness, Practice, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Zazen and Mindfulness: Harmonious Presence Serial: RB-02972 Seminar_Meditation_and_Mindfulness The talk explores the complementary relationship between zazen (sitting meditation) and mindfulness, emphasizing the absorptive state of mind characteristic of zazen and the practice of mindfulness as noticing without being... *Practice, Consciousness, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Crafting Consciousness in Zen Practice Serial: RB-02980 Practice-Week_The_Benefits_of_Zen-Practice The talk discusses the ritual aspect of Zen practice and the importance of integrating form and freedom from form. It emphasizes the necessity of locating oneself within Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha and introduces a framework... *Consciousness, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Sudden Awakening in Everyday Zen Serial: RB-02979 Practice-Week_The_Benefits_of_Zen-Practice The February 2005 talk delves into the nuanced exploration of Zen practice, primarily focusing on the contrast between sudden and gradual enlightenment, and why many do not engage in Zen practice despite its potential benefits.... *Practice, Buddha, Enlightenment*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Unfolding Nonlinear Paths to Mindfulness Serial: RB-02981 Practice-Week_The_Benefits_of_Zen-Practice This talk explores the benefits of Zen practice by analyzing metaphors and koans to elucidate the underlying principles of mindfulness and zazen. The discussion delves into the "plowing" metaphor from the twelfth koan in Shoryoku... *Practice, Zazen, Buddha Nature*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Embrace Presence Through Zen Paradox Serial: RB-02982 Practice-Week_The_Benefits_of_Zen-Practice This talk reflects on the benefits of Zen practice, emphasizing the paradox of practice being both challenging and transformative. A Zen story about Linji Rinzai involving unconventional behavior at a meal is recounted,... *Practice, Consciousness, Time*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Rhythms in Daily Harmony Serial: RB-02984 Practice-Week_The_Benefits_of_Zen-Practice The talk explores the integration of Zen practices, such as meditation and mindfulness, into daily life, emphasizing the importance of giving intentional shape and form to the everyday routine. Key references include Michael... *Sangha, Mindfulness, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Practice: Awakening the Fourth Mind Serial: RB-02983 Practice-Week_The_Benefits_of_Zen-Practice The talk explores the transformative benefits of Zen practice, emphasizing the noticing of body, mind, and breath as foundational components. It articulates how the practice of "still sitting" helps settle the mind and body,... *Practice, Mindfulness, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Mindful Interplay: Consciousness Beyond Self Serial: RB-02978 Seminar_Meditation_and_Mindfulness The talk discusses consciousness, mindfulness, and the subtle interplay between observing mind and self-reflection, drawing comparisons with Western thought, particularly Freud's psychoanalysis. Using Buddhist concepts like the... *Consciousness, Practice, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Feb 2005 Johanneshof
Zen Life: Intimacy and Freedom Serial: RB-01637G Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk examines the integration of Zen practice into everyday life, exploring concepts like intimacy, separation, and the nature of friendships within the Zen community. Further emphasis is on the art of giving a Zen lecture,... *Enlightenment, Bell, Love*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Mindful Transformation Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-01636E Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk explores the integration of lay and monastic practices, focusing on stabilizing the mind through mindfulness. It emphasizes the transition from a knowing, discursive consciousness to a noticing, non-discursive... *Consciousness, Practice, Daily Life*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Becoming Time Through Zazen Experience Serial: RB-01636F Practice-Month_Talks_1 This talk explores the concept of experiencing oneself as the embodiment of time, proposing a shift in perspective from being constrained by a schedule to understanding oneself as "time itself." This is suggested as a form of... *Time, Practice, Zazen*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Breath Awareness and Enlightenment Insights Serial: RB-01637F Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk focuses on demystifying enlightenment, emphasizing its universality and variability across cultures. The discussion critiques the notion of enlightenment being revered as a purely theological experience and underscores... *Breath, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Unveiling Enlightenment's Interconnected Journey Serial: RB-01637E Practice-Month_Talks_2 This talk explores the nature of enlightenment in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the concepts of original, initial, and experiential enlightenment, and the non-absolute nature of enlightenment experiences. The discussion contrasts... *Enlightenment, Culture, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Continuous Practice: Path to Enlightenment Serial: RB-01637C Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk centers on the articulation of "continuous practice" within Zen philosophy, referencing Dogen’s teachings, and its role in uncovering and integrating deeper spiritual truths, particularly wisdom and compassion. It... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Enlightenment*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Inherent Enlightenment: A Continuous Realization Serial: RB-01637D Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk discusses the concept of enlightenment in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the distinction between sudden and gradual enlightenment, suggesting a preference for the term "incremental realization." It challenges the... *Enlightenment, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Transcending Self Through Continuous Zen Serial: RB-01637B Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk discusses the practice and philosophy of Zen, emphasizing continuous practice as described by Dogen. It explores the concept of "non-self-referencing present," suggesting that true understanding and connection with the... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Culture*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Sashin: Journey Beyond Self Narratives Serial: RB-01637A Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk emphasizes the notion of "Sashin" as an experimental practice, akin to an experiment within various cultural contexts like Western or Buddhist cultures. The essence of Sashin is articulated as a journey toward self-... *Continuous Practice, Practice, Culture*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Awakening Through Embodied Presence Serial: RB-01636B Practice-Month_Talks_1 This talk explores the interplay between personal cultivation and cultural influence, emphasizing that while humans are shaped by culture, enlightenment is achievable because we are deeply transformable. The discussion reflects... *Practice, Zazen, Bell*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Noticing Over Knowing in Zen Serial: RB-01636G Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk delves into the teachings of Dogen, emphasizing the concept of "continuous practice," which is not inherently tied to the self and interplays between faith and actualization. The discussion touches upon the mind of... *Continuous Practice, Practice, Sixth Patriarch*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Zen Practice: Continuous Self-Actualization Serial: RB-01636H Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk explores the multifaceted nature of Zen practice and its relation to continuous self-realization, focusing on the concept of "practice which actualizes itself." It discusses the nuances of lay monastic practice, the role... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Practice Period*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Embracing the Ordinary: Discover Buddha Nature Serial: RB-01636C Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk explores the practice of Zen service activities, such as bowing and chanting, as a means to engage with the teachings of the Buddha and the Dharma. It argues that these seemingly mundane activities allow practitioners to... *Buddha, Buddha Nature, Practice*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Zen's Echo: Translating Impermanence Serial: RB-01636K Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk explores the complex role of translation within Zen practice, emphasizing translation as both a technical and interpretative act. It reflects on how the Zen teachings transcend linguistic containers through the practice... *Consciousness, Bell, Practice*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Awakening the Active Zen Mind Serial: RB-01636A Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk emphasizes the inherent activity of the mind in Zen practice, drawing on teachings from Suzuki Roshi's "Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind" and introducing the concept that the mind is not a static entity but an active force. It... *Silence, Breath, Practice*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Embracing Unpredictability Through Zen Presence Serial: RB-01636D Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk explores the tension between the Western desire for predictability and the experience of unpredictability, particularly in Zen practice. It examines the concept of experiencing reality directly through Zazen, without... *Zazen, Posture, japanese*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Noticing: The Heart of Mindfulness Serial: RB-01636I Practice-Month_Talks_1 The main thesis of the talk revolves around an exploration of Dogen's teaching on continuous practice, specifically focusing on the practice of "noticing" as foundational to this concept. The discussion contrasts "noticing" with... *Practice, Zazen, Continuous Practice*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Zen: Science of Present Being Serial: RB-01700 Talk_Living_Zen The talk explores the concept of "Living Zen," emphasizing Zen practice as a form of science rather than a religion, characterized by its continuous development and engagement with the present moment. The discussion includes the... *Time, Practice, Work*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Göttingen
Embodying Enlightenment Through Intuitive Knowing Serial: RB-04074 Seminar_The_Nature_of_Mind The talk focuses on the teachings of Kukai, Dogen, and Shinran concerning the concept of inherent enlightenment and the realization that one is already Buddha, expressed through the phrase "Soku shin jo butsu." The discussion... *Consciousness, Buddha, japanese*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Berlin
Beyond Consciousness: Intuitive Decision-Making Serial: RB-04075 Seminar_The_Nature_of_Mind The seminar "The Nature of Mind" discusses the concept of intuition and decision-making beyond structured consciousness. It explores how intuitive impulses often emerge from a different cognitive space, influencing decisions that... *Consciousness, Work, Bell*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Berlin
Contextual Awakening in Zen Practice Serial: RB-01631 Seminar_The_Nature_of_Mind_6 This talk explores the concept of contextual consciousness in Zen Buddhism, particularly through the perspectives of figures like Dogen, Kukai, Nichiren, and Shinran. It emphasizes the process of letting external circumstances... *Consciousness, Dogen, Practice*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Göttingen
Awakening Through Zen's Ocean Dance Serial: RB-03927 Sesshin This talk examines the concept of "swimming" in spiritual practice, emphasizing the metaphorical journey within the Zen sesshin experience. It draws heavily on Dogen’s insight that awakening can be achieved through the profound... *Dogen, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Johanneshof
Breath, Mind, and Consciousness Journey Serial: RB-04073 Seminar_The_Nature_of_Mind The talk explores the intricate relationship between mind, awareness, and the physical body, particularly emphasizing the connection between awareness and breathing. The discussion touches on the process of mindfulness, the... *Consciousness, Practice, Anger*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Berlin
Backward Step into Immediate Awareness Serial: RB-04072 Seminar_The_Nature_of_Mind The talk delves into the Buddhist conception of the self, contrasting it with the Freudian ego, and exploring the concept of consciousness through a discussion about different states of mind. It emphasizes the distinction between... *Consciousness, Time, Practice*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Berlin
Transforming Perception Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-03665 Sesshin The talk explores the transformation and significance of views in Zen practice, emphasizing how recognition and transformation of such views are essential for enlightenment. A personal anecdote is shared to illustrate a non-... *Dogen, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Johanneshof
Awareness Unveiled: Beyond Consciousness Serial: RB-04070 Seminar_The_Nature_of_Mind This talk explores the distinction between consciousness and awareness, emphasizing the transformative potential of awareness as understood through meditation and bodywork practices like craniosacral therapy. It outlines the... *Consciousness, Work, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Berlin
Collective Awakening Through Contextual Consciousness Serial: RB-04076 Seminar_The_Nature_of_Mind The talk examines the concept of "contextual consciousness" as discussed by Dogen, Kukai, Nichiren, and Shinran, highlighting the notion that consciousness arises not from individual self-focus, but from an interaction between... *Consciousness, Practice, Dogen*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Berlin
Enlightenment Through Experiential Presence Serial: RB-03117 Sesshin The talk explores Dogen's concepts of cultivation and authentication within the practice of Sashin, emphasizing the experiential nature of enlightenment. It examines the duality between conveying the self to things, which is... *Dogen, Practice, Karma*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Johanneshof
Exploring Consciousness Beyond Waking Realms Serial: RB-04071 Seminar_The_Nature_of_Mind The talk delves into the conceptual exploration of the mind, distinguishing between the waking, dreaming, and non-dreaming minds, and introduces the idea of a "fourth mind," likened to awareness found in both Buddhism and... *Consciousness, Buddhism, Practice*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Berlin
Embodied Unity in Zen Practice Serial: RB-02659 Sesshin The talk explores the concept of interconnectedness in Zen practice, focusing on the idea that "myriad things and I are the same body," and how this is not merely a metaphor but a tangible aspect within Zen practice. It discusses... *Samadhi, Practice, japanese*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Johanneshof
Flowing with the Buddha Stream Serial: RB-02214 Sesshin The talk explores the experiential nature of Zen practice, emphasizing Dogen's concept of the "Buddha stream" as a dynamic activity rather than a static entity. Through this lens, it examines the fluidity and adaptability of... *Buddha, Buddha Ancestors, Dogen*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Johanneshof
Zen's Dance of Impermanence Serial: RB-02933 Sesshin This talk explores the concepts of practice, naturalness, and impermanence within Zen Buddhism, focusing on the tension between conscious effort and the natural unfolding of awareness. It examines the evolution of Zen teachings... *Practice, Consciousness, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Johanneshof
Embodied Awareness Beyond Consciousness Serial: RB-04068 Seminar_The_Nature_of_Mind The talk explores the concept of the "nature of mind" in Zen philosophy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of mind and body, and suggesting that true awareness arises from this unity. The discussion highlights the physicality of... *Consciousness, Practice, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Berlin
Bridging Minds Through Meditative Awakening Serial: RB-04069 Seminar_The_Nature_of_Mind The talk delves into the nature of mind as explored through Buddhist practice, emphasizing personal experience as the basis for understanding. It highlights the interconnectedness and separation of three mental states: waking,... *Buddhism, Practice, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Berlin
Blossoming Impermanence in Zen Practice Serial: RB-03142 Sesshin The talk explores embodying impermanence through Zen practice, emphasizing the transformation of self and perception. The speaker illustrates the symbolic role of the flower in Zen, referencing the mythopoetic origins with... *Impermanence, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Johanneshof

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