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Title	Speaker	Date
Host Mind, Guest Mind Harmony Serial: RB-01528 Sesshin The main thesis of the talk is to explore the distinction and interaction between the "host mind" and "guest mind," particularly within the context of Zen practice and zazen meditation, while emphasizing the direct experience and... *Practice, Zazen, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Oct 17 2003 Johanneshof
Zen Unveiled: The Dual Path Serial: RB-01526 Sesshin The talk explores the principles of Zen practice, emphasizing the duality inherent in transformation processes, such as the dual nature of bodies, minds, breaths, and languages. It discusses the foundational elements of Zen... *Practice, Enlightenment, Intention*	Richard Baker	Oct 17 2003 Johanneshof
Zen and the Space of Awareness Serial: RB-01527 Sesshin The talk explores the concept of "unobstructed awareness" in Zen practice, highlighting the integration of the "space of the mind" with the "space of objects," a concept echoed in the Heart Sutra's teachings on emptiness. It... *Practice, Enlightenment, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Oct 17 2003 Johanneshof
Zen's Timeless Space of Awareness Serial: RB-01529B Sesshin The talk explores the intersection of space-like awareness, timelessness, and the non-teleological nature of Zen practice. It underscores the notion that Zen does not follow a structured map towards a specific goal but allows for... *Practice, Time, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Oct 17 2003 Johanneshof
Return to Stillness: Zen Awareness Unveiled Serial: RB-01510 Seminar The talk examines the nature of Zen practice, exploring its connections to ancient traditions and the cultivation of awareness distinct from discursive consciousness. It discusses the relationship between mind and body and the... *Practice, Consciousness, Time*	Richard Baker	Aug 29 2003 Luzern
Awakened Awareness Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-01509 Seminar The talk explores the concept of a "realized life" in Buddhism, focusing on the distinction between ordinary experience and awakened awareness through practice. Emphasis is placed on cultivating a questioning mind, understanding... *Practice, Consciousness, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Aug 29 2003 Luzern
Mindful Dialogues in Zen Practice Serial: RB-01511 Seminar The main thesis of this talk explores the dialogue between the "host" and "guest" minds within Zen practice, emphasizing the role of situational wisdom. It delves into the experience of Sazen and meditational practices, examining... *Practice, Time, Stillness*	Richard Baker	Aug 29 2003 Luzern
Awareness Beyond Constructed Reality Serial: RB-01512 Seminar The talk, "Zen's Path to Timeless Presence," delves into the precision of Zen practice, emphasizing the 'particular' moment through the integration of mind-body awareness. The discussion touches on concepts related to the... *Practice, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	Aug 29 2003 Luzern
Transcending Self Through Zen Stillness Serial: RB-01523 Sesshin The talk explores the transformative potential of Zen practice, particularly through zazen, emphasizing how the practice allows practitioners to transcend personal psychology and enter an understanding of existence that... *Practice, Time, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Aug 16 2003 Johanneshof
Zen Mind of Ready Openness Serial: RB-01522B Sesshin The talk covers the practice of Zen, emphasizing the concept of singularity and the mind's disposition in Zen practice. There is an exploration of the inherent "reason" individuals come together in Sesshin, suggesting that Zen... *Practice, Buddhism, Yoga*	Richard Baker	Aug 16 2003 Johanneshof
Integrating Stillness in Daily Life Serial: RB-01524 Sesshin The talk explores the practice of non-doing in Zen, emphasizing the integration of stillness and activity in daily life. It discusses Suzuki Roshi's teachings on the inclusion of "true mind" in everyday thinking and the necessity... *Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Aug 16 2003 Johanneshof
Perception, Practice, and Presence Serial: RB-01525 Sesshin The talk discusses the dynamic relationship between perception, existence, and language, using the concept of a stick as a metaphor to explore how meanings evolve with use and context, reflecting on ideas from philosophies that... *Practice, Zazen, Stillness*	Richard Baker	Aug 16 2003 Johanneshof
Zen Insights: Minds Merged in Meditation Serial: RB-01522A Sesshin The talk emphasizes the importance of practicing Zen together during the sesshin, particularly through the use of specific practices that bring conditions to the surface. A key focus is on understanding Zen phrases and koans,... *Buddhism, Practice, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Aug 16 2003 Johanneshof
Converging Worlds: Zen's Transformative Journey Serial: RB-01518B Prectice_Month_Talks The talk transitions from personal anecdotes to an exploration of transformative practice within Zen philosophy, emphasizing engagement with the world and oneself. It discusses the concept of location and engagement, drawing on... *Practice, Stillness, Time*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Inward Arrows: Zen Self-Transformation Serial: RB-01518A Prectice_Month_Talks The talk primarily explores the Zen concept of self-transformation through an engagement with the phenomenal world, emphasizing the metaphor of the "arrow's direction" as the path to achieving Satori by turning inward and... *Instruction, Practice, Dogen*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Living the Zen Truth Everyday Serial: RB-01515 Prectice_Month_Talks The central thesis of this talk is an exploration of Zen practice and how it integrates into various life circumstances, including familial and communal settings. Emphasis is placed on the "truth body" or "mind of truth" in Dōgen... *Practice, Work, Time*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Zen Practice: Personal Discovery in Life Serial: RB-01516 Prectice_Month_Talks The talk addresses the style of Zen teaching, emphasizing minimal verbal instruction and encouraging personal discovery through practice. It discusses the integration of family life into practice periods, reflecting on the need... *Practice, Practice Period, Time*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Mindful Presence: Freedom Through Form Serial: RB-01519B Prectice_Month_Talks The talk addresses the significance of form in Dharma practice, using the example of correctly cleaning the Setsu stick in Oryoki practice, and explores how form is both particular and interconnected, aligning with concepts of... *Freedom, Practice, Emptiness*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Cultivating Desire-less Enlightenment Serial: RB-01519A Prectice_Month_Talks The talk explores the process of cultivating a mind with "few preferences" as described in Buddhist texts, contrasting the restless desires of individuals like a child named Sophia with the tranquil, focused mind of a meditating... *Enlightenment, Practice, Dogen*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Zen in Everyday Rituals Serial: RB-01520A Prectice_Month_Talks The talk explores the concept of dharmic practice as illustrated through cultural rituals, such as the Japanese reconstruction of the Ise Shrine, and Zen principles demonstrated by Dogen's teachings. The speaker discusses the... *Practice, Time, Dogen*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Tactile Meditation: Beyond Discriminating Mind Serial: RB-01513 Prectice_Month_Talks The talk explores the unique nature of practice at Johanneshof, emphasizing a "tactile sensorium" akin to being in a tunnel, which helps practitioners explore different states of mind, including the concept of a "basic mind." Key... *Practice, Dogen, Time*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Transforming Karma: Living in the Now Serial: RB-01520B Prectice_Month_Talks The talk centers on understanding and transforming karma within Buddhist practice by acknowledging and completing experiences rather than altering them. Discussion includes how individual experiences and worldviews reify karma,... *Karma, Culture, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Zen Mindfulness: Daily Rituals Transformations Serial: RB-01521 Prectice_Month_Talks The talk explores the practice of mindfulness and gratitude through the lens of Zen traditions, emphasizing the importance of having a calm and clear mind by appreciating daily activities and embracing one's environment. The... *Practice, Zazen, Time*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Zen Self: Beyond Consciousness Connection Serial: RB-01517B Prectice_Month_Talks The talk explores the various types of practices within Zen philosophy, distinguishing between bringing practice into life versus bringing life into practice, and delves into the nature of the self as discovered through Zen.... *Practice, Consciousness, Time*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Zen Harmony Through Shared Listening Serial: RB-01517A Prectice_Month_Talks The talk explores the concept of "being here together" in a Zen practice month setting, emphasizing the experimentative nature of merging lay and monastic practices in the West. The main focus is on the schedule as a means to... *Practice, Culture, Koan*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Zen's Living Dialogue Transformation Serial: RB-01514 Prectice_Month_Talks The talk explores the integration of oral and written traditions within Zen practice, emphasizing the cultural transformation involved in embracing Zen's oral, aural, and experiential methodologies. It focuses on the intricate... *Practice, Culture, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 2003 Johanneshof
Dissolving Concepts Through Experience Serial: RB-01475 Talks The talk discusses the interplay between experience and theory in Zen Buddhism, focusing on how concepts shape experience and understanding. It emphasizes the Buddhist approach of seeing impermanence as an antidote to permanence... *Buddhism, Wisdom, Impermanence*	Richard Baker	Jul 06 2003 Johanneshof
Embracing Change: Mindful Zen Practice Serial: RB-01474 Talks The talk focuses on the fundamental aspects of Zen Buddhist practice, emphasizing mindfulness, the recognition of impermanence, and the significance of "pausing" within practice. The discussion explores how consciousness... *Practice, Stillness, Time*	Richard Baker	Jul 06 2003 Johanneshof
Intentionless Zen: Spontaneity in Practice Serial: RB-01503 Seminar_Karma,_Study_the_Self,_Study_the_World The talk explores the interplay between intention and Zen practice, emphasizing the concept of "intentionlessness" as a fundamental aspect of practice. It discusses the idea of holding teachings and concepts without trying to... *Practice, Intention, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Jun 27 2003 München
Zen Stillness: Consciousness and Presence Serial: RB-01504 Seminar_Karma,_Study_the_Self,_Study_the_World The talk explores the intricate relationship between consciousness, awareness, and presence in Zen practice. It delves into concepts such as uninterrupted concentration, as described by Yuan Wu, and the metaphor of stillness... *Stillness, Consciousness, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 27 2003 München
Beyond Consciousness: Cultivating Zen Awareness Serial: RB-01508 Seminar_Karma,_Study_the_Self,_Study_the_World The talk focuses on the exploration of self-awareness and intention as critical components of Zen practice, contrasting the role of posture and consciousness in meditation with broader discussions on how cultural and educational... *Time, Posture, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Jun 27 2003 München
Zen Mind in Modern Harmony Serial: RB-01502 Seminar_Karma,_Study_the_Self,_Study_the_World The seminar discusses the adaptation of Zen practice in Western contexts, emphasizing the challenges of integrating Zen into non-monastic lifestyles while acknowledging the fluidity of self and cultural identities through Zen's... *Practice, Buddhism, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 27 2003 München
Zen Mind: Beyond Positive Thinking Serial: RB-01507 Seminar_Karma,_Study_the_Self,_Study_the_World The talk explores the intersection of Zen practice and mindfulness with traditional concepts of mind, self, and awareness, emphasizing the transformative nature of practice beyond positive thinking. Techniques such as tracing the... *Practice, Stillness, Work*	Richard Baker	Jun 27 2003 München
Zen Identity Beyond Boundaries Serial: RB-01505 Seminar_Karma,_Study_the_Self,_Study_the_World The talk explores the interrelation of self, the world, and karma within Zen Buddhist practice, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's consciousness and identity beyond cultural confines. It questions the fixed nature... *Practice, Culture, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Jun 27 2003 München
Perceiving Reality Beyond Language Serial: RB-01506 Seminar_Karma,_Study_the_Self,_Study_the_World The talk explores the practice of understanding through naming and noticing, central to Zen and Theravadan Buddhism, focusing on breaking habitual thinking. The process is deeply rooted in the concept of "suchness" as experienced... *Practice, Consciousness, Stillness*	Richard Baker	Jun 27 2003 München
Presence Beyond Thought: Zen Therapy Serial: RB-01496 Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the connection between Zen practice and psychotherapy, particularly focusing on the concept of 'feeling' as opposed to 'thinking' in therapeutic settings. It outlines the concept of interdependence through... *Stillness, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 18 2003 Rastenberg
Zen and the Self: An Exploration Serial: RB-01495 Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk focuses on the intersection of Zen practice and psychotherapy, particularly exploring the culturally shaped self and Zen's responses to contemporary concepts of success and identity. It discusses the philosophical... *Practice, Bell, Work*	Richard Baker	Jun 18 2003 Rastenberg
Awakening Through Zen and Literature Serial: RB-01497 Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the intersection of Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, emphasizing the practice and realization of impermanence and the distinction between the observing self and the observing mind. It also discusses the concept... *Practice, Buddhism, Stillness*	Richard Baker	Jun 18 2003 Rastenberg
Zen Journeys: Accepting Everyday Self Serial: RB-01498 Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the integration of Zen practice into everyday life, emphasizing acceptance and the psychological process of becoming familiar with oneself. It discusses the initial mind of acceptance, advocating for a non-... *Practice, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	Jun 18 2003 Rastenberg
Zen Self: Interconnectedness Revealed Serial: RB-01499 Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The June 2003 talk, "Zen and Psychotherapy," explores the concept of the self, distinguishing between the self as a recognizable, predictable phenomenon and the non-self or non-referential self. It discusses the perception of... *Practice, Buddha, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Jun 18 2003 Rastenberg
Zen and Memory: Unraveling Self Serial: RB-01500 Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The seminar "Zen and Psychotherapy" explores the dynamics of memory and self-awareness at an advanced level, with analogies between Zen practice and psychological states such as Alzheimer's and amnesia. The talk highlights how... *Practice, Time, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Jun 18 2003 Rastenberg
Absorbing Reality Through Meditation Serial: RB-01501 Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy In the June 2003 seminar, the discussion centers on exploring Zen meditation as a practice of absorption and the relationship between subjective experience and objective reality. The talk examines how daily activities, like... *Practice, Stillness, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 18 2003 Rastenberg
Dreams, Zen, and Consciousness Unveiled Serial: RB-01492 Seminar_TheWisdom_of_Self_and_No-Self The talk delves into the layered experiences of dreams in the context of consciousness, intention, and practical Zen techniques for managing different mental states. It also explores the complexity of consciousness, self, and ego... *Consciousness, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2003 Rastenberg
Reconstructing Self Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-01491 Seminar_TheWisdom_of_Self_and_No-Self The talk explores the concept of self in Zen Buddhism, focusing on its activity-based nature and its adaptability to different contexts. The discussion integrates the function of self within legal systems, suggesting that our... *Consciousness, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2003 Rastenberg
Trusting Experience, Embracing Present Self Serial: RB-01489 Seminar_TheWisdom_of_Self_and_No-Self The talk discusses the notion of trusting experiences and differentiating them from beliefs, highlighting the importance of context when interpreting and acting on experiences. It is argued that experiences should be trusted but... *Time, Practice, Breath*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2003 Rastenberg
Redefining Self Through Zen Mindfulness Serial: RB-01490 Seminar_TheWisdom_of_Self_and_No-Self This seminar examines the dynamic interplay between concepts of self and non-self within Buddhist and Zen philosophy, specifically exploring how language, meditation, and cultural understandings shape these ideas. The dialogue... *Consciousness, Buddhism, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2003 Rastenberg
Beyond Self: Zen's Fluid Identity Serial: RB-01488 Seminar_TheWisdom_of_Self_and_No-Self This talk explores the fluid and dynamic nature of 'self' within Zen philosophy, suggesting that self is not an immutable entity but an ongoing activity or process. The discussion covers personal experiences of transformational... *Time, Practice, Enlightenment*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2003 Rastenberg
Mindfulness Beyond Self and No-Self Serial: RB-01493 Seminar_TheWisdom_of_Self_and_No-Self The seminar explores the intricate relationship between self and no-self in Zen philosophy, highlighting the relational and homeostatic nature of the mind. It emphasizes the experiential approach of Zen practice, rejecting... *Practice, Buddhism, Oneness*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2003 Rastenberg
Interconnected Waves of Consciousness Serial: RB-01494 Seminar_TheWisdom_of_Self_and_No-Self This talk explores the interdependence and fluidity of consciousness and self, emphasizing that the observer and the observed arise from the same consciousness. The talk delves into the intricacies of meditation, illustrating the... *Practice, Consciousness, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2003 Rastenberg
Beyond Self: The Zen Shift Serial: RB-01487 Seminar_TheWisdom_of_Self_and_No-Self The talk explores the Zen practice of meditation and its cultural implications, particularly addressing the concepts of self and non-self. It examines how meditation helps transcend cultural conditioning, engaging participants in... *Buddhism, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2003 Rastenberg

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