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Title	Speaker	Date
Pause as the Mindful Bridge Serial: RB-01291 Seminar_Buddhism_and_Psychotherapy The central thesis of this talk examines the differences between immediate consciousness and Zazen mind, highlighting its independence from Zazen practice. Emphasis is placed on the role of 'pause' as an element of mindfulness... *Practice, Mindfulness, Breath*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2001 Schlierbach
Pathways to Enlightened Compassion Serial: RB-01297 Seminar_Buddhism_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the practice of the Bodhisattva path, emphasizing the gradual directionality toward freedom from assumptions, alongside the Four Foundations of Mindfulness. The speaker elaborates on how this practice shifts... *Practice, Bodhisattva, Enlightenment*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2001 Schlierbach
Breathing Elements: Mindful Integration Now Serial: RB-01292 Seminar_Buddhism_and_Psychotherapy The talk discusses the interplay between Buddhism and psychotherapy, focusing on the integration of meditation practices and the four elements—earth, water, air, and fire—as tools for personal understanding and transformation.... *Practice, Interdependence, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2001 Schlierbach
Mindfulness Meets Mind: A Journey Serial: RB-01295 Seminar_Buddhism_and_Psychotherapy This talk explores the intersection of Buddhism and psychotherapy, focusing on mindfulness practices and the concept of mind in its varying states. The speaker discusses the distinction between the pure mind and the mind of... *Mindfulness, Time, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2001 Schlierbach
Zen Meets Therapy: Mindful Integration Serial: RB-01296 Seminar_Buddhism_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the intersection of Zen Buddhism and psychotherapy, emphasizing the practice of the four foundations of mindfulness, particularly the fourth foundation, which involves understanding mental constructs as arising... *Bodhisattva, Practice, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 2001 Schlierbach
Mindful Alchemy: Zen and Vipassana Serial: RB-01288 Seminar_The_Art_of_Practice The talk explores the dynamics of mindfulness and self-awareness through the lenses of Zen and Vipassana practices, emphasizing the qualities and differences of both. A key theme is the metaphor of Zazen as a "cauldron" or "... *Mindfulness, Work, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 07 2001 Rastenberg
Living Mindfully: Zen in Practice Serial: RB-01287 Seminar_The_Art_of_Practice This seminar focuses on the distinction between awareness and mindfulness, emphasizing their respective roles in practice and daily life. Mindfulness is portrayed as a focus directed outward, while awareness is characterized by... *Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 07 2001 Rastenberg
Zen Clarity Through Mindful Living Serial: RB-01285 Seminar_The_Art_of_Practice The talk delves into the practice of mindfulness by examining the foundations of mindfulness and their application in daily interactions. The discussion reinforces the notion of maintaining a state of non-attachment and a... *Practice, Zazen, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Jun 07 2001 Rastenberg
Zen Journeys: Tradition Meets Adaptability Serial: RB-01286 Seminar_The_Art_of_Practice The discussion explores the distinction between meditation and contemplation, suggesting that while historically differentiated, contemporary usage of meditation has broadened to encompass practices such as zazen. The talk also... *Practice, Mindfulness, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 07 2001 Rastenberg
Mindfulness Amid Life's Daily Hustle Serial: RB-01281 Seminar_The_Art_of_Practice This talk explores the integration of mindfulness into daily life, emphasizing the practice's ability to provide a sense of presence amid life's demands. The speaker discusses using mindfulness as a counterbalance to life's "... *Practice, Time, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Jun 07 2001 Rastenberg
Crafting Zen: Practice as Transformation Serial: RB-01282 Seminar_The_Art_of_Practice The talk explores the concept of "The Art of Practice" in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing its dual role: as both a spiritual path and a craft. Key themes include the transformation from early Buddhist traditions relying on oral... *Practice, Consciousness, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jun 07 2001 Rastenberg
Imperturbable Joy through Body Awareness Serial: RB-01284 Seminar_The_Art_of_Practice The talk focuses on the practice of mindfulness and establishing an "imperturbable mind," illustrating how attention to the body and its sensations forms the first foundation of mindfulness. It emphasizes perceiving the body with... *Mindfulness, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 07 2001 Rastenberg
Zen Wisdom: Beyond Enlightenment Boundaries Serial: RB-01283 Seminar_The_Art_of_Practice The talk centers on the transformation of enlightenment experiences into wisdom within the context of Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a serene and kind presence. The discussion delves into the concept of... *Practice, Time, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Jun 07 2001 Rastenberg
Embodied Enlightenment Through Mindfulness Serial: RB-01279 Sesshin The talk focuses on the practice of mindfulness as outlined in the Buddhist tradition, specifically the Four Foundations of Mindfulness. It begins with an exploration of the body and sensory awareness (first foundation), where... *Mindfulness, Buddha, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	May 25 2001 Johanneshof
Mindful Essence: Zen's Path to Awareness Serial: RB-01280 Sesshin The talk explores the practice of mindfulness within Zen traditions, emphasizing the "four foundations of mindfulness" and their integration into Zen practice to experience the essence of mind. Attention is given to mindfulness's... *Mindfulness, Practice, Four Foundations*	Richard Baker	May 25 2001 Johanneshof
Embodied Mindfulness: Walking the Path Serial: RB-01278 Sesshin The talk explores the practice of mindfulness in Zen, focusing on the first foundation outlined in the Satipatthana Sutra—the mindfulness of the body. It emphasizes the importance of developing embodied awareness through the four... *Intention, Mindfulness, Practice*	Richard Baker	May 25 2001 Johanneshof
Integrating Zen Mindfulness in the West Serial: RB-01277 Sesshin The talk focuses on integrating Zen practice within Western contexts, emphasizing the Four Foundations of Mindfulness: mindfulness of the body, feelings, mind, and phenomenal world (dharmas). Mindfulness serves as a... *Mindfulness, Consciousness, Practice*	Richard Baker	May 25 2001 Johanneshof
Mindfulness: Weaving Consciousness Anew Serial: RB-01276 Talk_The_Alchemie_of_Mindfulness The talk explores the concept of "The Alchemy of Mindfulness," emphasizing the practice of mindfulness as a transformative process rooted in Buddhist teachings, particularly referencing the Diamond Sutra. It examines how... *Consciousness, Mindfulness, Posture*	Richard Baker	May 20 2001 Luzern
Embodied Spaces in Spiritual Practice Serial: RB-01275 Talks The talk addresses the concept of "embodied space," exploring how family dynamics and personal relationships create distinctive relational fields or "spaces" that influence individual experience. It discusses how these concepts... *Intention, Consciousness, Practice*	Richard Baker	May 09 2001 Johanneshof
Chairs of Consciousness Quickened Serial: RB-01265B Practice-Week_Studying_Consciousness The talk delves into the Genjo Koan, emphasizing the significance of each word within the phrase "when all things are the Buddha Dharma." By treating each word or concept—enlightenment, delusion, birth, and death—as a separate... *Consciousness, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Feb 09 2001 Johanneshof
Timeless Zen: Embracing Root Time Serial: RB-01266 Practice-Week_Studying_Consciousness In the February 2001 talk, there is an exploration of the concept of time within the framework of Zen practice, contrasting the conventional understanding of chronological time with what is termed as "fundamental time" or "root... *Time, Practice, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Feb 09 2001 Johanneshof
Timeless Consciousness in Zen Practice Serial: RB-01267 Practice-Week_Studying_Consciousness This talk explores the concept of time and consciousness within Zen practice through the lens of Dogen's teachings. The discussion focuses on the elasticity of time, with references to how practitioners perceive and experience... *Time, Consciousness, Practice*	Richard Baker	Feb 09 2001 Johanneshof
Mindful Interconnection Unveiled Serial: RB-01268 Practice-Week_Studying_Consciousness This talk examines the practice of mindfulness through the framework of the five skandhas and the four Brahma-viharas, focusing on their role in meditation and understanding consciousness. The speaker discusses how the skandhas... *Time, Mindfulness, Practice*	Richard Baker	Feb 09 2001 Johanneshof
Beyond Time: Navigating Consciousness and Culture Serial: RB-01270 Practice-Week_Studying_Consciousness This talk explores the concepts of awareness, presence, and consciousness, examining the interplay between individual experiences and cultural conditioning. Discussions include a comparison of mindfulness practices and the... *Time, Consciousness, Practice*	Richard Baker	Feb 09 2001 Johanneshof
Zazen: Consciousness Beyond Self Serial: RB-01269 Practice-Week_Studying_Consciousness The primary thesis explores the nature of decision-making and consciousness in Zazen meditation, contrasting it with ordinary consciousness. The speaker argues that the decision-making process in Zazen occurs without a distinct... *Zazen, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	Feb 09 2001 Johanneshof
Beyond Self: Zen Consciousness Unveiled Serial: RB-01273 Practice-Week_Studying_Consciousness The talk focuses on exploring consciousness within Zen practice, particularly emphasizing non-dual knowing and the interaction of the five skandhas. It discusses the role of the observer and the presence of knowing devoid of self... *Consciousness, Zazen, Practice*	Richard Baker	Feb 09 2001 Johanneshof
Zen Mind: Experiencing Buddha Nature Serial: RB-01274 Practice-Week_Studying_Consciousness This talk explores the practice and experience of Zen through the examination of skandhas and emphasizes the concept of uncorrected mind. It discusses the relationship between consciousness and experiences of being, illustrating... *Buddha, Posture, Practice*	Richard Baker	Feb 09 2001 Johanneshof
Timelessness in Zen Awareness Serial: RB-01272 Practice-Week_Studying_Consciousness The talk explores the concept of time in Zen practice and philosophy, questioning the use of "time" instead of terms like "suchness" or "being." Participants engage in discussions about the nature of time, consciousness, and how... *Time, Consciousness, Practice*	Richard Baker	Feb 09 2001 Johanneshof
Timeless Zen: Experiencing Present Time Serial: RB-01271 Practice-Week_Studying_Consciousness The talk explores the nature of time from a Zen philosophical perspective, differentiating between quantitative time, characterized by schedules and sequential thinking, and qualitative time, which relates to being present and... *Time, Practice, Practice Period*	Richard Baker	Feb 09 2001 Johanneshof
Zen Mirrors: Consciousness Through Stillness Serial: RB-01265A Practice-Week_Studying_Consciousness This talk delves into the study of consciousness through the lens of Zen teachings, emphasizing a contemplative and experiential approach to understanding one's own mind and identity. It highlights the idea of "contemporary... *Consciousness, Study, Renunciation*	Richard Baker	Feb 09 2001 Johanneshof
Mindful Unity: Embracing Objectless Presence Serial: RB-01264 Sesshin The talk centers on the Zen practice of "objectless mindfulness" and how practicing with the phrase "this very mind is Buddha" allows one to perceive everything as interconnected events rather than isolated objects. By enacting... *Buddha, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 14 2000 Johanneshof
Buddha Mind in Every Moment Serial: RB-01262 Sesshin The talk explores the integration of the phrase "this very mind is Buddha" with the concept of the six paramitas, touching on themes such as Dharma friendships versus personal friendships, and how intentions and perceptions shape... *Practice, Buddha, Enlightenment*	Richard Baker	Oct 14 2000 Johanneshof
Mindfulness and the Bodhisattva Path Serial: RB-01263 Sesshin The talk explores the evolution of Bodhisattva practice, emphasizing its adaptation from small tribal groups in early Buddhism to the large populations in China, and the impact of psychological transformations when practicing the... *Buddha, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 14 2000 Johanneshof
Mindfulness is the Path to Buddha Serial: RB-01261 Sesshin The talk focuses on understanding Buddhist practice, particularly the concept of "this very mind is Buddha" and its integration into one's life and practice. The discussion addresses Zen practices like zazen, kinhin, and how... *Practice, Buddha, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 14 2000 Johanneshof
Zen Bonds: Beyond Ordinary Friendship Serial: RB-01257 Seminar_Zen-Practice_and_Dharma-Friendship The talk explores the concept of friendship within the context of Zen practice, delineating the difference between conventional social friendships and Dharma friendships, which are marked by deeper connections forged through... *Time, Practice, Love*	Richard Baker	Oct 06 2000 Münster
Zen and the Art of Friendship Serial: RB-01256 Seminar_Zen-Practice_and_Dharma-Friendship The talk focuses on exploring the concept of friendship in the context of Zen practice, proposing that it may transcend typical notions of intimacy and alienation. Reflections on personal experiences and teachings suggest that... *Practice, Love, Name*	Richard Baker	Oct 06 2000 Münster
Compassion Over Justice in Zen Serial: RB-01259 Seminar_Zen-Practice_and_Dharma-Friendship The talk explores the intricate dynamics between justice and compassion in Zen practice, emphasizing the need to prioritize compassion over justice for a more harmonious life and practice. It highlights how one's initial approach... *Compassion, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Oct 06 2000 Münster
Zen Friendship: Embracing Empty Wholeness Serial: RB-01258 Seminar_Zen-Practice_and_Dharma-Friendship The talk delves into the intersection of Zen practice and the concept of friendship, exploring how true friendship transcends both intimacy and alienation. It further discusses the impact of Zen practice on relationships,... *Practice, Time, Emptiness*	Richard Baker	Oct 06 2000 Münster
Walking the Path of Dharma Friendship Serial: RB-01260 Seminar_Zen-Practice_and_Dharma-Friendship The talk explores the nature of Dharma friendship within Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of cultivating a non-comparative mindset and the intimacy that arises from shared spiritual journeys. A specific narrative... *Time, Effort, Culture*	Richard Baker	Oct 06 2000 Münster
Zen's Challenge: Rewriting Your Story Serial: RB-01244 Sesshin The talk discusses the concept of personal narratives, how they anchor and define self-conception, and the transformative potential of Zen practice in challenging and rewriting these stories. It emphasizes the role of mindfulness... *Practice, Consciousness, Time*	Richard Baker	Sep 23 2000 Johanneshof
Sensory Harmony in Dharma Practice Serial: RB-01245 Sesshin This talk explores the immersive practice of the Dharma through the lens of sensory experience and the distinction between passive and active creativity. Emphasis is placed on the six-fold sensory engagement and the practice of... *Practice, Buddha, Sangha*	Richard Baker	Sep 23 2000 Johanneshof
Swimming Through Inner Narratives Serial: RB-01243B Sesshin The talk discusses the challenges of personal experiences, particularly focusing on health crises, and how these can be significant moments of growth and reflection within a Zen community. An examination of narrative and the self... *Time, Practice, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Sep 23 2000 Johanneshof
Embrace the Particular: Zen Clarity Serial: RB-01243A Sesshin The talk focuses on the practice of Zen by immersing oneself in the particular without confining it to a sense of wholeness or generalization. There is an emphasis on the educational value of experiencing contrasts and the... *Practice, Time, Name*	Richard Baker	Sep 23 2000 Johanneshof
Sangha's Soul: Unity in Practice Serial: RB-01241 Practice-Month_Talks The talk addresses the evolution of the Sangha and the role individual and communal consciousness play in spiritual practice. The discussion explores the persistence of societal opposition to practice and the historical context... *Sangha, Practice, Breath*	Richard Baker	Sep 23 2000 Johanneshof
Walking in the Void's Embrace Serial: RB-01242B Sesshin The talk examines the realization of Zen practice, emphasizing the sufficiency of current understanding and practice while highlighting the common lack of confidence in truly realizing Zen's potential. It underscores the... *Consciousness, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Sep 23 2000 Johanneshof
Presence Beyond Words: Zen Moments Serial: RB-01242A Sesshin The talk primarily explores the concept of being present and finding coherence in each moment, emphasizing the practice of mindfulness and attentiveness in Zen philosophy. The discussion touches on visual meditation, exploring a... *Practice, Consciousness, Posture*	Richard Baker	Sep 23 2000 Johanneshof
Zen Ranks: Journey Into Awareness Serial: RB-01240 Practice-Month_Talks The September 2000 talk centers on the intricacies of Zen practice, specifically focusing on the concept of the five ranks within the Rinzai school, as formalized by Hakuin Zenji. These ranks are seen as a progression beyond koan... *Buddha, Practice, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Sep 21 2000 Johanneshof
Beyond Thinking: Embodying Zen Awareness Serial: RB-01239A Practice-Month_Talks This talk explores the dynamic shift from a conceptual to an experiential approach in Zen practice, particularly focusing on two significant teachings: the "Five Ranks" and the "Sandokai." It emphasizes the transition from... *Practice, Sandokai, Five Ranks*	Richard Baker	Sep 20 2000 Johanneshof
Vows as Symbols in Zen Practice Serial: RB-01239B Practice-Month_Talks This talk delves into the nature of the Bodhisattva vows in the context of Zen practice, emphasizing the distinction between taking vows as literal commitments versus viewing them as symbolic intentions. It explores the differing... *Consciousness, Vow, Practice*	Richard Baker	Sep 20 2000 Johanneshof
Resonance and the Art of Dialogue Serial: RB-01238 Practice-Month_Talks The talk discusses the complexity of communication and perception, exploring how personal experiences, emotions, and context shape understanding and expression. The dialogue examines the difficulty in articulating feelings that... *Time, Work, Practice*	Richard Baker	Sep 16 2000 Johanneshof

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