Dharma Deep Dive - Winter Series - Course 1 Topic: Seven Point Mind Training
Dates: Sundays | January 21, January 28, February 4, February 11, February 18, February 25
11:15 AM to 1:30 PM: Seven Point Mind Training
Location: Virtual
The Seven Point Mind Training, or Lojong, is a practice that is central to the bodhisattva path in which we train our minds to respond to daily circumstances with wisdom and compassion through the use of short, impactful aphorisms. These phrases help us to recognize adversity as a means for spiritual development by prompting reflection, encouraging altruism, patience, and the dissolution of self-centeredness. They serve as practical reminders to infuse every moment with compassion, develop resilience in challenging situations, and foster a mindset dedicated to the well-being of all beings.
This year-long exploration of the lojong teachings is an excellent opportunity to focus on integrating these teachings into our daily lives. It will take place in three series of 6-week classes. Each class will include tonglen meditation, teachings, experiential exercises, and opportunity for discussion and integration.
Tonglen is a practice of taking and sending that helps us to open our hearts and recognize our interconnection with all beings through taking the suffering of others, transforming it, and sending love and compassion in return. It is closely associated with the Mind Training teachings and helps us to recognize the vast capacity of our heart to hold the suffering of the world in compassion.
Fee: $250 | $300 (benefactor) | $200 (base) | $170 (members only)
The deadline to register is Saturday, January 20 at 12 PM (Pacific).