Events

Weekly on Fridays, ongoing July 18, 2025 – September 5, 2025 (Zoom Only) We’ve all heard Geshe Sherab and our other revered teachers mention how fundamental the study and practice of the Lamrim—the step by step guide on the path to enlightenment—is for Buddhist practice. The Lamrim is the synthesis of all of the teachings of the Buddha. It is the basis on which we can remove all our delusions not just in this life, but forever. Furthermore, to succeed in tantra, one must have gained some Lamrim realizations. As Lama Zopa used to say, there can’t be a more worthwhile effort. What if together we made a real effort to gain actual realizations of the Lamrim path? This is not the same as what we all have done in the past: read and acquire intellectual knowledge. We have lots of information in our head, but not that much has entered our hearts. This series is specifically aimed towards developing realizations—unshakeable conviction of the validity of the path and internalizing the pith instructions. In the process it will lessen our attachment, anger and other negative emotions and increase our virtuous attributes. Effort The Lamrim topics are set forth and are […]

Sundays, Aug 3, 20225 - Aug 31, 2025,   Zoom Only In a world increasingly marked by anxiety, division, and uncertainty, the timeless teachings of the Buddhadharma offer profound tools for inner transformation and compassionate action. This course, Dharma for Difficult Times, explores how the mind-training (Lojong) teachings of Tibetan Buddhism can help us meet today’s challenges with courage, clarity, and heart. This course is rooted in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition of Lojong—the mind-training teachings that guide us to transform life’s challenges into the path of awakening. Through meditation, reflection, and discussion, we will explore how these teachings can help us respond to personal and societal difficulties not with fear or anger, but with resilience, kindness, and inner strength. Topics will include: Facing anxiety, burnout, and polarization through the Dharma lens Turning adversity into the path Tonglen meditation as a radical practice of compassion Bringing Dharma into relationships, work, and social engagement This course is open to all. Whether you are new to Lojong or have practiced it before, this course offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding and apply it to the unique pressures of our time. Open door, open heart - drop in anytime in person or via Zoom. […]