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Oren Jay Sofer's Dharma Talks
Oren Jay Sofer
Developing a clear understanding of the teachings and learning to fully inhabit the body have been core parts of my Dhamma practice. These areas, as well a strong emphasis on the heart, inform and shape my teaching. The few years I spent training as an Anagarika in the Thai Forest monasteries broadened my understanding of the Buddha's teachings and instilled a profound respect for the Bhikkhu and Bhikkhuni Sangha. All along the way, I've been particularly interested in how other modalities like Nonviolent Communication and Somatics can support our growth in awakening.
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2020-04-02 Approaching the practice, meeting the truth 45:22
The opening talk for the month of April explores themes of how our practice can be a resource during the pandemic, as well as key suggestions for orienting to practice while living or working at home.
Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge Forest Refuge April Retreat Online
2020-04-02 Opening Meditation: A Fox in the Woods 14:06
Short guided meditation on connecting with and being interested in an anchor.
Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge Forest Refuge April Retreat Online
2020-02-24 Form and Spirit: Meditating Outside of the Box 57:47
Monday Night Dharma Talk at Spirit Rock
Spirit Rock Meditation Center
2020-02-18 Equanimity: Training The Heart, Responding With Love 52:24
How does silent retreat practice apply to our daily life? This talk explores how the Brahma Viharas and equanimity specifically can serve as essential support for meeting the challenges of our times.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Strengthening the Heart: Lovingkindness Retreat
2020-02-17 Compassion Teaching and Guided Meditation 60:51
Overview and introduction to compassion, with a guided meditation.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Strengthening the Heart: Lovingkindness Retreat
2020-02-15 Introduction To Lovingkindness 54:06
An overview of Metta practice and a guided meditation on lovingkindness for a benefactor and oneself.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Strengthening the Heart: Lovingkindness Retreat
2019-12-17 Mindfulness is Intimacy with Life (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 47:12
This talk explores different aspects of mindfulness and qualities that support it as well as offers encouragement on the first day of the retreat.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Insight Meditation Winter Solstice Retreat
2019-09-30 Insight and Resilience in Times of Change 68:21
How can our spiritual practice be a source of healing and guidance in troubled times? The Buddhist path and its meditation practice offers a range of resources that can help us face challenges, personally and collectively.
New York Insight Meditation Center NYI Regular Talks
2019-09-30 Insight and Resilience in Times of Change-guided meditation 36:42
How can our spiritual practice be a source of healing and guidance in troubled times? The Buddhist path and its meditation practice offers a range of resources that can help us face challenges, personally and collectively.
New York Insight Meditation Center NYI Regular Talks
2019-07-25 Insight Meditation in 2019 57:48
Insight Meditation Community of Berkeley IMCB Regular Talks

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