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Title	Speaker	Date
Flowing Consciousness: Zen Meets Psychotherapy Serial: RB-01664H Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the interplay between Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, focusing on the concept of "memsigns" and the influence of past experiences on present consciousness. The discussion emphasizes the transitory nature of... *Consciousness, Name, Karma*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen Impermanence: Redefining Presence Serial: RB-01664F Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The discussion centers on integrating Zen practice with everyday life, focusing on concepts like 'memsign' to conceptualize the appearance of things and the relationship between the present and the past. The necessity of forming... *Consciousness, Impermanence, Intention*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen and Psychotherapy: Bridging Past and Present Serial: RB-01664G Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the interaction between Zen practices and psychotherapy, focusing on the concepts of vikalpa and sankalpa as frameworks linking past experiences with present awareness, potentially leading to enlightenment. It... *Time, Work, Samadhi*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen and Therapy: Consciousness Interplay Serial: RB-01664K Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the intersection of Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, focusing on the process of consciousness as an interplay of gathering and releasing, alongside discussions of simultaneity and phenomenology. Themes of non-... *Time, Practice, Interdependence*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Mind Flow: Unity and Awareness Serial: RB-01664J Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy This talk explores the transformation of mind through the concepts of diachronic flow and synchronic immediacy, highlighting the distinction between continuity and synchronic unity. It further delves into the notion of self as... *Enlightenment, Time, Practice*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen Psychology: Grokking Interdependent Mindfulness Serial: RB-01664L Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The seminar explores the relationship between Zen philosophy and psychotherapy, emphasizing the understanding and embodiment of concepts such as the continuity and synchronic self. It discusses Buddhist ideas such as Dharmakaya,... *Buddha, Sambhogakaya, Dharmakaya*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen and Psychotherapy: Merging Minds Serial: RB-01664M Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk explores the integration of Zen practice within the framework of psychotherapy, emphasizing the importance of engaging with the present moment through perception and cognition. It delves into the dynamic between stored... *Consciousness, Practice, Zazen*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Beyond Self: The Dynamic Process Serial: RB-01663K Seminar_The_Self This talk's main thesis explores the concept of self as a non-entity and continuous process, emphasizing the importance of intention in practice rather than mere understanding. It posits that the self integrates with memory and... *Consciousness, Practice, Intention*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Bridging Zen and Psychology Realms Serial: RB-01664A Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The seminar discusses the intersection of Zen Buddhism and psychotherapy, exploring how Buddhist concepts, such as samsara and the symbolic self, contrast and align with Western psychological approaches. It emphasizes the role of... *Practice, Buddhism, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Mindfulness Unveiled: Zen Meets Therapy Serial: RB-01664C Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy The talk delves into the interplay between Zen philosophy, particularly mindfulness as described by Dogen, and psychotherapy practices, emphasizing how these ideas confront traditional perceptions of consciousness. The discussion... *Consciousness, Practice, Work*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen and Memory's Perceptual Dance Serial: RB-01664B Seminar_Zen_and_Psychotherapy This talk explores the intersection of Zen and psychotherapy, emphasizing the concepts of memory and perception. The discussion critiques conventional psychological terms, instead proposing "stored experience" to describe the... *Buddhism, Work, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Mindfulness and the Illusion of Self Serial: RB-01663C Seminar_The_Self The talk explores the concept of "self" in Buddhism, focusing on the processes of "vikalpa" and "sankalpa" and their roles in identity and mindfulness. The analogy of the self as a "handle" is used to illustrate how individuals... *Mindfulness, Buddhism, Buddha*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Beyond Ego: Discovering the True Self Serial: RB-01663I Seminar_The_Self The talk revolves around the challenging concept of "self" in Zen philosophy, discussing its differentiation from ego, its processual nature compared to static entities, and its perception across different religious contexts.... *Yoga, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Unfolding the Essence of Self Serial: RB-01663J Seminar_The_Self This talk examines the complexities of self through various philosophical lenses, primarily focusing on Zen Buddhism and Vedic teachings. It discusses the concept of the self as a continuity that unfolds through the interplay of... *Breath, Consciousness, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Zen Pathways: Rediscovering Self Through Practice Serial: RB-01663D Seminar_The_Self This talk explores the concept of self in the context of Zen Buddhism, focusing on the problematic nature of self as perceived in Buddhist philosophy, the experiential versus theoretical understanding of self, and the interplay... *Time, Work, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Transcending Self: East Meets West Serial: RB-01663H Seminar_The_Self The talk examines the philosophical and practical aspects of the self, exploring concepts of a 'strong self' necessary for transcendence, the notion of a 'background mind', and the interplay between self and experience.... *Buddhism, Time, Oneness*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Redefining Self: A Buddhist Journey Serial: RB-01663B Seminar_The_Self The talk critically examines the nature and development of the self in the context of Buddhism, arguing that the self is both a societal construct and an agent of personal realization and enlightenment. The discussion highlights... *Buddhism, Time, Suffering*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Self Beyond Illusion and Attention Serial: RB-01663A Seminar_The_Self The talk explores the concept of the self, examining it through the lens of Buddhism and daily experiences. It discusses the complex interplay between mind, body, and the notion of self, questioning the categorizations and... *Breath, Buddhism, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Just This: Embracing the Present Serial: RB-01663G Seminar_The_Self The talk explores the Zen concept of "just this," emphasizing its prescriptive use as a practice to focus attention and reduce attachment, rather than simply a descriptive phrase. This practice encourages engagement with the... *Practice, Time, Koan*	Richard Baker	May 2008 Rastenberg
Depth in the Present Moment Serial: RB-03174 Practice-Period_Talks The talk centers on the concept of "pausing for the particular," which is explored as a contemplative practice aiming to deepen mindfulness by concentrating on specific moments or elements in the present. This practice is... *Consciousness, Practice, Culture*	Richard Baker	Mar 11 2008 Crestone
Sensory Awakening in Zen Practice Serial: RB-03173 Practice-Period_Talks The talk explores the concept of an "autodidactic apprenticeship" within Zen practice, emphasizing the existential context of one's life as essential to the process. It highlights the Bodhidharma koans, particularly focusing on... *Consciousness, Practice, Koan*	Richard Baker	Mar 07 2008 Crestone
Aligning Awareness: Authority in Texts Serial: RB-03175 Practice-Period_Talks The talk focuses on the concept of authority in spiritual and literary texts, emphasizing the role of perceptual instrumentality and inferential awareness in establishing credibility, drawing analogies with both historical... *Practice, Practice Period, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Jan 15 2008 Crestone
Zen Beyond Borders: Universal Enlightenment Serial: RB-01775 Winterbranches_6 The talk delves into the integration of Zen practice in various cultural contexts, emphasizing the universality of experiences like Zazen, while also acknowledging the cultural influences on how these practices are interpreted... *Culture, Buddhism, Practice*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Spiritual Incubation: Zen's Quiet Transformation Serial: RB-01776 Winterbranches_6 The talk explores the conceptual and tangible understanding of Zen practice through a koan, emphasizing elements of incubation and the concept of a "womb" as metaphors for spiritual development. Participants analyze these ideas... *Bodhidharma, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Perception's Dance with Emptiness Serial: RB-01787 Winterbranches_6 The talk explores the teachings of emptiness through iconic koans involving figures like Bodhidharma and Emperor Wu. It examines the relative nature of perception and identity, emphasizing how context shapes understanding. The... *Koan, Emptiness, Bodhidharma*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Everyday Zen: Transforming Perception Serial: RB-01784 Winterbranches_6 The talk explores the integration of advanced Buddhist practice into daily life, emphasizing that Buddhist teachings should not be restricted to an elite few but made accessible to a broader audience. The discussion highlights... *Zazen, Buddhism, Practice*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Koans: The Language of Zen Serial: RB-01783 Winterbranches_6 The talk focuses on the study of koans and their role in Zen practice, emphasizing the necessity to adapt language and cultural understanding to truly integrate Buddhist teachings, as seen in historical examples like Buddhism's... *Koan, Study, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Awakening Through Prma and Koans Serial: RB-01785 Winterbranches_6 The talk explores the intricate dynamics of consciousness and perception through the lens of Zen philosophy, emphasizing the foundational role of preparation and the understanding of koans in practice. It highlights the necessity... *Consciousness, Koan, Practice*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Zen Perception: Path to Enlightenment Serial: RB-01778 Winterbranches_6 The talk predominantly explores the theme of valid cognition within Zen practice, focusing on the relationship between perceptual and inferential facts and the realization of truth in Buddhism. The importance of direct perception... *Consciousness, Practice, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Turning Words: Zen and Transformation Serial: RB-01777 Winterbranches_6 The discussion focuses on the practice of Zen, specifically the usage and impact of phrases or "turning words" within the context of Koan meditation. This involves reflecting on how phrases affect understanding and transform... *Work, Koan, Time*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Experiential Authority in Zen Awakening Serial: RB-01786 Winterbranches_6 This talk explores the shift in Buddhism from scriptural authority to personal experience, emphasizing the concept of "pramana" as central to this transition where experiential insight takes precedence. The discussion highlights... *Time, Buddhism, Koan*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Dormant Wisdom: Zen's Inner Journey Serial: RB-01782 Winterbranches_6 The talk explores the koan of Bodhidharma's transmission of Buddhism from India to China, emphasizing themes of dormancy and hibernation as metaphors for internal transformation and practice within the Zen tradition. The... *Koan, Time, Practice*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Bridging Zen: Oral, Written, Cultural Serial: RB-01781 Winterbranches_6 The talk explores the interplay between oral and written traditions in Zen practice, emphasizing the autodidactic nature of Zen apprenticeships. It contrasts the direct experiential impact of oral teachings with the deep personal... *Practice, Koan, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Mindful Moments Through Zen Pause Serial: RB-01779 Winterbranches_6 The discussion primarily explores the practice of "pausing for the particular" as an integral part of Zen philosophy, focusing on methods that allow for increased mindfulness and presence through intentional practice. It examines... *Practice, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Zen Beyond Borders: Universal Meditation Serial: RB-01780 Winterbranches_6 The talk explores how Zen practice transcends cultural boundaries, emphasizing the universality and individuality of Zazen meditation. It draws parallels between religious experiences across different cultures, questioning the... *Culture, Buddhism, Practice*	Richard Baker	2008 Johanneshof
Unifying Consciousness Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-01661 Ordination The talk explores the concept and practice of Jukai, the ceremony of taking and receiving precepts in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the practice of meditation as a means to unify the realms of waking, dreaming, and deep sleep... *Practice, Buddhism, Posture*	Richard Baker	Oct 2007 Johanneshof
Gathering Mind and Body Unveiled Serial: RB-01662A Sesshin The talk focuses on the concept of "gathering" the mind and body as an entry into a deeper understanding of self and practice within the context of Zen meditation, particularly during zazen. The discussion compares linguistic... *Posture, Buddhism, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Oct 2007 Johanneshof
Zen Mindfulness: Bridging Cultures and Brains Serial: RB-01662D Sesshin The talk primarily revolves around the integration and transformation of Zen practices in Western contexts, emphasizing the concept of self and mindfulness. It explores the adaptability of Buddhist teachings and practices like... *Practice, Culture, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Oct 2007 Johanneshof
Awakening Through Sensory Immersion Serial: RB-01662E Sesshin The talk focuses on the concept of Vijnanas in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the experiential aspect of practice over intellectual understanding. The speaker emphasizes the importance of engaging with the sense fields in the present... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Dogen*	Richard Baker	Oct 2007 Johanneshof
Unveiling Self Beyond Illusion Serial: RB-01662G Sesshin The talk explores the concept of self in Zen practice, emphasizing the need to investigate both ideas and experiences of self to gain a clearer understanding. It uses analogies such as a New York cabbie and a lucid dream to... *Time, Practice, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Oct 2007 Johanneshof
Transformative Mindfulness in Zen Practice Serial: RB-01662F Sesshin The talk explores the concept of mindfulness in Zen practice, focusing on the methods of noticing both the self and the world without comparison, and the transformative potential this practice offers. It delves into the... *Suffering, Buddhism, Practice*	Richard Baker	Oct 2007 Johanneshof
Awakening Perception Through Mindful Movement Serial: RB-01662C Sesshin The talk explores the practice of perception transition from "top-down" to "bottom-up," emphasizing how consciousness and brain processes shape experiences and predictability. Such practice is related to Zen meditation methods,... *japanese, Practice, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Oct 2007 Johanneshof
Embodied Zen: Unity Through Mindfulness Serial: RB-01662B Sesshin The talk focuses on Zen practice as a form of "dharmic rehearsal," emphasizing the cultivation of a shared bodily presence and connectivity both within oneself and among others. The session explores the idea that Zen practice is... *Practice, Four Foundations, Culture*	Richard Baker	Oct 2007 Johanneshof
Mindful Unity: Integrating Mind and Body Serial: RB-01660F Seminar_The_Four_Foundations_of_Mindfulness The discourse focuses on the practice of the four foundations of mindfulness from early Buddhism. It highlights the importance of integrating mind and body beyond mere physical practices to anchor one's awareness in these... *Practice, Anger, Time*	Richard Baker	Sep 2007 Hannover
Mindfulness: Awareness in Everyday Life Serial: RB-01660E Seminar_The_Four_Foundations_of_Mindfulness The talk primarily delves into the concept of mindfulness, examining its evolving understanding within the seminar context and its practical applications in daily life. It explores the relationship between mindfulness, intention... *Mindfulness, Practice, Intention*	Richard Baker	Sep 2007 Hannover
Embodied Awareness Through Mindfulness Serial: RB-01660G Seminar_The_Four_Foundations_of_Mindfulness The talk elaborates on the practice of the four foundations of mindfulness, with a specific focus on the 32 parts of the body. It discusses the exploration of body awareness through Zazen meditation, emphasizing the... *Four Foundations, Zazen, Practice*	Richard Baker	Sep 2007 Hannover
Body-Centric Paths to Awareness Serial: RB-01660D Seminar_The_Four_Foundations_of_Mindfulness The talk focuses on the practice and philosophy of mindfulness, specifically the four foundations of mindfulness, emphasizing the mindfulness of the body as a gateway to understanding the others. It discusses the transformative... *Practice, Mindfulness, Intention*	Richard Baker	Sep 2007 Hannover
Embodied Mindfulness Across Philosophies Serial: RB-01660C Seminar_The_Four_Foundations_of_Mindfulness The talk explores the relationship between consciousness and time, contrasting Western philosophical concepts of the soul with Buddhist ideas. It argues that, in contrast to Western philosophies that emphasize intellectual... *Consciousness, Mindfulness, Time*	Richard Baker	Sep 2007 Hannover
Mindfulness: The Core of Transformation Serial: RB-01660A Seminar_The_Four_Foundations_of_Mindfulness This talk elaborates on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness from Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism, emphasizing how attention forms the core of both life practice and spiritual attainment. It details how these foundations—attention... *Practice, Mindfulness, Four Foundations*	Richard Baker	Sep 2007 Hannover
Mindfulness: Practicing the Present Moment Serial: RB-01660B Seminar_The_Four_Foundations_of_Mindfulness The talk centers on the exploration of the practice of mindfulness, particularly the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as outlined in Buddhist teachings. The discussion emphasizes the importance of breaking the habit of seeing... *Consciousness, Practice, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Sep 2007 Hannover

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