[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Dana for Em + more on sexuality & the dharma

Thanks to all who attended this Sunday's class with Em!

Our gatherings are offered freely to create access to all who would like to participate. And if you'd like to support Em's teaching and livelihood, any donation you're able to offer is greatly appreciated! You can do this via Venmo at @Admin-IMCW — please indicate in the note that it's for "Em Morrison, Downtown Dharma, 10/3/21."

For those keen on further exploring how sexuality intersects with the dharma, please check out the wealth of resources that Em has shared with us below. :)

Warmly,

Vince

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From: Em Morrison <em.f.morrison@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Oct 3, 2021 at 10:40 PM
To: Vince Lampone <vince.lampone@gmail.com>

It was such a gift to be with the sangha last night. I promised to send additional resources and follow up: I humbly offer the following! <3 Em

- via Sebene Selassie, I was introduced recently to this talk from teacher Erin Treat on the Third Precept (of refraining from sexual misconduct) not as it is usually taught from the perspective of monastic life but as an invitation into a vibrant and sensual knowing of this teaching.

- via La Sarmiento, I was introduced in 2016 to this incredible article on sexuality from Eric Kolvig, one of the grandparents of queer dharma. I find his teachings indispensable, and he makes a strong case that meditation practice can make sex more fun.

- Lama Rod Owens is one of the few living teachers pushing us towards awakening in a wholeheartedly radical and loving way. You can listen to a talk of his on this topic here, read this article, or check out his recent book, Love & Rage.

- A teacher I have not yet experienced but has made an impact on many people in this area is Rob Burbea. His teachings are viewed as sort of a path unto themselves, and you are supposed to go in a particular order apparently. Explore more here if you're interested.

Some books on healing and survivorhood:

Healing Sex by Staci Hines (written for women survivors; I think every woman or person who is involved sexually with women could benefit from this book)

The Courage to Heal Workbook by Laura Davis (for men & women survivors)

The Sexual Healing Journey by Wendy Malz (for men & women survivors)

Lastly, I am co-teaching a 5-week series online starting October 17 titled Practicing Freedom in an Unfree World. Register and find out more info here:  https://events.imcw.org/event/?eventId=803

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