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Wednesday 6 November 2024

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Re: [Special Post-Election Session] Wisdom and Love in a Changing World | Fri, Nov 8 @ 8 pm

Dear all,

For those seeking community and perspective, gentle reminder that the session below is taking place this Friday at 8 pm at Yoga District. Registration info is below.

Take care,

Amitabh

On Thu, Oct 31, 2024 at 11:44 AM Amitabh Saxena <amitabh.montreal@gmail.com> wrote:

Dear Downtown Dharma Community,

The days leading up to the upcoming election, and the days following it, are bound to produce a range of intense emotions and feelings. In light of this, there will be a special evening of mindfulness on Friday, November 8, from 8 pm to 9:30 pm. The title of the session is Now more than ever: wisdom and love in a changing world.

We are fortunate to have Devin Maroney, an affiliate teacher with the IMCW, lead a meditation and give a brief talk on this topic. We will then move to an Insight Dialogue activity to deeply explore these themes and share with a meditation partner.

Yoga District on 14^th St has graciously agreed to open up space for us. For those interested in attending in-person, please register ahead of time on the Yoga District website so we can get an accurate headcount, as space is limited and there may be a high demand for the session. The session will also be livestreamed via the Zoom link below.

See you then,

Amitabh

In-person at Yoga District — 1910 14th Street NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC (please arrive 5-10 minutes early). Register here: https://www.yogadistrict.com/schedule/

Online via Zoom — https://zoom.us/j/466237117?pwd=cGxHaTJlTVhBdldVSk8weDZuSW5udz09

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] CML events today

All,

I wanted you to know about offerings being made throughout the day by teachers at our sister organization, CML, today.

Warmly,

Maura

https://living-mindfully.org/calendar

Calendar | The Center for Mindful Living

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Cacao circle tonight in Meridian Hill Park

Dear sangha,

I imagine some of you are processing some big emotions today post-election and may want to connect in like-hearted community. If you feel called to gather with others in a safe space, I'll be hosting a cacao circle tonight for up to 9 people from 6-7:30pm in Meridian Hill Park.

I'll guide us through some gentle stretching and a meditation while sipping cacao, a heart-opening plant that supports us in connecting with our feeling bodies. I'll also share some prompts for reflection and discussion and leave time for open dialogue.

To RSVP, add your name and email to this Google Sheet before 4:45pm ET so I can get an accurate headcount and prepare the cacao.

Sending peace, love, and care,

Jenny

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Tuesday 5 November 2024

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Re: Sangha Activity - Celebrate Fall with a Contemplate Haiku Hike

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Anushi Garg reacted via Gmail

On Tue, Nov 5, 2024 at 8:48 PM Judith Lavelle <lavelle@bu.edu> wrote:

Hello!
Looking for something positive and relaxing to look forward to? As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, there is still so much beautiful nature to experience. We are excited to continue this informal Downtown Dharma haiku series with an autumnal hike through Rock Creek 😊
What: Please join us for our Fall Contemplative Haiku Hike through Rock Creek Park! Participants will learn how haiku relate to mindfulness and Zen Buddhism and receive brief instructions on how to write haiku. We will then take a mindful 2-mile hike, taking breaks to write our own haiku about the nature we observe. (Haiku are short, accessible poems that typically evoke nature and contemplation of the present moment. Find examples of famous haiku here.)
When: Saturday, November 30, Noon-4pm (We will inform the sangha listserv and RSVP'd participants at least 24 hours in advance if the event will be canceled due to inclement weather.)
Where: We will meet at Noon at Saku Saku Flakerie in Cleveland Park. Then, we will hike approximately 2.3 miles on Reservation 630 Trail to a cafe in Mount Pleasant. See the tentative route at the bottom of this email.
Who: Please RSVP at this sign-up sheet. All are welcome! While our pace will be slow and steady, this event is best suited for people who feel comfortable hiking more than 2 miles on park trails that are uneven and have some inclines and declines.
How: No experience necessary! We will go over simple instructions on how to write haiku. Paper and a handout on haiku will be provided. Please bring your own pen and a notebook if possible, as well as $$ for drinks or snacks at Saku Saku Flakerie and Dos Gringos Cafe.
Why: While haiku is not a strictly Buddhist form of poetry, haiku and Zen are closely linked historically and thematically. Haiku relies on the senses and encourages contemplation of the present moment, so both new and experienced meditators may enjoy practicing haiku as a way to engage with mindfulness. See additional resources at the bottom of this email for more info.

Questions? Please email Judy (lavelle@bu.edu) and Anushi (anushigarg.19@gmail.com).

<3 Judy & Anushi

Hike Route:

Further Resources on Contemplative Haiku:
These are completely optional! No need to explore them before you attend.
Podcast: Writing and Haiku as Spiritual Practice (Tara Brach Interviews Natalie Goldberg)
Discussion on haiku, its relationship to spirituality, and Goldberg's book Three Simple Lines begins in earnest at timestamp 10:35.
Article: Haiku: A Whole Lot More than 5-7-5
This comprehensive article covers a linguistic perspective on the differences between Japanese and English haiku, as well as some principles ("rules") of haiku and the traditional haiku masters.
Article: Why Haiku Holds the Flavor of Zen
This brief article explores the Zen nature of haiku and connects the form to some principles from Western writing, if folks are more familiar with that.
Site: The Monthly Tricycle Haiku Challenge
This site is a hub for Buddhists interested in writing and sharing haiku, including submitting to a regular contest.

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Sangha Activity - Celebrate Fall with a Contemplate Haiku Hike

Hello!

Looking for something positive and relaxing to look forward to? As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, there is still so much beautiful nature to experience. We are excited to continue this informal Downtown Dharma haiku series with an autumnal hike through Rock Creek 😊

What: Please join us for our Fall Contemplative Haiku Hike through Rock Creek Park! Participants will learn how haiku relate to mindfulness and Zen Buddhism and receive brief instructions on how to write haiku. We will then take a mindful 2-mile hike, taking breaks to write our own haiku about the nature we observe. (Haiku are short, accessible poems that typically evoke nature and contemplation of the present moment. Find examples of famous haiku here.)

When: Saturday, November 30, Noon-4pm (We will inform the sangha listserv and RSVP'd participants at least 24 hours in advance if the event will be canceled due to inclement weather.)

Where: We will meet at Noon at Saku Saku Flakerie in Cleveland Park. Then, we will hike approximately 2.3 miles on Reservation 630 Trail to a cafe in Mount Pleasant. See the tentative route at the bottom of this email.

Who: Please RSVP at this sign-up sheet. All are welcome! While our pace will be slow and steady, this event is best suited for people who feel comfortable hiking more than 2 miles on park trails that are uneven and have some inclines and declines.

How: No experience necessary! We will go over simple instructions on how to write haiku. Paper and a handout on haiku will be provided. Please bring your own pen and a notebook if possible, as well as $$ for drinks or snacks at Saku Saku Flakerie and Dos Gringos Cafe.

Why: While haiku is not a strictly Buddhist form of poetry, haiku and Zen are closely linked historically and thematically. Haiku relies on the senses and encourages contemplation of the present moment, so both new and experienced meditators may enjoy practicing haiku as a way to engage with mindfulness. See additional resources at the bottom of this email for more info.

Questions? Please email Judy (lavelle@bu.edu) and Anushi (anushigarg.19@gmail.com).

<3 Judy & Anushi

Hike Route:

Further Resources on Contemplative Haiku:

These are completely optional! No need to explore them before you attend.

Podcast: Writing and Haiku as Spiritual Practice (Tara Brach Interviews Natalie Goldberg)

Discussion on haiku, its relationship to spirituality, and Goldberg's book Three Simple Lines begins in earnest at timestamp 10:35.

Article: Haiku: A Whole Lot More than 5-7-5

This comprehensive article covers a linguistic perspective on the differences between Japanese and English haiku, as well as some principles ("rules") of haiku and the traditional haiku masters.

Article: Why Haiku Holds the Flavor of Zen

This brief article explores the Zen nature of haiku and connects the form to some principles from Western writing, if folks are more familiar with that.

Site: The Monthly Tricycle Haiku Challenge

This site is a hub for Buddhists interested in writing and sharing haiku, including submitting to a regular contest.

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Re: [Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] join ecosattva training group?

Hi there,

I might be interested in this if scheduling permits. Wednesday evening in general a good option for me. Saturdays not as good (late afternoon maybe but I work most Saturday evenings.)

Sue

On Nov 4, 2024, at 7:17 AM, Karin Meyers <karin.l.meyers@gmail.com> wrote:

Is anyone interested in forming an in-person ecosattva training group with the redesigned program?
https://oneearthsangha.org/pgm-post/ecosattva-training-v7/#overview

I think meeting once a month or every three weeks would be about right for me. I am available on Wednesday evenings and weekends - late afternoon/early evening. I could start in December 2024 or January 2025. I prefer meeting in-person, but am open to a mix of online and in-person gatherings.

Much metta,
Karin

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