2010 March Announcements Dae Yen Sa International Buddhist Temple and Meditation Center
Third Eye The characteristics of physical harmony and beauty of a Great Being and are described in Story of the Life of Buddha Shakyamuni. The spot just above the eyebrows marks the third eye, symbolizing enlightenment and the all-seeing wisdom of the Buddha. Contents: 1. Events and Announcements Events and Announcements Next retreat day is March 6th, 2010. Make an escape from your everyday routine and attend a Dae Yen Sa Temple, one-day retreat. Come practice Qi chong or Yoga, meditate, chant, walk, rest and enjoy a delicious vegetarian meal with sangha friends. Regroup, recenter, renew with a one-day retreat The temple email is updated. To make sure Dae Yen Sa can email you successfully, please add the new email daeyensatemple@gmail.com to your address book. Remember to check your spam folder if an email you are expecting does not arrive. For those wishing to receive regular email announcements, please send your email address with a brief request to be added to the list. The Dharma School Series
For those with Books please read Chapter 20: Miscellaneous For those without books please read Chapter 20: Miscellany The happiness that life's external pleasures can offer us is not necessarily bad, but always transient, compared with the happiness we feel when we are living intentionally contemplating on Buddha(awakening), Dharma (truth), Sangha (interbeing). One writer says that the opening verse of Chapter 21 Miscellaneous, gives us a snapshot of the entire theme of the Dhammapada, which is essentially, to Let Go. We let go of our little attachments, so we can expand our awareness and live lives of freedom and peace. We are also instructed to let go of some big attachments and wrong views. Verses 5 and 6 give us hard imagery, with phrases like, "Slain Mother and Father" and "destroy a Country". It reminds me of the teaching of Jesus, If anyone comes to Me and does not hate his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, yes, and his own life also, he cannot be My disciple." LUKE 14:26 Both Buddha and Jesus use strong images to wake us up from complacency and make us think. Neither is saying not to love, but rather to practice a loving detachment. The Buddha instructs that we should strive to rid ourselves of; craving, conceit, views based on either eternalism or nihilism, attachment to the senses or sense objects, especially those closest to us. The instruction and practice is continual and concentrated effort on contemplating on the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha. To contemplate, is to take a long, loving look at the real. Isn't this what we strive for in meditation? To glimpse our true nature, to take a long, loving look at the real me, the real you? When we are attached or even weighed down by life's great TO DO list there is no time or space for contemplation. That's why it is important, as Buddha reminds us, to enter into solitude, to take some time alone. When was the last time you were able to retreat for an hour, a day, a weekend by yourself? Maybe it is time to schedule time for yourself now to reclaim your contemplative space. When I was a child my parents had this wooden wall hanging that had pocket-like compartments where they would put their bills. The last pocket had scripty type printed on dark wood that spelled "Miscellaneous". To me as a child it was a foreign word, and one I could hardly say! Usually this pocket was overflowing with little papers and receipts a visual accounting of the STUFF of life. Our practice is about letting go of all those little extra attachments and expectations that have been stuffed into the "Miscellaneous" pocket of our heart/mind. It's about focusing on what is essential, simplifying our lives and becoming freer. Maybe it's time for a spring cleaning?! Namu Nobody is condemned in Buddhism, for greatness is latent even in the seemingly lowliest, just as lotuses spring from muddy ponds. Invite someone new to experience the warmth of the sangha. Buddha Thought 5 Ways to Start your Day Like a Buddhist MonkExcerpt from THE DAILY MIND 5. Do your learning: If you are studying or learning a new skill the early morning is the best time to do it. The monks will usually do their personal practice and then have breakfast. After breakfast they will do recitation and memorization as they know that their mind’s are the freshest at the start of the day. This is a very good piece of information for university students and/or people who struggle to retain important information. Try learning it in the morning. Volunteer Requests Assistance with preparation for special events, weekends and teaching nights is always greatly appreciated. This includes assistance in the kitchen, setting up, taking down and any other donation of talent or effort that can assist the temple. You are always greatly appreciated! The temple does have some special requests from time to time as well. Sati Meditation Recently, a small group from Dae Yen Sa enjoyed a field trip to Chuang Yen Temple in Carmel, NY. We participated in a retreat day, where we learned a new form of meditation practice called Sati. In Sati Meditation the practitioner uses mindful movements of the hands to bring about greater awareness.This practice was introduced by Luangpor Teean Jittasubho (1911-1988) of Thailand and taught to us by Dr. Dwight Chien. It is our intention to make Sati meditation sessions available at DaeYen Sa. If any member who participated in our Sati retreat in NY is interested in leading Sati meditation please see Eduardo. For those wishing to experience the Sati retreat day at Chuang Yen, the next session is December 12, 2009. Calling all TV Techies!
The East gives us thousands upon thousands of Buddhist sacred texts. And here in the West we have access to many books and articles from teachers like Jack Kornfield, Pema Chodron and other well-known teachers. It is our goal to begin a small lending library of Buddhist texts that would be open to Sangha members. The idea has been approved by Su Yen Sunim and Master, so we'll keep you posted on the logistics. In the meantime consider donating your books of wisdom to the temple. Make it a practice in letting go! Talks and Workshops While we have the Wisdom of the Triple Gem we also recognize the network of members and friends with wisdom to share with Dae Yen Sa. If you, or anyone you know, has an interest in presenting a workshop/lecture/training that is relevant and appropriate to Buddhist principles and practice, please speak with Eduardo. At present, the Temple does not have funds for lecturers. Any presentation would be considered a donation would be very much appreciated. Thank you in advance. SPECIAL MENTION! Nirvana Juice Bar, Torrington One of our Sangha members, Rosie, invites us to visit her juice bar in Downtown Torrington. Rosie offers many wonderful health and energy drinks and foods as well as aromatic incenses and products sangha members would appreciate. In addition Rosie hosts guest lectures and open mike nights. Visit her website for more information and then visit her store for some "chill" time. http://nirvanahealthbar.com/ Nirvana is a healthy, fun and informative place to visit! ONE OF OUR MEMBER'S, DAVE, IS PERFORMING THERE THIS WEEK! Saturday Temple Regular Schedule: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Yoga The first Saturday of each month, Dae Yen Sa has a retreat day with a revised schedule. Call or contact the temple for the schedule and activities for that day. Nonviolent Communication, Sympathy vs. EmpathyHere Joe presents sympathy vs. empathy This clip introduces communication habits and speaks about why fix it mode, storytelling, and shutting down block successful communication and outcomes in personal and business relationships. 19 Kinsey Road Donations greatly appreciated! VISIT DAE YEN SA ON FACEBOOK! |
Sunday, February 28, 2010
2010 March Announcements
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
2010 February Announcements
2010 February Announcements Dae Yen Sa International Buddhist Temple and Meditation Center
Listen with your giraffe ears! Giraffe ears are the memory cue about our personal hearing technology. Giraffe ears is sophisticated device translating what we hear into needs. Contents: 1. Events and Announcements Events and Announcements WEATHER CANCELS THIS WEDNESDAY'S PRACTICE! Inclement weather is expected for February 24, 2010. This Wednesday's Dharma School is canceled. We will resume practice next week weather permitting. Continue reviewing Chapters 20 "The Path" and 21 "Miscellaneous" from the Dhammapada for the next class. The temple email is updated. To make sure Dae Yen Sa can email you successfully, please add the new email daeyensatemple@gmail.com to your address book. Remember to check your spam folder if an email you are expecting does not arrive. For those wishing to receive regular email announcements, please send your email address with a brief request to be added to the list. The Dharma School Series
For those with Books please read Chapter 20: The Way or The Path For those without books please read Chapter 20: The Way or The Path The Path I recently heard a lecture given by Walt Hampton, a photographer who climbed Mount Denali in Alaska. The Mountain is tens of thousands of feet high. While his preparation included serious physical training, he spoke of his preference for both being warm, and surprisingly, being uncomfortable with heights! You can imagine there was more than one chuckle in the audience. Later on, in the question and answer period, a woman asked how the climber did not become overwhelmed by it all. The response was that while on the mountain he is focused on the task at hand, one step at a time, paying attention to the climber in front, mindful of the climber behind. In our spiritual adventure we can become overwhelmed by the seemingly monumental task of being free of our defilements and striving toward the summit of Nirvana. We do our best to walk a noble path, like the climber, step by step with concentration and wisdom. Sometimes we may question what this practice is all about, where it is leading, and if we'll ever reach our destination. The instruction from the Buddha in chapter 20 is clear — that death is ever present and none escapes this reality, and so we must courageously begin the journey of Life this very moment while we are able, and that while the Buddha and other holy men and women have transmitted the 4 noble truths, and the 8-fold path to help us reach to a higher levels of awareness, no one can do the climbing for us. It is our responsibility to both study and apply the dharma. The image of the climber reminds us that to truly live the adventure of our lives, we must proceed skillfully and courageously, not letting fear hold us back from attaining a clearer vision and experiencing more expansive perspective. We can get there one step at a time remaining focused and committed to our meditation, on and off the cushion. On his website, hamptonphoto(dot)com, Walt has a quote that helps explain the reason why he chooses to climb... "You cannot stay on the summit forever. You have to come down again, so why bother in the first place? Just this. What is above knows what is below, but what is below does not know what is above. One climbs and one sees; one descends and one sees no longer, but one has seen. There is an art of conducting oneself in the lower region by the memory of what one saw higher up. When one no longer sees, one can at least still know." What have you seen on your own little mountain-top moments of awareness, and how has this realization changed your experience of life? Namu Nobody is condemned in Buddhism, for greatness is latent even in the seemingly lowliest, just as lotuses spring from muddy ponds. Invite someone new to experience the warmth of the sangha. Buddha Thought 5 Ways to Start your Day Like a Buddhist MonkExcerpt from THE DAILY MIND 4. Drink Tea. If you take a look at the benefits of tea you will see that it really is a good idea to drink a cup or two first thing in the morning. Tea has many antioxidants in it which help your body find disease and infection. It also has caffeine which helps to wake you up and get you focused. Traditional Tibetan Medicine also tells us that the hot water is a good way to remove some toxins from your body. Volunteer Requests Assistance with preparation for special events, weekends and teaching nights is always greatly appreciated. This includes assistance in the kitchen, setting up, taking down and any other donation of talent or effort that can assist the temple. You are always greatly appreciated! The temple does have some special requests from time to time as well. Sati Meditation Recently, a small group from Dae Yen Sa enjoyed a field trip to Chuang Yen Temple in Carmel, NY. We participated in a retreat day, where we learned a new form of meditation practice called Sati. In Sati Meditation the practitioner uses mindful movements of the hands to bring about greater awareness.This practice was introduced by Luangpor Teean Jittasubho (1911-1988) of Thailand and taught to us by Dr. Dwight Chien. It is our intention to make Sati meditation sessions available at DaeYen Sa. If any member who participated in our Sati retreat in NY is interested in leading Sati meditation please see Eduardo. For those wishing to experience the Sati retreat day at Chuang Yen, the next session is December 12, 2009. Calling all TV Techies!
The East gives us thousands upon thousands of Buddhist sacred texts. And here in the West we have access to many books and articles from teachers like Jack Kornfield, Pema Chodron and other well-known teachers. It is our goal to begin a small lending library of Buddhist texts that would be open to Sangha members. The idea has been approved by Su Yen Sunim and Master, so we'll keep you posted on the logistics. In the meantime consider donating your books of wisdom to the temple. Make it a practice in letting go! Talks and Workshops While we have the Wisdom of the Triple Gem we also recognize the network of members and friends with wisdom to share with Dae Yen Sa. If you, or anyone you know, has an interest in presenting a workshop/lecture/training that is relevant and appropriate to Buddhist principles and practice, please speak with Eduardo. At present, the Temple does not have funds for lecturers. Any presentation would be considered a donation would be very much appreciated. Thank you in advance. SPECIAL MENTION! Nirvana Juice Bar, Torrington One of our Sangha members, Rosie, invites us to visit her juice bar in Downtown Torrington. Rosie offers many wonderful health and energy drinks and foods as well as aromatic incenses and products sangha members would appreciate. In addition Rosie hosts guest lectures and open mike nights. Visit her website for more information and then visit her store for some "chill" time. http://nirvanahealthbar.com/ Nirvana is a healthy, fun and informative place to visit! Saturday Temple Regular Schedule: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Yoga The first Saturday of each month, Dae Yen Sa has a retreat day with a revised schedule. Call or contact the temple for the schedule and activities for that day. Nonviolent Communication (NVC) Competition, Revenge and Silence 2Joe Brummer, presenting more information on modes of communication in his non-violent communication workshop. This section includes thoughts on competition, revenge and silence modes. Rosenberg has used concepts of nonviolent communication in peace programs including Rwanda, Burundi, Nigeria, Malaysia, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Colombia, Serbia, Croatia, Ireland, and the Middle East. This includes the Occupied Palestinian Territories. 19 Kinsey Road Donations greatly appreciated! VISIT DAE YEN SA ON FACEBOOK! |
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
2010 Temple Schedule
TEMPLE SCHEDULE Dae Yen Sa International Buddhist Temple and Meditation Center
19 Kinsey Road New Hartford, CT 06057 Telephone: (860) 489-3254 Cell: (860) 459-6255 Fax: (860) 489-5760 Temple Schedule American (Services are in English language.) Saturday: 9:00 - 10:00 A.M. Exercise, Casual Gathering and Open Time for Individual or Group Exercise 10:00 - 11:00 A.M. Zen Meditation* 11:00 - 10:10 A.M. Tea 10:10 - 11:40 A.M. Discussion 11:40 Vegetarian Lunch Please note: Every first Saturday some months there will be a one-day retreat at the Temple. You may stay for the day or join in and leave at the time convenient to you. Contact the temple for details and dates! Wednesday: Chanting & Meditation 7 pm - 7:30 pm Dae Yen Sa Dharma School & Tea 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Temple Schedule Korean (Services are in Korean language.) Sunday: 6:00 - 7:00 A.M. Walking Meditation 7:00 - 8:00 A.M. Prayer, Dharma Room 12:00 - 2:00 P.M. Prayer, Dharma Room 5:00 - 6:00 P.M. Walking Meditation 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. Prayer, Dharma Room Monday - Saturday: 6:00 - 7:00 A.M. Walking Meditation 7:00 - 8:00 A.M. Prayer, Dharma Room 5:00 - 6:00 P.M. Walking Meditation 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. Prayer, Dharma Room Love, light and peace! Donations greatly appreciated! |
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
2010 February Announcements
2010 February Announcements Dae Yen Sa International Buddhist Temple and Meditation Center
Practice A happy visitor to the temple showing his nonviolent communication practice material! Contents: 1. Events and Announcements Events and Announcements SNOW CANCELS THIS WEDNESDAY'S PRACTICE! Snow is on the way for February 10, 2009 and this Wednesday's Dharma School will be canceled. We will resume practice on February 17, 2010. Please continue on to Chapter 19 of the Dhammapada. We will cover Chapters 18 and 19 on the 17th. Be Peaceful Happy and Well. The Dharma School Series
For those with Books please read Chapter 17: Impurities or Taints For those without books please read Chapter 17: Impurities or Taints If not now, when? I think it's safe to say that nobody is perfect. Our spiritual work is one of continual refinement. In our practice we resemble the ever-observant and diligent alchemist working to transform the heavy lead of life into the bright gold of enlightenment so we can shine more brightly in the world. Chapter 18 is Buddha's call to deal with our defilements, big or little, right now in the present moment. While there is an urgency in this chapter that uses the reality of death to prompt us to heedful action, the message is truly about really living lives of freedom. If not now, when? What is/are your defilement/s? Maybe anger? Maybe jealousy? How about attachment to pleasure or aversion from pain? Look deeply and compassionately during your moments on the meditation cushion. Observe the places within, where your Buddha heart is being compromised, and have faith in the Buddha's instruction, "By degrees, little by little, from time to time, a wise person should remove his own impurities, as the smith removes the dross of silver." Little by little with patient and loving diligence, rather than brute herculean effort, we can become conscious of our impurities and begin to transform our lives – one breath at a time. After all, practice makes perfect. Namu Nobody is condemned in Buddhism, for greatness is latent even in the seemingly lowliest, just as lotuses spring from muddy ponds. Invite someone new to experience the warmth of the sangha. Buddha Thought 5 Ways to Start your Day Like a Buddhist MonkExcerpt from THE DAILY MIND 3. Exercise. Many of the Tibetan monks will spend the early morning performing “buddhist exercise” called prostrations ... This is where they place their folded palms at their head, throat and heart to symbolize purifying body, speech and mind and then prostrate themselves flat on the floor. They do this hundreds or thousands of times! Prostrations are like yoga. They are a great way to cleanse your internal energies, burn calories and help you focus. They do them in the morning because they wake you up and they also make you feel great. As we now know, exercise causes endorphins to be released into the blood and we are left feeling happier and more at peace. Volunteer Requests Assistance with preparation for special events, weekends and teaching nights is always greatly appreciated. This includes assistance in the kitchen, setting up, taking down and any other donation of talent or effort that can assist the temple. You are always greatly appreciated! The temple does have some special requests from time to time as well. Sati Meditation Recently, a small group from Dae Yen Sa enjoyed a field trip to Chuang Yen Temple in Carmel, NY. We participated in a retreat day, where we learned a new form of meditation practice called Sati. In Sati Meditation the practitioner uses mindful movements of the hands to bring about greater awareness.This practice was introduced by Luangpor Teean Jittasubho (1911-1988) of Thailand and taught to us by Dr. Dwight Chien. It is our intention to make Sati meditation sessions available at DaeYen Sa. If any member who participated in our Sati retreat in NY is interested in leading Sati meditation please see Eduardo. For those wishing to experience the Sati retreat day at Chuang Yen, the next session is December 12, 2009. Calling all TV Techies!
The East gives us thousands upon thousands of Buddhist sacred texts. And here in the West we have access to many books and articles from teachers like Jack Kornfield, Pema Chodron and other well-known teachers. It is our goal to begin a small lending library of Buddhist texts that would be open to Sangha members. The idea has been approved by Su Yen Sunim and Master, so we'll keep you posted on the logistics. In the meantime consider donating your books of wisdom to the temple. Make it a practice in letting go! Talks and Workshops While we have the Wisdom of the Triple Gem we also recognize the network of members and friends with wisdom to share with Dae Yen Sa. If you, or anyone you know, has an interest in presenting a workshop/lecture/training that is relevant and appropriate to Buddhist principles and practice, please speak with Eduardo. At present, the Temple does not have funds for lecturers. Any presentation would be considered a donation would be very much appreciated. Thank you in advance. SPECIAL MENTION! Nirvana Juice Bar, Torrington One of our Sangha members, Rosie, invites us to visit her juice bar in Downtown Torrington. Rosie offers many wonderful health and energy drinks and foods as well as aromatic incenses and products sangha members would appreciate. In addition Rosie hosts guest lectures and open mike nights. Visit her website for more information and then visit her store for some "chill" time. http://nirvanahealthbar.com/ Nirvana is a healthy, fun and informative place to visit! Saturday Temple Regular Schedule: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Yoga The first Saturday of each month, Dae Yen Sa has a retreat day with a revised schedule. Call or contact the temple for the schedule and activities for that day. A monk saw a turtle in the garden of Dae Yen Sa and asked the teacher, "All beings cover their bones with flesh and skin. Why does this being cover its flesh and skin with bones?" The Master took off his boots, plus and extra pair, and put them on a dog. A Zen Koan is a problem that cannot be solved by intellect. These puzzles test the students' understanding of Zen. The solving of a Koan is through living the experience or by intuitive understanding. Koan adapted from the book ZEN KOANS by Gyomay M Kubose. Read more koans online. YouTube from jeh0143. 19 Kinsey Road Donations greatly appreciated! VISIT DAE YEN SA ON FACEBOOK! |
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
2010 February Announcements
2010 February Announcements Dae Yen Sa International Buddhist Temple and Meditation Center
Giraffe Two animals represent communication styles in nonviolent communications. The giraffe is the spokes animal for nonviolent communication (NVC). Marshall B. Rosenberg, one of the developers of the nonviolent communication teachings selected the giraffe because NVC is a language of the heart. The giraffe has the largest heart of any land animal. Contents: 1. Events and Announcements Events and Announcements The Nonviolent Communication Workshop held on January 18, 2010 had a very successful turnout. NVC teacher Joe Brummer energetically presented the subject to a very enthusiastic audience. Joe is the Connecticut representative for New England NVC. Visit the link http://www.cnvc.org for more information on the course and to learn more about NVC. Thank you to everyone who attended and a big thanks to Joe and the organizers of the event for making this opportunity possible! The Dharma School Series
For those with Books please read Chapter 17: Anger For those without books please read Chapter 17: Anger Anger If you noticed a fire burning in the corner of your room, would you throw gasoline on it to put it out? Seems like a silly question doesn't it? But whether we are aware of it or not, each day people just like you and me throw gasoline on little embers of resentment until the fire of anger burns out of control. We all know what it is like to become really angry. We experience the physiological effects of climbing blood pressure, red face, tightening muscle, lack of oxygen, a primal urge to protect and lash out in word and deed, and a seeming wholesale rejection of compassion. This anger in its gross form is evident, but what is not so evident are all the little angers building up within us, UNMINDFULLY, that eventually cause us to react harshly and in some cases lead to violence. The great 8th century Buddhist monk, Shantideva, in chapter six, verse 7-8 of Way of the Bodhisattva writes, "Getting what I do not want, And all that hinders my desire — In discontent my anger finds its fuel. From this it grows and beats me down. Therefore I will utterly destroy the sustenance of this my enemy, my foe who has no other purpose but to hurt and injure me." Anger, like all human emotions, shows up for work every day, challenging our expectations, our desires and attachments. Today we have an opportunity to be conscious of our little resentments and through meditation on and off the mat to let go. Meditation is like throwing cool water on the fire of anger. The practice is extreme and gentle patience with ourselves and with each other, because until we reach the supreme enlightened state, we must all work to eliminate greed, anger and ignorance and to work for peace within and without. "There's nothing that does not grow light with habit and familiarity. Putting up with little cares I'll train myself to bear with great adversity." Way of the Bodhisattva, Chapter 6, v. 14. Thankfully, we can also train together. Namu. Nobody is condemned in Buddhism, for greatness is latent even in the seemingly lowliest, just as lotuses spring from muddy ponds. Invite someone new to experience the warmth of the sangha. Buddha Thought 5 Ways to Start your Day Like a Buddhist MonkExcerpt from THE DAILY MIND 2. Do your most important task first. The next thing that the monks do is their personal meditation practice. This personal practice was given to them by their most important teacher and is streamlined according to their own level of understanding, intelligence and capacity. Of all the study and practice that the monks do it is their personal practice that is the most important. And they always do it first... They do their personal practice first in the morning because by doing so they can be assured that they won’t miss it due to other worldly commitments. Volunteer Requests Assistance with preparation for special events, weekends and teaching nights is always greatly appreciated. This includes assistance in the kitchen, setting up, taking down and any other donation of talent or effort that can assist the temple. You are always greatly appreciated! The temple does have some special requests from time to time as well. Sati Meditation Recently, a small group from Dae Yen Sa enjoyed a field trip to Chuang Yen Temple in Carmel, NY. We participated in a retreat day, where we learned a new form of meditation practice called Sati. In Sati Meditation the practitioner uses mindful movements of the hands to bring about greater awareness.This practice was introduced by Luangpor Teean Jittasubho (1911-1988) of Thailand and taught to us by Dr. Dwight Chien. It is our intention to make Sati meditation sessions available at DaeYen Sa. If any member who participated in our Sati retreat in NY is interested in leading Sati meditation please see Eduardo. For those wishing to experience the Sati retreat day at Chuang Yen, the next session is December 12, 2009. Calling all TV Techies!
The East gives us thousands upon thousands of Buddhist sacred texts. And here in the West we have access to many books and articles from teachers like Jack Kornfield, Pema Chodron and other well-known teachers. It is our goal to begin a small lending library of Buddhist texts that would be open to Sangha members. The idea has been approved by Su Yen Sunim and Master, so we'll keep you posted on the logistics. In the meantime consider donating your books of wisdom to the temple. Make it a practice in letting go! Talks and Workshops While we have the Wisdom of the Triple Gem we also recognize the network of members and friends with wisdom to share with Dae Yen Sa. If you, or anyone you know, has an interest in presenting a workshop/lecture/training that is relevant and appropriate to Buddhist principles and practice, please speak with Eduardo. At present, the Temple does not have funds for lecturers. Any presentation would be considered a donation would be very much appreciated. Thank you in advance. SPECIAL MENTION! Nirvana Juice Bar, Torrington One of our Sangha members, Rosie, invites us to visit her juice bar in Downtown Torrington. Rosie offers many wonderful health and energy drinks and foods as well as aromatic incenses and products sangha members would appreciate. In addition Rosie hosts guest lectures and open mike nights. Visit her website for more information and then visit her store for some "chill" time. http://nirvanahealthbar.com/ Nirvana is a healthy, fun and informative place to visit! Saturday Temple Regular Schedule: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Yoga The first Saturday of each month, Dae Yen Sa has a retreat day with a revised schedule. Call or contact the temple for the schedule and activities for that day. Nonviolent Communication (NVC)Four Step ProcessJoe Brummer, explains the four steps in the NVC process: observation, feelings, needs, request. The four modes include observation without evaluation, judgment or analysis; expressing feelings that the observations evoke; expressing needs connected with the feelings, and the option to make a request of another person to meet an unmet need. The request is made and the other person can honor or decline the request. 19 Kinsey Road Donations greatly appreciated! VISIT DAE YEN SA ON FACEBOOK! |
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