In this Awake in the World podcast episode Michael explains the meaning of taking refuge…
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The Authoritarian Structures of the Mind
In this Awake in the World podcast episode, Michael explores the “negation section” of the…
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Yoga as a Living Tradition
In this Awake in the World podcast episode, Michael emphasizes the need to view yoga…
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Why Can’t the Tail Get Through?
Even when we advance in spiritual practice, something is always missing. Maybe nirvana is about…
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Loneliness and Impermanence
Michael explores the bleakness of loneliness, the puzzle of modern isolation, and how to work…
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The Glare Behind You
Michael works with a koan called "This Buddha, That Buddha," in which he talks about…
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Sandokai, Part 1: Practice is Transmitted Through Intimate Relations
Michael talks in detail on the Chinese poem "Sandokai" during a 5-day Intensive at Centre…
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Roshi Enkyo O’Hara on Zen Poetry
An incredible talk by Roshi Pat Enkyō O'Hara on Zen poetry and practice during her…
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Make this Country Safe for Poetry!
A recording of the annual poetry evening at Centre of Gravity. Erin Robinsong, Sarah Selecky,…
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Mountains Are Not Mountains
Jen Whitney explores the famous saying by Seigen Ishin, integrating the wisdom of poet David…
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