The Dharma of Radical Community: uncovering our organic connection (even with those that trigger us)
Another 4 Mondays - Aug 4- Aug 25, 6:30pm
Suggested donation $15 (no one turned away)
Community is what we all long for — to be seen, honored, respected, understood... Even loved.
Community is also one of the most threatening aspects of human life, where misunderstandings, judgements and disappointments can lead to painful experiences.
Often, we ask ourselves, “Should I try to get closer to others, or do I need more distance?”
The Buddhist tradition has a tremendous amount to offer in how to navigate this delicate web of connection and disconnection — including how to see our experiences of community as a path to complete awakening which liberates us from all suffering.
Class 4 (Monday August 4)
Community is Empty (in a good way!) — Are we interconnected? Are we separate? How can we balance our individuality with community in a constantly changing matrix?
Class 5 (Monday August 11)
Community Beyond the Human — community isn't just in our human dimension. There is a living field of connection beyond our limited awareness.
Class 6 (Monday August 18)
Flowing with the Seasons of Connection and Disconnection — with proper practice, we can navigate connecting with others and also those moments where connection breaks down, without falling into cynicism
Class 7 (Monday August 25)
Connecting in Sameness and Difference — having a sense of community means we need to identify with others to some degree. How can we do this without being naive or simpleminded? How can we maintain discernment without becoming harsh?
TEACHER: GREG HEFFRON
Greg began teaching Buddhist classes in 2005 (Sakyong Lineage of Tibetan Buddhism) and has presented these profound teachings across three continents, and in cultures as diverse as Ukraine, Canada, Austria, Chile, United States, Switzerland, Poland and Holland. He is the Executive Director of Green Light Communication, dedicated to a unique mindfulness-based approach to communication which combines ancient tantric Buddhist insights with modern psychology. He is a featured author in "Mindful Communication: Speaking and Listening with Wisdom and Compassion” and coaches those with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) how to profoundly love their lives even when they are experiencing profound discomfort.