Have you ever put your foot in your mouth? When was the last time you regretted saying or writing something to someone else? How do you deal with pushy and verbally rough around the edges people? Non-violent Communication theory and practice helps us express deep awareness of our inner state, empathy to the plight and…
Our annual Autumn One-Day Mindfulness Retreat will take place at the beautiful Dae Yen Sa Temple in New Hartford, Connecticut. The theme is In This Very Moment where life is truly lived. Practice the art of impartial present time awareness that calms the mind so your heart can open to true peace, interconnectedness, and gratitude. Beginners to the most…
On this day, we remember with gratitude our ancestors and those friends who have passed on. Our Obon event includes the Flower Ceremony in which participants will receive a small white or red carnation pin symbolizing the living or deceased parents. This is an emotionally moving experience and underscores the Buddha’s teachings of interconnectedness, gratitude, and love. You are welcomed…
A group of Buddhist Faith Fellowship’ member and friends will be going to see The Loreena McKennitt Trio, scheduled to perform at the Calvin Theatre in Northampton on Oct. 23 at 8 p.m. See you there. The Canadian recording artist will perform with The Loreena McKennitt Trio. Accompanying her will be guitarist Brian Hughes and…
Buddhist Family Practice is an opportunity for families with children to practice mindfulness and learn traditional Buddhist teachings such as compassion, interdependence, and gratitude. It follows the general Sunday practice format of the Connecticut’s premier Buddhist center, the Buddhist Faith Fellowship, but in a shorter, more relaxed format, with elements tailored to children under 13. Babies and…
How can we apply shunyata, the teaching of emptiness, into our everyday life? What is shunyata? It is the open, living, boundless and interconnected dimension of our being. Shunyata means that we have an endowed seed of spaciousness, renewal, openness and relaxation with in us. At first glance, the teaching of shunyata, emptiness in English,…
The Path of Gratitude and Compassion Registration is open Classes begin on Sunday, October 18, 2015 Meets 3 times for three months This popular 3 month introductory course is offered each autumn to provide a practical yet comprehensive look at the foundations and development of the Shin tradition. This course studies two classic Shin texts…
What draws us to spiritual practice and what motivates us to stay on the path? What is the source of religious inspiration? The dictionary definition for inspiration is “something that makes someone want to do something or that gives someone an idea about what to do or create: a force or influence that inspires someone.”…
Free Community Talk Monday, October 5th at 7:00 P.M. HARTFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY 500 Main Street (Ground Floor Classroom), Hartford, CT www.ClearLightSociety.org 954-557-8112 / 860-529-2933 asknursemelissa@hotmail.com Discover the opportunity for deep peace in both palliative and hospice care. Finding relief from both emotional and physical pain is possible. When someone you love is dying, there IS…
Buddhist Family Practice is an opportunity for families with children to practice mindfulness and learn traditional Buddhist teachings such as compassion, interdependence, and gratitude. It follows the general Sunday practice format of the Connecticut’s premier Buddhist center, the Buddhist Faith Fellowship, but in a shorter, more relaxed format, with elements tailored to children under 13. Babies and…