Monthly Dharma Study Course:

Cultivating Compassion

From December 14, 2022 to May 10, 2023, practitioners met via Zoom on the second Wednesday of each month. Over the course of six months, participants listened, learned and practiced using a Dharma talk given by Rebecca Li. Participants were invited to practice with the parts that resonated over the weeks prior to the gathering by integrating the teachings into their daily life.

Dharma Talks

The following recordings are provided with the intention for participants to continue their reflection, study and practice.

Class 1: December 14, 2022

This class focused on cultivating unconditional love as a Chan Practioner.

Below is an abbreviated excerpt from the Dec. 14 class where Rebecca addressed many of the questions posed in the reflection sheet by course participants.

Class 2: January 11, 2023

This class will focus on the cultivation of self-compassion as the foundation of compassion for all sentient beings.

Below is an abbreviated excerpt from the Jan. 11 class where Rebecca addressed many of the questions posed in the fishbowl discussion and reflection sheet.

Class 3: February 8, 2023

This class will focus on cultivating compassion as a Chan Practitioner (Part 1).

Below is an abbreviated excerpt from the Feb. 8 class where Rebecca addressed many questions posed in the fishbowl discussion and reflection sheet.

Class 4: March 8, 2023

This class will focus on cultivating loving-kindness as a Chan Practitioner (Part 2).

Below is an abbreviated excerpt from the Mar. 8 class where Rebecca addressed questions posed in the fishbowl discussion and reflection sheet.

Class 5: April 12, 2023

This class will focus on cultivating loving-kindness as a Chan Practitioner (Part 3).

Below is an abbreviated excerpt from the Apr. 12 class where Rebecca addressed questions posed in the fishbowl discussion and reflection sheet.

Class 6: May 10, 2023

This class will focus on cultivating appreciative joy as a Chan Practitioner.

Below is an abbreviated excerpt from the May. 10 class where Rebecca addressed questions posed in the fishbowl discussion and reflection sheet.