Tuesday, October 7, 2008
A Path of Joy and Freedom: An Introduction to Zen Meditation
A student asked his teacher, “What is the Way?”
His teacher Responded, “Ordinary Mind is the Way.”
What is your path of joy and freedom? What is the Way to go? This talk and practice time will be an introduction to Zen and Zen Meditation. We will talk about the origins of this practice and how it is a wonderful tool to use within a medical setting and in the midst of our busy lives. All are welcome.
Description: Do you want to discover ways of coping with stress and staying centered in the midst of living in New York City? Join us for a series exploring four meditation traditions that you can incorporate into your daily life.
About the facilitators:
Koshin Paley Ellison is a Founder and Co-Executive Director of the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care. He is a founder of the Buddhist Psychotherapy Collective and in private practice, where he sees individuals, couples, and groups. Koshin is currently a Jungian Analyst Candidate at the Jungian Psychoanalytic Association. Koshin is a senior student and novice Soto Zen Buddhist priest under Roshi Enkyo O’Hara, at the Village Zendo.
