Harnessing the Inner Fire
In the face of disruption and uncertainty, fear and anger often arise as habitual and instinctive reactions. Zac Ispa-Landa leads this gathering on August 25 to explore how we might honour and harness these powerful emotions as we show up as agents of change.
Practicing with Rising Uncertainty
Amid new levels of collective instability, how might we change our relationship to distress, anxiety and all of their relatives? Damchö Diana Finnegan and Kristin Barker co-lead this gathering on July 28 to ground our responses in a steady posture and open heart.
The “Bad Guys”
How might we relate to the “bad guys” as advocates and activists attempting to reduce suffering in the world at large? Kevin Gallagher led this gathering on June 23rd, in exploration of how we might relate, on behalf of both people and planet, to those who cause harm.
Luminous Darkness
What strength might we discover when we connect to often-overlooked virtues such as stillness, rest, and receptivity? On April 28, Deborah Eden Tull led this investigation into the sacred balance of light and dark within Nature and our own minds.
The Ecological Self
How might we nourish the ecological self and support its maturation? John Seed and Br. Tenzin (Dr. Alex Anderson) led this EcoDharma Exploration on May 26 exploring the interwoven teachings and practices of Deep Ecology and Buddhadharma.
Embracing EcoDharma as A New Saint
In this EcoDharma Exploration on March 24, 2024, Buddhist Minister, Author, and Activist Lama Rod Owens led us in exploring and developing renewed visions for activism based on the recognition that all systems of violence intersect with climate change.
Use Your Words
Cross-cultural communication can bring us together… or tear us apart. In this EcoDharma Exploration on February 25, 2024, Rhonda Magee joined Kristin Barker in conversation to explore challenges and opportunities for building true Sangha as we work together for environmental justice.
Re-establishing Healthy Attachment
with Mother Earth
In this EcoDharma Exploration held on January 28, 2024, Jessica Morey invited us to examine our bond with Earth, our ultimate caretaker.
Giving Nature Back to Itself
How might we discover a reciprocal and non-extractive nature-based practice? Susie Harrington led this EcoDharma Exploration on November 19, 2023.
A Seamless Belonging
In this EcoDharma Exploration on October 22, 2023, Insight practitioner and environmental educator Rupert Marques invited us to uncover the uniqueness and universality of our embeddedness in our world.