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The Buddha was a realist. Though born into a life of wealth and status his spiritual journey began with the recognition that all people are subject to old age, sickness, and death. The demands of our fast-paced society make finding an active balance between work, family commitments, and self-care a difficult task. How do we find peace and freedom amidst all the inevitable change?

Our practice of meditation serves as the foundation from which we can realize and directly experience the true nature of self which is unchanging. Letting go of our conditioned patterns, fixed beliefs, and cherished opinions allows the light of our innate awareness to flourish and respond to shifting circumstances.

Original Talk: April 14, 2024

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