Namaste, friends! Please see below a list of Citta Bhavana Ashram events this coming week. If you would like to host an event at the ashram, please contact Chraeloos Resident.
All events are subject to change. Events may be added or changed with short notice. You may join the subscribo at any of our invite stations in-world, join the group 'Creativity; Karma', or keep an eye on our calendar for more current information:
http://cittabhavanaashramsl.blogspot.com/p/calendar.html
~~Updates~~
Wayne will be away this week so his talk on Wednesday at 10amSLT will be postponed until next week, June 24.
Dar is returning with metta meditation Wednesdays at 11amSLT.
Dani from Inspiration Island will be presenting on the first Thursday of each month an Introduction to Mantra Meditation. Beginning in July!
~~Upcoming Events~~
☯ What? Awareness Intensive w/Chrae
When? Monday @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Indoor Meditation Circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Allure/22/30/22
Event in voice and text. Week 7 of 8. Join us even if you haven't been able to before!
☯ What? Talk with Tseten Thokmey, topic TBD
When? Tuesday @ 4pmSLT
Where? Ashram Indoor Meditation Circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Allure/22/30/22
Event in voice with notes available.
☯ What? Metta Meditation with Dar
When? Wednesday @ 11amSLT
Where? Ashram Outdoor Meditation Tree
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Allure/171/54/22
Event in voice and text.
☯ What? Interfaith Prayer Circle with Peter Newtone
When? Wednesday @ 6pmSLT
Where? Ashram Indoor Meditation Circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Allure/22/30/22
Event in voice and text.
☯ What? Yoga and Discussion w/ Chrae
When? Friday @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Yoga
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Allure/23/66/22
Event in voice and text.
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I look forward to seeing you around! Namaste, my friends, and big hugs to you all! ♥
Looking to keep in touch outside the grid? Went to a discussion and wanted the notes or links? Check out our blog and facebook page:
http://cittabhavanaashramsl.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/creativitykarma
♥ The Ashram Team
Sunday, 14 June 2015
Friday, 24 April 2015
Thursday, 23 April 2015
Sunday, 12 April 2015
The Wisdom of Laozi by Tseten Thokmey
In case you missed Tseten's talk last Tuesday, you can find the original text on his blog here, or watch the video below!
Thursday, 2 April 2015
The Status of Women in Ancient India and the Pali Tradition
On Tuesday we had a talk by Tseten Thokmey on the Status of Women in Ancient India and the Pali Tradition. Again, it was very kindly recorded for those who would like to listen to it but couldn't attend the event. You can find the original text at his blog, here. Or, you can watch the video below. Or maybe both!
Join us Tuesdays at 4pmSLT for other interesting topics presented by Tseten. Thank you, Tseten! And thank you KJ for recording it!
Join us Tuesdays at 4pmSLT for other interesting topics presented by Tseten. Thank you, Tseten! And thank you KJ for recording it!
Thursday, 26 March 2015
Tseten on Buddhist Cosmology
In case you missed the talk on Tuesday, as promised it was recorded and is now up on Youtube. It's also been added to Tseten's original blog post, here.
Tuesday, 24 March 2015
Tseten Thokmey Talk on Near Earth Realms, Fallen Angels and Human Beings in Buddhist Cosmology
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| Photo of Tseten Thokmey giving talk at Citta Bhavana Ashram, March 24 2015. Taken by Chraeloos Resident. |
We had a new teacher today who has so graciously agreed to present here once a week. I'd like to introduce you to Damian Glendullen, whose Buddhist name is Tseten Thokmey. He is a Buddhist blogger and published writer, including books on Buddhist philosophy and poetry, and a political blogger. He lives in Deer Park, Toronto. He will be giving talks at the Ashram every Tuesday at 4pmSLT/PST at the indoor meditation circle.
Over the years he undertook an extensive comparative study of all of the major spiritual, religious, mystical, and magical traditions of humanity, including magic, astrology, the Western esoteric tradition, Cabala, Gnosticism, Sufism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, shamanism, Tantra, and Voudoun. He also studied the works of C.G. Jung, W.Y. Evans Wentz, Julius Evola, Mircea Eliade, and others.
After many years of personal study and practice, Duncan founded Chroniker Press in 2010 as a vehicle to publish his own and other’s writings on spirituality and poetry. Currently he has published eight books including two non-fiction books on Buddhism, two books of poetry, and a study of the mystic and magician Aleister Crowley.
Duncan undertook the Vow of a Bodhisattva as a self-ordained practitioner of Dzogchen Buddhism with special devotion to Padmasambhava in 2011, after which time he began to write and publish poetry, in fulfillment of a long-standing ambition, encouraged by Buddhist scholar Dr. Robert Thurman’s reaction to his poem, “The Loneliness of the Dalai Lama.” He is also engaged in an intensive study of the process philosophy of Alfred North Whitehead, phenomenology, Heidegger, Herbert Guenther, and the Pali Canon, the results of which he publishes online and in print. Chroniker Press has published one collection of his Buddhist essays, entitled Dharma Notes, in 2012. Additional publications are pending. Altogether, Duncan’s websites, blogs, and YouTube channels are currently being read in over 100 countries.
He has also been a teacher at the Buddha Center for several years. His book, Fundamental View, is a compilation of ten talks that he gave at the Buddha Center a couple of years ago. Tseten describes himself as a non-sectarian, univeralist Buddhist eclectic.
Today Tseten will present his talk entitled NEAR-EARTH REALMS, FALLEN ANGELS AND HUMAN BEINGS IN BUDDHIST COSMOLOGY. See the original on his blog, here. The talk has also been recorded by KJ. We will post the recording as soon as it is available!
Thursday, 19 March 2015
Saturday, 14 March 2015
Ashram Re-Opening Party Sunday 11amSLT
Ashram Re-opening Party!!
Sunday at 11amSLT
Sunday at 11amSLT
Help us welcome the new ashram by coming to listen and wiggle to AfroIndoDesert tunes around the bonfire, followed by fireworks and then a piano performance by Sandia Beaumont!
Come get your wiggle on. Clothing is required as the new sim is PG, but wear something comfortable (and I'll be bare foot so you can be too wink emoticon )
Thursday, 12 February 2015
Sunday, 8 February 2015
We're On The SL Destination Guide!
Hello to all of our friends and visitors!
As of this week, you can now find the Citta Bhavana Ashram on the SL Destination Guide, under Spirituality & Belief. To see the other sims that have made it on the list, please visit the Linden's post, "Highlights from the Second Life Destination Guide 2/07/2015".
They have said the following:
We look forward to your visit! See you around the grid,
The Ashram Team
As of this week, you can now find the Citta Bhavana Ashram on the SL Destination Guide, under Spirituality & Belief. To see the other sims that have made it on the list, please visit the Linden's post, "Highlights from the Second Life Destination Guide 2/07/2015".
They have said the following:
"The Citta Bhavana Ashram is a heavily-forested area that celebrates all things that cultivate heart and mind. The citta averages ten events per week, including philosophy discussions, music theory, meditation, and more. Visit the Citta Bhavana Ashram for thought-provoking conversation or peaceful."If you are ever looking for a new place to explore, the Destination Guide is an excellent start. There are many wonderful communities and sims listed there.
We look forward to your visit! See you around the grid,
The Ashram Team
Monday, 2 February 2015
Ashram Newsletter Feb 2-8
Namaste, friends! Please see below a list of Citta Bhavana Ashram events this coming week as well as some exciting updates. If you would like to host an event at the ashram, please contact Chraeloos Resident.
All events are subject to change. Events may be added or changed with short notice. You may join the subscribo at any of our invite stations in-world, join the group, or keep an eye on our calendar for more current information:
http://cittabhavanaashramsl.blogspot.com/p/calendar.html
~~Updates~~
We are introducing three new events this week!
Awareness Intensive is back this Monday at 10amSLT. A new event, Theoretical Creativity, a discussion on philosophy, begins Monday at 3pmSLT. And a live reading of the Ashtavakra Gita begins Tuesday at 2pmSLT. See more details below!
We have some space for artists to showcase their work. We also have a community room where we have posters advertising friendly sims and events. For inquiries about how to take part in this, please contact Chraeloos Resident or Sunshine Szavanna.
~~Upcoming Events~~
☯ What? Awareness Intensive with Chraeloos
When? Monday, Feb 2 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Theoretical Creativity with Chraeloos
When? Monday, Feb 2 @ 3pmSLT
Where? Ashram Bonfire
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/89/231/21
Event in text only, clothing optional.
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Swami Luminos
When? Tuesday, Feb 3 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Live Readings in Indian Philosophy w/ Swami and Chrae
When? Tuesday, Feb 3 @ 2pmSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice only, clothing optional.
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Venerable Wayne Ren Cheng
When? Wednesday, Feb 4 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, straight ahead
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? The Nature of Faith Discussion with Rhiannon Dragoone
When? Wednesday, Feb 4 @ 2:30pmSLT
Where? Forest Meeting Area
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/23/161/21
Event in text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Interfaith Prayer Circle with Peter Newtone
When? Wednesday, Feb 4 @ 6pmSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text. Clothing optional.
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Swami Luminos
When? Thursday, Feb 5 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Yoga and Discussion with Chraeloos
When? Friday, Feb 6 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the right at the yoga mats
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? The Healing Power of Storytelling with Lyle, Sedona and Chrae
When? Friday, Feb 6 @ 6pmSLT
Where? Ashram bonfire
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/89/231/21
Event in voice and text, clothing optional. This event is bi-weekly.
☯ What? Sandia Beaumont Live Piano
When? Sunday, Feb 8 @ 12pmSLT
Where? Ashram entryway, straight ahead
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
~~~~~~~
I look forward to seeing you around! Namaste, my friends, and big hugs to you all! ♥
Looking to keep in touch outside the grid? Went to a discussion and wanted the notes or links? Check out our blog and facebook page:
http://cittabhavanaashramsl.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/creativitykarma
♥ The Ashram Team
All events are subject to change. Events may be added or changed with short notice. You may join the subscribo at any of our invite stations in-world, join the group, or keep an eye on our calendar for more current information:
http://cittabhavanaashramsl.blogspot.com/p/calendar.html
~~Updates~~
We are introducing three new events this week!
Awareness Intensive is back this Monday at 10amSLT. A new event, Theoretical Creativity, a discussion on philosophy, begins Monday at 3pmSLT. And a live reading of the Ashtavakra Gita begins Tuesday at 2pmSLT. See more details below!
We have some space for artists to showcase their work. We also have a community room where we have posters advertising friendly sims and events. For inquiries about how to take part in this, please contact Chraeloos Resident or Sunshine Szavanna.
~~Upcoming Events~~
☯ What? Awareness Intensive with Chraeloos
When? Monday, Feb 2 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Theoretical Creativity with Chraeloos
When? Monday, Feb 2 @ 3pmSLT
Where? Ashram Bonfire
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/89/231/21
Event in text only, clothing optional.
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Swami Luminos
When? Tuesday, Feb 3 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Live Readings in Indian Philosophy w/ Swami and Chrae
When? Tuesday, Feb 3 @ 2pmSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice only, clothing optional.
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Venerable Wayne Ren Cheng
When? Wednesday, Feb 4 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, straight ahead
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? The Nature of Faith Discussion with Rhiannon Dragoone
When? Wednesday, Feb 4 @ 2:30pmSLT
Where? Forest Meeting Area
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/23/161/21
Event in text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Interfaith Prayer Circle with Peter Newtone
When? Wednesday, Feb 4 @ 6pmSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text. Clothing optional.
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Swami Luminos
When? Thursday, Feb 5 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Yoga and Discussion with Chraeloos
When? Friday, Feb 6 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the right at the yoga mats
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? The Healing Power of Storytelling with Lyle, Sedona and Chrae
When? Friday, Feb 6 @ 6pmSLT
Where? Ashram bonfire
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/89/231/21
Event in voice and text, clothing optional. This event is bi-weekly.
☯ What? Sandia Beaumont Live Piano
When? Sunday, Feb 8 @ 12pmSLT
Where? Ashram entryway, straight ahead
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
~~~~~~~
I look forward to seeing you around! Namaste, my friends, and big hugs to you all! ♥
Looking to keep in touch outside the grid? Went to a discussion and wanted the notes or links? Check out our blog and facebook page:
http://cittabhavanaashramsl.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/creativitykarma
♥ The Ashram Team
Friday, 23 January 2015
The Mysterium and Buddhism - Tip Corbett Live Piano
Today was the first time we were honoured with Tip Corbett playing live piano for us in his unique style of Mysterium. He takes the time to describe how this style of music is influenced by Buddhism. He will join us every fourth Friday at 2pmSLT. You do not want to miss his enchanting piano and commentary.
Robert Little (robert69.little) was able to film some of the performance! Thank you so much, Robert. Please see the video below:
Robert Little (robert69.little) was able to film some of the performance! Thank you so much, Robert. Please see the video below:
Sunday, 18 January 2015
Ashram Newsletter Jan 19-25
Namaste, friends!
Please see below a list of Citta Bhavana Ashram events this coming week as well as some exciting updates. If you would like to host an event at the ashram, please contact Chraeloos Resident or Sunshine (szavanna).
All events are subject to change. Events may be added or changed with short notice. You may join the subscribo at any of our invite stations in-world, join the group, or keep an eye on our calendar for more current information: http://cittabhavanaashramsl.blogspot.com/p/calendar.html
~~Updates~~
We are introducing two new events this week, both on Friday! Join us at 2pmSLT for a live piano performance by Tip Corbett, and at 6pmSLT for the return of the Healing Power of Storytelling and Poetry with Lyle, Sedona, and Chrae! See more below.
Creativesam India has some wonderful art up at the gallery on the second floor. Sunshine Szavanna has some of her entrancing art on the third floor. Please feel free to stop by to view it at your leisure. http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/105/147/22
We have some space for artists to showcase their work. We also have a community room where we have posters advertising friendly sims and events. For inquiries about how to take part in this, please contact Chraeloos Resident or Sunshine Szavanna.
~~Upcoming Events~~
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Swami Luminos
When? Tuesday, Jan 20 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Venerable Wayne Ren Cheng
When? Wednesday, Jan 21 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, straight ahead http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? The Nature of Faith Discussion with Rhiannon Dragoone
When? Wednesday, Jan 21 @ 2:30pmSLT
Where? Forest Meeting Area http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/23/161/22
Event in text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Interfaith Prayer Circle with Peter Newtone
When? Wednesday, Jan 21 @ 6pmSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text. Clothing optional.
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Swami Luminos
When? Thursday, Jan 22 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Yoga and Discussion with Chraeloos
When? Friday, Jan 23 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the right at the yoga mats http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Tip Corbett Live Piano
When? Friday, Jan 23 @ 2pmSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, straight ahead http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in stream and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? The Healing Power of Storytelling with Lyle, Sedona and Chrae
When? Friday, Jan 23 @ 6pmSLT
Where? Ashram bonfire http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/89/231/22
Event in voice and text, clothing optional. This event is bi-weekly.
☯ What? Sandia Beaumont Live Piano
When? Sunday, Jan 25 @ 12pmSLT
Where? Ashram entryway, straight ahead http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dreamworld%20Crystal/40/220/32
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
~~~~~~~
I look forward to seeing you around! Namaste, my friends, and big hugs to you all! ♥
Looking to keep in touch outside the grid? Went to a discussion and wanted the notes or links? Check out our blog and facebook page: http://cittabhavanaashramsl.blogspot.com/ http://www.facebook.com/creativitykarma
♥ The Ashram Team
Sunday, 4 January 2015
Ashram Newsletter Jan 5-11 2015
Happy New Year to all! We at the Ashram wish you all the best of joy and love in the coming year.
Namaste, friends! Please see below a list of Citta Bhavana Ashram events this coming week as well as some exciting updates. If you would like to host an event at the ashram, please contact Chraeloos Resident or Sunshine (szavanna).
All events are subject to change. Events may be added or changed with short notice. Please keep an eye on our calendar for more current information:
http://cittabhavanaashramsl.blogspot.com/p/calendar.html
~~Updates~~
We have redone the landscaping here at the ashram to better suit your needs! Feel free to come by any time to explore and use the facilities at your leisure.
Advanced Notice: biweekly Poetry and Storytelling with Lyle and Chrae on alternating Fridays at 6pmSLT. Starting date Thursday Jan 15 at 6pmSLT (strange date due to RL, normally will be on Fridays).
We have some space for artists to showcase their work. We also have a community room where we have posters advertising friendly sims and events. For inquiries about how to take part in this, please contact Chraeloos Resident or Sunshine Szavanna inworld.
~~Upcoming Events~~
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Swami Luminos
When? Tuesday, Jan 6 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Venerable Wayne Ren Cheng
When? Wednesday, Jan 7 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, straight ahead
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? The Nature of Faith Discussion with Rhiannon Dragoone
When? Wednesday, Jan 7 @ 2:30pmSLT
Where? Forest Meeting Area
Event in text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Interfaith Prayer Circle with Peter Newtone
When? Wednesday, Jan 7 @ 6pmSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
Event in voice and text. Clothing optional.
☯ What? Meditation, Talks and Discussion with Swami Luminos
When? Thursday, Jan 8 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the left at the meditation circle
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Yoga and Discussion with Chraeloos
When? Friday, Jan 9 @ 10amSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, to the right at the yoga mats
Event in voice and text, clothing optional.
☯ What? Sandia Beaumont Live Piano
When? Sunday, Jan 11 @ 2pmSLT
Where? Ashram Entryway, straight ahead
Event in stream, clothing optional.
~~~~~~~
I look forward to seeing you around! Namaste, my friends, and big hugs to you all! ♥
Looking to keep in touch outside the grid? Went to a discussion and wanted the notes or links? Check out our blog and facebook page:
http://cittabhavanaashramsl.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/creativitykarma
♥ The Ashram Team
Monday, 24 November 2014
Sunday, 23 November 2014
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