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Oren Jay Sofer's Dharma Talks at Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center
Oren Jay Sofer
Developing a clear understanding of the teachings and learning to fully inhabit the body have been core parts of my Dhamma practice. These areas, as well a strong emphasis on the heart, inform and shape my teaching. The few years I spent training as an Anagarika in the Thai Forest monasteries broadened my understanding of the Buddha's teachings and instilled a profound respect for the Bhikkhu and Bhikkhuni Sangha. All along the way, I've been particularly interested in how other modalities like Nonviolent Communication and Somatics can support our growth in awakening.
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2024-02-22 Introduction to metta practice 58:26
Instructions for loving kindness, practice, and a guided meditation
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Lovingkindness Retreat
2024-02-21 Kindness rooted in love 48:44
What is Metta? How do we experience it? How do we strengthen it?
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Lovingkindness Retreat
2023-04-05 Guided Metta meditation for body with Q&A 63:23
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Lovingkindness Retreat
2023-04-04 Metta Instructions 66:48
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Lovingkindness Retreat
2022-05-20 Metta instructions in guided meditation 58:14
Overview of Metta practice with instructions for working with the benefactor
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Metta: Lovingkindness Retreat
2022-02-13 Revealing the Clear Mind 55:10
An overview of how the path cultivates clarity of mind, through mindfulness and knowing the obscurations.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Clear Mind, Open Heart: An Introduction to Insight Meditation
2020-02-18 Equanimity: Training The Heart, Responding With Love 52:24
How does silent retreat practice apply to our daily life? This talk explores how the Brahma Viharas and equanimity specifically can serve as essential support for meeting the challenges of our times.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Strengthening the Heart: Lovingkindness Retreat
2020-02-17 Compassion Teaching and Guided Meditation 60:51
Overview and introduction to compassion, with a guided meditation.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Strengthening the Heart: Lovingkindness Retreat
2020-02-15 Introduction To Lovingkindness 54:06
An overview of Metta practice and a guided meditation on lovingkindness for a benefactor and oneself.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Strengthening the Heart: Lovingkindness Retreat
2019-05-21 Finding Balance In Life 46:04
Exploring the Brahma Viharas and equanimity as supports in life.
Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center Metta: Lovingkindness Retreat

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