Facilitated by Kodo, consider this three-part series a gradual entry into shikantaza, the foundational meditation practice of our school. This course is designed sequentially: we will develop our skills of awareness to include all parts of our experience, one at a time.

First session 8/9: To form our foundation: meditation on breathing and tips for establishing a daily practice.

Second session 8/16: To build upon our skills to include awareness of the body and wise practice with emotions.

Third session 8/23: To develop a mindful relationship to thinking. Having now trained with breath, body, and mind, we open to shikantaza, the heart of Zazen meditation.