“This sangha, here and on Zoom, represents 88 generations of practitioners—how incredible to be part of this living lineage.”

Our upcoming Commit to Sit is starting this week and so we share one final dharma talk from last summer’s Commit to Sit with you.

In this moving talk, Chodo Sensei weaves personal stories with timeless Zen teachings, reflecting on the profound simplicity of zazen and its capacity to transform even the most challenging moments.

From the resilience of daffodils breaking through asphalt to the unexpected beauty of aging, Chodo inspires us to embrace the present moment and commit to the path, breath by breath.

Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to Zen, this talk will encourage you to remember the strength found in sincerity and community.

Chodo Campbell Sensei is a Zen teacher, bereavement specialist, grief counselor and a recognized leader for those suffering with the complexities of death & dying, aging, and sobriety.  The educational non-profit he co-founded, the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care, touches thousands of lives every year through its numerous educational programs, contemplative retreats, and Soto Zen Buddhist practices. Chodo has been featured in the New York Times, PBS, CBS Sunday Morning and other media outlets. 

Heart Sutra by Kanho Yakushiji –  Buddhist priest and musician of the Rinzai sect and Imaji temple in Imabari, Japan. In 2003, he formed “KISSAQUO”, a songwriting duo based in Kyoto.

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