Tsunma Jamyang Donma
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If we consider that one’s pure aspiration and intention is what determines whether a deed is a good one or not … this phrase really is emphasizing the need for knowing one’s mind.
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This is really a contemplation rather than a discussion. Just observe your mind as well as your body and be aware of the dance of preconceptions, resistance and surrender..
each being has their own unique experience
but when I meet challenges I often ask myself: Is that really true and then give it some space …watching the great display.
hope that is helpful????????
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Greetings, I have seen a few innovations. One is. Board that slants with the higher end being at the top being about 3 -4” off the ground
the other was told to me by a Tulku in retreat who used one of those self inflating sleeping bag mattresses that puff up to about 2” with air for camping… they are not cheap but he said it was really great and he had done prostration retreats all of his life
I also think the secret to any longevity with repeated muscle strain requires extensive stretching before and after the session, especially when we get a bit older
I however have always believed that the psychological battle with mundane reality versus view is what is really taking place and getting beyond our belief of what the experience is is huge
my two cents
wishing you much success and fulfillment on your journey of stretching the vessel
be well, stay well, ani j
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Your questions crack open my heart…..
Nyoshul Khen Rinpoche used to tell a story which helped me a great deal when I reflected on it over many years…..and Bruce is right the blossoming of compassion in ones heart takes time, and faith…not just for others but for oneself as well….be kind to yourself…don’t push the river….trust in your guru allow the practices to soften your heart and compassion will blossom ….let go of any striving or goals, try to experience the practice moment to moment…right here, right now within your being…
Emptiness and transience… so difficult to grasp this little story which he shared with me which helped me so much I wish to share with you..
may it be a beneift to you as well dear one…
Everyday a monk walked by a particular spot near the Great Maha Stupa. In the exact same place everyday was a nun, rain or shine practicing intensely with devotion. for some reason she stood out in his mind and he started to pay a bit more attention to her and her practice, sometimes even making offerings to her….her behaviour he noticed over time was a bit peculiar, a bit odd. For the first half of the day she wept…It seemed that she wept with her whole being…so much so that Empathy arose in the young monks heart and he kept her image in his heart, what could be causing this nun to weep so, with all of her being…….Then out of concern he would pass this way again in the late afternoon, at dusk but when he came to the usual place where she was practicing instead of tears she was laughing almost hysterically again with her full being..
After several weeks of this the compassion that arose in his heart gave him the courage to ask her directly…are you alright, what is going on with you…Everyday I see you crying and laughing…such extremes…..please share with me your experience, what is the cause of this behaviour.
She answered him tears streaming down her face: sentient beings are suffering in Samsara, I see them suffer so, it brings me great sadness to see them suffer and I wish to free all of them from this suffering, but the suffering is vast and I am just a simple nun what can I do so I weep, they have opened my heart….
Then the monk asked again… I understand, this touches my heart as well especially when I see how it has touched your heart…But please tell me what of the laughing, why do you laugh as if someone told a big joke or funny story at the end of the day..
The nun answered as I contemplate impermanence, the inevitability of death, karma, the faults of Samsara and the illusory nature of all things, Emptiness then I realize that everything is ridiculous, that there is no being, no suffering and that the very cause of the suffering is ignorance…it is all ridiculous, a great big joke…no one really needs to suffer
And then the next day I again am sad because they do not know….
Be well, I hope this helps a little, and that you feel you can come here and ask and connect,
Tsunma Jamyang
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Greetings I was able to get the images to print on both sides by experimenting with the number of images per page……something like 3 across and 4 down if I remember correctly…
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There was a short video of Tulku Migmar doing the Mudras perfectly…It would be great to have it here…
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How wonderful, Thank You, Very thoughtful…and needed
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Greetings Isabella I hope you are well…ani J here I am teh moderator of the forum now…..For a more detailed explanation please refer to The Shravakayana Handbook in Resources. On page 11 there is the Four thoughts which turn the Mind to Dharma.
Human Life is Precious- a rare circumstance, a priviledge
Everything is Impermanent-subject to change /death
Karma is inevitable and never fallible (wrong)
Samsara is not to be trusted-suffering, mis-leading, faulty
One practice I find that was taught by Kyabgon Phakchok Rnpoche that was also taught by Nyoshul Khen Rinpoche which I find very beneficial is: When you awaken in the morning before you leave your bed, or even put your foot on the ground. Realize that you are alive , that you have a Precious Human Birth and that you will not waste as you know life is Impermanent, it that you dedicate this day to the benefit of all sentient beings to the best of your ability. That beings live in the conditions of Samsara and the inevitibility of Karma and as a result they suffer. That you will try your best to cause not harm That you respect all beings , practice loving kindness, and follow the basic precepts as best you can. And to hold your teacher/the Buddha in your heart.
Find a point in your day when you reflect on these Four thoughts, remember your practice and precepts. Even if it is just a few moments.
And at the end of the day as you are falling asleep, check in ask yourself: How did I do? Do I want to change my behavior, my thoughts…if so call it correct in your mind…without blame, guilt or judgement, promise yourself that you will try your best to remember your realization of self awareness and continue to grow for the benefit of all beings…and then dedicate the merit for the benefit of all beings….As you fall asleep….
I hope that is helpful, With deep bows
Be well,
Tsunma Jamyang Donma
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Greetings, Tashi Deleg, my name is Tsunma (Ani ) Jamyang Donma, I am a nun from Toronto Canada who is one of the founding members of Riwoche Temple. My gurus include: Nyoshul Khen Rinpoche and Khenpo Sonam Tobgyal Rinpoche of Riwoche Temple (in both Kham Tibet and Toronto) and of course Kyabgon Phakchok Rinpoche ( among others)…I am a stained glass artist that makes Thangkas , ( Yulokod Studio is located in Cambridge, Ontario…) as well a a spiritual care giver st SickKid’s hospital in Toronto. I have been actively participating and assisting Kyabgyon Phakchock Rinpoche with the Nine Yanas program since it started in Gomde .Cooperstown..and most recently created the Shravakayana Practice Manual ….I most recently was asked to be the moderator for the Shravakayana Forum.
Be well,
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Wonderful…Thank You