Episodes

Jessica reflects on lessons and observations from a recent trip to Abhayagiri for its Kathina celebration. Includes guided meditation and participant sharing.

Kristen reads aloud and reflects on the Metta Sutta (The Buddha's Words on Loving Kindness) and how she uses it to influence her day-to-day life.

Ajahn Geoff (Thanissaro Bhikkhu) offered three days of practice and teachings on the topic of skillful desires in this practice. This video is the third day. It includes a guided meditation, Dhamma reflections and Q&A periods. 00:00 Taking the precepts 05:52 Guided Meditation 28:44 Dhamma Reflection (Taking responsibility in the practice) 01:05:25 Q&A 01:48:36 Dhamma Reflection (Teaching on self and not-self) 02:13:06 Q&A (Plus two possession stories!)

Ajahn Geoff (Thanisarro Bhikkhu) offered three days of practice and teachings on the topic of skillful desires in this practice. This video is the second day. It includes a guided meditation, Dhamma reflections and Q&A periods. 00:00 Guided Meditation 49:30 Walking Meditation Instructions 50:35 Dhamma Reflection (Right Concentration and guardian meditations) 01:01:45 Dhamma Reflection (Nature of desire and the four determinations) 01:39:02 Q&A 02:24:56 Dhamma Reflection (Four determinations as r...

Ajahn Geoff (Thanisarro Bhikkhu) offered three days of practice and teachings on the topic of skillful desires in this practice. This video is the first evening. It includes a guided meditation, Dhamma reflection and Q&A period. 00:00 Guided Meditation 00:34:30 Dhamma Reflection 01:10:51 QA

Jessica reflects on the meaning of the three Refuges and the rituals used at Portland Friends of the Dhamma. Includes short guided meditation.

Jessica reflects on recognizing the causes of suffering and stress and resolving them without making a problem for oneself and others. Includes short guided meditation.

Jessica reflects on the abundance of goodness and helping at the previous weekend's Pah Bah, and talk about ways we can look after our and others' things. Includes short guided meditation.

Luang Por Pasanno (joined by Ajahn Kovilo) expounds on the eight quality of Dhamma and Vinaya that the Buddha taught his newly ordained stepmother, Mahapajapati Gotami, when she asked him for a short Dhamma instruction that would guide her in her solitary practice. Begins with a short guided meditation and includes participant questions.

Jessica reflects on the value of looking for our part in any conflict rather than pointing fingers or finding fault in others. Begins with a short guided meditation.

Ryan and Kristen reflect on bringing your life into the practice and why equanimity is essential to daily life practice. Short meditation guidance.

Jessica reflects on meeting hardship with patient endurance and using the Dhamma to hold the conditions as the heart transforms. Includes a guided meditation.

Jessica reflects on looking back at a recent visit with family and friends and discovering the theme was harmony. Includes a guided meditation and QA

In this video, Jessica talks about the new popular interest in jhana and how to balance the cultivation of meditation practice with other important parts of the Buddha's path. Includes guided meditation.

In this video, Jessica reflects that looking after our individual Dhamma practice creates a strong foundation for the community. Includes guided meditation.

In this video, Ajahn Karunadhammo explores the Five Hindrances and their Opposites, offering instruction and guided meditations. Use the chapters to follow along with the day. 00:00:00 Introduction to the Five Hindrances and their Similes 00:33:25 Guided Meditation 01:06:24 Q&A 01:22:08 How to Denourish the Five Hindrances and Nourish their Opposites 01:41:04 Guided Meditation 02:26:10 QA

In this video Jessica reflects on the importance of looking at our part of stress and suffering, recognizing that karma is the building of habits, and receiving criticism as a precious gift. Begins with a guided meditation.

Ajahn Karunadhammo offers a day of meditation practice and teachings called "Developing Calm and Insight Together: Mindfulness Immersed in the Body." Please use the chapters to move through the day's teachings. 00:00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Mindfulness Immersed in the Body 00:20:20 Silent and Guided Meditation: Ground, Space and Rhythm 00:49:55 Urban Walking Instructions 00:51:46 Instruction and Guided Meditation: 32 Parts of the Body 01:32:46 Overview of Afternoon and Q&A 02:12:56 Guided...

In this video, Jessica talks about how the community holds etiquette and conventions keeping in harmony with the Ajahn Chah lineage and framework. Begins with a guided meditation. A personal story using friends' names was cut from the original recording.

Jessica describes how to notice when we've made progress in the practice -- when suffering moves through quickly and without making a problem for ourselves and others.

In this video, Jessica reads from the introduction to a collection of Ajahn Chah teachings and talks about getting work done despite the inclination to insert one's thoughts, opinions, and self-view.

Luang Por Pasanno speaks about the change in leadership at Portland Friends of the Dhamma, then explores and explains taking refuge in Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha.

The community commemorates Sakula's 24 years of service as founder and Spiritual Director of Portland Friends of the Dhamma. Jessica Swanson is appointed the new Spiritual Director and commissioned as a Lay Minister. Later, community members speak on the importance of giving and service for PFOD's benefit. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome, Paying Respects, Requesting Precepts, Meditation Guidance 13:30 Monastic Reflections Commemorating Sakula, Highest Blessings Chant 56:43 Sakula's Remarks, Remarks fro...