Drawing on research from positive psychology and a reading from Huangbo, Erik Andersen talks happiness; what it is, how to get it, and why it's really not the point so don't worry about it.
Dave Cuomo - Fundamental Self Worth
Dave and the sangha talk why self worth is inherent and why self esteem is pointless, then throw in a little Carl Rogers self actualization theory and a reading of Huangbo on "One Mind" just for good measure.
Nina Snow - Small Batch Artisan Mindfulness
Nina and the sangha talk about where our food comes from, McMindfulness, and of course Dogen.
Craig French - Guide to a Happy, Healthy Lay Practice
Craig lays out the pillars of home Zen practice and the sangha discusses what it means to be a Buddhist (or any kind or "ist")
Colleen Schneider - Being Time
Colleen discusses Dogen's "Being Time" and navigating the anxieties of big life changes
Emily Eslami - Am I Doing This Right?
Emily and the sangha discuss the intricacies of an objectless, goalless meditation
Emma Roy - What is there to master?
Emma Roy discusses the conundrum of goalessness and judgement in zen roles and ranking.
Jataka Tales w/ Michele Roldan-Shaw
Michele reads from and discusses her books series of jataka tales with the sangha.
You can find her books at https://www.micheleroldanshaw.com
Dave Cuomo - Be Your (Not) Self
The sangha discusses how Zen and the existential needs of America.
Gesshin Greenwood - Bow First, Ask Questions Later
Gesshin Greenwood talks about life as a nun in Japan with a reading from her new book, Bow First, Ask Questions Later. Recorded live at ACZC.
Curtis Fabens - Clarity, Purpose, & Joy
Curtis Fabens discusses finding clarity, purpose, & joy. Recorded live at Angel City Zen Center.