In Which Maitri Discovers the Laundry Room for the First Time (and Beginner’s Mind)
Questions Around Town
Or did something long practiced from the perspective of a beginner?
Beginner’s Mind
The other day I was doing a computer search on contact improv jams in the Bay Area to see if it was possible to fit one in during my upcoming vacation in San Francisco. The website for one of the… (READ MORE)
“Beginner’s Mind” (and vikalpa samkara)
Vikalpa samskara is a term that describes the fundamental process of an ever refining yoga practice. It encompasses both study of text (with a teacher) and experiential learning and practice. With just experience, we may feel full unto ourselves, but… (READ MORE)
“Opening to Grace” (and beginner’s mind)
I took this picture the other day when I was walking to work. I have seen TV cameras set up at this spot dozens of times to film news interviews. I have seen tourists galore photographing each other. I’ve seen… (READ MORE)