What good practice you were doing! You definitely are a keeper from a teacher's point of view. I should know, as an ex sōn monastic, running a small zendo, and familiar with long sitting months. Teachers hope for students like you to show up at the hall doors.
P.s. don't think the ceremonial a waste..it isn't and it might prove a good friend.
Hi Michael, I really appreciate your reflections from being so in the know. I'd really love to hear your thoughts on the ceremonial being a good friend. I am starting to see hints of that, but any more clues are very welcome. :)
Hey Alexandra! It can serve as a conduit. From that part that is the Buddha to that part looking for the Buddha. Now, if you're in a monastery/temple right now- Don't read any more of what I or anybody else says! It might mess with the practice!
What good practice you were doing! You definitely are a keeper from a teacher's point of view. I should know, as an ex sōn monastic, running a small zendo, and familiar with long sitting months. Teachers hope for students like you to show up at the hall doors.
P.s. don't think the ceremonial a waste..it isn't and it might prove a good friend.
Hi Michael, I really appreciate your reflections from being so in the know. I'd really love to hear your thoughts on the ceremonial being a good friend. I am starting to see hints of that, but any more clues are very welcome. :)
Hey Alexandra! It can serve as a conduit. From that part that is the Buddha to that part looking for the Buddha. Now, if you're in a monastery/temple right now- Don't read any more of what I or anybody else says! It might mess with the practice!
Makes sense. Thanks Michael!
Ah, the memories if Goen......kaaaa. :) Loving reading about your experience.
Lol :) Thanks for reading!