We all get accustomed to our thinking mind’s perceptions of right and wrong: This is the right way; this is the wrong way…. Our spiritual practice however, teaches us to let go of some of these certainties, and discover new ways to experience mindful practice. Many people are accustomed to the belief that meditation practice…
Join us for an uplifting evening with Bhante Sujatha at Sozo Healing House. In this event, we will explore the transformative power of overcoming negativity. Bhante Sujatha, a renowned spiritual teacher, will guide us through practical techniques and teachings to help us navigate life's challenges with a positive mindset. Negativity is a normal part of…
Rumi says, “what you seek is seeking you”… perhaps it’s true. The evidence of the power of our minds is undeniable. The ancient texts of the Buddha tell us that no external condition can be the cause of our happiness; only the mind has that ability. When people clearly understand how they are influenced, the…
L.O.V.E.: Living Our Values Everyday All the time we talk about love, we hear it in the media, we see it portrayed everywhere, and we describe all the things we “love” without thinking twice. But what do we really mean when we talk about love? How can we use the same term for how we…
Many of us exist in an environment that endorses the metric of success as achieving fame and gaining possessions. In this context, the more we earn, the more we desire. Many people have more than humans have ever had in the past, and yet the happiness and peace we are all seeking continues to move…
Memory is the faculty in which the mind stores and remembers information. Our memories are emotional imprints. Whenever a memory arises, whether good or bad, we are no longer in the present moment. A good memory can feel so good and joyful, and help influence our actions in the present moment. When we have labeled…
Life doesn’t take a time out for us, even when we feel like we need it. But we have the power to take our mind out of life, and can use this ability to observe it clearly. This is the way we bring our practice off of the cushion and into the midst of life.…
The new year is a time for healing, setting intentions, letting go of what is no longer serving us, and clearing the way for unconditional love from ourselves and others. Join Bhante Sujatha, The Loving-Kindness monk, this new year season for an unforgettable experience to initiate your new year with commitment and determination. A blessing…
“The pursuit of happiness” is a common bond that unites so many of us — regardless of our economic or social position, regardless of what we’ve acquired along the way, nearly everyone on the planet is actively engaged in finding sustainable happiness. It’s this mysterious wind that seems to come in, fill us with joy,…
Join us at Sedona Center for Harmony and Enrichment as Bhante Sujatha, speaks on the topic of L.O.V.E.: Living Our Values Everyday. All the time we talk about love, we hear it in the media, we see it portrayed everywhere, and we describe all the things we “love” without thinking twice. But what do we…