in this program we first explore the process of, and models for incorporating self-reflection into our daily practice. we then introduce contemplation, contemplative prayer and the three wisdom tools of Buddhism.

in this program we look at the realities of impermanence, suffering, and no-self, learning that when we accept and work with these realities, life becomes deeper and more meaningful. in the same way that the death practices leave us more presently alive.

in this program we get acquainted with what Buddhism calls lojong; or mind training. we learn about the origin of the practice and become familiar with point one, or the preliminaries.

having trained in the preliminaries, we are now ready to begin the main practice of bodhichitta or cultivating our capacity for compassion and wisdom.

we now come to the instructions or slogans of lojong practice. these slogans guide us to see reality more clearly and challenge our unconscious reactions that create suffering.

in this program we examine lojong 6 - the slogans describing the general commitments we need to make in order to further our spiritual growth - and lojong 7 - the slogans outlining guidelines for mind training to progress in our practice.