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Brought to you by Lion’s Roar Dharma Center in Sacramento, California, this show is dedicated to exploring the human experience through a dharma lens. Each week, sangha friends Jac and Daniel will introduce an engaging and sometimes challenging theme. Occasionally there are interviews with other sangha members and special guests. You are invited to listen in as they discuss their lives and the path and how they are navigating life’s ups and downs. Whether the conversations are tender and raw or happy and light, through the process of debate and dialogue, ”Talk Openly” will challenge us to expand our vision and open our hearts to the way things actually are. Lion’s Roar Website: https://lionsroardharmacenter.org/
Episodes
May 6, 2023
May 6, 2023
58 min
On this episode of Talk Openly, it's time to talk about time! Jac & Daniel discuss relating to time through dharma practice and embracing the present moment.
This show was recorded live on May 2, 2023.
Talk Openly is an online talk show offered through Lion's Roar Dharma Center in Sacramento, California.
Apr 26, 2023
Apr 26, 2023
56 min
On this episode of Talk Openly, Jac & Daniel share positive changes observed in their mental health since starting to practice sacred and secular dharma.
This show was recorded live on April 25, 2023.
Talk Openly is an online talk show offered through Lion's Roar Dharma Center in Sacramento, California.
Apr 18, 2023
Apr 18, 2023
58 min
On this episode of Talk Openly, Jac and Daniel will discuss one of the indirect effects of spiritual practice: saving money! While not the main goal of Buddhism, there are financial benefits along the path.
This show was recorded live on April 18, 2023.
Talk Openly is an online talk show offered through Lion's Roar Dharma Center in Sacramento, California.
Apr 18, 2023
Apr 18, 2023
58 min
Jac & Daniel return to Talk Openly to discuss secular and sacred dharma approaches for when life gets downright hard and all hell breaks loose.
This show was recorded live on April 11, 2023.
Talk Openly is an online talk show offered through Lion's Roar Dharma Center in Sacramento, California.
Mar 29, 2023
Mar 29, 2023
57 min
Jac and Daniel explore the question, "Can I be a Buddhist and still have fun?"
This show was recorded live on March 28, 2023.
Talk Openly is an online talk show offered through Lion's Roar Dharma Center in Sacramento, California.
Mar 14, 2023
Mar 14, 2023
1 hr 16 min
Jac and Daniel interview Geshe Tsewang Dorje, the Director and President of Ngari Institute Of Buddhist Dialectics in Ladakh, India. On this show, Geshe Tsewang discusses mind-training techniques and shares information about his efforts to provide free shelter and modern education for local Ladakhi children and young monks.
Mar 8, 2023
Mar 8, 2023
58 min
Jac and Daniel approach the topic of spiritual materialism, or how the ego twists spiritual practice into self-centered aims.
This show was recorded live on March 7, 2023.
Talk Openly is an online talk show offered through Lion's Roar Dharma Center in Sacramento, California.
Mar 1, 2023
Mar 1, 2023
59 min
Jac & Daniel discuss the mind-transforming practice known as Lojong. They explore its origins, purpose, and benefits.
This show was recorded live on February 28, 2023.
Talk Openly is an online talk show offered through Lion's Roar Dharma Center in Sacramento, California.