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Boundless Way Zen Temple Dharmacast

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Boundless Way Temple

Dharma Talks from Boundless Way Temple in Worcester MA

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes624Founded10 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Dharma talk by Alan Richardson Sensei, on October 13, 2026

Dharma talk by David Dae An Rynick, Rōshi, on October 4, 2026

Dharma talk by Melissa Myozen Blacker, Rōshi, on September 27, 2026

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Recent Guests

Richard (Rich)
Sangha member participating in Dharma Dialogue
Boundless Way Zen Temple
Episode: Alan Richardson - Speech and Silence
Melissa Blacker
Dharma teacher delivering the talk
Boundless Way Zen Temple
Episode: Melissa Blacker - Set Endless Heartache to Rest

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David Rynick
Temple speaker guiding Dharma talks and dialogue sessions; appears as a lead presenter across multiple episodes.
Melissa Rojne
Host and Dharma talk presenter; engaged in dialogue and spiritual guidance within the temple community.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Everyday Zen

    Zen made real in everyday living. Love the talks and dharma dialogues. Convenient access anytime through the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
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    drpgman
    United States9 years ago

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Listeners praise practical, everyday applications of Zen practice.
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Melissa Blacker - Already a Buddha
Q: Can you be more specific about what's hard about this practice?
The responder reflects that despite seeing the logic, real change feels elusive and difficult to orchestrate, highlighting the tension between insight and lasting transformation.
Melissa Blacker - Already a Buddha
Q: How do you understand that, Austin?
Austin suggests that the aim may not align with what is perceived as the goal; the point is to examine beliefs and remain open to deeper meanings beyond surface narratives.
Melissa Blacker - Have Some Tea
Q: What is the significance of having two kinds of speech, and how should a practitioner relate to them in daily life?
The two kinds of speech point to different aspects of understanding: the silence that underlies experience and the words we use to communicate it; both can guide practice, but neither fully captures awakening, which is ultimately experienced directly beyond verbal confines.
Melissa Blacker - Nothing to Do
Q: What is the difference between do nothing and nothing to do?
The speaker suggests that nothing to do is a succinct phrasing that points to letting phenomena arise and pass without forcing them, whereas do nothing is a shorter imperative—both aiming at the same underlying practice of non-attachment and awareness, but the longer wording may invite deeper reflection.
David Rynick - What is This?
Q: What is this?
The speaker reframes the inquiry as an invitation to recognize the natural, wondrous quality of the present moment rather than seeking a distant or separate state; practice is about noticing and aligning with what already is.

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A collection of Zen dharma talks and live Dharma Dialogues anchored at a temple in Worcester, MA. Episodes center on presence, integration of difficult emotions, koan study, and the everyday application of mindfulness, often featuring audience questions and reflections from sangha members. Notable throughlines include the gentle balance between authoritative teaching and experiential practice, the emphasis on meeting life as it unfolds, and the role of community discussion in deepening insight. This show is likely of interest to practitioners seeking practical spirituality, accessible philosophical reflections, and opportunities to hear diverse lay perspectives in a contemplative setting.

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