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Meeting the Inconceivable | Zen Koans, Dreams & the Creative Life

Pacific Zen Institute
Zen Koans
Meditation
Buddhism
Awakening
Transformation
Enlightenment
Koans
Autumn
Karma
FIRE
Creativity
Cape Horn
Intimacy
Guanyin
Poetry
Baijang's Fox Koan
Zen Practice
Thanksgiving
Sailing
Mindfulness

Meeting the Inconceivable is a podcast exploring Zen koans, dreams, and the creative life produced by Pacific Zen Institute (PZI). PZI is a lively Rinzai Zen community and mystery school made up of artists, innovators, and seekers of all kinds. Our talks weave traditional Zen and koan practice with poetry, art, Buddhism, Jungian and archetypal psychology, and Eastern and Western myth. Our deep div... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes30Foundeda year ago
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As the year comes to a close, "the Guanyins" -- Roshis Allison Atwill, Tess Beasley, Michelle Riddle, and Sarah Bender -- team up to tell a wintery Christmas tale of wonder.

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In this episode, Roshi John Tarrant shares a wondrous and humorous rendition of an old fairytale about the Golden Bird and Buddha Nature.

Explore how it is never our most treasured or heroic attitudes that lead us through the gates of awakening; it... more

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Thanksgiving and the whole notion of gratitude can bring along complicated feelings.

In this episode, Roshi John Tarrant shares an old story about a miserable student convinced that he is beyond help.

The teacher he finds tells him she'll offer h... more

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In this episode, Roshi John Tarrant shares an old Zen story about navigating impossible times and realizing how life carries us even when it's tough.

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Roshi John Tarrant
Roshi John Tarrant is a co-founder of the Pacific Zen Institute, known for guiding discussions on Zen topics and weaving traditional Zen practices with contemporary reflections.

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The Golden Birds & Buddha Nature [EP 29]
Q: How do you view the mistakes of the youngest brother?
His mistakes are integral to his journey, leading him to greater wisdom and insight.
The Golden Birds & Buddha Nature [EP 29]
Q: What do you think about the Golden Bird story's theme of sacrifice?
The karma stays in play until the sacrifice is offered, requiring one to let go of fixed views.
Uncertainty as the Bodhisattva's Healing Balm [EP 16]
Q: Can you say a little bit about the experience of not picking and choosing in the Bodhisattva?
It's taking place inside of an unfathomable mystery, and it's something being born through interaction.
Uncertainty as the Bodhisattva's Healing Balm [EP 16]
Q: Where do I see the light in that?
It feels like a fluttering in my hands, like the way my hands are connected to my heart.
Guanyin's 84,000 Hands & Eyes of Mercy [EP 1]
Q: Can you explain how would you use it?
The inquiry koans are like traveling kits for koans, where one asks questions like 'who is walking?' to explore awareness without needing concentration.

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This podcast explores the intersections of Zen koans, dreams, and the creative life, providing a unique blend of spiritual insight and artistic expression. Throughout its episodes, listeners are invited into discussions that connect ancient Zen practices with contemporary issues, offering reflections on themes like gratitude, resilience, and awakening. Its focus on storytelling, personal anecdotes, and philosophical exploration creates an engaging atmosphere that is likely to resonate with those interested in self-improvement, spirituality, and the creative process. The podcast features a diverse range of voices, including experienced teachers and practitioners, creating a rich tapestry of ideas that cater to both newcomers and those well-v... more

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