Sangha - Myo Leahy

Myo Leahy emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and awareness in daily life. He highlights how cultivating present-moment awareness can transform our experiences, leading to greater clarity and compassion. Myo encourages practitioners to engage with their thoughts and feelings without judgment, fostering a deeper understanding of the self and the nature of suffering.Key points from Myo's discussion include:Mindfulness Practice: Developing a consistent practice allows us to observe our thoughts and emotions more clearly.Impermanence: Recognizing the transient nature of experiences helps reduce attachment and promotes acceptance.Compassion: By understanding our own suffering, we can cultivate compassion for others, enhancing our interconnectedness.Myo concludes by reminding listeners that mindfulness is not just a practice but a way of being that enriches our lives and relationships.______________ Myo Leahy is a priest in the Soto Zen lineage of Shunryu Suzuki-Roshi. He began his sitting practice in 1969 and chose to begin full-time training in 1982. He was ordained n 1986, received the Shuso (head Monk) initiation in 1989, and Shiho (dharma transmission) in March of 1999 from Tenshin Anderson-Roshi.  ______________  To support our efforts to share these talks with LGBTQIA audiences worldwide, please visit https://gaybuddhist.org/There you can:   Donate  Learn how to participate live  Find our schedule of upcoming speakers  Join our mailing list or discussion forum Enjoy over 900 recorded talks dating back to 1995CREDITSAudio Production: George HubbardProducer: Tom BrueinMusic/Logo/Artwork: Derek Lassiter