Author Archives: Bethany Perron

Shambhala Level I – The Art of Being Human

By Bethany Perron | Published: January 24
[ February 25; 9:00 to 5:00. February 26; 9:00 to 4:00. ] Through the practice of meditation, we can glimpse unconditional goodness as the ground of our existence. Opening to ourselves with gentleness and appreciation, we begin to see our potential as genuine and compassionate human beings. This introductory level weekend includes meditation training and practice, talks by a senior instructor, individual meetings, and group discussions. This is [...]
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Contentment in Everyday Life

By Bethany Perron | Published: January 23
[ February 28; 7:00 to 9:00. March 6; 7:00 to 9:00. March 13; 7:00 to 9:00. March 20; 7:00 to 9:00. March 27; 6:30 to 9:00. ] Contentment can be hard to find. Much of the time we search for contentment in things, achievements or relationships. With meditation practice, we relax with ourselves and appreciate simple human experiences. Difficult emotions and the challenges of life can be met with gentleness, mindfulness and inquisitiveness. The purpose of Contentment in Everyday Life is to [...]
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March Nyinthun

By Bethany Perron | Published: January 22
[ March 18; 9:00 to 12:00. ] Our monthly nyinthun will be held on Sunday, March 18 from 9am - 12pm. We will be alternating sitting and walking meditation, with a short period of yoga in the middle. As always, all are welcome to come for any part of the three hours. Beginners are cordially welcome.
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Ashe Society

By Bethany Perron | Published: January 22
[ March 21; 7:00 to 9:00. 7:00 to 9:00. ] Ashe is a simple and powerful practice that enables one to transform confusion and hesitation into wisdom and authenticity. The Ashe Society is an opportunity for those who have received stroke transmission to practice together and to study the related terma texts. Restricted to graduates of Warrior Assembly.
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Crazy Wisdom Film Showing

By Bethany Perron | Published: January 21
[ April 3; 7:00 to 9:00. ] Crazy Wisdom is the long-awaited feature documentary to explore the life, teachings, and "crazy wisdom" of Chogyam Trungpa, Rinpoche, a pivotal figure in bringing Tibetan Buddhism to the West. Called a genius, rascal, and social visionary; 'one of the greatest spiritual teachers of the 20th century,' and 'the bad boy of Buddhism,' Trungpa defied categorization. Raised [...]
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AAUW Talk

By Bethany Perron | Published: January 4
[ March 24; 1:30 to 3:00. ] A private event for the Bennington chapter of the American Association of University Women.
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