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Shambhala Training The Shambhala teachings are inspired by the ancient legend of the Kingdom of Shambhala, said to be an enlightened society based on gentle and fearless action and the wisdom and compassion of the Buddhist tradition of meditation. Shambhala expresses the idea that the awake or enlightened mind discovered in individual spiritual practice can be extended to all areas of human society. Shambhala Training is a nonsectarian path of spiritual training that emphasizes the cultivation of fearless, gentle, and intelligent action in the world. This action arises out of trust in innate human goodness and the inherent power and sacredness of the world, connecting with both through meditation practice as well as mindful activity in everyday life. Shambhala Training welcomes people of all religious traditions as well as those who follow no particular spiritual path. Shambhala Training offered by the St. John's Shambhala Meditation Group is a series of weekend contemplative workshops, suited for both beginning and experienced meditators. The sequential program includes the study and practice of Shambhala warriorship, which is a path of nonaggression born from the bravery and gentleness of meeting our world without bias or judgment. This path shows how to take the challenges of daily life in our modern society as opportunities for both contemplative practice and social action. The Shambhala Training weekends consist of thorough instruction in meditation, the practice of sitting and walking meditation in a group setting, one-on-one interviews to clarify questions, and discussion groups and talks by a senior teacher.
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