Taking Refuge: What it means to be "Buddhist" with Geshe Tsultrim
2020-06-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-06-16 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-06-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-06-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-07-07 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Have you been meditating, attending classes or reading books on Buddhism? Are you interested in the philosophy presented by the Buddha? Buddhist philosophy can help many people in their daily life, even if they don’t identify as “Buddhist”. But what does it mean to be Buddhist? Taking Refuge in the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha is one of the ways to identify with being a buddhist. Join Geshe Tsultrim for this in depth series about what taking refuge means.
This class is perfect for anyone who is interested in taking refuge vows, or just interested in Buddhism in general.
This class is open to the public and anyone is allowed to attend.
6 Tuesdays June 2-July 7 6:30pm-8:30pm
Click on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Cost: Suggested donation of $10-$20 to cover the cost of the class and support the teacher. No one turned away for lack of funds. You can give online: https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ or through Venmo: search “Diamond Light”
Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim is part of the Gaden Shartse Monastery in south India. “Geshe” is a degree that is earned after several years of intensive study and passing the highest-level exams. It is the monastic equivalent of a western “Ph.D.” degree. Having successfully passed these exams, Geshe Tsultrim is an expert on Buddhist philosophy. He is also a skilled artist, specializing in traditional Tibetan art. Geshe Tsultrim has been teaching in the United States since 2001. See Less

Online: Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation
2020-06-15 06:30 - 19:30, 2020-06-22 18:30 - 19:30, 2020-06-29 18:30 - 19:30, 2020-07-06 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction, discussion and meditation.
Mondays 6:30-7:30pm
Cost: Suggested Donation $10-$20 per class, no one turned away for lack of funds. Donate online through our website: https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ or Venmo, search “Diamond Light”
To join the virtual classroom, click the link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Meeting ID: 224 735 8115
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Online: Grounding and Connection with Sunil Joseph
2020-08-29 09:00 - 11:00, 2020-09-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2020-09-12 09:00 - 11:00, 2020-09-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2020-09-26 09:00 - 11:00, 2020-10-03 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Online event
Since PD (Physical Distancing), I find it nourishing to pause, ground and connect with others online. The sense of dropping in with ourselves, others and feeling our shared humanity can feel soothing and restorative. I would like to think we are engaging our Social Nervous System through these practices.http://www.boazfeldman.com/EN/Links_files/PORGES%20Polyvagal_Theory.pdf
In the first hour of this event, I will be offering a 30 – 45 minute guided meditation for grounding and arriving in the present. I am in a Mindfulness Meditation teacher training program with Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield. I will be sharing primarily from that stream. We will have some time after the meditation to hear from each other.In the second hour of the event, I will offer a 30-minute session on connecting with our feelings and needs based on Marshall Rosenberg’s NVC process. It is a chance to connect with our hearts to find what would really nourish us right now.
We will use these documents for the NVC exercise.https://www.cnvc.org/training/resource/feelings-inventoryhttps://www.cnvc.org/training/resource/needs-inventory
I will be closing the Zoom room 5 minutes after the event starts to avoid disruptions to the group. Feel free to drop after the meditation. If something I offer does not work for you, you are encouraged to adapt/modify it to fit what you need. Thank you for being a part of this experiment!
If you can make a donation ($5 – $20) with ease and joy, please contribute to my favorite sangha –
https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/
They are a volunteer-run sangha with a big heart.

Online: Dharma Class Review Group
2020-08-30 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-09-06 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-09-13 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-09-20 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-09-27 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-10-04 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Denver) | Online event
Whether or not you are attending the Tuesday night dharma classes, this review group provides a space to connect with others and discuss the teachings. This is an opportunity to join your fellow dharma students in a review of Geshe Tsultrim’s class the previous Tuesday. Deepen your understanding of the Lam Rim topics by exploring the ideas presented, and participating in discussion with your dharma friends. All are welcome.
Sundays, 10:00am-11:30amClick the link to join our virtual classroom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Suggested donation: $10-$20 per class, no one turned away for lack of funds: http://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate or search for “Diamond Light” on Venmo
The discussion will be led by David Drabble, a long time meditator and Buddhist practitioner. David leads our Monday night class on Community Meditation in the Tibetan Tradition.

Online: Community Meditation in the Tibetan Tradition
2020-08-31 18:30 - 19:30, 2020-09-14 18:30 - 19:30, 2020-09-21 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Online event
Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle!
Enjoy community, support and inspiration. Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction, discussion and meditation.
Drop-ins encouraged!
Mondays 6:30pm-7:30pmClick the link to join our virtual classroom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
suggested donation: $10-$20 per class, no one turned away for lack of funds
http://www.diamondlightsac.org

Online: Introduction to Karma with Geshe Tsultrim
2020-09-01 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-09-08 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-09-15 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | Online event
Karma focuses on the laws of cause and effect, and is one of the foundational philosophies and principles of Buddhism. Karma can also be misunderstood, and challenging to understand. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he guides us through karma and gives an overview of the topic.
To register for this event: https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac#focus=ev-so5r-20200804183000
Tuesdays August 4-September 29 6:30pm-8:30pm
Click on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Cost: Suggested donation of $10-$20 to cover the cost of the class and support the teacher. No one turned away for lack of funds. You can give online: https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ or through Venmo: search “Diamond Light”
For more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org
Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim is part of the Gaden Shartse Monastery in south India. “Geshe” is a degree that is earned after several years of intensive study and passing the highest-level exams. It is the monastic equivalent of a western “Ph.D.” degree. Having successfully passed these exams, Geshe Tsultrim is an expert on Buddhist philosophy. He is also a skilled artist, specializing in traditional Tibetan art. Geshe Tsultrim has been teaching in the United States since 2001.

The Intrinsic Freedom of the Mind Itself with James Low
2020-09-05 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online event
Our mind is intrinsically clear, but becomes cluttered by thoughts. Join James Low as gives an introduction to Dzogchen, and discusses the difference between the mind and contents of the mind, so we can practice directly experiencing the clarity of mind. Through this dharma talk, we will gain an increased sense of how the mind is self-purifying through the self-liberation of whatever arises.
10:30am-12:30am Saturday September 5th (California time)
Online through Zoom: Register to get the login info
Cost: suggested donation $10-$40 to support our teachers and cover the costs of the event.
To register: https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac#focus=ev-svss-20200905103000
James Low is a disciple and teacher in the Byangter and Khordong lineages of the late Chhimed Rigdzin Lama.
He began studying and practising Tibetan Buddhism in India in the 1960’s and received teachings from Kalu Rinpoche, Chatral Rinpoche, Kanjur Rinpoche and Dudjom Rinpoche. Having met his root teacher, Chhimed Rigdzin Lama (also known as C R Lama), he lived in his home in West Bengal, India for many years, serving him as required and being taught many aspects of the tradition. During this period in India James did several retreats and pilgrimages in the Himalayas. In the 1970’s and 1980’s, on his return to Europe, he also had teachings and guidance from Namkhai Norbu Rinpoche.
James translated many tantric texts and sadhanas with CR Lama who wanted texts from his lineages, Byangter and Khordong, to be available in English. These are used as practice texts by CR Lama’s disciples and have been translated into various European languages.
CR Lama asked James to teach in 1976 and later gave him the transmissions necessary to do this, together with full lineage authority. In particular, James was encouraged to give the traditional instructions using methods that enable people in the west to get the point. James has been teaching in this way for over twenty years.
James regularly teaches the principles of dzogchen in Europe and he publishes translations and commentaries from time to time.
Many of his seminars have been recorded, transcribed and made available on this website in the hope that they may be useful for those seeking to deepen their dharma understanding and to explore how to apply it in the complexities of everyday life.
James studied at Edinburgh and other universities and has retired from his work in London as a Consultant Psychotherapist in the National Health Service. He is slowly winding down his private psychotherapy practice. He has taught on many psychotherapy trainings in Britain.

Eight Verses For Training The Mind with Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim
2020-09-22 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-09-29 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | Online event
Eight Verses for Training the Mind offer essential practices for cultivating the awakening mind of compassion, wisdom, and love. This eight-verse lojong enshrines the very heart of Dharma, revealing the true essence of the Mahayana path to liberation. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he guides us through the eight verses and explains why these ancient practices are so critical for dealing with the challenges we are facing today. English Translation document for this class: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_QbVf9Ed05p9s2pZ79ibmC-HSDMH6ZSR/view?usp=sharing
Tuesdays September 22-October 13 6:30pm-8:30pm
Click on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Cost: Suggested donation of $10-$20 to cover the cost of the class and support the teacher.http://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate“Diamond Light” on Venmo orhttp://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=NMYP6MK36UBCSNo one turned away for lack of funds.
For more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org
Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim is part of the Gaden Shartse Monastery in south India. “Geshe” is a degree that is earned after several years of intensive study and passing the highest-level exams. It is the monastic equivalent of a western “Ph.D.” degree. Having successfully passed these exams, Geshe Tsultrim is an expert on Buddhist philosophy. He is also a skilled artist, specializing in traditional Tibetan art. Geshe Tsultrim has been teaching in the United States since 2001.
