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This Practice is About LIberation | Koshin Paley Ellison

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“This practice is actually about liberation, not about being comfortable, feeling good, or getting a reward.” What are you afraid of? Can we remain focused and grounded when what we fear is right in front of us? In this recent Zazenkai dharma talk, Koshin Sensei challenges us to look our fears in the […]

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