AWAKE IN THE WORLD

Buddhist principles and practices are not just for the cushion.
In the Awake in the World series, Reverend Susan Shannon leads a supportive and kind discussion on how we live the principles of Buddhism and bring dharma into our everyday lives.

SPRING 2024 DATES & DETAILS

Sundays: June 2, 9, 16 | 10 AM - 12 PM (Pacific)
Topic: The Six Perfections

A disciple asks the Buddha, “How many bases for training are there for those seeking enlightenment?” The Buddha replied, “There are Six: Generosity, Ethical Discipline, Patience, Enthusiastic Effort,
Concentrative Meditation, and Wisdom.”
- from the Large Sutra on the Perfection of Wisdom (Astasahasrika Prajnaparamita)

The Six Perfections describe the true nature of an enlightened being, which is to say they are our own true nature. If they don’t seem to be our true nature, it is because the perfections are obscured by our delusion, anger, greed, and fear. By cultivating these perfections, we bring this true nature into expression. In this three- part series we will practice the Perfections of Generosity, Ethical Discipline and Patience.

Exploring Generosity includes setting good and honest boundaries around our giving to others and ourselves. To do that employs Ethical Discipline, said to be the fuel that keeps us on the Bodhisattva path. And Patience–this is the big one that gives us the scope of practice that includes all past and future lifetimes! Of all the practices you can do as a Buddhist practitioner, the practice of the Six Perfections is one that will supercharge your Awakening.

Fees:
$120 (series fee)
$150 (series fee + support)
$90 (Sukhasiddhi Members)

Registration closes Saturday, June 1 at 12 PM.
**Please Note: This Awake in the World class series is included in the Dharma Training Program as part of the curriculum. If you are already enrolled in DTP, you do not need to register separately for this series. 
**Please Note: This Awake in the World class series is NOT included in the Bodhi Program. If you are enrolled in Bodhi and are interested in this series, you will need to register separately.

MEET THE TEACHER

Susan Shannon, M. Div. is a seeker, teacher, earth and animal steward, and devotee of the heart. She has worked in the fields of Emotional Literacy and Restorative Justice for over 20 years, incorporating over 45 years of Buddhist practice and study from the Tibetan tradition. She’s worked with various diverse populations all her life including inmates, Tibetan refugees, the homeless, the differently-abled, at-risk youth, and has served as the Buddhist Chaplain to the men in San Quentin State Prison and Death Row. She currently resides in the San Juan Islands where she writes, provides spiritual coaching and tends her land.