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Ñāṇavīra Thera (born Harold Musson, 1920–1965), an English monk whose work is a cornerstone for those interested in the intersection of the Pali Suttas and phenomenological philosophy. He is best known for his radical, "vertical" approach to the Dhamma, which bypasses traditional commentaries to focus on the immediate structure of personal experience.The primary collection of his later work is titled "Clearing the Path", which includes his seminal book and his extensive correspondence.

Notes on Dhamma (1960–1965): This is his most influential work. It consists of highly technical entries intended to correct common misinterpretations of the Suttas. He famously discarded the "three-life" traditional model of paṭiccasamuppāda (dependent arising) in favor of a structural, timeless interpretation.

vThe Phenomenological Approach: Ñāṇavīra used the tools of Western existentialists—like Sartre, Heidegger, and Kierkegaard—not as a substitute for the Dhamma, but as a way to clear away "objective" or scientific biases. He argued that the Dhamma must be understood from a "vertical" view—looking directly into the abyss of one’s own existence.

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Creativity: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000

The overlooked power of the creative mind. Religion hates this kind of thing...

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Right Effort: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000

Unpacking the teachings of right effort aka samma vayama.

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Addiction Economy/Sangha Live: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000

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Random Dharma: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 5 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000

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Talk: mindfulness/metta interwoven

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 2 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000

How do the bramha viharas fit into the satipatthan? A person description.

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Talk: The shame of small fears

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000

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View: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000

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Talk: Transformation

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 1 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Sunday morning reflections on this overused and under defined term. To join these live session, consider our mentoring program.

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Meaning crisis: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 1 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000

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Metta Vipassana: guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 1 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

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Metta Vipassana: talk & overview

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Metta-Vipassana is an integrated practice that unites the Four Foundations of Mindfulness (Vipassana) with Metta practices (Brahmavihāras). Vipassana meditation (insight or mindfulness practice) connects the richness of our shared human experience with the immediacy of moment-to-moment awareness. As the body and mind learn to settle, intuitive wisdom emerges. This wisdom allows us to fully open to the entirety of each moment, both within and around us. By cultivating this openness, we increase our capacity and interest in meeting life’s joys and sorrows with ease and presence.

Metta practice (kind-friendliness) calls forth and strengthens beautiful spiritual emotions within the heart: kindness, care, joy, and equanimity. Mindfulness of these qualities helps bring them to full fruition. This process directs our life's energy toward awakening our full potential, providing a stable foundation for contentment, purpose, and meaning...thus I have heard.

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Citta, generative & resonant: overview of practice

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000

The mind, its structure and functionality aka citta.

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Citta: guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000

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Sila: guided practice

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000

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Sila: overview/talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Morning one, overview of sila bramha vihara. NYE retreat, Bay St Louis MS.

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Trust, Faith, Confidence, Refuge: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Night one talk. NYE retreat in Bay St. Louis.

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Meaning/wisdom: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 28 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Final reflection for 2025, attempt to wrap up some thoughts on the year. Join me for programs in 2026: https://linktr.ee/davesmithdharma

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cognitive dissonance: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000

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Nostalgia vs. Sentimentality: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000

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Hx of Mindfulness: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Opening lecture from the Ghost Ranch, Authenticity in an Artificial World. Brief history of mindfulness address the two streams if vipassana and secular mindfulness.

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Kindness Revolution: talk (Dave & Mikey Livid)

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Dave and Mikey Livid (Wild Heart Nashville). In collaboration with Flowering Lotus Meditation. You can sign up for the retreat at this link: https://register.etransfer.com/cgi-bin/acct/VDEYW88NN1/displayForm.pl?dir=KOT2WZYK_2025

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Sagaing Hills: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Reflections from Chiang Mai. In proper dedication to my teacher and mentor, Steven Smith. More to come....

The Roots in the Sagaing Hills: Metta Vipassana

The Sagaing Hills of Myanmar are the spiritual epicenter where the two dominant forms of modern Burmese Buddhism originated. This region is revered for its "patipatti-minded" monks who prioritize meditative practice (paṭipatti) over mere scholarship.

Mahasi Tradition: The foundation of the widespread Mahasi Sayadaw movement was laid at the Thameikdawdaya Nunnery in Sagaing. A pivotal encounter there in 1947 led to Sir U Thwin inviting Mahasi Sayadaw to lead a new center in Rangoon, launching a movement that would rapidly sweep across Southeast Asia.

Ledi/Goenka Lineage: The area is also linked to the lineage popularized by U Goenka. The suggestion that Ledi Sayadaw learned Vipassana deep in the Hills underscores Sagaing's reputation. Furthermore, Sitagu Sayadaw, a contemporary friend of U Goenka and influential teacher, established his major academic and practice centers at the foot of the Hills, cementing the region's enduring legacy as a site for intense practice.

Sayadaw U Pandita: The Synthesis of Pāli Text and Practice

This practice-oriented tradition was synthesized, systematized, and exported by Sayadaw U Pandita (1921–2016), the scholarly successor to Mahasi Sayadaw. U Pandita's life embodied the necessary dual commitment to study and application.

Scholarly Foundation

U Pandita was first a distinguished scholar of the Pāli Canon, earning the prestigious title Abhivamsa and serving as a corrector in the Sixth Sangha Council (1956). His profound textual knowledge ensured the authenticity of the tradition he taught.

Integration with Meditation

At age 29, U Pandita began practice under Mahasi Sayadaw, gaining the crucial realization that textual study must be complemented by the practical application of meditation. This conviction led him to leave his teaching post to become a meditation master. He insisted that a teacher must have a careful study of the Pāli texts—which he championed as providing precise practical guidance for practice—completed by direct meditative realization. His teaching hierarchy placed the Pāli texts (such as the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta) as the highest authority, followed by commentaries and the lineage, with one’s personal views carrying the least weight.

The Bridge to the West

U Pandita became the critical bridge for transmitting the Mahasi lineage's rigorous methods to the West. The turning point was a historic 1984 retreat at the Insight Meditation Society (IMS) in Massachusetts, where he guided the generation that became the most senior Western teachers.

His method, rooted in the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta and the analytical framework of the Abhidhamma, was characterized by:

Rigorous Mindfulness: Training in satipaṭṭhāna practice with extreme precision and energy, primarily using the detailed noting technique.

Ethical Foundation (Sīla): His insistence on the purity of morality (sīla) as a foundational and necessary precursor to concentration (samādhi) and wisdom (paññā), following the structure of the Visuddhimagga.

Compassionate Practice: The intensive, long-term practice of the brahmavihāras (loving-kindness, compassion, etc.).

This powerful synthesis—precise, textually-grounded mindfulness paired with the brahmavihāras—profoundly shaped the contemporary presentation of Vipassana meditation in the West, ensuring that the legacy which began in the humble Sagaing Hills continues to flourish globally.

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Greed, hatred, confusion: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

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Inner Conflict: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Given as part of the Monday night series at the Durango Dharma Center. https://www.durangodharmacenter.org/

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Metaphor of Entrapment: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This talk was given for the Sunday mentoring group session. It discusses the role of metaphor, pointing to the fact the the primary metaphor is one of entrapment NOT pain and suffering. If you are interested in the mentoring program HERE

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Handful of leaves: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Final talk, Montana retreat, Bozeman Dharma Center.

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Gratitude/awareness: overview and guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Morning 3, guided gratitude as awareness practice. Montana retreat, Bozeman Dharma Center.

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Metta: overview and guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Evening 2 bramha vihara session, metta. Montana retreat, Bozeman Dharma Center.

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Bramha Viharas and the 4 noble truths (tasks): Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 9 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Talk number 2 from the Montana retreat, Bozeman Dharma Center. The integration of the bramha viharas and the four noble truths.

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Sila: overview and guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 8 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Evening 1 heart practice session. Overview of sila-bramha-vihara with guided instructions.

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Cultivating awareness: overview and guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 8 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Day 2, morning session. Cultivating awareness. Montana retreat, Bozeman Dharma Center

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Entering the Stream: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 8 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 1 from Montana retreat, Bozeman Dharma Center.

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Intro to Awareness: overview & guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 6 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Morning 1 overview and instructions. Bozeman Dharma Center Retreat.

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3 trainings: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 5 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Final talk from Vallecitos. The three trainings of the 8 fold path are outlined and described.

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Ilimitables: Overview and guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Fri, 3 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Evening heart practice from Vallecitos. Compassion in appreciate as they are outlined in the abhidharma (manual on Buddhist psychology)

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Bramha-vihara: overview & guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 2 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Evening Bramha vihara session with a focus on metta/kindness. Check out my program at the Ghost Ranch in November. HERE

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Mindfulness: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 1 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 1 from Vallecitos "natural awareness" retreat. If you find these episodes useful, please consider dropping me some support. You can venmo or paypal at this page: https://www.davesmithdharma.com/contact/

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Talk: Redemption

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

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Faith (again): talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

From Big Heart City Friday night class.

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Beautiful theory of MInd pt 2: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 3 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Second talk at RMERC.

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Metta: talk and guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 3 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

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Gratitude: Overview and guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 3 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Over of gratitude and guided practice from Vallecitos.

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Progress on the path: short reflection...

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 3 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

From the Sunday weekly mentoring group. If you are interested in our mentoring program you can find out more HERE

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Four foundations of mindfulness: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 3 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

The talk is from Vallecitos, and covers the teaching on the four foundations of Mindfulness.

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Faith: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 3 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Final talk at Vallecitos - July 2025.

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Living in the world: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 3 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 3 at RMERC. Natural Awareness Retreat.

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Beautiful theory of mind pt. 1: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 3 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

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Mindfulness & the addiction economy: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 7 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Given at Wild Heart in Nashville, just before the Southern Dharma retreat.

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8 fold Path: Entire Course Audio

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 2 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Full audio sessions from my 4 week course for New York Insight. Begins with an overview of 4 noble truths, intro sessions, conversations with Stephen Batchelor and then live teaching sessions from the course. If you find these audio offerings of benefit please consider dropping me some cash. This shit takes a lot of time, everything is appreciated. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/contact/

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Authenticity...Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000

2 talks put together from the Sunday mentoring program. Find out more HERE

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Path without a destination: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Talk three from retreat at Southern Dharma, mindfulness and the four noble truths.

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Brahma vihara's and the four noble truths: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Talk two from retreat at Southern Dharma, mindfulness and the four noble truths.

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The issue at hand: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Talk one from retreat at Southern Dharma, mindfulness and the four noble truths.

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Good in the beginning, middle, and end. Talk: Shannon Smith

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This talk was given for Big Heart City.

During this talk Shannon offers perspectives on the Dharma as being good in the beginning, middle, and end. Many thanks to Vinny for the invite. Enjoy.

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Mindfulness and the Addiction Economy: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 4 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Given for my good friends at Sangha Live: https://sangha.live/dharma-library-archive-sunday-sangha-recordings/ . This talk offers current perspectives on the world and how we might relate to it, without all the victimhood.

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Talk: Sudden & Gradual

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Fri, 2 May 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Found within the Zen tradition, this talk explores the paradox of a sudden awakening followed by a gradual cultivation. It explores the idea of what does it mean to "practice". This was given in person at the Durango Dharma Center. https://www.durangodharmacenter.org/

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8 fold path: talk(s)

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This is by far the longest and most thorough talk on the 8 fold path that you will ever find. 5:55. I spliced it all together here for you because it is what I do. If you want to offer some support and send some $$ my way. Much appreciated. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/contact/

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Four kinds of Mindfulness: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Existential, therapeutic, contemplative, ethical.

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Dark Dharma: rant 2

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Due to much chatter amongst the crowd, I have further unpacked my thoughts around the previous rant. Come and see fo yo self.

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Dark Dharma: rant...

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +0000

The dark side of the Dharma is real, and mostly ignored. Some thoughts on the matter.

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Addiction Economy: talk (PSA)

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:00:00 +0000

This talks highlights the reality that the attention economy is over, we are now in the addiction economy. You have been warned. Double down on your practice. This talk was given at the DSD mentoring group. If you are interested in joining you can check out this LINK.

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Relevance: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +0000

A talk from my Sunday mentoring group. You can find out more HERE

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Path and View: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Final talk from my NYE Retreat in Bay St. Louis Mississippi. Thanks to Flowering Lotus Meditation. https://www.floweringlotusmeditation.org/

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Practice Overview: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 7 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Meditation instruction overview from morning session day 1. Flowering Lotus Meditation, NYE retreat in Bay Louis Mississippi.

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Explaining vs. Training: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 6 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +0000

First mentoring session of 2025. From my Sunday program. We do have space for new students. You can find out more: https://www.davesmithdharma.com/mentoring/

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Secular 8-fold: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk number 5 Big Bear Retreat. A secular perspective on the 8-fold path. Compliments to Stephen Batchelor.

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Arising of Reactivity: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk number 3, Big Bear Retreat. This talk covers the entire dimension of the 2nd noble truth. Without the noble truth crap.

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Dharma Approach: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000

This the opening talk from the Big Bear, sure hearts' release retreat. It covers my approach to the practice.

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Complete Perspective: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 2 from the Big Bear retreat. Refections on right view as a complete perspective. A secular vision.

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Entering the Stream: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk number 4 from the Big Bear Retreat. It covers the idea of stream entry and nibbana.

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Middle way: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000

This talk discusses how to cultivate a middle way between the having mode and the being mode. This talk was given at my weekly Dharma Live/Online class. You can sign up for free HERE.

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A crisis of meaning: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 3 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000

The opening talk for the recently updated Dharma/Live Online class. You can now join for no fee. The class is offered as a drop in anytime type of thing. You can do that here: SIGN-UP

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Mindfulness and the middle way: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 3 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000

This talk was given at the Durango Dharma Center as part of their Monday night offerings. Enjoy.

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Authentic Happiness: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk two from Vallecitos retreat Center with JD Doyle. Exploring authentic happiness and the awakened life.

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On Cultivation: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk one, from Vallecitos retreat with JD Doyle. Entitled: On Cultivation.

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Gratification, danger, escape: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

The triad of gratification, danger, and escape is one of the Buddha’s most concise and simple teachings for investigating everyday lived experience. This formula can be applied to every single aspect of our experience. Many Buddhist scholars point out that this teaching contains the earliest roots of what we have come to know as the four noble truths, the basic framework for all Buddhist traditions.
What is interesting about this simple teaching is that the Buddha came to this realization before his awakening. He discusses this triad on four separate occasions, relating them to the aggregates, feelings (vedana), the four elements and the six sense doors.
The sheer simplicity of this teaching provides a framework for understanding human experience, particularly for those of us living in the digital complexity of the modern world.

This is not a realization given from high diction, or a pedestal of great wisdom and knowledge. Nor does it seek to bewilder us with metaphysics such as teachings on non-self, emptiness, rebirth and karma. Instead, it is easily understood and readily available to any of us, at any point in our process.

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Nibbana for everyone: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Reflections on Nibbana. Reference to attentional systems in the brain. Given at Rocky Mt. Ecodharma August 2024.

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Middle way: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sat, 14 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

First talk from Rocky Mt. Ecodharma. August 2024.

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Buddhist authoritarianism: talk/rant

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

A fun little rant and dealing with dogma all "isms" in general. Enjoy.

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Meditation Systems: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

That talk offers a brief overview of the various meditative systems within the theravada tradition. This talk was given for my Sunday mentoring group. If you are interested in being part of the practice group and seek 1:1 mentoring, check out this link.

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Citta 2: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk number two on citta. This talk emphasizes the role of the bramha viharas.

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Citta 1: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

This is the first talk of two. Given at Vallecitos in July 2024. It offers reflections on mind or citta.

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4 foundations/satipatthana: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 2: Rocky Mt. Eco Dharma Retreat. Natural Awareness and Wisdom. Exploring the full implications of the teachings on mindfulness.

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Cultivation and the solar buddha: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 1: Rocky Mt. Eco Dharma Retreat. Natural Awareness and Wisdom.

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secular 8-fold path: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

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Effort, hindrances, awakening factors: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 3: Rocky Mt. Eco Dharma Retreat. Natural Awareness and Wisdom.

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Dharma transmissions: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 4: Rocky Mt. Eco Dharma Retreat. Natural Awareness and Wisdom. Personal reflections on dharmic interventions. Emphasis on: faith, courage, service and authenticity.

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Metta and it's qualities: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 5: Rocky Mt. Eco Dharma Retreat. Natural Awareness and Wisdom. The full entire teachings on metta and it's friends.

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A life worth living: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 4 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Final evening talk. Exploring secular perspectives on the 8 fold path. Adopting a non-orthodox take on this core teaching. Southern Dharma retreat, mindfulness and the four noble truths.

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The arising of reactivity: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 3 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Evening two talk from the Southern Dharma retreat. Mindfulness and the four noble truths.

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Faith: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 2 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Evening one Dharma talk. Southern Dharma NC, mindfulness and the four noble truths.

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3 kinds of Mindfulness. Overview of concepts/talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sat, 1 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Mindfulness is understood to have different applications of different occasions for different purposes. These ideas have been discovered form the work of academics of early buddhist discourse (pali texts: Gethin/Kuan)

These crucial teachings have been further developed by Stephen Batchelor and are a core component to his program, Mindfulness Based Ethical Living (MBEL).

These 3 talks, where given at the morning instructions for mindfulness and the four noble truths. They are edited together here for your convenience to offer a comprehensive overview. Here, the first 3 are described: existential, therapeutic, and contemplative. Ethical mindfulness is not yet discussed.

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The Dharma of Addiction: talk (again)

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sat, 1 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000

A talk on the Dharma of Addiction. Given in Tulsa Ok. May 2023. Online addiction coarse.

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Dharma of Addiction

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Another talk on the dharma of addiction. This was given at the Albq insight group. https://abqinsight.org/

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What is Dharma?

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Talk given recently at the Durango Dharma Center. Exploring seven ways the term dharma is used in the pali texts. Enjoy!

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Clinging and non-clinging: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +0000

This talk was given for Big Heart City. https://www.bigheartcity.org/

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4 sets of 3: training, refuge, characteristics, systems: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +0000

4 talks put together. Exploring the sets lists: 3 kinds of mind training, 3 refuges, 3 characteristics, and the 3 trainings of the 8 fold path. This was given over several weeks for dharma live online. Sign up here: https://www.davesmithdharma.com/live-groups/

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Buddhist modernism & truth: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Two talks edited together that outline the location of dharma in American and potential side-effects.

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Turning point: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000

This two talks are spliced together. I explore the idea of a "turning point" in our life and in our practice.

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states & traits: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000

These 2 talks, edited together explore the importance of distinguishing traits and states.

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20 years sober (6-12-2003): talk from summer 2023

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Random and scattered reflections on 20 years of sobriety. Thanks!

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8 fold path: TALK

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000

This is a LONG talk. 8 separate talks spliced together from my weekly mentoring program. It offers academic perspectives on the 8 fold path and its cultivated, along with secular and contemporary points of view in hopes to bring the practice of the 8 fold path to life. Enjoy. If you are interested in joining the mentoring sangha you can find out more HERE.

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Grateful-Sorrow: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Reflections on view related to joy/sorrow & gratitude/compasssion.

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The faith to let go: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 7 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000

This talk was given at the NYE Big Bear Retreat. It explores the relationship with faith and renunciation. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

2024 Teacher Checkin': talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 7 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000

These 2 talks are edited together, they are very similar. Given for my weekly Dharma/Live Online class and also for students in the mentoring program. This transparent talk offers specific reflection on how approach the practice and teaching of the dharma.

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Metta: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 7 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Overview of metta practice. This was given at the 2023 NYE retreat at Big Bear. Dave and Cheryl.

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Death: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Day Before Halloween. Enjoy.

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1st Foundation of Mindfulness: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000

This is my 300th episode! I can't believe it. I started uploading dharma talks back in 2012. Thanks for listening. This talk is HUGE. Seven talks spliced together from my dharma/live online course. It covers the entirety of the first foundation of mindfulness as it appears in the satiphatthana sutta. If you want to join the class, I have a big discount running. You will also get access to my new class called Audio Dharma Talks which has over 250 talks. Those talks are not here on this podcast. Click HERE.

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Talk: Feeling

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 8 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000

This talk was given for the Dharma Live/Online weekly class. Feel free to join the practice community. HERE

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Universal Empathy: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Fri, 3 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 3, Montana retreat.

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Contentment, purpose, meaning: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Fri, 3 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 4, Montana retreat.

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Courage: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 1 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Second night talk, Montana metta vipassana retreat.

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Metta Vipassana: guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 1 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Day one, morning session/guided of the metta vipassana retreat in Montana. https://bozemandharmacenter.org/ https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Metta Vipassana: Intro to practice

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Day one, morning session of the metta vipassana retreat in Montana. https://bozemandharmacenter.org/

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The paradox of suffering: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000

First night talk of the metta vipassana retreat in Montana.

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Talk: Genuine happiness

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Talk number 3, form Vallecitos retreat, October 1-8.

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Talk: The sacred mystery of awareness

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 2 from Vallecitos retreat, October 1-8.

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Talk: A beautifully natural experience

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000

This is the first talk from Vallecitos nature retreat. October 1-8.

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Feeling tone/ overview of practice

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Overview of feeling tone/vedana. Second foundation of mindfulness.

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effort/hindrances/awakening: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 2 from Southern Dharma metta-vipassana retreat.

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30 years in the Dharma: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000

This talk was given at Vallecitos on September 11, 2023. Dave offers some reflection on 30 years in the Dharma. Photo of Dave and Steven Smith, Thailand 2014.

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Suffering: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Talk 1 from Southern Dharma metta-vipassana retreat (May 2023). Refections on suffering/dukkha.

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Dharma of Addiction: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 6 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000

We have stopped uploading talks to our Buddhist Recovery Podcast. I will slowly be moving those talks to this podcast. I added this first as it was, by far, the most dowloaded episode. Also, we will be launching a secular dharma foundation podcast in November so stay tuned. For more on programs: https://linktr.ee/davesmithdharma

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Right View: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 5 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Not sure when this talk was given. It just popped up in my Itunes, so I thought I would share. For more on my various programs: https://linktr.ee/davesmithdharma

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Path and View: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Talk number three from the Big Bear mentoring retreat. Perspectives on path and view.

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The present alone, is our happiness: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Talk one from mentoring retreat at Big Bear Retreat Center.

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What is the Secular Dharma Foundation?

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000

This short talk offers some overview on the background and upcoming programs offered by the Secular Dharma Foundation.

You can register for the Mindfulness Based Ethical Living Program (MBEL) HERE.

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Mind: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Talk two from Big Bear mentoring retreat.

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Equanimity: guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Guided equanimity practice. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Mindfulness and the 4 truths: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000

This is the teaching audio from the 1/2 day work shop on mindfulness and the four noble truths. It was done thru the: https://www.floweringlotusmeditation.org/

This is the preliminary teaching that sits at the foundation of mindfulness based ethical living (MBEL). Registration is open for the 8-month MBEL program with Dave Smith, Stephen Batchelor, Ann Brand and Eileen Ybarra HERE

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Dharma Reflections: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Short refections on retreat practice and the what the word "dharma" means from a textual analysis into the pali canon. Enjoy!

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Mindfulness Based Ethical Living: Program Interview

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000

MBEL has been conceived as a collaborative project, which leaves behind the patriarchal and hierarchical power structures often found in Buddhism. Authority is distributed throughout the community of practitioners rather than concentrated in an expert. This program can be freely shared with anyone who is interested in doing this work.
This program is appropriate for anyone interested in the topic, regardless of any previous experience.

MBEL is founded on early Buddhist formulas and lists such as: the four foundations of mindfulness, the four tasks, the four efforts, and the four immeasurables. In the same way that mindfulness-based therapies such as Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) are inspired by Buddhist contemplative practices, MBEL draws inspiration from the ethical values and philosophical frameworks of early Buddhist thought. Although Buddhist in inspiration and origin, MBEL shares neither the religious and metaphysical commitments of the Buddhist religion nor its authoritarian hierarchies of power. MBEL is a secular program.

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Mindfulness and the 4 noble truths: talk & guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Final guided practice for the 15 month program. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Equanimity overview: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000

From the 15-month closing retreat at Big Bear. Final morning session. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Mindfulness Based Ethical Living (MBEL): talk & overview

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000

This talk was given for the San Fransisco Dharma Collective. It is an overview of the MBEL program created by Stephen Batchelor.

Mindfulness Based Ethical Living (MBEL) is an organized, contemplative system carefully designed for anyone who seeks to care for their own and others’ lives, here in this world. MBEL is a practice curriculum that addresses the psychological, ethical, and philosophical dimensions of the human experience and has been developed for those who seek a more expansive understanding for their practice of mindfulness. 

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Abhidharma Beautiful Mental Factors: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000

There are a total of 5 talks that are put together here in one singular audio track. My teacher Steve Armstrong categorizes the 19 mental factors of the abhidharma in 5 sets: authenticity, care, awareness, creativity and contentment. These talks walk thru each one in detail. Enjoy!

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Culture of Awakening: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000

The final talk from the 15 month Dharma Everywhere program. Dave Smith and Eileen Ybarra offer reflections on the state and potential future of dharma in America.

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4 qualities of an awakened life: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Final talk from the 15 month program. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Dave & Stephen Batchelor: Discussion

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000

This is a discussion between Dave and Stephen Batchelor. The content revolves around a program developed by Stephen called Mindfulness Based Ethical Living (MBEL). Dave and Stephen will be teaching an 8-month program starting January 2024. To find out more details, you can join my email list here: https://www.davesmithdharma.com/contact/

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Mindfulness and Metta Vipassana: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000

These talks are spliced together from a recent event for Sangha Live. History of Mindfulness and a few words on metta vipassana.

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Faith - talk 2

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Full talk on faith from recent multi day retreat.

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Faith- talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000

This short talk was given via zoom for Dharma Live/Online. You can join the practice community here: https://www.davesmithdharma.com/live-groups/

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the four bases of creativity (desire & effort): talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 1 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Talk on the four bases of accomplishment. This talk was given at the weekly group for the mentoring program. There are two talks edited together. One is the overview and the other are reflections on desire and effort. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

mindfulness and the 4 noble truths(tasks): talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 1 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0000

This talk was given on zoom for the bozeman dharma center. I also have a free online course on the 4 truths. I am offering it to anyone who is interested, free of charge. https://courses.seculardharmafoundation.com/courses/80/about

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Mind: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

What is the mind? How does it work? What are its universal factors and functions? To find out more and get down to it, consider joining our practice community - Dharma/Live Online https://courses.seculardharmafoundation.com/courses/61/about

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Mind: guided practice

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

This practice accompanies the talk "MIND". https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

The 3rd Great Effort

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 22 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

the 3rd great effort. To develop construction/wholesome mental states: https://www.davesmithdharma.com/

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Sex

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 22 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Reflections on sex. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/

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training attention: cultivation 101

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 22 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

the training of attention: https://www.davesmithdharma.com/

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sati and mindfulness

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 22 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

sati is the OG term for mindfulness. Here are some thoughts on the matter:https://www.davesmithdharma.com/

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Citta and mind

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 22 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Yes, one more time. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/

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intro to mindfulness (satipatthana)

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 15 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Intro to the teachings of mindfulness as found within the satipatthana sutta. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Process vs. Content

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Sun, 15 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

From the vaults. A talk given a few years back on the difference and the relationship between the mind as process, and the mind as it relates to its "content" https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

The role of concentration

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

So, how much concentration do we need? Is it really that important? https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Mindfulness and the 4 noble truths(tasks)

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 9 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

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Fourth Foundation overview

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 9 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Overview of the 4th foundation of mindfulness. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Foundations of Mindfulness 3&4 Citta and Dhammas

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 9 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Two talks put together. Reflections on foundations of mindfulness 3(citta) and 4 (dhammas). These talks were given as part of dharma/live online. If you would like to join this practice community you can do so here: https://courses.seculardharmafoundation.com/courses/61/about

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personal reflections on mindfulness

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Mon, 9 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Personal reflections on mindfulness theory and practice. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Turning Point: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

There are currently open spaces in my dharma mentoring program. You can find out more here. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/meditation/mentoring/

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Nibbana for Everyone: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

A talk on Nibbana. This was given at the Durango Dharma Center. https://www.durangodharmacenter.org/

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Aspects of Awakening: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Two talks on awaking that have been edited together. From different times and different places.

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skillful & unskillful: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

This was recorded for dharma live/online. This online community is open registration, join and cancel at anytime. https://courses.seculardharmafoundation.com/courses/61/about

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Metta Vipassana: talk and guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

The practice.

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Talk: More reflections on effort

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

This talk was given as part of a weekend program at the Bozeman Dharma Center. https://bozemandharmacenter.org/home/

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Talk: intro to effort

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

This talk was given as part of a weekend program at the Bozeman Dharma Center. https://bozemandharmacenter.org/home/

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Talk: short reflections on nibbana

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

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Talk: This dharma I have reached

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

From the noble quest. MN 26.

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Talk: The wound that seeks the arrow.

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

The wound that seeks the arrow.

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Talk: Effort, sila etc...

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

This talk was given as part of a weekend program at the Bozeman Dharma Center. https://bozemandharmacenter.org/home/

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Illimitables/compassion/appreciation: Talk and Guided.

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Morning 3: compassion and appreciation talk and guided. Vallecitos Mt. Ranch. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Equanimity: talk and overview

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Final Evening Practice Session. Vallecitos Mt. Ranch https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Effort-Hindrances-Awakening Factors: talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000

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Metta: talk and guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Day 1 Metta talk and guided. Vallecitos. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Attitude: talk and guided

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Morning 2: Overview of attitude and guided practice. Vallecitos Mt Ranch. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Mind and Mindfulness: Talk

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Day 1 Dharma Talk from Vallecitos: Mind and Mindfulness. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ https://account.venmo.com/u/davesmithdharma Thank you for subscribing.

Right Speech aka "finding your voice"

therebelsaint@gmail.com (dave smith) — Fri, 22 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000

These 4 talks are edited together. A combined reflection on right speech. To join us in this weekly class you can sign up at: https://courses.seculardharmafoundation.com/courses/61/about

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Morning 2: vedana/feeling overview