Oct 8, 2022
In a live online broadcast, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche offers a teaching and guides a meditation to mark the start of the Month of Speech — part of his free yearlong program “Bring Body, Speech & Mind to Life.” Open to all.
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Speech refers here not only to the words we speak, but also to the energy carried by our voice and our breath. The teachings, discussions, and practices of this month explore using speech, mantra, other forms of sound, and/or breathing practices to support us to connect with the pure, unceasing awareness of our true nature. Through allowing our voice to rest in silence, we draw attention to inner silence and continue to release effort that separates us from being fully present. A doorway to deep inner peace, resting in silence allows the light of pure awareness to dawn, awareness that illuminates the source of positive qualities within us and all beings. It helps us to realize our true voice.
In advance of his teaching, Rinpoche encourages creating a bit of space for meditation in your house — in a quiet, peaceful location where you can feel some sense of warmth and connection to yourself. You might provide a comfortable cushion to sit on, and a candle or stick of incense. A supportive outer space can support your inner space during meditation.
Related activity, Month of Speech, October 8 – November 5:
- Sunday, October 9, 2022, 10 a.m. New York time: 24-Hour Full Moon Practice, “Through Silence, Realize Your True Voice”
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Dear Rinpoche,
I teach primary school children. The pandemic years were stressful for many of my students and now that they are back in the classroom, they are working hard to remember rules and how to behave with each other. As a result, since the beginning of this academic year, I’ve been reflecting a lot on how my own speech can create an impact-either positive or negative- on my students’ sense of self.
Now I am witnessing how my voice is helping to soothe my students and this is encouraging me to cultivate my speech even more. I recognize myself as a work in progress, so I’m very grateful to have the opportunity to benefit from your guidance during this month.
I enjoyed watching your video & hearing your description of the Dzogchen “Integration into the Nature of Mind” as well as your reflections on the choices we can make to improve our speech and life experience overall.
Thank you, Rinpoche, for all the kindness and encouragement you bring to my world!