So, its time again to ramp up our practice as we take up this Fall 2008 Term Intensive. While the title “Term Intensive” may have somewhat of an academic ring to it, the spirit of this intensified practice period is nothing but academic! The goal is to really deepen our engagement with our practice and with each other. Roshi has said, the central pillar of this period of time is commitment. To be wholly committed is to give our all. Whatever we pledge this T.I., the important thing is not how much we choose to do, but how we fulfill those commitments.
The other opportunity that we are presented with is how we help each other during this time. It’s easy to simply show up and recite our commitments week after week. How do we keep our meetings together fresh and alive? To help with this process we are trying out this new blog. With any luck, it will facilitate some lively discussions. For those Sangha members out of town, hopefully, it will provide more of a bi-directional way of participating. So take advantage, and good luck on all of your commitments this Fall!
--Teshin
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