Avainsana: zen
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Ekodharma-työpaja David Loyn kanssa
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David Loy Helsingissä Elokuun lopulla saimme Helsinki Zenissä viettää erityistä viikonloppua, kun amerikkalainen zenopettaja, filosofi ja kirjailija David Loy vieraili Helsingissä. Tapahtuma kokosi yhteen ihmisiä niin zenharjoituksen, ekologisen kriisin kuin yhteiskunnallisen toiminnan teemojen äärelle. David Loyn ajattelu on tullut monille tutuksi erityisesti hänen teoksestaan Ekodharma – Buddhalaisia opetuksia ekologisesta kriisistä. Kirjan on suomentanut Helsinki Zenin…
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Helsinki Street Retreat 2026
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Helsinki Street Retreat 2026 We ended our Street Retreat yesterday on Saturday September 5. It is very difficult to verbalise anything coherent. My heart feels vast and open from all the amazing encounters we had. The most meaningful moments were the talks we had with people experiencing homelessness every day. I was so moved by…
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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 37
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Bernie Glassman (1939–2018) was an American engineer, Zen teacher and social entrepreneur. His work—such as the Greyston Bakery—combined personal insight with societal transformation. Glassman stressed the realisation of the bodhisattva ideal, offering assistance with social challenges such as poverty and substance abuse.
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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 36
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This exploration examines the interplay between perception, duality, and oneness through insights from ancient traditions and modern interpretations. It highlights how economic systems disrupt unity, fostering dissatisfaction. Through spiritual practices, individuals can gradually awaken to interconnectedness, overcoming misaligned perceptions shaped by social constructs, ultimately revealing profound truths of existence.
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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 35
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Losing Myself and My Suitcase This post explores how the stories our minds create – stories of guilt, inadequacy, or fear – can become far heavier burdens than the events that inspire them. A lost suitcase, a moment of confusion in a foreign railway station, or a lapse in attentiveness can transform into a mental…
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Bearing Witness at Auschwitz-Birkenau
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In 2025, Sensei Mikko reflected on their participation in the Bearing Witness Retreat at Auschwitz-Birkenau, highlighting experiences of vulnerability and courage. Inspired by Witold Pilecki’s story of resistance, Mikko embraced a supportive role without staff duties. Clowning at the retreat emphasized humor amidst tragedy. Gratitude was expressed to donors and participants for fostering these meaningful…
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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 34
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In the face of climate change, technological advancements, and social inequities, simple spiritual practices offer guidance. Eastern philosophies highlight interconnectedness, encouraging peace within and without. Embracing sorrow leads to meaningful action, fostering awareness and compassion. A peacemaker listens, acts responsibly, and strives for justice, ultimately contributing to a more harmonious future.
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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 20
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This blog post discusses the interconnected crises of modern civilization—ecological, technological, and political—highlighting themes of data manipulation and surveillance. It examines how personal data has become a powerful tool for influence, emphasizing the urgent need to understand its role within contemporary challenges and the implications for individual privacy and autonomy.
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Encounters Without Preconceptions
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Kikka Rytkönen reflects on a transformative retreat, finding unexpected engagement in various religious experiences and the importance of approaching situations without preconceptions. The connection with others, moments of vulnerability while begging, and the sense of community during rituals enriched her journey. Ultimately, the experience fostered liberation from material concerns and a deeper bond among participants.
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Kohtaamisia ilman ennakkoluuloja
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Kikka Rytkönen pohtii osallistumistaan retriittiin, jossa hän löysi yllättävää kiinnostusta erilaisiin uskontoihin ja oppi, kuinka tärkeää on kohdata tilanteet ilman ennakkokäsityksiä. Yhteys toisiin ihmisiin, kerjäämisen herättämät haavoittuvuuden hetket ja rituaaleissa koettu yhteisöllisyys syvensivät matkaa. Lopulta kokemus toi vapautta materiaalisista huolista ja lujitti osallistujien välistä yhteenkuuluvuutta.