In this tenth episode of “What is Dzogchen?”, the third of a series of three on the Dzogchen path, Grégoire Langouet and Damien Brohon discuss the specifics of the Dzogchen path.

Host: Marie-Laure

The Dzogchen Path: In this series of three episodes, we’ll look at what motivates us to take this path, how to practice it, and finally, the characteristics of this path. In this episode, we will focus on the Dzogchen path.

Notes

In order to realize our true nature and let it blossom, we need to walk a path. What are the characteristics of this path ?

Recap & Takeaways

“What is Dzogchen?” series, Episode 10 : The characteristics of the Dzogchen path.

1. The characteristics of the Dzogchen path 2’00
2. A direct, radical path combined with a gradual aspect 4’50
3. The path of self-liberation « Rangdrol » 7'34
4. The main Dzogchen practices : Korde Rushen, Trekchö and Thögal 9’10
5. Integration into daily life and signs of progress 13’28
6. Examples from the lives of great Dzogchen masters 17’19

In this ninth episode of “What is Dzogchen?”, the second of a series of three on the Dzogchen path, Mila Khyentse Rinpoche and Damien Brohon discuss how to practice on the path of the Great Perfection.

Host: Marie-Laure

The Dzogchen Path: In this series of three episodes, we’ll look at what motivates us to take this path, how to practice it, and finally, the characteristics of this path. In this episode, we will focus on the Dzogchen path.

Notes

To realize our true nature and let it blossom, we need to walk a path. How do we practice the path of the Great Perfection ?

Recap & Takeaways

“What is Dzogchen?” series, Episode 9 : How do we practice the path of Dzogchen ?

1. Dzogchen path : view, meditation and action 1’24
2. Starting the path with the introduction to the nature of the mind 4’18
3. Dzogchen main practice : integrating this view in every aspects of our life 6'01
4. Transitory vs definitive introduction 7’17
5. Preparing oneself to receive the definitive introduction : the gradual path 10’30
6. Normal, superior and primordial knowledge 13'52
7. A threefold path : preliminary, main practice and the result of the path 15'30
8. Role of the master along the path 16’56
9. Pitfalls to be avoided in the relationship with the master 20’35

In this eighth episode of "What is Dzogchen?", the first of a series of three on the Dzogchen path, Mila Khyentse Rinpoche and Damien Brohon discuss the different types of motivation that lead us to start the path, with insight into the approach taken in traditional Asian societies.

Host : Marie-Laure

Notes

The Dzogchen Path: In this series of three episodes, we'll look at what motivates us to take this path, how to practice it, and finally, the characteristics of this path. In this episode, we will focus on the motivation.

Recap & Takeaways

“What is Dzogchen?” series, Episode 8: Is there a motivation to start the path ?

1. Current motivations for starting the Dzogchen path 1’56
2. Curiosity and direct experience as a doorways 3’41
3. Questioning the reality of the self 4’25
4. The desire to know oneself better 5’32
5. The two main motivations today: the desire to end suffering and confusion 6’47
6. The different kind of motivations in traditional Asian societies 10’01
7. The unconventional motivation of Great Perfection 12’01
8. Developing the right motivation through practice along the way 15’20
9. Cultivating patience: a crucial quality on the path 17’27