Dharma Conversation with Lienchi Tran

From Coming Home to our Senses Retreat - May 2025

Trudy Goodman and Lienchi Tran discuss the concept of wise view, the first step of the Eightfold Path, emphasizing its importance in teaching and learning. They explore the dualistic nature of "right view" versus "wise view" and the benefits of shared noble views in retreats. Trudy shares her experiences with her first Korean Zen master, highlighting the challenges of letting go of personal feelings. Lienchi contrasts Western and Eastern mindsets, stressing the importance of understanding cause and effect. They also discuss the role of community in spiritual practice, the impact of cultural differences, and the importance of living in the present moment.

This recording is from Big Bear Retreat Center and provided by Dharmaseed.