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Talk
In a world that often prioritizes self-interest and personal gain, what does it truly mean to dedicate oneself fully to engaging with loving-kindness? Is this even realistic?
In this session, John Bruna offers a thought-provoking and heartfelt exploration of the transformative power of metta—the Buddhist practice of loving-kindness—and presents metta as a way of life rather than as a momentary feeling. He also shares reflections on the radical yet deeply human idea that complete devotion to the well-being of others is not self-neglect, but a path to personal fulfillment and care. Blending ancient wisdom with modern practicality, John offers real-world methods for cultivating this expansive form of loving-kindness in everyday life.
Whether you’re new to meditation or deepening your spiritual path, this talk invites you to engage with loving-kindness not as a lofty ideal, but as a realistic and rewarding way to live.
Watch on for a rich discussion of insight, inspiration, and practical tools to help bring more compassion, connection, and authenticity into your life and the world around you.
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About John Bruna
John Bruna is the spiritual director and primary teacher at the Way of Compassion Dharma Center in Carbondale, Colorado. He is a former Buddhist monk of Gaden Shartse Monastery, transitioning from monastic life in 2012. During his transition back into the life of a lay practitioner, John sought guidance from Lama Alan Wallace and has been guided by his precious teachings since.
Way of Compassion Dharma Center: https://wocdc.org/
What is Ghatika Monthly?
Ghatika Monthly is an in-person and virtual gathering held on the 2nd Saturday of every month, in which CCR expert teachers offer accessible guidance in foundational yet transformative contemplative practices. Ghatika is the Sanskrit term for one 24-minute meditation session, which is a recommended length for beginning meditators. While most of the CCR’s expert teachers come from a Buddhist background, these sessions are designed to be secular, informative, and welcoming to beginning and advanced practitioners alike. At Ghatika Monthly, we hope to offer a taste of the contemplative technology that our full-time contemplatives cultivate for 8–12 hours per day at Miyo Samten Ling Hermitage in Crestone.
