"Perhaps contact Liberation Prison Project.They have accessible material/resources for this.I completed 2 Ngondro practices while in prison,I also agree with Jasons' comment that a Rime teacher may be helpful to those embarking on the vajrayana…"
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- did15years in N.C.prisons,released in '06,been meditating sicce'99,continue to write prisoners intrested in dharma,volunteered at Milarepa Tibetan Buddhist Center.Working with 12 step program and intrested in building projects that help those labeled "social outcasts"looking to network with others who can help in development of a Buddhist styled transition house to benefit those that face difficulties upon release.
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Another great trip!!!
Posted on September 5, 2008 at 9:53am 1 Comment 0 Favorites
This weekend I was blessed to attend teachings by the wonderful Ven.Robina Courtin.In a style like only Robina can do ,she taught with skillful means ,to the mostly Western audience.It was quite a contrast in the teaching style experienced with Lama Zopa Rinpoche ,but no less valuable.I find great inspiration from Ven.Robina ,who was kind enough to visit me several times during my incarceration.The work she does is of great importance.Liberation Prison Project did in fact furnish me with the… Continue
Visit from Lama Zopa Rinpoche!!!!!!
Posted on August 5, 2008 at 9:52am 2 Comments 0 Favorites
Tashi Delek! Ihad the rare opportunity to visit Kadampa Center in Raleigh,NC.Attending teachings by Lama Zopa.Kadampa Center has a branch of Liberation Prison Project.Who were insturmental in bringing the Dharma to me in prison and out.I'll try and get some photos uploaded to this Blog soon.I had attembted to ride a bicycle from Greenville,SC to Raleigh NC approximately 264 miles.I experienced difficulties but Karma allowed me to attend anyway.I would like to get some insight into how to get a… Continue
post release practioner
Posted on July 14, 2007 at 8:59am 4 Comments 0 Favorites
Tashi Delek!To all here.Let me share some of the trials & tribulations from this practioner.I found my release from prison after 15 years to be quite an adjustment .After being cared for so long I found living alone to be a very difficult task{no distractions!!!!].Even doing retreat in the hole has a good many distractions that became familiar to me and thus an attachment grew on a very subtle level.though I've adjusted fairly well it has taken time.I belive that anyone who has done over 5… Continue
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- At 12:51am on March 29, 2009,
Joy Harmon said… - Mark----I hope it wasn't me that dropped the ball on this, but I am still interested in taking on a PenPal from the prison system......you mentioned that you knew someone who is looking for a penpal. Would you like to try to hook us up? If that person is already connected with someone else, I am open to another contact if you are aware of any????
Thanks again for recognizing the preciousness of ALL humans, no matter who they are or what they have done a..nd the need for all of us to support each other.
joyfully
- At 10:20am on February 7, 2009, Joy Harmon said…
- Yes! I think I am ready to make a commitment to at least one other human person by LISTENING TO THEIR WORDS and RESPONDING WITH MY HEART!
What do you think is needed for prisoners to have more access to people who want to support them in this way. Maybe there is something we can do to make this more available to people in and out of prison. Kind of like a Monopoly Board, free access to "Just Visiting"......joyfully
- At 1:17am on February 7, 2009, Joy Harmon said…
- Mark: Sorry it's taken so long for me to get back to you. I'm delighted to see how involved you are and how much you have to offer from personal experience.....I am happy to connect with you and begin to participate more intently in this project......I have been busy with other things and now am more available. Am considering being a penpal. What do you think???? Joy
- At 1:37pm on August 7, 2008,
Debra Nickels said… - Thanks Mark. Unfortunately I am going to be out of town.
Palms together,
Debra
- At 9:51am on August 6, 2008,
Hannah said… - Hi Mark,
Thanks for your comment. I am glad to read of your active practice and share your interest in providing support for anyone who is, has been or is soon to be incarcerated. Keep up the good work.
In Bon,
Hannah
- At 7:51am on July 18, 2008,
David Machles said… - HI Mark, Yes I remember. I continue to work with Andre at Nash and am looking at beginning work at a youth facility this fall. I look forward to seeing you again.
David
- At 1:15pm on April 9, 2008,
Lisa said… - Dear Mark -
I am a member of the Shambhala Center of Washington. DC, and a student at the University of Mary Washington, in Virginia, finishing a bachelor's degree in leadership theory with a concentration in organizational behavior. I will graduate in May 2008 at the age of 41.
For many several now, I have followed the work of the Prison Dharma Network. I am writing at this time because I am doing a research paper and presentation for one of my classes, and the topic I have chosen is the impact of prison meditation programs. The project will discuss the benefits of meditation, as documented by recent medical research, describe existing prison meditation programs, and provide insight into the impact of these programs, as reported by participants.
As an ex-prisoner and meditation practitioner, I would like to interview you about your experiences, specifically how you came to meditate and how you feel it has impacted you.
Please feel free to contact me via email (LaughingRiver@gmail.com) or telephone (703-975-2725).
Many thanks!
Lisa
- At 6:22pm on December 3, 2007,
mmeyrow said…
- Hey Mark;
Contact me at KLC, it's Miles
- At 5:49pm on November 6, 2007,
Kelly said… - Coincidentally enough i was thinking of moving to vermont to try to study at the buddhist center there, perhaps evolve my hiking "retreats" there as well, not sure yet? are you involved with the center there? and do you have any suggestions about the area that i could do some research on?
- At 5:43pm on November 6, 2007, Kelly said…
- Thanks for your comment....
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