The Road To Freedom

The Road To Freedom

An Introduction to Meditative Inquiry

The intent of this program is to establish the basis for a radical inquiry into what it means to be human_; to question the very nature of our thought processes.

No doubt you have heard the expression, "Old age isn't for sissies!" Well—neither is youth or middle age! As we observe the level of political discourse, and are confronted with the irrational and violent behavior evidenced everywhere, it is clear that something is profoundly amiss in our functionality. Through the ages many individuals have addressed this issue—and a few have seen into and, perhaps even overcome the problem. Inevitably, it seems, this wisdom has been captured, the heart of it eviscerated, and the peripherals codified into a system of ritual and dogma. What is called for is not more knowl­edge, commandments, or clever thinking. The core principles that constitute the essence of all the great traditions can be clearly and logically seen without resort to any belief or dogma whatsoever. Our task, is to incorporate those principles into our behavior. This involves a profound and radical retraining of the nervous system. The process is utterly simple, extremely difficult, and entirely necessary if we are to be free and sane 'human' beings.

Schedule

We are a half-hour drive from Ojai. Please arrive before 10:000m. We will start by spending some time getting acquainted, followed by an introductory presentation and O&A. There wit be instructions in sitting meditation followed by a 20 minute sit, more O&A, dialogue. and presentation .The rest of the day will consist of presentation, 08,A, dialogue and sitting in no par­ticular order. A vegetarian lunch will be served at 100. The schedule will resume at 2:30.

Cost

There is no charge, donations are welcome and appreciated.

Last Word

This is a pilot program. If there is sufficient interest and the format seems effective we will offer it on a somewhat regular basis.