Mindfulness Meditation · Fluidity
This week’s meditation session is led by Sharon Salzberg and the theme is Fluidity.
Padmasambhava with his Eight Manifestations, Hayagriva, flanked by Yeshe Tsogyel, and Shantarakshita; Tibet; ca. 16th century; Copper alloy; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2003.51.1
This sculpture depicts the great Tantric Buddhist master Padmasambhava. His main form sits in the center, with the primordial Buddha Samantabhadra directly above him and a protector deity below. Padmasambhava is flanked by two figures, presumably his consort Yeshe Tsogyal and the monk Shantarakshita, who both helped Padmasambhava establish Buddhism in Tibet. The eight different forms of Padmasambhava represent his ability to adapt to any challenge that came his way.
Sharon Salzberg is a meditation pioneer, world-renowned teacher, and New York Times bestselling author. She was among the first to bring mindfulness and lovingkindness meditation to mainstream American culture over 50 years ago, inspiring generations of meditation teachers and wellness influencers. Sharon is cofounder of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA, and the author of 14 books, including the New York Times bestseller Real Happiness, now in its second edition, and her seminal work, Lovingkindness. Sharon’s podcast, The Metta Hour, has amassed eight million downloads and features interviews with thought leaders from the mindfulness movement and beyond.
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