![]() ![]() Since coming out of retreat he has completed his Master of Divinity degree at Harvard Divinity School. Lama Rod has done and continues to do his own work, every day, and it’s palpable. He asks audiences to call him out if he says anything that is perpetuating misogyny, racism or anything divisive. He reminds you that he too is human and a work in progress. ![]() Lama Rod delivers his knowledge in a way that says, I’m just like you, no better and no worse. He invites you into the cross sections of his life as a Black, queer male, born and raised in the South, and heavily influenced by the church and its community. Even when seated in front of a room, he’s next to you, sharing his stories and struggles with an openness vulnerability and gentle humor that makes you genuinely feel good about who you are, with all your flaws and foibles, you’re lovable and deserving of happiness and joy. His gentle, laid-back demeanor and willingness to bare his heart and soul makes others want to do the same. ‘Considered one of the leaders of the next generation of Dharma teachers, Lama Rod Owens has a blend of formal Buddhist training and life experience that gives him a unique ability to understand, relate and engage with those around him in a way that’s spacious and sincere. It just becomes very ordinary.” – Lama Rod Owens You begin to trust yourself more because you’re always in tune with your experiences…and that is what I love. Over the years of practice, you realize you’ve become a different person. That spaciousness is where liberation actually happens. It’s discipline and work, and I do it because the fruit is spaciousness this openness. “Dharma isn’t sexy, or glamorous for me…it’s just work. Lenz Foundation Distinguished Guest Lecturer in Buddhist Studies and American Culture and Values, Lama Rod Owens.Įpisode 17 – Lama Rod Owens: A Dialogue Between Love and Rage The newest episode of our university podcast, ‘MindfulU at Naropa University,’ is out now! We are very excited to announce this week’s episode features Naropa’s 2018 Frederick P. ![]()
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