All About the Mind: Buddhist Psychology and Epistemology
Daylong Retreat with Gus Cutz
Sun Oct 22, 10:30am–3:30pm EDT ONLINE
“All that we are is the result of what we have thought: it is founded on our thoughts, it is made up of our thoughts.” –The Dhammapada
The mind is the only thing we are constantly and directly engaged with. Our mental experiences, such as perception, emotion, mood, understanding, concentration, and distraction, not only color our moment-to-moment realities but also constitute them. And while we can understand the brain objectively using the latest imaging technologies, we know our minds primarily by studying our own subjective experience.
The Buddha taught extremely sophisticated methods for understanding and exploring the mind. Come learn about and try these powerful methods in this special retreat all about the mind, from Buddhist epistemology (the study of how we know what we know) and psychology to Mahamudra, one of Tibetan Buddhism’s most profound methods for discovering the ultimate nature of the mind. By better understanding our minds, we can learn how to develop our innate potential for limitless happiness, wisdom, and compassionate lovingkindness!
This retreat is the culminating event for All About the Mind: Buddhist Psychology and Epistemology, though all are welcome to join.
Important Note
This is an online-only event that is administered using Zoom.
After registering, the system automatically sends a confirmation and/or a receipt email that contains the Zoom meeting link and/or other instructions. If you don’t immediately receive the system email(s) or you have any other questions, please contact us at registration@shantidevanyc.org.
*Zoom is an interactive video-conferencing tool that allows participants to see one another and ask questions. You will need a computer, a tablet or a smartphone with the Zoom application to attend. If you are using Zoom for the first time, please login earlier to allow any necessary installations on your device.
Schedule
| 10:30-10:45 | Welcome and Motivation |
| 10:45-11:30 | Session |
| 11:30-11:45 | Break |
| 11:45-12:15 | Session |
| 12:15-12:30 | Walking Meditation |
| 12:30-1:30 | Lunch Break |
| 1:30-2:00 | Q&A |
| 2:00-2:30 | Session |
| 2:30-2:45 | Break |
| 2:45-3:15 | Session |
| 3:15-3:30 | Dedication and conclusion |
Registration
Suggested: $30 per session
Other offering options: free, $5, $15, $45
The suggested amount helps support teacher offerings and expenses, direct costs and rent. Shantideva member benefits will apply automatically if you have a membership in MindBody.
Time zone: US Eastern Daylight Time (GMT/UTC-4)
For questions regarding registration, please email registration@shantidevanyc.org for assistance.
Dana for the Teacher
About the Teacher
Gustavo Cutz is an FPMT-certified teacher and has been an active volunteer with Shantideva Center since 2008. Gus has been the facilitator for Discovering Buddhism since 2012 and he explains complex material with simplicity, making the Buddha’s teachings practical and always accompanied with enthusiasm and a delightful sense of humor.
In addition, Gus facilitates the Debate Club and leads one day retreats. He has also taught Dharma topics at other spiritual centers. He is working on interpreting and summarizing Geshe Thubten Soepa’s teachings on several topics such as the Four Noble Truths, the eight worldly concerns, and the six perfections.
Gus previously worked as an editor at Wisdom Publications in Boston. Presently he works as a clinical psychologist and practices on Long Island.
