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BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY SUMMER SCHOOL at AMIDA FRANCE

July 26, 2010 to July 30, 2010
BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY SUMMER SCHOOLCaroline and David BrazierThis five day programme will offer in introduction to Other-Centred therapy which has its roots in Buddhist understandings of mental process. Through seminars, teaching sessions, experiential exercises and group time, David and Caroline Brazier will introduce the ideas which they have developed through their shared teaching and writing.Background reading for this week (optional):Caroline Brazier Other-Centred Therapy (O-Books 2009)…See More
Jan 20, 2010
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About Me:
I am an immigration paralegal living and working in the Silicon Valley area of California. My involvement with Buddhism goes back to the mid-1970s. I recently completed my BA with a specialty in Buddhist psychology.
Faith Background & Affiliation
Buddhist - currently sit with Shambhala group
Occupation or Primary Activity
Immigration Paralegal
Involvement in Spirituality/Religion
Lived at Rinzai Zen retreat for 18 months in the 1970s, then lived in San Francisco Zen Center community for a few more years. Currently invoved with the Shambhala group in my neighborhood.
What is your interest in Amida Trust
I am a great fan of the work you are doing and would like to keep up . I am exploring the possibility of entering the Foundation Certificate course.
What country are you living in?
USA
What is the nearest town to where you live? If in UK, please give first half of your postcode. Thank you.
Palo Alto, California
Are you a member of an Amida group/Congregation
not at the moment
Have you visited
None of these
What can you offer to other members of this network?
A place to stay
What other interests do you have, eg Arts, Gardening and so on.
I am interested in art-making and writing.

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