the 12 Step Buddhist

A Buddhist’s Insight into the 12 Steps of Recovery

Darren Littlejohn — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 00:16:37 +0000

I embrace the teaching of mindfulness; I abstain from substances and actions that lead to intoxication and heedlessness. This precept counsels us to cultivate mindful consumption and sobriety and to abstain not only from drugs, alcohol, and other intoxicating substances, but also to avoid anything that has toxic effects, such as pornography; certain films, television programs, books, magazines, foods, and activities (like gambling or enabling another person’s addiction); or even some conversations. Keeping this precept benefits our own mental, spiritual, and physical health, and promotes our families’ and communities’ well-being, too.

12-Step Buddhist Third Annual Winter Retreat @ Breitenbush Feb 3-5, 2012

Darren Littlejohn — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 02:45:25 +0000

Early Bird Registration has ENDED…but there are still a few spaces remaining for our Third Annual Winter Retreat for 2012 at Breitenbush Hot Springs. We always have such an amazing time with so many great people from coast to coast. To reserve your space, register ASAP. The price is still super reasonable compared to

Yoga Gratitude

Darren Littlejohn — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:49:56 +0000

Hello Yogis,Here’s my guest blog on the Core Power Yoga site. I tried to write about the gratitude I feel for the studios, teachers and the practice. Feel free to leave a comment on the site:

http://www.corepoweryoga.com/OurCommunity/Blog/tabid/359/PostID/281/Guest-Blogger-How-CorePower-Yoga-Changed-My-Life.aspx

My face was down on the mat, soaked in sweat from the past 45 minutes of Hot

Interview on Recovery Radio

Darren Littlejohn — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:08:38 +0000

This is my recent interview on Recovery Radio. It went well. Let me know what you think.

http://www.myhealthyrecovery.com/Darren%20Littlejohn%2012%20Step%20Buddhist.mp3

Core Power to the Core – Part One: How I Got Into Yoga

Darren Littlejohn — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 22:23:43 +0000

The studio in NW Portland was packed with sweating, half naked, beautiful people. I fell over about six times trying to keep up. The heat was unbearable. I had to lay on the ground to catch my breath. But something kept pushing me back up to join the class. Call it pride, call it internal drive. Call it what you will but the motivation took hold of me. I powered through the class - something that I've since discovered is the exact opposite of a good way to go.

Shamanic Healing and Aspects of Self

Darren Littlejohn — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:27:49 +0000

Today I had another healing session with my shaman, Rosemary Beam. She asked me to speak from the voice of the part of me is unforgiving to other parts. What I learned is that one side is powerful and strong and unwilling or unable to feel much else besides anger. This side can be harsh and rigid and keeps the "self" from having full, healthy relationships. Another side is open, intuitive and vulnerable.

about.me

Darren Littlejohn — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 20:41:36 +0000

About.me This is a very cool new Social Media one stop page. Grab your own name while it’s still available!

5000 days (in a row).

Darren Littlejohn — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 21:05:50 +0000

It's easy to talk spiritual trips when all is well. It's a mother to live the teachings when your guts churn from the inside out, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, month after month. It's hard when you hurt people you love. It's real hard when someone asks you how you're doing in public and you break down crying, unable to catch a breath. Pain is deep. Samsara is beginningless.

Darren Littlejohn on BBS Radio’s Zany Mystic Show

Darren Littlejohn — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:59:29 +0000

Darren Littlejohn on BBS Radio’s Zany Mystic Show This interview appears in four parts on Youtube.

PLS

Darren Littlejohn — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 07:09:20 +0000

Positive Level Shit