On November 8, Myoan Grace Schireson will be part of a panel discussion on the topic of "Feminism and Religion in the 21st Century." For more information: Continue Reading »
"Zen Women" - December 15, 2010 Grace speaks on the pivotal role of women in the Zen movement, on News10's "Sacramento & Co." Continue Reading »
[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Grace Schireson discusses the women ancestors document at recent SZBA meeting. Photo by Alan Senauke."][/caption] From Grace Schireson The national teachers’ group, Soto Zen Buddhist Association (SZBA), approved a document honoring ... Continue Reading »
The following article appeared in Shambala Sun, Sept 2010 When an idea arises, just wake up. Sitting zazen is the dharma gate of bliss and repose. —Dogen-zenji, Fukanzazengi Sitting meditation, called zazen in the Zen tradition, ... Continue Reading »
Thursday, 9/2/10 (WOMEN, SPIRITUALITY) Guest: Grace Schireson Author/Psychologist/Zen abbess Topic: It’s all about ZEN WOMEN Grace Schireson, PhD., is a clinical psychologist specializing in women and families, as well as an ordained Zen Abbess and ... Continue Reading »
By Catherine Seigen Spaeth “Two frogs were dropped in a bowl with steep sides and full of milk – the very smart frog realized that there was no way to get out, and said ... Continue Reading »
I had the chance recently to sit down with Denny Smithson of KPFA Radio to discuss my book, Zen Women: Beyond Tea Ladies, Iron Maidens and Macho Masters. I will also return to ... Continue Reading »
Recently I have been teaching from the case Seijo and her Soul are Separated. In this case (#35 in the Mumonkan, Gateless Gate) a woman’s feelings of family obligations conflict with her passion ... Continue Reading »
In Zen Women male Zen Masters show their more playful human side with female disciples. Zen women challenge Zen teachers differently, and we learn about the many aspects of wisdom’s expression. “A nun ... Continue Reading »
I wanted to talk about my view of the essential ingredient of Zen practice while on or off the meditation cushion–honesty. We tend to squirm when we encounter something unpleasant about ourselves–we look ... Continue Reading »