Dharma Talks by Vanessa Zuisei Goddard

Fusatsu Talk: The Three Supreme Methods

How to make practice intimate and personal, from intention to dedication, one precious and perfect whole.

Fusatsu- Zuisei Goddard, Dharma Talk - Zuisei GoddardZuisei GoddardJuly 30, 2025S6, Path of Purification, Buddhaghosa, Patrul Rinpoche, zazen, Intention, Words of My Perfect Teacher, Bodhicitta, motivation, instruction

The Four Opponent Powers

How to take responsibility for our harmful actions, consistently and with compassion.

Fusatsu- Zuisei GoddardZuisei GoddardMay 3, 2025S6, fusatsu, atonement, repentance

The Unmaker of Measurement: Fusatsu Talk

A talk on taking refuge and the I as the maker of measurement.

Fusatsu- Zuisei GoddardZuisei GoddardMarch 26, 2025S6, fusatsu, renewal of vows, zazen, maker of measurement, uposatha, taking refuge, Three Treasures

Fusatsu Talk: Walking on the Ground of Reality

A talk—given on the heels of the US election—on the importance of staying grounded and clear in the face of difficulty

Fusatsu- Zuisei GoddardZuisei GoddardNovember 6, 2024s5, ground of reality, election, uposatha, day of observance, renewal of vows, atonement