Episode 505: Looking Into the World

Episode 505: “Looking Into the World”

In this episode Elizabeth reflects upon the provocative poem composed by the renowned contemporary teacher, Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, entitled, “Looking Into the World.”

“It’s not a cozy poem,” says Elizabeth, “It’s a reflection on loneliness. It is an incantation to distrust. It is a tribute to the freedom and confidence that comes from standing on our own two feet.” Put your familiar and conventional views aside for this wonderful exploration.

Poem used with permission: “Looking Into the World“ from Timely Rain, by Chögyam Trungpa, ©1972, 1983, 1998 by Diana J. Mukpo. Reprinted by arrangement with Shambhala Publications, Inc., Boulder, CO. www.shambhala.com.

Elizabeth Mattis Namgyel