In this series of talks, Daizan Roshi eloquently introduces the practice of Zen - why it's important in this modern world, what benefits it has, how to do it, and how to commit to it. He also answers some commonly asked questions.

After you've watched this first talk (of 3), explore more in the series using the links below.

Question: What if I feel pain when meditating?
http://youtu.be/Kr3xufdLmY0

Question: What does it mean to separate ourselves from suffering?
http://youtu.be/pkMYB_ulBFM

Talk 2 - healing the split between little old me and big old Universe
http://youtu.be/lvcNFsNnawc

Talk 3 - How we can come home
http://youtu.be/58uzpQzuZ18

Getting started with your meditation
http://youtu.be/tOj0pmcq9sA

Making the commitment to practise
http://youtu.be/-3Vx5JL_myk