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Aloka Vihara Forest Monastery: Ayya Santussika's most recent Dharma talks
Ayya Santussika, in residence at Karuna Buddhist Vihara (Compassion Monastery), spent five years as an anagarika (eight-precept nun), then ordained as a samaneri (ten-precept nun) in 2010 and as a bhikkhuni (311 rules) in 2012 at Dharma Vijaya Buddhist Vihara in Los Angeles. Ayya Santussika was born in Illinos in 1954 and grew up on a farm in Indiana. While being a single mother, she received BS and MS degrees in computer science and moved with her two children to the San Francisco Bay Area. She worked as a software designer and developer for fifteen years. Her search for deeper meaning and wa...
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Ayya Santussika: Technique Questions 06.06.2026 53:58
(Cloud Mountain Retreat Center) Techniques in the practice take many different forms. Some questions include how to work with grief after recent death of one's mother, how to deal with sloth and torpor, how to do walking meditation, etc.
Ayya Santussika: Reflection on Life Force Energy 06.06.2026 1:32:27
(Cloud Mountain Retreat Center) Developing skill and sensitivity to life force energy or chi can support development on the path to awakening. Here are some reflections on how that might happen.
Ayya Cittananda, Ayya Santussika: The Joy of Entering the Sanctuary 05.06.2026 1:15:50
(Cloud Mountain Retreat Center) The introduction to the retreat with introductions, descriptions, taking refuges and precepts, and calling the devas. The Dhamma talk starts at 34 minutes. Tonight we are entering the sanctuary of this amazing forest and beautiful buildings where so many people have come to practice over these many years. We are also entering the sanctuary of physical safety and sec...
Ayya Santussika: The Buddha Changed My Life! | Ayya Santussikā 30.05.2026 1:24:12
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, comments, questions and responses was offered on May 30, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - DHAMMA TALK 42:56 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES
Ayya Anandabodhi, Ayya Santacitta, Ayya Santussika: Practicing with the Sound of Silence (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 19.05.2026 44:08
(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) A journey through the possibilities of practice.
Ayya Santussika: Settling into the Sound of Silence (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 19.05.2026 39:11
(Spirit Rock Meditation Center)
Ayya Santussika: Kindly Communicating With Your Mind: Love is Your True Home 16.05.2026 1:31:33
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on the 16th of May, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 0:00:14 - GUIDED MEDITATION 00:23:08 - DHAMMA TALK 0:44:45 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES
Ayya Santussika: Without Grasping: How do we take care of this body and mind, and the people around us, and the world as far as we have influence without grasping? 09.05.2026 1:26:40
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on the 9th of May , 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!”
Ayya Santussika: Dhammapada Verses 129-145 Violence 09.05.2026 1:51:46
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) Dhammapada Verses 129-145 Violence The text can be found here: https://suttacentral.now/dhp129-145 Look for Ācāriya Buddharakkhita version.
Ayya Santussika: Shattering Ignorance | Ayya Santussikā 25.04.2026 1:25:02
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on April 25, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - GUIDED MEDITATION 21:52 - DHAMMA TALK 50:42 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES
Ayya Santussika: It's Right Now: Letting Go in the Present 18.04.2026 1:30:07
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on April 18, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - 22:50 Guided Meditation 22:50 - 45:00 DHAMMA TALK 45:00 - 1:30:00 COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES
Ayya Santussika: Refuge Rocket Fuel: Reflections from Winter Retreat 04.04.2026 1:29:55
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on 4th of April, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:43 - Guided Meditation 28:09 - DHAMMA TALK 57:28 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply the Dhamma to Disease & Death DN 16.31, 34-36 The Buddha’s Last Words | Ayya Santussikā 28.03.2026 1:49:09
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on March 28, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” Also included at the end is a sharing of a document titled "Practices for Before, During and After Dying." The document was created by Ayya Santussikā and includes suggestions on how to prepare for when you are dying and what frien...
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply Dhamma to Disease and Death SN 35.74 Sick & SN 41.10 Seeing the Sick 21.03.2026 1:28:28
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on 21st of March, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - Guided Meditation 26:15 - DHAMMA TALK (SN 35 74 Sick1st) 42:56 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES 1 54:55 - DHAMMA TALK (SN 41 10 Seeing the Sick) 1:06:12 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES 2 From January 4th to April 2n...
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply Dhamma to Disease and Death AN 6.56 With Phagguna | Ayya Santussikā 14.03.2026 1:28:56
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on March 14, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - WELCOME 01:09 - GUIDED MEDITATION 23:09 - DHAMMA TALK 47:31 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES From January 4th to April 2nd 2026 the regularly scheduled Saturday morning program taught by Ayya Santussika, will take many of...
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply the Dhamma to Disease and Death SN 36.7 The Infirmary (1st) | Ayya Santussikā 07.03.2026 1:29:07
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on March 7, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:05 - GUIDED MEDITATION 20:56 - DHAMMA TALK 51:40 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES From January 4th to April 2nd 2026 the regularly scheduled Saturday morning program taught by Ayya Santussika, will take many of the suttas refere...
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply the Dhamma to Disease and Death SN 55.3 With Dīghāvu & SN 55.54 Sick | Ayya Santussikā 28.02.2026 1:28:33
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on February 28, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:25 - GUIDED MEDITATION 22:14 - DHAMMA TALK (SN 55.3 WITH DĪGHĀVU--PT 1) 28:25 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES (SN 55.3 WITH DĪGHĀVU--PT 1) 45:11 - DHAMMA TALK (SN 55.3 WITH DĪGHĀVU--PT 2) 54:30 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPO...
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply Dhamma to Disease and Death MN 143 Advice to Anāthapiṇḍika | Ayya Santussikā 21.02.2026 1:30:26
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on February 21, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - DHAMMA TALK : - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES From January 4th to April 2nd 2026 the regularly scheduled Saturday morning program taught by Ayya Santussika, will take many of the suttas referenced in "Mindfully Facing...
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply the Dhamma to Disease and Death SN 3.22 Grandmother and 47.13 With Cunda l Ayya Santussikā 14.02.2026 1:42:20
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) From January 4th to April 2nd 2026 the regularly scheduled Saturday morning program taught by Ayya Santussikā, will take many of the suttas referenced in "Mindfully Facing Disease and Death" by Bhikkhu Anālayo as their basis. For those who want to dive deeply into this material, you may want to read the book as we discuss the suttas, listed below. Jan 10 SN 22.1 Nakula’s F...
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply Dhamma to Disease and Death AN 10.60 With Girimānanda | Ayya Santussikā 07.02.2026 1:33:28
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on February 7th, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - GUIDED MEDITATION 27:34 - DHAMMA TALK 1:15:56 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES From January 4th to April 2nd 2026 the regularly scheduled Saturday morning program taught by Ayya Santussika, will take many of the suttas...
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply Dhamma to Disease and Death SN 22.89 With Khemaka 31.01.2026 1:32:37
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on 31st of January, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - GUIDED MEDITATION 21:27 - DHAMMA TALK 58:47 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply Dhamma to Disease and Death SN 22 88 With Assaji 24.01.2026 1:34:57
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on 24th of January, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” From January 4th to April 2nd 2026 the regularly scheduled Saturday morning program taught by Ayya Santussika, will take many of the suttas referenced in "Mindfully Facing Disease and Death" by Bhikkhu Anālayo as their basis...
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply Dhamma to Disease and Death: An Arrow SN 36.6 17.01.2026 1:33:28
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on 17 January, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!” 00:00 - GUIDED MEDITATION 19:37 - DHAMMA TALK 56:14 - COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & RESPONSES From January 4th to April 2nd 2026 the regularly scheduled Saturday morning program taught by Ayya Santussika, will take many of the suttas ref...
Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply the Dhamma to Disease and Death SN 22.1 Nakula's Father 10.01.2026 1:40:13
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara) From January 4th to April 2nd 2026 the regularly scheduled Saturday morning program taught by Ayya Santussika, will take many of the suttas referenced in "Mindfully Facing Disease and Death" by Bhikkhu Anālayo as their basis. For those who want to dive deeply into this material, you may want to read the book as we discuss the suttas, listed below. Jan 10 SN 22.1 Nakula’s F...
Ayya Santussika: Finding Freedom through Friendship and Faith 03.01.2026 1:25:58
(Karuna Buddhist Vihara)
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