Open Doors Day at Zen Kannon Next Sunday, May 25, we’re holding an Open Doors Day at the Zen Kannon Meditation Center. We want this to be a special day of welcome, connection, and discovery. It’s undoubtedly a great opportunity to get to know our space, the practice of Zen meditation, and the community that…
Meditation for Peace We invite you to take part in the Meditation for Peace organized by the Zen Kannon community on May 25th as part of the Festa Major of the Dreta de l’Eixample 2025. Zazen for World Peace We believe that practicing Zazen now is the best way to contribute to Peace. We all…
Urban Retreat in June in Barcelona – Zen Meditation, Zazen The Zen Kannon Center of Barcelona invites you to participate in a new urban Zen meditation retreat, zazenkai, taking place on June 7th and 8th. This is an opportunity to deepen your Zen practice without leaving the city. We offer a space of silence and…
Fuse is a Japanese word that in Zen Buddhism refers to the practice of dō, generosity, or selfless giving. It comes from the Sanskrit word dāna, which is one of the six perfections (pāramitās) of the bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism. Giving without expecting anything in return Fuse is not just about giving material or immaterial…
A Scientific Study on the Zen Personality Can we talk about being a zen person? Or having a zen personality? It’s worth noting that in France, the expression “Être zen” (To be zen) has become fashionable. A whole range of self-help books can be found that offer lessons on how to “be zen” in just…
Concentration and observation are like the right leg and the left leg with which the mind walks during zazen. A path that overcomes the obstacles of drowsiness and agitation (Kontin and Sanran), avoiding stagnation and confusion. In this article, we will explore this crucial concept in the Zen teachings of Taisen Deshimaru and provide guidelines…
Meditation, Dopamine, and Serotonin Zen meditation is an ancient practice that, in addition to being a spiritual path for introspection and self-knowledge, has a direct impact on brain function. Various studies have shown that this form of meditation can influence the production of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin, which are closely linked to feelings…
In the practice of zazen, the seated meditation in Zen Buddhism, there are two main obstacles that can hinder concentration and mental serenity: kontin and sanran. According to the teachings of Taisen Deshimaru, these two mental states divert the practitioner from full awareness and the depth of zazen. What is Kontin? Kontin can be translated…
Effects of Meditation on Pain Tolerance Meditation and pain have a very special relationship for Zen practitioners. On the one hand, we cannot ignore that sometimes we feel discomfort, and even pain, from sitting for long periods in the zazen posture during retreats. On the other hand, however, we have the feeling that meditation changes…
What is Meditation? Today there is a vast array of meditation offerings—there are guided meditation classes, meditation retreats, guided meditation apps for mobile devices, … but not everything among these offerings can truly be considered meditation. But finally, understanding what meditation is can make a big difference. If we want a simple and straightforward definition,…
