Successors 6-Day Big Mind Facilitator Training

Zoom Video Conference

Friday-Sunday April 21-23  &  Friday-Sunday  April 28-30, 2023

This is the first 6-Day Training that is being offered in two 3-day weekend modules, in order to accommodate the schedules of people who would not otherwise be able set aside as many weekday work days, and for those who want to join in from outside the U.S.

Another new feature of the Training being offered for the first time is the Facilitation Focus Discussion Groups, daily meetings exploring the opportunities and challenges of using Big Mind Facilitation in three specific ‘real life’ contexts, hosted by facilitators experienced with using the Big Mind process in those fields:

• Zen teaching and personal practice
• Psychotherapy / coaching / counseling
• Workplace / organization and other professional settings.

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The Big Mind Process, which has been acclaimed by philosopher Ken Wilber as “arguably the most important and original discovery in the last two centuries of Buddhism,”  has helped thousands of people from all walks of life and spiritual backgrounds to have a genuine, sustainable awakening and live more purposeful, joyful lives.

Since Genpo Roshi created it in 1999, many spiritual teachers and lay persons have studied with him to learn this remarkably powerful means of bringing about an awakened experience. The process continues to evolve as a uniquely skillful way of working with others and for self-exploration.  Roshi’s unparalleled mastery and ceaseless exploration and innovation make Facilitator Trainings journeys of discovery for both new and experienced practitioners.

This 6-Day Training is designed for those who want to apply Roshi’s insights and teachings to better their own life and the lives of others.  It is an opportunity to work intensively in a relaxed and intimate format with him and serious fellow-practitioners.  Since a Big Mind Facilitator cannot take anyone beyond their own level of consciousness, we are necessarily concerned first and foremost with our own personal development and deepening our practice with the process. So the daily schedule includes a two-hour session with Roshi, a period of personal practice, feedback and guidance in small groups, and discussions of using Big Mind in different settings.

Reflections from participants at recent trainings:

“An amazing experience. I felt so connected to everyone. It’s wonderful to get to work with Roshi without having to travel. And I can join the work of others from up close and personal. I’m so grateful. Roshi’s teachings are always fresh and new.” — M.M. 

“It was a transformational experience, both in the teaching sessions with Roshi and in the practice triads. There was a very good balance between practice, teachings, and being able to receive Roshi’s priceless feedback and facilitation. The interaction with diverse people from different countries and cultures enriched the overall experience; the voices worked were very interesting and profound, and gave me key insights about relevant life issues.” — A.G. 

“The most powerful tool for transformation that I have ever encountered is the Big Mind teachings of Genpo Roshi, and the most powerful way to experience and assimilate the Big Mind process is the Facilitator training. I was astonished to find that the live online version of the Training we just completed was no less impactful than the face-to-face sessions I had attended in the past.” — B.G.

“I’ve known Roshi for about 12 years and it surprises me how the teachings keep evolving.  It’s a wonderful experience to connect with the group and bring to life the wisdom of the collective. The Big Mind process has definitively changed my life.” — S.J. 

Daily Schedule  (Mountain Daylight Time)

First Weekend

Friday April 21:

• Orientation:   11:30 am - 12:00 pm
• Roshi teaching:   12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
• Facilitation Focus Groups:  2:30 – 3:30 pm

Saturday April 22:

• Small Group Facilitation Practice:   8:30 – 10:30 am
• Follow-up session with Successor Teachers:  10:30 - 11:00
  
• Roshi teaching:   12:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Facilitation Focus Groups:  2:30 – 3:30 pm

Sunday April 23:

• Small Group Facilitation Practice:   8:30 – 10:30 am
• Follow-up session with Successor Teachers:  10:30 - 11:00
  
• Roshi teaching:   12:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Facilitation Focus Groups:  2:30 – 3:30 pm
  
  

Second Weekend

Friday April 28:

• Small Group Facilitation Practice:   8:30 – 10:30 am
• Follow-up session with Successor Teachers:   10:30 - 11:00
  
• Roshi teaching:   12:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Facilitation Focus Groups:  2:30 – 3:30 pm
  

Saturday April 29:

• Small Group Facilitation Practice:   8:30 – 10:30 am
• Follow-up session with Successor Teachers:  10:30 - 11:00
  
• Roshi teaching:   12:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Facilitation Focus Groups:  2:30 – 3:30 pm

Sunday April 30:

• Small Group Facilitation Practice:   8:30 – 10:30 am
• Follow-up session with Successor Teachers:  10:30 - 11:00
  
• Roshi teaching:   12:00 am – 2:00 pm

Participants are also encouraged to sit one hour each day at a time of their own choosing

Participants will receive a copy of Genpo Roshi's book, Big Mind Big Heart, and a PDF of the 2022 edition of his Big Mind Facilitator Training Manual upon registering for the Training. In addition, all recordings of the sessions will be made available to participants following the event.

For more information and background on the Facilitator Training, see here.