This is Where I Tell You About Myself :)

Hello, dear friend,

My name is Tal Sadeh. I live in Israel. I’m a mother to two wonderful girls, a student of Buddha-Dharma, a member of Rigpa - a Buddhist organization and school - and a meditation practitioner.

Discovering Meditation with a Chance Invitation 

At 38, when I became a mother for the second time, an unexpected curiosity about meditation arose within me totally out of the blue. It was an unfamiliar and foreign concept back then. No one in my circles practiced meditation, and the only spiritual tradition I was exposed to was Judaism, which I found unconvincing.

My journey began with a chance invitation to a weekend retreat in northern Israel, not far from where I live. It coincided with the time my youngest had just weaned from breastfeeding. I had no idea what to expect. It was one of those rare moments where you say "yes" to something completely out of character, only to realize in hindsight that something profound had drawn you there.

The Humbling Lessons of Studying the Dharma

Years of studying the Dharma have taught me a humbling truth: the more I learn, the more I recognize how little I truly understand. This isn’t because the teachings are overly complex—they are, in fact, remarkably simple. It’s my mind that complicates things. My thoughts, emotions and the way I resist acknowledging the true nature of things create endless tangles and confusion.

A Book That Inspires and Guides 

An invaluable companion on this path has been The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying by Sogyal Rinpoche, who became my root teacher. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to everyone, regardless of age or stage in life. It offers not just an introduction to Tibetan Buddhist wisdom but also a profound guide for navigating life and death. It’s a source of solace during difficult times, confusion, and loss—a book overflowing with love, wisdom, and compassion.

The Gifts of Meditation: Love, Resilience, and Joy

Meditation has brought countless gifts into my life: joy, confidence, understanding, a gentler heart that judges less and loves more, patience, resilience, and a deep sense of reassurance. It has helped me navigate life with greater compassion and clarity.

I’m truly delighted to share these sources of inspiration with you. My hope is that they encourage you to embark on, or continue with courage, your own journey of exploring the nature of reality.

“All we are is our thoughts,” said the Buddha. “With our thoughts, we make the world.”

May your thoughts be your path beyond thought.

Warm regards,

Tal Sadeh