Online Course
Engaging the Heart of Wisdom
Recordings and Reflections
Join a 3-week reflection journey with Zen teachers from around the world — a space to return to yourself.
A Message from Tatsudo Nicole Baden
Nicole shares what moved her most during the Engage the Heart of Wisdom Event — and why this online journey might be the start of something deep and personal for you.
This Course is For You, If
…you don’t want the teachings to fade into memory, but to anchor them in your life — with time, presence, and reflection.
…you long for more than just inspiration — you want integration. A gentle way to keep walking this path, step by step.
…you find comfort in revisiting wisdom, not rushing to the next thing — and value having guidance that meets you where you are.
…you know that clarity doesn’t come from more input, but from returning again and again to what truly matters.
What Participants Are Saying
Dear Nicole, dear everyone in the DA team,

I want to say how deeply grateful I am for the launch weekend of the Dharma Academy. I probably can't imagine what it took for you to prepare this event and all the effort you put into it - especially towards the end, given the challenging circumstances of Roshi’s stroke. I am so glad, he is recovering so well…. 

You all did an amazing job! It was so well-organized and highly professional, with such depth in the topics and a genuine connection to the people participating. The program was fantastic, with inspiring speakers addressing these important questions and issues. (And I’ve only heard part of it so far — looking forward very much to listen to the rest.) 

With a deep bow, gratitude and connectedness
Andrea
Dear Tatsudo Roshi, dear Dharma Academy‒ Team,

I am so grateful I could be a part of this wonderful event!
All of the lectures of the impressive teachers were inspiring and often very touching. The teachers all totally  incorporated the love, compassion and suchness they were talking about.

I m sure you already moved a lot in our common deep wish to help making things better.
The most important perception for me was that I first have to "work on my cusshion" with questions about my values, my daily interactions with my environment and to let suffering in.
To connect with everyone I met as if he/ she/ it were my spiritual teacher.
I thank you so much for all the work you did. It is very impressing how such an event already can really change a life‒ path.

Denise
Good People,
I especially found the panel discussion this afternoon to be quite profound in increasing my awareness of how self-compassion opens the door, dissolves the illusory curtain,
to holding the same compassion for another being. I was moved by Ryuten Paul Rosenblum Roshi’s 
succinct answer to my question about peeling back the curtain.
I will definitely be going over the videos of the weekend for further golden nuggets.

Paul
Dear Nicole, dear everyone in the DA team,

I want to say how deeply grateful I am for the launch weekend of the Dharma Academy. I probably can't imagine what it took for you to prepare this event and all the effort you put into it - especially towards the end, given the challenging circumstances of Roshi’s stroke. I am so glad, he is recovering so well…. 

You all did an amazing job! It was so well-organized and highly professional, with such depth in the topics and a genuine connection to the people participating. The program was fantastic, with inspiring speakers addressing these important questions and issues. (And I’ve only heard part of it so far — looking forward very much to listen to the rest.) 

With a deep bow, gratitude and connectedness
Andrea
Dear Tatsudo Roshi, dear Dharma Academy‒ Team,

I am so grateful I could be a part of this wonderful event!
All of the lectures of the impressive teachers were inspiring and often very touching. The teachers all totally  incorporated the love, compassion and suchness they were talking about.

I m sure you already moved a lot in our common deep wish to help making things better.
The most important perception for me was that I first have to "work on my cusshion" with questions about my values, my daily interactions with my environment and to let suffering in.
To connect with everyone I met as if he/ she/ it were my spiritual teacher.
I thank you so much for all the work you did. It is very impressing how such an event already can really change a life‒ path.

Denise
Here’s Everything You’ll Receive
Full Access to All Recordings
  • Deepen your understanding whenever you want. The recordings of all seven sessions are always available to you—on any device. Return to the teachings as much as you wish.
Bonus Live Lecture (if you join early)
  • Attend the exclusive live session “Engaging the Heart of Wisdom” Europe: June 13 U.S.: June 15
  • Recorded and included in your course access
Session Summaries
  • Each talk includes a clear written summary to help you reflect and revisit the key themes.
Key Takeaways & Practice Guidance
  • Every session distills: Essential insightsDaily life practices Glossary & resource listSupplementary study material
Email-Based Reflection Journey
  • You’ll receive 7 emails (one per session), offering prompts and gentle guidance to help you reflect and integrate at your own rhythm.
Lifetime Access
  • Return anytime. This is not a sprint it’s a sanctuary you can return to whenever life pulls you away.
Why Your Contribution Matters
We’re grateful you’re here whether you joined the event live or are now stepping into the teachings through this package.
This course is offered with care and commitment and your contribution helps us make it possible. It covers the cost of the teachers, production, and future offerings like this one.
When you purchase this package, you’re not just accessing teachings. You’re supporting the Dharma, the teachers who share it, and the sangha who receives it.
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