• An ability to give open meditation instructions and short dharma talks in this approach
• An ability to demonstrate receptive listening qualities
  An ability to conduct an inter~view about a student’s meditation sitting and practice
• Show understanding of dependent arising, and other basic Buddhist teachings
• Exhibit ethical conduct
• Exhibit self-honesty
• Show a sincere desire to continue learning from your own experience
• Exhibit ability to be in relationship with students, short and long term
• Show responsibility in setting up appointments, groups, and events