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She has been practising in the Insight tradition since 1995 and is mentored by Insight teacher Sharda Rogell. Below are some of her recorded talks and guided meditations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5da38c5d36d57d0062ed550a/3fd875e7-2dac-4f5b-a1ae-c9c8a24a305a/A-Nando-signal-2022-07-24-14-46-13-927-650x433.jpg Recordings - Ajahn Nando Ajahn Nando ordained as a monk in the Forest Tradition of Thailand in 2008. Originally from Winnipeg, he has been offering teachings since moving back home temporarily earlier this year. 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