A Foundation for Happiness: Taming the Wild Elephant Mind
Midweek Modern Buddhism teachings on Buddhist psychology and ethical living, with guided reflection on actions of body, speech, and mind. Practical methods for calming the “wild elephant mind” and building a steadier foundation for happiness and integrity.
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A Sunday morning lecture series explores the Four Noble Truths with a modern Buddhism teacher, connecting everyday stress, sadness, and anger to practical methods for building inner strength, love, and joy.
A Sunday morning lecture series explores the Four Noble Truths with a modern Buddhism teacher, connecting everyday stress, sadness, and anger to practical methods for building inner strength, love, and joy.
A Sunday morning lecture series explores the Four Noble Truths with a modern Buddhism teacher, connecting everyday stress, sadness, and anger to practical methods for building inner strength, love, and joy.
A Modern Buddhism workshop on Lojong mind training—turning hardship into the spiritual path through contemplative teachings and guided meditation. Expect practical Buddhist methods for resilience, compassion, and working with difficult appearances.
A Modern Buddhism workshop on Lojong mind training—turning hardship into the spiritual path through contemplative teachings and guided meditation. Expect practical Buddhist methods for resilience, compassion, and working with difficult appearances.
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A Modern Buddhism talk and guided reflection on the long-term perspective of countless past and future lives, aimed at clarifying personal patterns and easing everyday worries. Emphasis centers on cultivating good intentions, loving people more, and choosing what truly matters.
A Modern Buddhism talk and guided reflection on the long-term perspective of countless past and future lives, aimed at clarifying personal patterns and easing everyday worries. Emphasis centers on cultivating good intentions, loving people more, and choosing what truly matters.
A Modern Buddhism talk and guided reflection on the long-term perspective of countless past and future lives, aimed at clarifying personal patterns and easing everyday worries. Emphasis centers on cultivating good intentions, loving people more, and choosing what truly matters.
A 30-minute guided sitting meditation with beginner instructions, followed by a short break, a 30-minute dharma talk, and an extended Q and A discussion. Attend at the MindSpring Building or online with muted audio during the practice and talk.
A 30-minute guided sitting meditation with beginner instructions, followed by a short break, a 30-minute dharma talk, and an extended Q and A discussion. Attend at the MindSpring Building or online with muted audio during the practice and talk.
A 30-minute guided sitting meditation with beginner instructions, followed by a short break, a 30-minute dharma talk, and an extended Q and A discussion. Attend at the MindSpring Building or online with muted audio during the practice and talk.
An online, free guided meditation class focused on a simple technique for uncovering inner happiness and cultivating spiritual awareness. Open to all as a standalone session or part of a longer spiritual journey series.
An online, free guided meditation class focused on a simple technique for uncovering inner happiness and cultivating spiritual awareness. Open to all as a standalone session or part of a longer spiritual journey series.
An online, free guided meditation class focused on a simple technique for uncovering inner happiness and cultivating spiritual awareness. Open to all as a standalone session or part of a longer spiritual journey series.
Free three-part weekly online webinar on the art and science of meditation for healthy living, blending clear technique instruction with dedicated sit time each session. Designed to build skills week to week while still working as standalone classes.
Free three-part weekly online webinar on the art and science of meditation for healthy living, blending clear technique instruction with dedicated sit time each session. Designed to build skills week to week while still working as standalone classes.
Free three-part weekly online webinar on the art and science of meditation for healthy living, blending clear technique instruction with dedicated sit time each session. Designed to build skills week to week while still working as standalone classes.
Guided teachings on strengthening meditation through patience and perseverance, with practical tips for building a steady daily practice. Emphasis on accessing calm and joy regardless of external circumstances as part of a supportive spiritual growth series.
Guided teachings on strengthening meditation through patience and perseverance, with practical tips for building a steady daily practice. Emphasis on accessing calm and joy regardless of external circumstances as part of a supportive spiritual growth series.
Guided teachings on strengthening meditation through patience and perseverance, with practical tips for building a steady daily practice. Emphasis on accessing calm and joy regardless of external circumstances as part of a supportive spiritual growth series.
Weekly in person or Zoom group sits centered on mindfulness practice in the insight meditation tradition. A steady, community oriented space for shared quiet practice and spiritual grounding.
Weekly in person or Zoom group sits centered on mindfulness practice in the insight meditation tradition. A steady, community oriented space for shared quiet practice and spiritual grounding.
Weekly in person or Zoom group sits centered on mindfulness practice in the insight meditation tradition. A steady, community oriented space for shared quiet practice and spiritual grounding.
Free three week online webinar series teaching the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with clear instruction and dedicated time to practice. Weekly sessions build skills while also standing alone for newcomers working through common meditation blockages.
Free three week online webinar series teaching the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with clear instruction and dedicated time to practice. Weekly sessions build skills while also standing alone for newcomers working through common meditation blockages.
Free three week online webinar series teaching the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with clear instruction and dedicated time to practice. Weekly sessions build skills while also standing alone for newcomers working through common meditation blockages.
Silent sits and continuous mantra practice guided by a long-time meditator, with time for sharing and Q and A. Includes gentle walking meditation in a yoga studio setting, with drop-in options and donation-based entry.
Silent sits and continuous mantra practice guided by a long-time meditator, with time for sharing and Q and A. Includes gentle walking meditation in a yoga studio setting, with drop-in options and donation-based entry.
Silent sits and continuous mantra practice guided by a long-time meditator, with time for sharing and Q and A. Includes gentle walking meditation in a yoga studio setting, with drop-in options and donation-based entry.
Informative, relaxing guided meditation webinar introducing a simple technique for reconnecting with your true nature. Explores why meditation is transformative, emphasizing inner peace, spiritual love, and practical steps for ongoing personal growth.
Informative, relaxing guided meditation webinar introducing a simple technique for reconnecting with your true nature. Explores why meditation is transformative, emphasizing inner peace, spiritual love, and practical steps for ongoing personal growth.
Informative, relaxing guided meditation webinar introducing a simple technique for reconnecting with your true nature. Explores why meditation is transformative, emphasizing inner peace, spiritual love, and practical steps for ongoing personal growth.
Interactive online class exploring how to identify a competent spiritual guide and why personal mentorship matters in meditation practice. Part of a spiritual awareness series, with discussion geared toward building a grounded, long term path.
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A free 30 minute evening meditation circle designed for moms seeking calm, balance, and a consistent home practice. Meet online to pause from hectic schedules, share experiences, and build a supportive community routine.
A free 30 minute evening meditation circle designed for moms seeking calm, balance, and a consistent home practice. Meet online to pause from hectic schedules, share experiences, and build a supportive community routine.
A free 30 minute evening meditation circle designed for moms seeking calm, balance, and a consistent home practice. Meet online to pause from hectic schedules, share experiences, and build a supportive community routine.
Calming guided meditation for mental clarity and emotional wellbeing, using breath awareness, mindfulness, and visualization to cultivate presence and inner calm. The evening closes with a deeply restorative sound healing session designed for all experience levels.
Calming guided meditation for mental clarity and emotional wellbeing, using breath awareness, mindfulness, and visualization to cultivate presence and inner calm. The evening closes with a deeply restorative sound healing session designed for all experience levels.
Calming guided meditation for mental clarity and emotional wellbeing, using breath awareness, mindfulness, and visualization to cultivate presence and inner calm. The evening closes with a deeply restorative sound healing session designed for all experience levels.
Interactive online session exploring the physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits of clearing mental “toxins,” with practical reflection on building a plan for lasting change. Book-based discussion centered on Rajinder Singh’s Detox the Mind and cultivating inner peace.
Interactive online session exploring the physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits of clearing mental “toxins,” with practical reflection on building a plan for lasting change. Book-based discussion centered on Rajinder Singh’s Detox the Mind and cultivating inner peace.
Interactive online session exploring the physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits of clearing mental “toxins,” with practical reflection on building a plan for lasting change. Book-based discussion centered on Rajinder Singh’s Detox the Mind and cultivating inner peace.
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A free online talk and guided reflection inspired by Rajinder Singh’s book Detox the Mind, focused on identifying “mental toxins” and building a daily practice for lasting peace, happiness, and joy. Part 3 of a four-part webinar series.
A free online talk and guided reflection inspired by Rajinder Singh’s book Detox the Mind, focused on identifying “mental toxins” and building a daily practice for lasting peace, happiness, and joy. Part 3 of a four-part webinar series.
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Online, twice-monthly modules dive into Vajrayana and Great Perfection (Dzogchen), unpacking Tibetan Buddhist principles and how empowerments work. A reflective study and practice series focused on mind training, self-understanding, and integrating insights into daily life.
Online, twice-monthly modules dive into Vajrayana and Great Perfection (Dzogchen), unpacking Tibetan Buddhist principles and how empowerments work. A reflective study and practice series focused on mind training, self-understanding, and integrating insights into daily life.
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A free online webinar exploring concentration techniques to strengthen meditation focus and steadiness of attention. Welcoming, spiritually oriented instruction framed as part of the Science of Spirituality Spiritual Awareness series.
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Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist teachings with group sharing to support healing from addiction and other addictive tendencies. A compassionate Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, mutual accountability, and freedom from suffering.
Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist teachings with group sharing to support healing from addiction and other addictive tendencies. A compassionate Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, mutual accountability, and freedom from suffering.
Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist teachings with group sharing to support healing from addiction and other addictive tendencies. A compassionate Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, mutual accountability, and freedom from suffering.