- With Ted Jones

Insight Meditation for Beginners: A Retreat for Beginning and Newer Students - With Ted Jones

Sat 01/19/19 - 10:00am to 12:30pm

Insight meditation is a time-tested method of mind training that enables us to change our relationship to each moment’s experience, and thus our lives. In this retreat, specially designed for beginners and those with limited meditation experience, we will systematically explore (through sitting and walking meditation periods, teachings, and discussion) how to calm and steady the mind and see more clearly.  As we strengthen this capacity we begin to move from suffering and reactivity to responsiveness, freshness and ease. We learn how to touch and live in the mindful moment.

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- With Ted Jones

Introduction to Insight Meditation Drop-In Class - With Ted Jones

Tue 01/22/19 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

This class will include instruction, walking and sitting meditation, and time for discussion.  It is appropriate for those with little or no experience.  More experienced meditators are welcome as well to enjoy the group support and gentle guidance that will be provided.   This is a free offering and no registration is required.  Donations are happily accepted. 

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Practice Oriented Book Group (6 week series: 1/8-3/19)

Tue 01/22/19 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

This six-session group will focus on the application of mindfulness practice to the challenges of daily life. The book for this session is The Issue at Hand, Essays on Buddhist Mindfulness Practice, by Gil Fronsdal.  Gil is the primary teacher at the Insight Mediation Center in Redwood City, CA.  He writes clearly and simply about basic Buddhist principles and the application of mindfulness in our daily lives. These short essays will be an excellent guide to meditation practice and a foundation for discussion.  The Issue at Hand is available on Amazon- lots of used, inexpensive copies listed!

This group will meet every other Tuesday for six sessions. Pre-registration is required for the entire series before the first session.  Facilitated by sangha members Nancy Winkler and Margo Casey.

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Students will need access to a copy of the book The Issue at Hand, Essays on Buddhist Mindfulness Practice, by Gil Fronsdal, and will be expected to complete the readings in between group gatherings.

For the first session, the assignment is to read the Introduction and the first four chapters, through page 19. Please select a short passage to read to the group and share how the passage relates to your meditation practice. 

PRE-REQUISITE: At least one year of Insight Meditation practice or with permission of the instructor.

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- With Matthew Daniell

Thursday Morning Retreat - With Matthew Daniell

Thu 01/24/19 - 9:30am to 12:30pm

Thursday Half Day Retreats are designed to be flexible to personal schedules while offering the opportunity to deepen practice through periods of silent sitting and walking meditation. You may come for part, or all of this retreat.  While at the center, please adhere closely to the schedule and maintain silence.  Click here for retreat schedule.

Teacher Matthew Daniell leads the retreat and there will be minimal instruction offered as needed.  He will provide time for an optional teacher interview with each participant.  A bell will be rung to signal the rotation between silent sitting and walking meditation.  Cost: $25/nonmembers and $20/members  (Can be paid at the door with cash or check only.)

These practice periods are not suitable for complete beginners: An introductory meditation class or equivalent experience is strongly recommended before attending. Attendance is on a drop-in basis; no pre-registration is required.

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You can pre-register for this retreat on-line or pay at the door.  Pre-registration is not required.

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