Experiencing Insight
The Defining Characteristic of Theravada/Vipassana Buddhism
This is a three-month course facilitated by SIM Founding teacher Dennis Warren (click here for his biography).
Overview
Experiencing Insight changes our perception and understanding of ourselves, others, and the world around us. It is the fundamental pre-condition to development on the path. Insight leads to a more expansive, inter-connected, caring and satisfying life.
This course will explore:
- The nature of Insight and how it arises;
- The differences and similarities between experiential, intellectual and “therapeutic” insight;
- Traditional Insights considered to be foundational to “liberating” the mind and heart; and
- Practices & methods to develop Insight in meditation and daily life;
Format
This course involves seven (7) ninety (90) minute on-line sessions every other week, and an in-person one-day retreat. Participants will receive an essay, recorded dharma talk or other resource material before each session, as well as specific Insight practice recommendations for use between sessions.
Qualifications for Participation
Completion of SIM’s Beginning Meditation course, or equivalent experience; an affirmative desire to learn how to experience Insight and integrate it into your own life; and a commitment to actively work with recommended Insight practices between each on-line session and participate in each on-line session.
Meeting Schedule 2024
Tuesdays every other week on-line only sessions from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM meeting September 3,17, October 1, 15, 29, November 12, and 26.
In-Person One Day Retreat: Saturday, November 30, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Registration
The course involves a registration fee of $50 with an option to offer an additional donation. Registration opens 6/27/24 and closes 8/16/24. On June 27th, a Register Now button will appear on our calendar [ CLICK HERE ].
If you have any questions for the teacher or otherwise, contact the course registrar, click here.