1/30/2025 “What is the Middle Way?” with Kim Allen
The Buddha used the term “middle way” a bit differently than we do in everyday language. It is not splitting the difference, staying safely in a “middling” zone, or even the […]
Entries by David Guerrieri
1/23/2025 “The Bias of Perception” with Walt Opie
In this talk we will explore how our perceptions are often conditioned by many assumptions, beliefs, habits, desires, attachments, misconceptions, resentments, and more. Through mindfulness practice, we can even begin […]
1/9/2025 “The Beauty of Beginnings” with Diana Clark
The new year often stirs a focus on “beginnings.” How might we align this fresh outlook with our practice and life in a way that feels uplifting and free?
12/12/2024 “Embracing the Dark, Inviting the Light: Winter Solstice Talk” with Heather Sundberg
Near the time of Winter Solstice, this reflection will include teachings on the importance of ritual in our spiritual lives, plus stories, songs, poetry and teachings of the Buddha on […]
11/21/2024 “The Factors of Momentum in Practice” with Dennis Warren
Momentum – the sense that the Dharma is taking hold and guiding us forward – is essential to our development as practitioners. It is key to experiencing confidence, satisfaction and […]
11/14/2024 “The Courage to Be Vulnerable” with Diane Wilde
Vulnerability is a scary word. We believe that if we become vulnerable, we will lose control of the narrative that has defined ourselves, our judgements… our control over our lives. Our […]
11/7/2024 “Lessons from the Last Days of the Buddha” with Walt Opie
In the Maha-parinibbana Sutta, we learn what occurred during the last few months of the Buddha’s life. We will explore a few episodes from this sutta and examine some of the Buddha’s […]
10/31/2024 “Dharmette: Equanimity” with Rich Howard
EQUANIMITY PHRASES from SIM Senior Teacher John Travis: May I accept things as they are.May I remain in peace, and let go of expectations.May I find the inner resources to […]