5/15/2025 “Reflections on Time and Timeless Awakening” with JD Doyle
We will look at the timeless nature of the Dharma, exploring the question ~ What if time is part of the root of suffering? We’ll look at the impact of […]
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5/1/2025 “The Skandhas and the Four Foundations of Mindfulness” with Tony Bernhard
The skandhas and the four foundations of mindfulness map the same experiential territory. We’ll explore how seeing this can change our practice and point to a deeper understanding of not-self.
4/24/2025 “Falling in Love with Meditation Practice” with Walt Opie
At some point, hopefully we begin to fall in love with meditation and the inherent wisdom we gain from this path of practice. This means we really make it a […]
4/10/2025 “Practicing with Fire” with JD Doyle
Reflections on the fire element, how it shows up in us and in society, and suggestions for practice.
3/27/2025 “Practice As Discovery” with Dennis Warren
The Historical Buddha said that he taught only suffering and the end of suffering. While this sounds straightforward, the psychology, multitude of methods, and 1000s of the Buddha’s discourses can […]
3/20/2025 “Continuing the Conversation on SIM’s Future” with Rich Howard
Join us as we continue the conversation from our February 13th introduction to SIM’s Five-Year Plan and fundraising effort. This gathering will be an opportunity for the community to ask […]
3/13/2025 “Expect Nothing, Embrace Everything: A Path to Freedom” with Adam Stonebraker
What happens when we let go of expectations and open fully to life as it is? This talk explores the freedom that comes from releasing grasping and resistance, allowing us […]
2/27/2025 “Serenity & Insight” with Kodo Conlin
Each moment, the mind takes on an attitude, perspective, or way of seeing. These perspectives will often color our vision such that reality is missed and we see everything through […]
2/20/2025 “Yearning for Peace” with Diana Clark
All of us wish to live in peace, yet we sometimes find ourselves in conflict with others. What can we learn from the Buddha’s teachings on how to effectively work […]