Accident Update – Founding Teacher Dennis Warren
As you may be aware, SIM’s Founding Teacher was involved in a major accident on February 19 resulting in fractures of five (5) vertebrates and one (1) rib. He is […]
Entries by Sabitre
03/23/2023 “Let the Women Speak: Buddhist Inspiration and Wisdom” with Rich Howard
Women’s voices have brought inspiration and wisdom to our Vipassana/Insight tradition since the time of the Buddha.
03/16/2023 “How Perception and Memory Shape Experience” with Rick Maddock
How Perception and Memory Shape Experience – converging views from neuroscience and early Buddhist teachings
NOTICE: 3/9/23 Sit & Dharma Talk Switched to ZOOM Only
Important Announcement Tonight’s March 9th sitting meditation and dharma talk switched to ZOOM-Only Tonight’s Thursday, March 9th, 2023 regularly scheduled evening sitting meditation and dharma talk presentation by Seth Castleman […]
A Weekend Online Mini Retreat
We’re pleased to announce this online mini-retreat. Runs Friday 4/21 through Sunday 4/23. One hour morning & afternoon Zoom sessions. Guided meditations & mindfulness exercises. No prior experience necessary. Free […]
03/02/2023 “Cultivating the Five Spiritual Powers” with Tony Bernhard
The 37 wings of awakening are the set of interrelated mental qualities that cultivate Right View and lead to the cessation of suffering. The five spiritual faculties are listed twice, […]
02/25/2023 “Taking Inspiration from the Buddha’s Life” with Walt Opie
The Buddha represents the human potential to awaken that we all share. During this day of practice together, we will look at ways we can take inspiration from the life […]
02/23/2023 “How the Buddha Found the Path to Awakening” with Walt Opie
Before he discovered the path to awakening, the Buddha tried various ascetic practices in accord with the beliefs of his time in ancient India. One belief was that “happiness cannot […]
02/16/2023 “Revisiting Fundamentals: Clear Comprehension – The Buddha’s Guide to Making Good Choices” with Dennis Warren
Clear Comprehension, or “Clear Knowing,” is the Historical Buddha’s four (4) step process for making good choices. It can be used as a helpful tool during meditation and as a […]