“I Feel More Comfortable When I’m Tense” One insight that unfolds in many layers is how we hold, brace, and defend against experiences that make us feel vulnerable, uncertain, confused […]
“The warmth of the community, the commitment to practicing the Buddha’s teachings, and the generosity of SIM is felt each time I engage with the sangha as a teacher. I […]
In this talk we will explore ways that Wisdom and Heart practices inform each other, along with practical applications in our daily life practice.
Dear sangha members, As a member of the Sacramento Insight Meditation community and past member of the SIM Board of Directors I’m thinking about the many things that need to […]
Presenters: Amy Kovak, David Guerrieri, Diane Wilde, Dennis Warren, and Rich Howard In this special presentation, we will look at the historical roots of SIM’s evolution, the concepts behind the […]
Once again SIM is happy to support the Adopt-a-Family fundraiser. Since 1985, Saint John’s Program for Real Change has supported more than 30,000 formerly homeless women and children, providing them […]
“Be a lamp unto yourselves and strive forward with diligence” is one of the translations of the last words the Buddha uttered to his grieving disciples as he achieved paranibbana, […]
“Noting” or “Naming” is the practice of making a soft mental note to highlight the present experience that is unfolding in meditation or in daily life. It has a number […]
After a long break, the SDC-sponsored Climate Sangha will begin meeting again each month in the library and on Zoom. The Sangha meets on the third Wednesday of each month […]