A Fortunate Rebirth…  A talk and discussion on what rebirth means, both in the future and in this lifetime, with Diane Wilde. Raphael Calix will share his own story of rebirth as a former “lifer” in prison and the changes that came with his mediation practice. Diane Wilde will lead a Dharma talk/discussion on rebirth, […]

Morning Meditation with Laura Rosenthal All are welcome to this open sitting for anyone interested in starting their morning out by sitting with others. The session involves a 40-45 minute sitting, a limited about of meditation guidance, and a few comments at the end of the sitting to set a theme for moving into the […]

In the Buddha’s Words:  Approaching the Dhamma “It is fitting for you to be perplexed, O Kalamas.” These words spoken by the Buddha to the citizens of Kesaputta ring true for us today. How do we approach the teachings of the Buddha, when there are so many competing spiritual, philosophical, and secular teachings, so many […]

Morning Meditation with Diane Wilde All are welcome to this open sitting for anyone interested in starting their morning out by sitting with others. The session involves a 40-45 minute sitting, a limited about of meditation guidance, and a few comments at the end of the sitting to set a theme for moving into the […]

The Arising Of Wisdom Through Engaging “The Five Aggregates” – Part 2 Sit & Dharma Talk with SIM Founding Teacher Dennis Warren. Wisdom (Insight), from a Buddhist perspective, arises from “hearing” (listening to the Dharma), study and reflection capped by non-conceptual direct experience. This formula involves intentionally focusing the mind and attention on a number […]