To download this talk, right-click and select ‘save audio as’ or select the 3-dot menu to the right of the speaker icon.
If there is a goal in meditation practice, perhaps it could best be described as inner transformation of the heart. In Satipatthana Meditation: A Practice Guide, Buddhist scholar Bhikkhu Analayo writes, “Meditation practice should result in an improvement in the way we are, how we relate to others, and how we deal with outer circumstances.” He also describes this as “a genuine opening of the heart to the qualities of kindness and compassion.” During this talk, we will explore this further, with the aid of stories and poems, and perhaps discover ways it might manifest in our own experience.
https://sactoinsight.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/SIM-logo-trans.png00David Guerrierihttps://sactoinsight.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/SIM-logo-trans.pngDavid Guerrieri2026-04-02 22:00:002026-04-02 21:15:364/2/2026 “Inner Transformation” with Walt Opie
Daylong Retreat with Visiting Teacher Tony Bernhard
For biographical details of the teacher Tony Bernhard, click here.
Note – The retreat schedule of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm is currently tentative.
About This Hybrid Retreat
The teacher will present in-person at the Dharma Center. Participants may attend this Hybrid event via Zoom or in-person at the SDC.
Pre-registration is required and we recommend you pay the registration fee in advance using the registration button shown below. Since your registration choice indicates if you’ll be attending via Zoom or in-person, registering early helps us determine how many people the meditation room should accommodate.
mm/dd/2026 – Registration opens approximately six weeks prior to the start of the daylong.
07/25/2026 – Attend and enjoy the wonderful retreat.
07/25/2026 – For registration after the retreat, send a message to the registrar to arrange payment.
Registration
$25 – $50 Registration fee
After registration opens, select one of the following registration “ATTEND” buttons to indicate if you’ll be attending via Zoom or in-person. The fee is $25.00 per person due before the start of the event. If you are able and interested in further supporting SIM financially, you have the option of a registration fee of either $35 or $50 dollars. For the registration fee, we also accept personal checks. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; please contact the registrar for more information. Before registering for this event, please click here to review SIM’s Registration Refund Policy.
After we receive your registration payment, SIM will confirm your registration within 48 hours. Thanks for your patience.
If you need to contact the retreat registrar with any questions, click here.
Teacher Dana
Sacramento Insight Meditation events are sustained by the generosity of instructors in offering teachings freely and on the generosity of students and members of the meditative community in the form of financial support, service and participation in events. With our practice of dana, we support our Sangha. To make a donation for this event using a credit card or PayPal account, click here to DONATE ONLINE.
How to Attend Remotely via Zoom
The link to attend the retreat via Zoom appears in three places: The Zoom link is on this page – select the button “Join Retreat Online” to connect to the meeting.
The Zoom link is included in the automated email sent with your “Attend on Zoom” registration.
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For biographical details of the teacher Diana Clark, click here.
Becoming Available: A Day of Mindfulness, Receptivity and Ease Practice is not always about trying harder. Sometimes it is about becoming available.
About This Hybrid Retreat
The teacher will present in-person at the Dharma Center. Participants may attend this Hybrid event via Zoom or in-person at the SDC.
Pre-registration is required and we recommend you pay the registration fee in advance using the registration button shown below. Since your registration choice indicates if you’ll be attending via Zoom or in-person, registering early helps us determine how many people the meditation room should accommodate.
06/27/2026 – Attend and enjoy the wonderful retreat.
06/27/2026 – For registration after the retreat, send a message to the registrar to arrange payment.
Registration
$25 – $50 Registration fee
After registration opens, select one of the following registration “ATTEND” buttons to indicate if you’ll be attending via Zoom or in-person. The fee is $25.00 per person due before the start of the event. If you are able and interested in further supporting SIM financially, you have the option of a registration fee of either $35 or $50 dollars. For the registration fee, we also accept personal checks. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; please contact the registrar for more information. Before registering for this event, please click here to review SIM’s Registration Refund Policy.
After we receive your registration payment, SIM will confirm your registration within 48 hours. Thanks for your patience.
If you need to contact the retreat registrar with any questions, click here.
Teacher Dana
Sacramento Insight Meditation events are sustained by the generosity of instructors in offering teachings freely and on the generosity of students and members of the meditative community in the form of financial support, service and participation in events. With our practice of dana, we support our Sangha. To make a donation for this event using a credit card or PayPal account, click here to DONATE ONLINE.
The link to attend the retreat via Zoom appears in three places: The Zoom link is on this page – select the button “Join Retreat Online” to connect to the meeting.
The Zoom link is included in the automated email sent with your “Attend on Zoom” registration.
https://sactoinsight.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Diana-Clarkx400.jpg400400Sabitrehttps://sactoinsight.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/SIM-logo-trans.pngSabitre2026-04-02 16:25:272026-06-01 16:35:16(Hybrid) Daylong Retreat – Diana Clark – Becoming Available: A Day of Mindfulness, Receptivity and Ease
To download this talk, right-click and select ‘save audio as’ or select the 3-dot menu to the right of the speaker icon.
SIM’s mission is to integrate meditative awareness into all aspects of daily life. The core faculty will explore this topic together on this evening. Walt, Diane, and Rich will reflect on their own daily life practices and leave plenty of time for reflections from the community.
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The SIM Board of Directors meets every month and all are welcome. If you can’t attend this meeting, please join us for one of our other up-coming meetings. For details on contacting any of the board members, click here.
President Board of Directors
AmyK@sactoinsight.org
Hybrid (in-person and online)
3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM) Sacramento,
CA
95826United States
The SIM Board of Directors meets every month and all are welcome. If you can’t attend this meeting, please join us for one of our other up-coming meetings. For details on contacting any of the board members, click here.
President Board of Directors
AmyK@sactoinsight.org
Hybrid (in-person and online)
3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM) Sacramento,
CA
95826United States
The SIM Board of Directors meets every month and all are welcome. If you can’t attend this meeting, please join us for one of our other up-coming meetings. For details on contacting any of the board members, click here.
President Board of Directors
AmyK@sactoinsight.org
Hybrid (in-person and online)
3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM) Sacramento,
CA
95826United States
Join online meeting: https://zoom.us/join or join by phone at 1-669-900-6833 ( Meeting ID: 895 2162 7007 and Passcode: 933142) For tips and instructions to join the meeting, click here to check this news blog.
Hybrid (in-person and online)
3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM) Sacramento,
CA
95826United States
4/2/2026 “Inner Transformation” with Walt Opie
Audio DharmaIf there is a goal in meditation practice, perhaps it could best be described as inner transformation of the heart. In Satipatthana Meditation: A Practice Guide, Buddhist scholar Bhikkhu Analayo writes, “Meditation practice should result in an improvement in the way we are, how we relate to others, and how we deal with outer circumstances.” He also describes this as “a genuine opening of the heart to the qualities of kindness and compassion.” During this talk, we will explore this further, with the aid of stories and poems, and perhaps discover ways it might manifest in our own experience.
(Hybrid) Daylong Retreat with Tony Bernhard
Online Remote, RetreatJuly 25 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm PDT
Daylong Retreat with Visiting Teacher Tony Bernhard
For biographical details of the teacher Tony Bernhard, click here.
About This Hybrid Retreat
Summary of Important Dates
Registration
After registration opens, select one of the following registration “ATTEND” buttons to indicate if you’ll be attending via Zoom or in-person. The fee is $25.00 per person due before the start of the event. If you are able and interested in further supporting SIM financially, you have the option of a registration fee of either $35 or $50 dollars. For the registration fee, we also accept personal checks. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; please contact the registrar for more information.
Before registering for this event, please click here to review SIM’s Registration Refund Policy.
After we receive your registration payment, SIM will confirm your registration within 48 hours. Thanks for your patience.
April Daylong registration
$25.00 – $50.00
Registration not open yetQuestions for the Registrar?
If you need to contact the retreat registrar with any questions, click here.
Teacher Dana
Sacramento Insight Meditation events are sustained by the generosity of instructors in offering teachings freely and on the generosity of students and members of the meditative community in the form of financial support, service and participation in events. With our practice of dana, we support our Sangha. To make a donation for this event using a credit card or PayPal account, click here to DONATE ONLINE.
How to Attend Remotely via Zoom
Hybrid (in-person and online)
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
(Hybrid) Daylong Retreat – Diana Clark – Becoming Available: A Day of Mindfulness, Receptivity and Ease
Online Remote, RetreatJune 27 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm PDT
Daylong Retreat with SIM Teacher Diana Clark
For biographical details of the teacher Diana Clark, click here.
Becoming Available: A Day of Mindfulness, Receptivity and Ease
Practice is not always about trying harder. Sometimes it is about becoming available.
About This Hybrid Retreat
Summary of Important Dates
Registration
After registration opens, select one of the following registration “ATTEND” buttons to indicate if you’ll be attending via Zoom or in-person. The fee is $25.00 per person due before the start of the event. If you are able and interested in further supporting SIM financially, you have the option of a registration fee of either $35 or $50 dollars. For the registration fee, we also accept personal checks. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; please contact the registrar for more information.
Before registering for this event, please click here to review SIM’s Registration Refund Policy.
After we receive your registration payment, SIM will confirm your registration within 48 hours. Thanks for your patience.
June Daylong registration – Attend in-person
$25.00 – $50.00
Attend In-personJune Daylong Registration – Attend on Zoom
$25.00 – $50.00
Attend on ZoomQuestions for the Registrar?
If you need to contact the retreat registrar with any questions, click here.
Teacher Dana
Sacramento Insight Meditation events are sustained by the generosity of instructors in offering teachings freely and on the generosity of students and members of the meditative community in the form of financial support, service and participation in events. With our practice of dana, we support our Sangha. To make a donation for this event using a credit card or PayPal account, click here to DONATE ONLINE.
How to Attend Remotely via Zoom
Hybrid (in-person and online)
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
3/26/2026 “Practice in Daily Life” with Diane Wilde, Rich Howard, & Walt Opie
Audio DharmaSIM’s mission is to integrate meditative awareness into all aspects of daily life. The core faculty will explore this topic together on this evening. Walt, Diane, and Rich will reflect on their own daily life practices and leave plenty of time for reflections from the community.
Three-Day Teacher Weekend with Walt Opie
NewsJoin us for a 2026 teacher weekend! This is a wonderful opportunity to practice with Walt and get to know him better. We hope you can join us!
SIM Board of Directors Meeting
Board MeetingAugust 10 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm PDT
The SIM Board of Directors meets every month and all are welcome. If you can’t attend this meeting, please join us for one of our other up-coming meetings. For details on contacting any of the board members, click here.
President Board of Directors
AmyK@sactoinsight.org
Hybrid (in-person and online)
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
SIM Board of Directors Meeting
Board MeetingJuly 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm PDT
The SIM Board of Directors meets every month and all are welcome. If you can’t attend this meeting, please join us for one of our other up-coming meetings. For details on contacting any of the board members, click here.
President Board of Directors
AmyK@sactoinsight.org
Hybrid (in-person and online)
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
SIM Board of Directors Meeting
Board MeetingJune 8 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm PDT
The SIM Board of Directors meets every month and all are welcome. If you can’t attend this meeting, please join us for one of our other up-coming meetings. For details on contacting any of the board members, click here.
President Board of Directors
AmyK@sactoinsight.org
Hybrid (in-person and online)
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk – Seth Castleman – Mindful Non-violence
Online Remote, Weekly MeditationJuly 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm PDT
Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with SIM Teacher Seth Castleman
For biographical details of the teacher Seth Castleman, click here.
Offer a Teacher Donation
Seth Castleman will receive at least 75% of your donation.
Use the following donate button and select Talk Jul 2 – Seth from the dropdown list.
How to Attend Remotely
Join online meeting: https://zoom.us/join or join by phone at 1-669-900-6833
( Meeting ID: 895 2162 7007 and Passcode: 933142)
For tips and instructions to join the meeting, click here to check this news blog.
Hybrid (in-person and online)
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
(Onsite) Maranasati (8 of 12)
Study GroupAugust 16 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm PDT
This is part of an twelve month course lead by SIM’s community teacher Diane Wilde. For course details or to make a teacher donation while participating in the course, visit Maranasati: Mindful of Death, Alive to Life.
Hybrid (in-person and online)
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States