A three-day non-residential retreat at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. Spirit Rock Listing. For most of us, our introduction to Buddhist teachings came through the words of contemporary writers who were giving us their understanding of Buddhism. This can make the teachings accessible to a modern audience. But as we go deeper into Buddhist practice, we […]

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

A half-day Buddhist recovery retreat practicing meditation and exploring recovery themes. Information and Registration

Meditation and dharma talk.

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

In this weekend retreat we will look at connections between Buddhist teachings and Twelve Step recovery work. The retreat will include periods of meditation, lecture, discussion, and interactive exercises. Register for Shambhala Mountain Center.

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

Mindful Recovery: Moving Beyond the Addiction to Self. Hazelden Listing and Registration Twelve Step literature says that selfishness and self-centeredness are at the root of our addictions. Buddhist teachings show how clinging to an illusory self causes stress, agitation, and frustration. In this retreat, we will learn ways to loosen our ties to this destructive […]

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

The Buddha said craving is the cause of suffering. Twelve Step programs work with the deepest forms of craving – our addictions. How can these traditions work together? Click here to register. Join us for a unique meditation retreat combining traditional Buddhist practices with Twelve Step work. Using silent insight meditation, mindful dialog exercises, Chi […]

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps This five-day retreat is a unique opportunity to work in an intensive way to open and deepen your recovery. Click here to register Over these days we will work the Twelve Steps using Buddhist teachings and practices through meditation, lecture, discussion, interactive and written exercises. […]

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

Dharma and Recovery: Deepening Our Spiritual Path Register Here The Buddha said craving is the cause of suffering. Recovery programs work with the deepest forms of craving. How can these two traditions come together to deepen our recovery and our spiritual life? Through a combination of traditional and contemporary Buddhist meditation practices, interactive exercises, lecture, […]

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

The Buddha said craving is the cause of our suffering. 12-step programs work with the deepest forms of craving: our addictions. If the common denominator of 12-step programs and Buddhism is our relationship to craving, how can these two traditions work together to enhance the recovery process and reduce our suffering? Register Whether you are […]

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

The Buddha said craving is the cause of suffering. Twelve Step programs work with the deepest forms of craving – our addictions. How can these traditions work together? Southern Dharma Website to Register. Join us for a unique meditation retreat combining traditional Buddhist practices with Twelve Step work. Using silent insight meditation, mindful dialog exercises, […]

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

In this evening talk, Kevin will introduce the themes of his latest project, how to live with wisdom and open-heartedness in the world. Drawing from the early Buddhist teachings on loving-kindness, he will talk about the challenges of living in harmony, free from ill-will and attachment. Insight San Diego Listing  

Living Kindness: Buddhist Teachings for a Troubled World Lovingkindness, or metta, is sometimes depicted as a simple “open your heart and love everybody” practice, but a closer look at the Buddha’s teachings reveals a more complex and nuanced picture. In a time of great conflict and contention in our society, it can be extremely valuable […]

Morning meditation and talk from 10am-12pm. Afternoon retreat exploring Buddhism and the 12 Steps, 2-5pm. Information on the Dharma Bums schedule.

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

Join us for the 14th Annual retreat at Vajrapani Institute, Boulder Creek, CA. Registration opens, June, 2017. To receive an application, contact Greg Pergament: wakanmonk@aol.com. See the flyer The Buddha said craving is the cause of suffering. Twelve Step programs work with the deepest forms of craving – our addictions. How can these traditions work […]

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

The Buddhist Recovery Summit 2017, organized by the Northwest Dharma Association, in conjunction with the Buddhist Recovery Network, will be held at Gwinwood Retreat Center in Lacey, Washington on the weekend of October 20-22, 2017. The summit is open to anyone interested in Buddhist recovery. Space is quite limited, so it is important to confirm […]

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

This three-day non-residential retreat at Spirit Rock Meditation Center is a unique opportunity to work in an intensive way to open and deepen your recovery. Register Here Daily schedule: 9:30am-4:30pm, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Over these three days we will work the Twelve Steps using Buddhist teachings and practices, through meditation, lecture, discussion, interactive and […]

A five-day intensive Step retreat. Work the Steps with the "Buddhism & The Twelve Steps Workbook," learn mindfulness meditation, and connect with others in recovery. There will be time to attend Kripalu yoga classes, enjoy spa treatments, and relax in the beautiful Berkshires. More Information and Registration Buddhism & The Twelve Steps Workbook

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

Dharma and Recovery Meditation and talk on the intersection of Buddhist teachings and 12 Step recovery.

Dharma and Recovery Daylong meditation retreat exploring the intersection of Buddhism and 12 Step recovery. The day includes meditation instruction, discussion, lecture, and interactive exercises.

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

At the intersection of mindfulness practice and the Twelve Step process is a deep, rich path to recovery and a return to joyful living. In recent years, the blend of mindfulness and recovery has brought hope, inspiration, and change to many thousands of those in recovery. Register Here Through a range of contemplative practices, including […]

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

Keep Coming Back: Dharma, Recovery, and Renewal Our Dharma practice and our recovery program each rest on the foundation of intention and commitment. One day at a time and one breath at a time, we keep coming back to the present moment and to our wish to be free. This daylong retreat will focus on […]

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

Living Kindness: Buddhist Teachings for a Troubled World Register Here Loving-kindness, or metta, is sometimes depicted as a simple “open your heart and love everybody” practice, but a closer look at the Buddha’s teachings reveals a more complex and nuanced picture. In a time of great conflict and contention in our society, it can be […]

Sunday morning meditation and dharma talk.

Meditation and Dharma Talk Living Kindness: Buddhist Teachings for a Troubled World In a time of great conflict and contention in our society, it’s helpful to look to the Buddhist teachings on loving-kindness for guidance. In this evening talk, Kevin will introduce the themes of his latest project, how to live with wisdom and open-heartedness […]

Reading from new edition "One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps" Powell's Books, 3723 SE Hawthorne Blvd., Portland, OR 97214

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

On this weekend one day will be devoted to Dharma and Recovery and the other to Living Kindness. To register and learn where to attend, contact Greg Pergament at wakanmonk@aol.com.

This group meets at the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. […]

Living Kindness: Buddhist Teachings for a Troubled World In a time of great conflict and contention in our society, it’s helpful to look to the Buddhist teachings on loving-kindness for guidance. In this evening talk, Kevin will introduce the themes of his latest project, how to live with wisdom and open-heartedness in the world. Drawing […]

Living Kindness: Buddhist Teachings for a Troubled World Loving-kindness, or metta, is sometimes depicted as a simple “open your heart and love everybody” practice, but a closer look at the Buddha’s teachings reveals a more complex and nuanced picture. In a time of great conflict and contention in our society, it can be valuable to […]

Reading and book signing, "One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps."

Reading and discussion of the new edition of One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps.

This group meets on the second Friday of each month to explore the intersection of recovery with Buddhist teaching and practices. Held on an ongoing basis, we welcome people who identify with any of the full range of addictions – from substances, to behaviors, to habitual thought and emotional patterns. Each gathering begins with a […]

Meditation and Dharma talk. New book, "Living Kindness: Buddhist Teachings for a Troubled World" will be available. Reading and signing.

Living Kindness: Buddhist Teachings for a Troubled World Insight Meditation Central Valley Flyer Loving-kindness, or metta, is sometimes depicted as a simple “open your heart and love everybody” practice, but a closer look at the Buddha’s teachings reveals a more complex and nuanced picture. In a time of great conflict and contention in our society, […]

Meditation and dharma talk.