Sacramento Dharma Talk: Living Kindness
Sacramento Buddhist Meditation Group 3111 Wisseman Dr, Sacramento, CA, United StatesMeditation and dharma talk on "Living Kindness: Buddhist Teachings for a Troubled World."
Meditation and dharma talk on "Living Kindness: Buddhist Teachings for a Troubled World."
On this daylong retreat we will explore ways to connect our Buddhist mindfulness practice with recovery and the Steps. The day will include meditation instruction, lecture, discussion, and small group work. The retreat is open to people with any interest in addiction and recovery.
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 […]
Description We will be joined by Kevin Griffin, who is 35 years sober and specializes in helping people in recovery connect with meditation and a progressive understanding of the 12 Steps. Kevin will lead us through a meditation and share his experience in teaching and cultivating a personal 11th step mediation practice. We will also […]
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. […]
Insight Meditation Retreat Conscious Contact and Mindful Recovery with Kevin Griffin and Jill Satterfield Greg Pergament (Chi Kung) and Walt Opie (assistant teacher) April 27 - May 4, 2019 at the Vajrapani Institute, Boulder Creek, CA See Flyer Join us for this traditional Insight Meditation retreat with opportunities to delve deeply into the noble silence […]
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 evening will include guided meditation, Q&A, and a discussion of mindfulness and recovery.
This daylong workshop will explore "living kindness," the topic of Kevin's latest book. We'll look at early Buddhist teaching on love, and how these apply to our own lives. The day will include meditation, small group work, lecture, and Q&A.
Guided meditation and a short talk on the purpose and value of mindfulness in our lives.
Meditation and dharma talk with the Die Hard Recovery group.
Join us for a unique meditation retreat combining traditional Buddhist practices with recovery work. Primarily conducted in silence, the retreat focuses on insight/mindfulness meditation, with additional interactive exercises, lecture, and meetings exploring ways that Buddhism and the Steps can complement each other. The emphasis will be on bringing mindfulness to all our activities, whether in formal […]
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. […]
Public talk entitled "Are Recovering Addicts Different from Other Buddhists?" Part of the Global Conference on Buddhism. Check event website for time and location of 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 […]
In this three-day non-residential retreat, we will go through all 12 Steps using my "Buddhism & The 12 Steps Workbook." The first morning is devoted to silent meditation practice, sitting and walking. Then each session will have lecture, discussion, and small group work. Here is a link to the registration pain: https://calendar.spiritrock.org/events/buddhism-recovery-the-twelve-steps/ This is 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. […]
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 eight day retreat will have two segments: four days of Noble Silence with one daily workshop and meeting, then four days of silent Insight Meditation.
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. […]
Recovery: What's Buddhism Got to Do With It? A conference for people interested in using Buddhist teachings and practices in their recovery.  The International Buddhist Recovery Summit, September 5-8 in Lacey Washington, is open to everyone: All recovery paths and Buddhist lineages are welcome. Here are some highlights scheduled for this year’s Summit: Panel […]
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. […]
Join us for a unique meditation retreat combining traditional Buddhist practices with Twelve Step work. Primarily conducted in silence, the retreat focuses on insight/mindfulness meditation, with additional interactive exercises, lecture, and meetings exploring ways that Buddhism and the Steps can complement each other. Daily Chi Kung practice brings added benefit and energy to the retreat. […]
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 intimate daylong retreat at A Positive Light Meditation and Spiritual Center, we will explore mindfulness meditation, lovingkindness, Buddhist teachings, and recovery.
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 […]
I'll be playing some of my original songs from Laughing Buddha album. Special guests will be on the bill. A fun, sober night.
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 […]
I'll be performing songs from my Laughing Buddha album as part of a sober music and comedy night in Fairfax. I'll have a special guest singing with me, as well as a great bass player. See the RockSober flyer.
In this weekend retreat we will practice mindfulness meditation and explore recovery and the Twelve Steps through an archetypal lens. While the Steps use theistic language, Buddhism gives us a way to understand recovery in more universal terms, taking us from the truth of suffering and craving, to the transformative realm of insight and loving-kindness. […]
NO CLASS ON CHRISTMAS EVE. PLEASE JOIN US NEXT MONTH ON THE FOURTH TUESDAY.
Our Dharma practice and recovery program both rest on the foundation of intention and commitment. One day at a time, one breath at a time, we keep coming back to the present moment and our wish to be free. This day retreat will focus on preparing for the new year with a clear vision of […]
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. […]
A daylong recovery retreat. 10:00am-4pm. Spiritual Awakening on the Path of Recovery Dharma practice and addiction recovery both promise freedom and transformation. On this daylong we will explore the meaning and experience of spiritual awakening in periods of meditation, lecture, discussion, and interactive exercises. Rather than seeing awakening as the end of the path, we’ll […]
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 practice mindfulness meditation and explore recovery and the Twelve Steps through an archetypal lens. While the Steps use theistic language, Buddhism gives us a way to understand them in more universal terms, taking us from the truth of suffering and craving, to the transformative realm of insight and loving-kindness. […]
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. […]
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 […]
Join us for an Insight Meditation retreat that will provide the opportunity to delve deeply into noble silence and stillness, movement and inquiry. Step away from daily activities to reveal what your heart and mind will delight in remembering – their inherent goodness and clarity. With the foundations of mindfulness meditation and kind awareness, we’ll […]
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 practice mindfulness meditation and explore recovery and the Twelve Steps through an archetypal lens. While the Steps use theistic language, Buddhism gives us a way to understand recovery in more universal terms, taking us from the truth of suffering and craving, to the transformative realm of insight and loving-kindness. […]
Heart of Recovery at Boston Shambhala In this evening event I will be offering guided meditation, discussion, and lecture on the connection between Buddhism, addiction, recovery, and the 12 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 […]
While we are not able to join in person, I am offering twice-weekly classes going through One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps. We meet for one hour on Tuesdays at 10am Pacific, and Fridays at 7pm Pacific. (The second Friday we meet through the Spirit Rock Zoom account. For information on joining the […]
While we are not able to join in person, I am offering twice-weekly classes going through One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps. We meet for one hour on Tuesdays at 10am Pacific, and Fridays at 7pm Pacific. (The second Friday we meet through the Spirit Rock Zoom account.) For information on joining the […]
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. […]
While we are not able to join in person, I am offering twice-weekly classes going through One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps. We meet for one hour on Tuesdays at 10am Pacific, and Fridays at 7pm Pacific. (The second Friday we meet through the Spirit Rock Zoom account.) Each class includes a 20 […]
While we are not able to meet in person, I am offering twice-weekly classes going through One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps. We meet for one hour on Tuesdays at 10am Pacific, and Fridays at 7pm Pacific. (The second Friday we meet through the Spirit Rock Zoom account.) Each class includes a […]
While we are not able to join in person, I am offering twice-weekly classes going through One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps. We meet for one hour on Tuesdays at 10am Pacific, and Fridays at 7pm Pacific. (The second Friday we meet through the Spirit Rock Zoom account.) Each class includes a 20 […]
While we are not able to join in person, I am offering twice-weekly classes going through One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps. We meet for one hour on Tuesdays at 10am Pacific, and Fridays at 7pm Pacific. (The second Friday we meet through the Spirit Rock Zoom account.) Each class includes a 20 […]
Join via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/621325075 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 […]