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SUMMARY:Monthly Sutta Study - Anguttara Nikaya - Online
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha\nwith Shaila Catherine \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya will run for 9 months beginning in December 2017 and concluding in October 2018. We meet in three locations to serve the local and online community: \n\nFriday mornings in Palo Alto\nWednesday evenings in Menlo Park\nMonday evenings online\n\nEnrollment will remain open for this course until the January meeting\, and then closes for the remainder of the year. \nRegistration details are on our Sutta Study Course 2018 page. \nNewcomers are welcome to join each year. General information about the sutta study program can be found on our Sutta Study Courses page. \nScheduled dates for Monday online meetings: \n\nDecember 11\, 2017\nJanuary 8\, 2018\nFebruary\, no meeting\nMarch 26\nApril 23\nMay\, no meeting\nJune 18\nJuly 16\nAugust 27\nOctober 15\nNovember 5
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-anguttara-nikaya-online-2/2018-03-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study,Online Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Dynamic Awareness: A Day of Mindful Movement & Meditation with Shaila Catherine and Lisa Tromovitch
DESCRIPTION:A day of meditation and movement with Shaila Catherine and Lisa Tromovitch. \nIMSB offers a day of meditation one Saturday each month. These monthly day long programs offer a consistent and easy opportunity for meditators to maintain a steady commitment to meditation\, deepen their practice\, explore various dhamma themes\, and cultivate relationships with the community—and still be home in time for dinner! \nToday’s program is designed to enhance mindfulness through a combination of sitting meditation and mindful movement. The practices will encourage wakeful presence\, clarity of emotion\, and balance in body and mind. It is appropriate for beginners and seasoned practitioners. \nLisa Tromovitch will guide us in Laban Movement Analysis\, a non-biased language for describing movement that encourages a full exploration of our expressive range. By directing the mind inside and practicing detached observation\, one can become present with what is and develop a sense of community around a shared humanity. Shaila Catherine will lead the meditations. \n  \nThere will be a pot-luck community meal around 12:30; please bring a food dish to share. \nEveryone is welcome. There is no registration. Folding chairs are provided. Bring a mat and cushion if you prefer to sit on the floor. Beginner’s to meditation are encouraged to come on time since both sitting and walking meditation instruction are usually offered in the mornings. \nThese monthly events may take place at any of the churches where we meet—in Los Altos\, Saratoga\, or Mountain View. Be sure to double check the website event listing to determine the correct location. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/day-of-meditation-2016-09-12-2016-12-24-2017-11-10-2017-12-18-2018-03-24/
LOCATION:Foothills Congregational Church – Fellowship Hall\, 461 Orange Ave\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day-Long and Half Day,Featured Events
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Monthly Sutta Study Group - in Palo Alto
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha\nwith Shaila Catherine\nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya will run for 9 months beginning in December 2017 and concluding in October 2018. We meet in three locations to serve the local and online community: \n\nFriday mornings in Palo Alto\nWednesday evenings in Menlo Park\nMonday evenings online\n\nEnrollment will remain open for this course until the January meeting\, and then closes for the remainder of the year. \nRegistration details are on our Sutta Study Course 2018 page. \nNewcomers are welcome to join each year. General information about the sutta study program can be found on our Sutta Study Courses page. \nScheduled dates for meetings Fridays in Palo Alto: \n\nDecember 15\, 2017\nFebruary\, no meeting\nMarch 23\nApril 27\nMay\, no meeting\nJune 15\nJuly 20\nAugust 24\nSeptember 14\nOctober 12\nNovember 9\nDecember 7 (extra meeting to discuss miscellaneous suttas and repetition series)
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-group-in-palo-alto/2018-03-23/
LOCATION:3942 Duncan Pl.\, 3942 Duncan Pl.\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94036
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Course: Mindful Speech
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Speech\nBringing clarity and peace to communication. \nA 6-week course led by Shaila Catherine\, Sharon Allen\, and Chris Clifford. \n\nMarch 15 — Defining Right And Wrong Speech\, with Sharon Allen\nMarch 22 — Difficult Communications; Responding to Anger\, with Shaila Catherine\nMarch 29 — No meeting this week. Church needs the room for their Easter events.\nApril 5 — What Is Worth Discussing\, with Chris Clifford\nApril 12 — Promoting Community Harmony\, with Sharon Allen\nApril 19 — Timely and Useful Speech\, with Shaila Catherine\nApril 26 — Where does the talk lead? with Shaila Catherine\n\nVisit our Teacher Page for teacher biographies and photographs. \nCourse Description: \nWords serve as the bridge between our inner thoughts and the world of interaction – once spoken\, words produce consequences for the speaker\, listener\, and community. Cultivating right speech as part of our mindfulness practice serves a dual purpose: it nurtures clarity\, understanding\, and harmony in relationships\, and it helps us investigate subtle intentions and mental patterns. \nThe Buddha placed a great deal of emphasis on speech—he incorporated Right Speech into the eight-fold path and addressed it in dozens of individual discourses. This six-week course will look at the teachings on speech that are preserved in the Discourses Of The Buddha. Weekly readings and home exercises will explore the role of speech on a spiritual path and help participants bring mindfulness and wisdom to daily conversations. \nWHO SHOULD JOIN: Some previous meditation experience would be helpful\, but not required. No background in sutta study is expected. \nCOURSE LEVELS:\nThis course is open to all practitioners. It is designed as a level 2 course. Click this link for a key to course level designations. \nREGISTRATION:\nRegistration is required for this course. Registration will open two-three months prior to the start date of each course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. If you are viewing this page more than two months in advance of the course\, the ticket feature may not have yet appeared\, so please check back later to register. \nThe sliding scale fee range is from $360 to $90 and will be shared between IMSB and the teacher(s). The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited means. The basic rate of $90 is estimated to cover the most basic costs such as rent and insurance for the specific class period. The base rate does not factor in compensation for teachers or ongoing administrative expenses for IMSB. The scholarship rate of $45 offers an even lower rate for those with very limited financial means. \nBy choosing to give at the mid to high range of the sliding scale your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and it supports IMSB and the teachers\, enabling the dhamma to thrive in the South Bay Area. We encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. If you need additional scholarship assistance and can volunteer to help\, please inquire with the registrar about service scholarships by contacting ThursdayClass. \nTicketing Tip: You may purchase series tickets on any day of the series. When you purchase a ticket you are registering for the entire class series. So you only need to register once. \nTAX DEDUCTIBILITY:\nThe basic registration fee is not tax deductible and non-refundable. Donations above the base rate will be considered voluntary tax deductible contributions. Each January the IMSB treasurer sends donors letters that acknowledge the accumulated deductible donations from the previous year. This annual letter will acknowledge the amount given that is above the basic rate and serve as documentation for tax deduction purposes. \nCANCELLATION POLICY:\nAll fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first class meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for a future IMSB Thursday Class. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first class are not eligible for the voucher credit.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/course-mindful-speech/2018-03-22/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Guests and Series,Thursday Class
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Preparing the Mind for Awakening
DESCRIPTION:Preparing The Mind for Awakening: Cultivating The Seven Factors of Awakening\nFor the mind that values freedom. \nSeven qualities offer an effective framework for cultivating the mind\, overcoming the hindrances\, and balancing the energetic and calming forces that develop through meditation. When these seven factors are well developed\, the mind is ripe for awakening. This series will explore each factor to reveal its importance\, function\, and role in the process of awakening. \n\nJanuary 16 – Nourishing Balanced Conditions for Awakening\, with Shaila Catherine\nJanuary 23 – Mindfulness\, with Chris Clifford\nJanuary 30 – – Investigation\,  Bob Stahl will not be able to join us\, we will have a recorded talk\nFebruary 6 – Effort\, Energy\, with Richard Shankman\nFebruary 13 – No meeting. The church needs the room for their event.\nFebruary 20 – Joy\, with Misha Merrill\nFebruary 27 – Tranquility\, with Daniel Bowling\nMarch 6 – Concentration\, with Sean Feit Oakes\nMarch 13 – Equipoise\, Equanimity\, with Oren J. Sofer\nMarch 20 – Practicing the Awakening Factors\, with Shaila Catherine\n\nPlease visit our Teachers Page for biographies and photos of our speakers. \n\nInsight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation programs. Tuesdays we meet in Mountain View for our drop-in weekly program of meditation and teachings. Thursdays we meet in Saratoga for our Dhamma Classroom\, which offer a series of structured courses with registration\, and periodic drop-in practice events. \nToday’s group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/speaker-series-preparing-the-mind-for-awakening/2018-03-20/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View
DESCRIPTION:Due to the coronavirus concerns\, we have converted our Tuesday evening meeting to an online format.  Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays evenings we offer an open drop-in sitting group in Mountain View\, and Thursdays we offer structured courses in Saratoga. The Tuesday sitting group meets every Tuesday evening for a meditation and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. Newcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2017-01-31-2017-02-21-2017-03-14-2017-04-18-2017-07-18-2018-01-09/2018-03-20/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Register to attend a course in Mindful Speech
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Speech\na 6-week course led by Shaila Catherine\, Sharon Allen\, and Chris Clifford \nFor information and registration details\, click here to visit our course page.  \n\nCourse: Mindful Speech
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/register-to-attend-a-course-in-mindful-speech/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Course: Mindful Speech
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Speech\nBringing clarity and peace to communication. \nA 6-week course led by Shaila Catherine\, Sharon Allen\, and Chris Clifford. \n\nMarch 15 — Defining Right And Wrong Speech\, with Sharon Allen\nMarch 22 — Difficult Communications; Responding to Anger\, with Shaila Catherine\nMarch 29 — No meeting this week. Church needs the room for their Easter events.\nApril 5 — What Is Worth Discussing\, with Chris Clifford\nApril 12 — Promoting Community Harmony\, with Sharon Allen\nApril 19 — Timely and Useful Speech\, with Shaila Catherine\nApril 26 — Where does the talk lead? with Shaila Catherine\n\nVisit our Teacher Page for teacher biographies and photographs. \nCourse Description: \nWords serve as the bridge between our inner thoughts and the world of interaction – once spoken\, words produce consequences for the speaker\, listener\, and community. Cultivating right speech as part of our mindfulness practice serves a dual purpose: it nurtures clarity\, understanding\, and harmony in relationships\, and it helps us investigate subtle intentions and mental patterns. \nThe Buddha placed a great deal of emphasis on speech—he incorporated Right Speech into the eight-fold path and addressed it in dozens of individual discourses. This six-week course will look at the teachings on speech that are preserved in the Discourses Of The Buddha. Weekly readings and home exercises will explore the role of speech on a spiritual path and help participants bring mindfulness and wisdom to daily conversations. \nWHO SHOULD JOIN: Some previous meditation experience would be helpful\, but not required. No background in sutta study is expected. \nCOURSE LEVELS:\nThis course is open to all practitioners. It is designed as a level 2 course. Click this link for a key to course level designations. \nREGISTRATION:\nRegistration is required for this course. Registration will open two-three months prior to the start date of each course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. If you are viewing this page more than two months in advance of the course\, the ticket feature may not have yet appeared\, so please check back later to register. \nThe sliding scale fee range is from $360 to $90 and will be shared between IMSB and the teacher(s). The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited means. The basic rate of $90 is estimated to cover the most basic costs such as rent and insurance for the specific class period. The base rate does not factor in compensation for teachers or ongoing administrative expenses for IMSB. The scholarship rate of $45 offers an even lower rate for those with very limited financial means. \nBy choosing to give at the mid to high range of the sliding scale your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and it supports IMSB and the teachers\, enabling the dhamma to thrive in the South Bay Area. We encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. If you need additional scholarship assistance and can volunteer to help\, please inquire with the registrar about service scholarships by contacting ThursdayClass. \nTicketing Tip: You may purchase series tickets on any day of the series. When you purchase a ticket you are registering for the entire class series. So you only need to register once. \nTAX DEDUCTIBILITY:\nThe basic registration fee is not tax deductible and non-refundable. Donations above the base rate will be considered voluntary tax deductible contributions. Each January the IMSB treasurer sends donors letters that acknowledge the accumulated deductible donations from the previous year. This annual letter will acknowledge the amount given that is above the basic rate and serve as documentation for tax deduction purposes. \nCANCELLATION POLICY:\nAll fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first class meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for a future IMSB Thursday Class. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first class are not eligible for the voucher credit.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/course-mindful-speech/2018-03-15/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Guests and Series,Thursday Class
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Preparing the Mind for Awakening
DESCRIPTION:Preparing The Mind for Awakening: Cultivating The Seven Factors of Awakening\nFor the mind that values freedom. \nSeven qualities offer an effective framework for cultivating the mind\, overcoming the hindrances\, and balancing the energetic and calming forces that develop through meditation. When these seven factors are well developed\, the mind is ripe for awakening. This series will explore each factor to reveal its importance\, function\, and role in the process of awakening. \n\nJanuary 16 – Nourishing Balanced Conditions for Awakening\, with Shaila Catherine\nJanuary 23 – Mindfulness\, with Chris Clifford\nJanuary 30 – – Investigation\,  Bob Stahl will not be able to join us\, we will have a recorded talk\nFebruary 6 – Effort\, Energy\, with Richard Shankman\nFebruary 13 – No meeting. The church needs the room for their event.\nFebruary 20 – Joy\, with Misha Merrill\nFebruary 27 – Tranquility\, with Daniel Bowling\nMarch 6 – Concentration\, with Sean Feit Oakes\nMarch 13 – Equipoise\, Equanimity\, with Oren J. Sofer\nMarch 20 – Practicing the Awakening Factors\, with Shaila Catherine\n\nPlease visit our Teachers Page for biographies and photos of our speakers. \n\nInsight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation programs. Tuesdays we meet in Mountain View for our drop-in weekly program of meditation and teachings. Thursdays we meet in Saratoga for our Dhamma Classroom\, which offer a series of structured courses with registration\, and periodic drop-in practice events. \nToday’s group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/speaker-series-preparing-the-mind-for-awakening/2018-03-13/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View
DESCRIPTION:Due to the coronavirus concerns\, we have converted our Tuesday evening meeting to an online format.  Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays evenings we offer an open drop-in sitting group in Mountain View\, and Thursdays we offer structured courses in Saratoga. The Tuesday sitting group meets every Tuesday evening for a meditation and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. Newcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2017-01-31-2017-02-21-2017-03-14-2017-04-18-2017-07-18-2018-01-09/2018-03-13/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Study and Meditation Program on Distraction in Massachusetts
DESCRIPTION:Distraction: Strategies for Overcoming Distracting Thoughts\nMental restlessness is an insidious and pervasive hindrance that most practitioners struggle to overcome. We can refine our skills for working with the modes of thinking that distract us from being mindful and disrupt concentration: critical thoughts\, planning\, worrying\, lustful thoughts\, judging\, memories\, internal commentaries\, to name a few. This program will explore a sequence of strategies for dealing with obstructive mental patterns derived from two discourses taught by the Buddha (MN 19 and 20). The program will include sutta study\, discussion\, and meditation practice to gain experiential insight and meditative strategies for overcoming distractions. This retreat is suitable for both new and experienced practitioners. \nFor information and registration details\, visit https://www.bcbsdharma.org.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/study-and-meditation-program-in-massachusetts-2/
LOCATION:Barre Center for Buddhist Studies\, 149 Lockwood Barre\, Barre\, MA\, 01005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study,Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Deepening Practice and Community Evening with Sharon Allen and Bill Kostura
DESCRIPTION:An Evening for Meditation Practice\nTonight’s session is led by Sharon Allen and Bill Kostura. \nFor pictures and biographies of our teachers\, visit our Teacher Page. \nBetween many of our Thursday evening series courses in Saratoga\, IMSB offers open drop-in practice sessions led by Shaila Catherine\, Sharon Allen\, or a local mindfulness teacher. \nFor these “Deepening Practice and Community” evenings\, we will devote more time to   guided meditations and experiential mindfulness activities. \nNewcomers are welcome. Chairs are provided. Bring a mat or cushion if you prefer to sit on the wood floor. Registration is not required for this Deepening Practice and Community event. \nDANA: IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/deepening-practice-and-community-open-drop-in-with-shaila-catherine-2-2018-03-08/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Featured Events,Guests and Series,Thursday Class
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Preparing the Mind for Awakening
DESCRIPTION:Preparing The Mind for Awakening: Cultivating The Seven Factors of Awakening\nFor the mind that values freedom. \nSeven qualities offer an effective framework for cultivating the mind\, overcoming the hindrances\, and balancing the energetic and calming forces that develop through meditation. When these seven factors are well developed\, the mind is ripe for awakening. This series will explore each factor to reveal its importance\, function\, and role in the process of awakening. \n\nJanuary 16 – Nourishing Balanced Conditions for Awakening\, with Shaila Catherine\nJanuary 23 – Mindfulness\, with Chris Clifford\nJanuary 30 – – Investigation\,  Bob Stahl will not be able to join us\, we will have a recorded talk\nFebruary 6 – Effort\, Energy\, with Richard Shankman\nFebruary 13 – No meeting. The church needs the room for their event.\nFebruary 20 – Joy\, with Misha Merrill\nFebruary 27 – Tranquility\, with Daniel Bowling\nMarch 6 – Concentration\, with Sean Feit Oakes\nMarch 13 – Equipoise\, Equanimity\, with Oren J. Sofer\nMarch 20 – Practicing the Awakening Factors\, with Shaila Catherine\n\nPlease visit our Teachers Page for biographies and photos of our speakers. \n\nInsight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation programs. Tuesdays we meet in Mountain View for our drop-in weekly program of meditation and teachings. Thursdays we meet in Saratoga for our Dhamma Classroom\, which offer a series of structured courses with registration\, and periodic drop-in practice events. \nToday’s group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/speaker-series-preparing-the-mind-for-awakening/2018-03-06/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View
DESCRIPTION:Due to the coronavirus concerns\, we have converted our Tuesday evening meeting to an online format.  Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays evenings we offer an open drop-in sitting group in Mountain View\, and Thursdays we offer structured courses in Saratoga. The Tuesday sitting group meets every Tuesday evening for a meditation and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. Newcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2017-01-31-2017-02-21-2017-03-14-2017-04-18-2017-07-18-2018-01-09/2018-03-06/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Orientation
DESCRIPTION:The Beginner’s Orientation session occurs the first Tuesday of every month just prior to our weekly meditation group\n6:30 pm – 7:25 pm \nInsight Meditation South Bay\nSt. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\n2094 Grant Rd.\, Mountain View\, CA 94040 \nThe Beginner’s Orientation introduces mindfulness meditation instructions\, and provides an orientation to Insight Meditation South Bay. This beginner’s session is conducted the first Tuesday of the month immediately before the regular weekly sitting. Come for the introduction\, and then stay for the regular weekly program\, where you will meet the members of Insight Meditation South Bay and our teachers. \nAn overview of the practices that we teach can be found on our  Vipassana Practice (Insight Meditation) page. \nMeditation instruction is offered starting at 6:30. Please arrive on time as a courtesy to others. \nYou may bring a sitting cushion\, but chairs are provided and you need only bring yourself.\nFor more information\, please also see the Beginner’s Orientation.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/beginners-orientation-2015-08-04-2016-07-02-2017-02-07/2018-03-06/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Featured Events
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180301T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180301T210000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in the World - A practice-based course
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness In The World\nA Practice-Based Course led by Sharon Allen\, Jill Shepherd\, Jennifer Dungan\, and Bill Kostura. \nJanuary 25 – March 1\, 2018 \nLife in the world can be stressful – but you can do something about it. This six-week course will emphasize teachings and practices from Buddhism that can make the difference between increased stress and increased well-being in your interactions with the world. You’ll learn about bringing mindful awareness to daily life experiences – for example\, with family\, in the workplace\, and in broader social and cultural circles. Understanding the dynamic interplay between our inner awareness and our responses to experience is an important first step in life decisions. \nIf you value greater mental and physical balance\, clarity\, and ease of being\, this course is for you! \nSome previous meditation experience is useful but not required. This is a Level 2 course. \nClass content and practice skills will include: \n\nJanuary 25 – Mindful View: finding peace with impermanence and change – with Sharon Allen\nFebruary 1 – Mindful Intention: letting go of harmful states – with Sharon Allen and Bill Kostura\nFebruary 8 –Mindful Action: acting in ways that support peace of mind and avoiding harmful actions – with Sharon Allen\nFebruary 15 – Mindful Livelihood: working from a moral and ethical foundation – with Jennifer Dungan\nFebruary 22 – Mindful Compassion: caring for all\, because we all matter – with Jill Shepherd\nMarch 1 – Living in Balance – integrating mindfulness into your life for wisdom\, clarity\, and ease – with Sharon Allen\n\nClass format will include: \n\nMeditation instruction relevant to these themes\, with both guided and unguided practices\nTeachings on these themes\nWritten and experiential exercises and homework\nGroup discussion and interaction\, Q&A\n\nResources will include: \n\nGuidance and teachings from experienced mindfulness teachers\nWeekly written guidelines\nSutta references and practice links\n\nCOURSE LEVELS:\nThis course is open to all practitioners. It is designed as a level 2 course. Click this link for a key to course level designations. \nREGISTRATION:\nRegistration is required for this course. Registration will open two-three months prior to the start date of each course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. If you are viewing this page more than two months in advance of the course\, the ticket feature may not have yet appeared\, so please check back later to register. \nThe sliding scale fee range is from $360 to $90 and will be shared between IMSB and the teacher(s). The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited means. The basic rate of $90 is estimated to cover the most basic costs such as rent and insurance for the specific class period. The base rate does not factor in compensation for teachers or ongoing administrative expenses for IMSB. The scholarship rate of $45 offers an even lower rate for those with very limited financial means. \nBy choosing to give at the mid to high range of the sliding scale your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and it supports IMSB and the teachers\, enabling the dhamma to thrive in the South Bay Area. We encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. If you need additional scholarship assistance and can volunteer to help\, please inquire with the registrar about service scholarships by contacting ThursdayClass. \nTicketing Tip: You may purchase series tickets on any day of the series. When you purchase a ticket you are registering for the entire class series. So you only need to register once. \nTAX DEDUCTIBILITY:\nThe basic registration fee is not tax deductible and non-refundable. Donations above the base rate will be considered voluntary tax deductible contributions. Each January the IMSB treasurer sends donors letters that acknowledge the accumulated deductible donations from the previous year. This annual letter will acknowledge the amount given that is above the basic rate and serve as documentation for tax deduction purposes. \nCANCELLATION POLICY:\nAll fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first class meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for a future IMSB Thursday Class. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first class are not eligible for the voucher credit.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/mindfulness-in-the-world-a-practice-based-class-led-by-sharon-allen/2018-03-01/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Thursday Class
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180227T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180227T210000
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Preparing the Mind for Awakening
DESCRIPTION:Preparing The Mind for Awakening: Cultivating The Seven Factors of Awakening\nFor the mind that values freedom. \nSeven qualities offer an effective framework for cultivating the mind\, overcoming the hindrances\, and balancing the energetic and calming forces that develop through meditation. When these seven factors are well developed\, the mind is ripe for awakening. This series will explore each factor to reveal its importance\, function\, and role in the process of awakening. \n\nJanuary 16 – Nourishing Balanced Conditions for Awakening\, with Shaila Catherine\nJanuary 23 – Mindfulness\, with Chris Clifford\nJanuary 30 – – Investigation\,  Bob Stahl will not be able to join us\, we will have a recorded talk\nFebruary 6 – Effort\, Energy\, with Richard Shankman\nFebruary 13 – No meeting. The church needs the room for their event.\nFebruary 20 – Joy\, with Misha Merrill\nFebruary 27 – Tranquility\, with Daniel Bowling\nMarch 6 – Concentration\, with Sean Feit Oakes\nMarch 13 – Equipoise\, Equanimity\, with Oren J. Sofer\nMarch 20 – Practicing the Awakening Factors\, with Shaila Catherine\n\nPlease visit our Teachers Page for biographies and photos of our speakers. \n\nInsight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation programs. Tuesdays we meet in Mountain View for our drop-in weekly program of meditation and teachings. Thursdays we meet in Saratoga for our Dhamma Classroom\, which offer a series of structured courses with registration\, and periodic drop-in practice events. \nToday’s group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/speaker-series-preparing-the-mind-for-awakening/2018-02-27/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View
DESCRIPTION:Due to the coronavirus concerns\, we have converted our Tuesday evening meeting to an online format.  Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays evenings we offer an open drop-in sitting group in Mountain View\, and Thursdays we offer structured courses in Saratoga. The Tuesday sitting group meets every Tuesday evening for a meditation and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. Newcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2017-01-31-2017-02-21-2017-03-14-2017-04-18-2017-07-18-2018-01-09/2018-02-27/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in the World - A practice-based course
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness In The World\nA Practice-Based Course led by Sharon Allen\, Jill Shepherd\, Jennifer Dungan\, and Bill Kostura. \nJanuary 25 – March 1\, 2018 \nLife in the world can be stressful – but you can do something about it. This six-week course will emphasize teachings and practices from Buddhism that can make the difference between increased stress and increased well-being in your interactions with the world. You’ll learn about bringing mindful awareness to daily life experiences – for example\, with family\, in the workplace\, and in broader social and cultural circles. Understanding the dynamic interplay between our inner awareness and our responses to experience is an important first step in life decisions. \nIf you value greater mental and physical balance\, clarity\, and ease of being\, this course is for you! \nSome previous meditation experience is useful but not required. This is a Level 2 course. \nClass content and practice skills will include: \n\nJanuary 25 – Mindful View: finding peace with impermanence and change – with Sharon Allen\nFebruary 1 – Mindful Intention: letting go of harmful states – with Sharon Allen and Bill Kostura\nFebruary 8 –Mindful Action: acting in ways that support peace of mind and avoiding harmful actions – with Sharon Allen\nFebruary 15 – Mindful Livelihood: working from a moral and ethical foundation – with Jennifer Dungan\nFebruary 22 – Mindful Compassion: caring for all\, because we all matter – with Jill Shepherd\nMarch 1 – Living in Balance – integrating mindfulness into your life for wisdom\, clarity\, and ease – with Sharon Allen\n\nClass format will include: \n\nMeditation instruction relevant to these themes\, with both guided and unguided practices\nTeachings on these themes\nWritten and experiential exercises and homework\nGroup discussion and interaction\, Q&A\n\nResources will include: \n\nGuidance and teachings from experienced mindfulness teachers\nWeekly written guidelines\nSutta references and practice links\n\nCOURSE LEVELS:\nThis course is open to all practitioners. It is designed as a level 2 course. Click this link for a key to course level designations. \nREGISTRATION:\nRegistration is required for this course. Registration will open two-three months prior to the start date of each course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. If you are viewing this page more than two months in advance of the course\, the ticket feature may not have yet appeared\, so please check back later to register. \nThe sliding scale fee range is from $360 to $90 and will be shared between IMSB and the teacher(s). The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited means. The basic rate of $90 is estimated to cover the most basic costs such as rent and insurance for the specific class period. The base rate does not factor in compensation for teachers or ongoing administrative expenses for IMSB. The scholarship rate of $45 offers an even lower rate for those with very limited financial means. \nBy choosing to give at the mid to high range of the sliding scale your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and it supports IMSB and the teachers\, enabling the dhamma to thrive in the South Bay Area. We encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. If you need additional scholarship assistance and can volunteer to help\, please inquire with the registrar about service scholarships by contacting ThursdayClass. \nTicketing Tip: You may purchase series tickets on any day of the series. When you purchase a ticket you are registering for the entire class series. So you only need to register once. \nTAX DEDUCTIBILITY:\nThe basic registration fee is not tax deductible and non-refundable. Donations above the base rate will be considered voluntary tax deductible contributions. Each January the IMSB treasurer sends donors letters that acknowledge the accumulated deductible donations from the previous year. This annual letter will acknowledge the amount given that is above the basic rate and serve as documentation for tax deduction purposes. \nCANCELLATION POLICY:\nAll fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first class meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for a future IMSB Thursday Class. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first class are not eligible for the voucher credit.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/mindfulness-in-the-world-a-practice-based-class-led-by-sharon-allen/2018-02-22/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Thursday Class
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Preparing the Mind for Awakening
DESCRIPTION:Preparing The Mind for Awakening: Cultivating The Seven Factors of Awakening\nFor the mind that values freedom. \nSeven qualities offer an effective framework for cultivating the mind\, overcoming the hindrances\, and balancing the energetic and calming forces that develop through meditation. When these seven factors are well developed\, the mind is ripe for awakening. This series will explore each factor to reveal its importance\, function\, and role in the process of awakening. \n\nJanuary 16 – Nourishing Balanced Conditions for Awakening\, with Shaila Catherine\nJanuary 23 – Mindfulness\, with Chris Clifford\nJanuary 30 – – Investigation\,  Bob Stahl will not be able to join us\, we will have a recorded talk\nFebruary 6 – Effort\, Energy\, with Richard Shankman\nFebruary 13 – No meeting. The church needs the room for their event.\nFebruary 20 – Joy\, with Misha Merrill\nFebruary 27 – Tranquility\, with Daniel Bowling\nMarch 6 – Concentration\, with Sean Feit Oakes\nMarch 13 – Equipoise\, Equanimity\, with Oren J. Sofer\nMarch 20 – Practicing the Awakening Factors\, with Shaila Catherine\n\nPlease visit our Teachers Page for biographies and photos of our speakers. \n\nInsight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation programs. Tuesdays we meet in Mountain View for our drop-in weekly program of meditation and teachings. Thursdays we meet in Saratoga for our Dhamma Classroom\, which offer a series of structured courses with registration\, and periodic drop-in practice events. \nToday’s group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/speaker-series-preparing-the-mind-for-awakening/2018-02-20/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View
DESCRIPTION:Due to the coronavirus concerns\, we have converted our Tuesday evening meeting to an online format.  Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays evenings we offer an open drop-in sitting group in Mountain View\, and Thursdays we offer structured courses in Saratoga. The Tuesday sitting group meets every Tuesday evening for a meditation and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. Newcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2017-01-31-2017-02-21-2017-03-14-2017-04-18-2017-07-18-2018-01-09/2018-02-20/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Stepping Back: A Day of Meditation with Sharon Allen
DESCRIPTION:A day of Mindfulness Meditation with Sharon Allen. \nStepping back – so often when we are on the edge of impulsively saying or doing something that we later regret\, taking a step back\, pausing or remembering what that action leads to can make the difference between perpetuating distress or increasing well-being. This is a discipline that can be learned through practice. \nThis mindfulness meditation day long will provide an environment\, teachings\, and support to strengthen our wisdom of the benefit of pausing and stepping back from the precipice of reactive habits\, and\, therefore\, from guilt\, shame and remorse. \nThere are three primary ways we can step back. \n\nPause and breathe before giving into reactive habit patterns\nUse reflection and investigation as a tool for insight into how our actions either bring more distress or greater ease\nGive the mind more spaciousness by letting go\n\nThis day long is open to everyone\, but it is an ideal to reinforce the practices learned in the Mindfulness in the World six-week series that has been running on Thursday evenings this month. \nThere will be a pot-luck community meal around 12:30; please bring a food dish to share. \nFind teacher biographies and photos on our Teachers Page. \n\nIMSB offers a day of meditation one Saturday each month. These monthly day long programs offer a consistent and easy opportunity for meditators to maintain a steady commitment to meditation\, deepen their practice\, explore various dhamma themes\, and cultivate relationships with the community—and still be home in time for dinner! \nThe day long programs are usually structured with alternating sitting and walking meditations\, augmented by meditation instructions\, reflections\, and teachings. Shaila Catherine leads most of the day longs\, complimented by periodic guest teachers or community events. \nEveryone is welcome. There is no registration. Folding chairs are provided. Bring a mat and cushion if you prefer to sit on the floor. Beginner’s to meditation are encouraged to come on time since both sitting and walking meditation instruction are usually offered in the mornings. \nThese monthly events may take place at any of the churches where we meet—in Los Altos\, Saratoga\, or Mountain View. Be sure to double check the website event listing to determine the correct location. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/day-of-meditation-2016-09-12-2016-12-24-2017-10-10-2018-02-17/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day-Long and Half Day,Featured Events,Guests and Series
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in the World - A practice-based course
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness In The World\nA Practice-Based Course led by Sharon Allen\, Jill Shepherd\, Jennifer Dungan\, and Bill Kostura. \nJanuary 25 – March 1\, 2018 \nLife in the world can be stressful – but you can do something about it. This six-week course will emphasize teachings and practices from Buddhism that can make the difference between increased stress and increased well-being in your interactions with the world. You’ll learn about bringing mindful awareness to daily life experiences – for example\, with family\, in the workplace\, and in broader social and cultural circles. Understanding the dynamic interplay between our inner awareness and our responses to experience is an important first step in life decisions. \nIf you value greater mental and physical balance\, clarity\, and ease of being\, this course is for you! \nSome previous meditation experience is useful but not required. This is a Level 2 course. \nClass content and practice skills will include: \n\nJanuary 25 – Mindful View: finding peace with impermanence and change – with Sharon Allen\nFebruary 1 – Mindful Intention: letting go of harmful states – with Sharon Allen and Bill Kostura\nFebruary 8 –Mindful Action: acting in ways that support peace of mind and avoiding harmful actions – with Sharon Allen\nFebruary 15 – Mindful Livelihood: working from a moral and ethical foundation – with Jennifer Dungan\nFebruary 22 – Mindful Compassion: caring for all\, because we all matter – with Jill Shepherd\nMarch 1 – Living in Balance – integrating mindfulness into your life for wisdom\, clarity\, and ease – with Sharon Allen\n\nClass format will include: \n\nMeditation instruction relevant to these themes\, with both guided and unguided practices\nTeachings on these themes\nWritten and experiential exercises and homework\nGroup discussion and interaction\, Q&A\n\nResources will include: \n\nGuidance and teachings from experienced mindfulness teachers\nWeekly written guidelines\nSutta references and practice links\n\nCOURSE LEVELS:\nThis course is open to all practitioners. It is designed as a level 2 course. Click this link for a key to course level designations. \nREGISTRATION:\nRegistration is required for this course. Registration will open two-three months prior to the start date of each course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. If you are viewing this page more than two months in advance of the course\, the ticket feature may not have yet appeared\, so please check back later to register. \nThe sliding scale fee range is from $360 to $90 and will be shared between IMSB and the teacher(s). The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited means. The basic rate of $90 is estimated to cover the most basic costs such as rent and insurance for the specific class period. The base rate does not factor in compensation for teachers or ongoing administrative expenses for IMSB. The scholarship rate of $45 offers an even lower rate for those with very limited financial means. \nBy choosing to give at the mid to high range of the sliding scale your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and it supports IMSB and the teachers\, enabling the dhamma to thrive in the South Bay Area. We encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. If you need additional scholarship assistance and can volunteer to help\, please inquire with the registrar about service scholarships by contacting ThursdayClass. \nTicketing Tip: You may purchase series tickets on any day of the series. When you purchase a ticket you are registering for the entire class series. So you only need to register once. \nTAX DEDUCTIBILITY:\nThe basic registration fee is not tax deductible and non-refundable. Donations above the base rate will be considered voluntary tax deductible contributions. Each January the IMSB treasurer sends donors letters that acknowledge the accumulated deductible donations from the previous year. This annual letter will acknowledge the amount given that is above the basic rate and serve as documentation for tax deduction purposes. \nCANCELLATION POLICY:\nAll fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first class meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for a future IMSB Thursday Class. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first class are not eligible for the voucher credit.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/mindfulness-in-the-world-a-practice-based-class-led-by-sharon-allen/2018-02-15/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Thursday Class
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation Group CANCELLED for Tonight
DESCRIPTION:Tonight’s meditation group meeting is cancelled.\nThe church requires use of our usual meeting room for their events. Our regular weekly meditation program will resume next week. \n\nInsight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups— a drop in sitting group Tuesdays in Mountain View\, and a series of classes Thursdays in Saratoga. \nThis group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-meditation-group-cancelled-for-tonight-2/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180208T210000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in the World - A practice-based course
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness In The World\nA Practice-Based Course led by Sharon Allen\, Jill Shepherd\, Jennifer Dungan\, and Bill Kostura. \nJanuary 25 – March 1\, 2018 \nLife in the world can be stressful – but you can do something about it. This six-week course will emphasize teachings and practices from Buddhism that can make the difference between increased stress and increased well-being in your interactions with the world. You’ll learn about bringing mindful awareness to daily life experiences – for example\, with family\, in the workplace\, and in broader social and cultural circles. Understanding the dynamic interplay between our inner awareness and our responses to experience is an important first step in life decisions. \nIf you value greater mental and physical balance\, clarity\, and ease of being\, this course is for you! \nSome previous meditation experience is useful but not required. This is a Level 2 course. \nClass content and practice skills will include: \n\nJanuary 25 – Mindful View: finding peace with impermanence and change – with Sharon Allen\nFebruary 1 – Mindful Intention: letting go of harmful states – with Sharon Allen and Bill Kostura\nFebruary 8 –Mindful Action: acting in ways that support peace of mind and avoiding harmful actions – with Sharon Allen\nFebruary 15 – Mindful Livelihood: working from a moral and ethical foundation – with Jennifer Dungan\nFebruary 22 – Mindful Compassion: caring for all\, because we all matter – with Jill Shepherd\nMarch 1 – Living in Balance – integrating mindfulness into your life for wisdom\, clarity\, and ease – with Sharon Allen\n\nClass format will include: \n\nMeditation instruction relevant to these themes\, with both guided and unguided practices\nTeachings on these themes\nWritten and experiential exercises and homework\nGroup discussion and interaction\, Q&A\n\nResources will include: \n\nGuidance and teachings from experienced mindfulness teachers\nWeekly written guidelines\nSutta references and practice links\n\nCOURSE LEVELS:\nThis course is open to all practitioners. It is designed as a level 2 course. Click this link for a key to course level designations. \nREGISTRATION:\nRegistration is required for this course. Registration will open two-three months prior to the start date of each course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. If you are viewing this page more than two months in advance of the course\, the ticket feature may not have yet appeared\, so please check back later to register. \nThe sliding scale fee range is from $360 to $90 and will be shared between IMSB and the teacher(s). The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited means. The basic rate of $90 is estimated to cover the most basic costs such as rent and insurance for the specific class period. The base rate does not factor in compensation for teachers or ongoing administrative expenses for IMSB. The scholarship rate of $45 offers an even lower rate for those with very limited financial means. \nBy choosing to give at the mid to high range of the sliding scale your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and it supports IMSB and the teachers\, enabling the dhamma to thrive in the South Bay Area. We encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. If you need additional scholarship assistance and can volunteer to help\, please inquire with the registrar about service scholarships by contacting ThursdayClass. \nTicketing Tip: You may purchase series tickets on any day of the series. When you purchase a ticket you are registering for the entire class series. So you only need to register once. \nTAX DEDUCTIBILITY:\nThe basic registration fee is not tax deductible and non-refundable. Donations above the base rate will be considered voluntary tax deductible contributions. Each January the IMSB treasurer sends donors letters that acknowledge the accumulated deductible donations from the previous year. This annual letter will acknowledge the amount given that is above the basic rate and serve as documentation for tax deduction purposes. \nCANCELLATION POLICY:\nAll fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first class meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for a future IMSB Thursday Class. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first class are not eligible for the voucher credit.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/mindfulness-in-the-world-a-practice-based-class-led-by-sharon-allen/2018-02-08/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Thursday Class
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Preparing the Mind for Awakening
DESCRIPTION:Preparing The Mind for Awakening: Cultivating The Seven Factors of Awakening\nFor the mind that values freedom. \nSeven qualities offer an effective framework for cultivating the mind\, overcoming the hindrances\, and balancing the energetic and calming forces that develop through meditation. When these seven factors are well developed\, the mind is ripe for awakening. This series will explore each factor to reveal its importance\, function\, and role in the process of awakening. \n\nJanuary 16 – Nourishing Balanced Conditions for Awakening\, with Shaila Catherine\nJanuary 23 – Mindfulness\, with Chris Clifford\nJanuary 30 – – Investigation\,  Bob Stahl will not be able to join us\, we will have a recorded talk\nFebruary 6 – Effort\, Energy\, with Richard Shankman\nFebruary 13 – No meeting. The church needs the room for their event.\nFebruary 20 – Joy\, with Misha Merrill\nFebruary 27 – Tranquility\, with Daniel Bowling\nMarch 6 – Concentration\, with Sean Feit Oakes\nMarch 13 – Equipoise\, Equanimity\, with Oren J. Sofer\nMarch 20 – Practicing the Awakening Factors\, with Shaila Catherine\n\nPlease visit our Teachers Page for biographies and photos of our speakers. \n\nInsight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation programs. Tuesdays we meet in Mountain View for our drop-in weekly program of meditation and teachings. Thursdays we meet in Saratoga for our Dhamma Classroom\, which offer a series of structured courses with registration\, and periodic drop-in practice events. \nToday’s group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/speaker-series-preparing-the-mind-for-awakening/2018-02-06/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View
DESCRIPTION:Due to the coronavirus concerns\, we have converted our Tuesday evening meeting to an online format.  Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays evenings we offer an open drop-in sitting group in Mountain View\, and Thursdays we offer structured courses in Saratoga. The Tuesday sitting group meets every Tuesday evening for a meditation and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. Newcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2017-01-31-2017-02-21-2017-03-14-2017-04-18-2017-07-18-2018-01-09/2018-02-06/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Orientation
DESCRIPTION:The Beginner’s Orientation session occurs the first Tuesday of every month just prior to our weekly meditation group\n6:30 pm – 7:25 pm \nInsight Meditation South Bay\nSt. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\n2094 Grant Rd.\, Mountain View\, CA 94040 \nThe Beginner’s Orientation introduces mindfulness meditation instructions\, and provides an orientation to Insight Meditation South Bay. This beginner’s session is conducted the first Tuesday of the month immediately before the regular weekly sitting. Come for the introduction\, and then stay for the regular weekly program\, where you will meet the members of Insight Meditation South Bay and our teachers. \nAn overview of the practices that we teach can be found on our  Vipassana Practice (Insight Meditation) page. \nMeditation instruction is offered starting at 6:30. Please arrive on time as a courtesy to others. \nYou may bring a sitting cushion\, but chairs are provided and you need only bring yourself.\nFor more information\, please also see the Beginner’s Orientation.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/beginners-orientation-2015-08-04-2016-07-02-2017-02-07/2018-02-06/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Featured Events
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in the World - A practice-based course
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness In The World\nA Practice-Based Course led by Sharon Allen\, Jill Shepherd\, Jennifer Dungan\, and Bill Kostura. \nJanuary 25 – March 1\, 2018 \nLife in the world can be stressful – but you can do something about it. This six-week course will emphasize teachings and practices from Buddhism that can make the difference between increased stress and increased well-being in your interactions with the world. You’ll learn about bringing mindful awareness to daily life experiences – for example\, with family\, in the workplace\, and in broader social and cultural circles. Understanding the dynamic interplay between our inner awareness and our responses to experience is an important first step in life decisions. \nIf you value greater mental and physical balance\, clarity\, and ease of being\, this course is for you! \nSome previous meditation experience is useful but not required. This is a Level 2 course. \nClass content and practice skills will include: \n\nJanuary 25 – Mindful View: finding peace with impermanence and change – with Sharon Allen\nFebruary 1 – Mindful Intention: letting go of harmful states – with Sharon Allen and Bill Kostura\nFebruary 8 –Mindful Action: acting in ways that support peace of mind and avoiding harmful actions – with Sharon Allen\nFebruary 15 – Mindful Livelihood: working from a moral and ethical foundation – with Jennifer Dungan\nFebruary 22 – Mindful Compassion: caring for all\, because we all matter – with Jill Shepherd\nMarch 1 – Living in Balance – integrating mindfulness into your life for wisdom\, clarity\, and ease – with Sharon Allen\n\nClass format will include: \n\nMeditation instruction relevant to these themes\, with both guided and unguided practices\nTeachings on these themes\nWritten and experiential exercises and homework\nGroup discussion and interaction\, Q&A\n\nResources will include: \n\nGuidance and teachings from experienced mindfulness teachers\nWeekly written guidelines\nSutta references and practice links\n\nCOURSE LEVELS:\nThis course is open to all practitioners. It is designed as a level 2 course. Click this link for a key to course level designations. \nREGISTRATION:\nRegistration is required for this course. Registration will open two-three months prior to the start date of each course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register select an option under the Tickets heading at the bottom of this page. If you are viewing this page more than two months in advance of the course\, the ticket feature may not have yet appeared\, so please check back later to register. \nThe sliding scale fee range is from $360 to $90 and will be shared between IMSB and the teacher(s). The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited means. The basic rate of $90 is estimated to cover the most basic costs such as rent and insurance for the specific class period. The base rate does not factor in compensation for teachers or ongoing administrative expenses for IMSB. The scholarship rate of $45 offers an even lower rate for those with very limited financial means. \nBy choosing to give at the mid to high range of the sliding scale your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and it supports IMSB and the teachers\, enabling the dhamma to thrive in the South Bay Area. We encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. If you need additional scholarship assistance and can volunteer to help\, please inquire with the registrar about service scholarships by contacting ThursdayClass. \nTicketing Tip: You may purchase series tickets on any day of the series. When you purchase a ticket you are registering for the entire class series. So you only need to register once. \nTAX DEDUCTIBILITY:\nThe basic registration fee is not tax deductible and non-refundable. Donations above the base rate will be considered voluntary tax deductible contributions. Each January the IMSB treasurer sends donors letters that acknowledge the accumulated deductible donations from the previous year. This annual letter will acknowledge the amount given that is above the basic rate and serve as documentation for tax deduction purposes. \nCANCELLATION POLICY:\nAll fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first class meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for a future IMSB Thursday Class. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date\, and may be transferred to only one future course. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first class are not eligible for the voucher credit.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/mindfulness-in-the-world-a-practice-based-class-led-by-sharon-allen/2018-02-01/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Thursday Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180130T193000
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Preparing the Mind for Awakening
DESCRIPTION:Preparing The Mind for Awakening: Cultivating The Seven Factors of Awakening\nFor the mind that values freedom. \nSeven qualities offer an effective framework for cultivating the mind\, overcoming the hindrances\, and balancing the energetic and calming forces that develop through meditation. When these seven factors are well developed\, the mind is ripe for awakening. This series will explore each factor to reveal its importance\, function\, and role in the process of awakening. \n\nJanuary 16 – Nourishing Balanced Conditions for Awakening\, with Shaila Catherine\nJanuary 23 – Mindfulness\, with Chris Clifford\nJanuary 30 – – Investigation\,  Bob Stahl will not be able to join us\, we will have a recorded talk\nFebruary 6 – Effort\, Energy\, with Richard Shankman\nFebruary 13 – No meeting. The church needs the room for their event.\nFebruary 20 – Joy\, with Misha Merrill\nFebruary 27 – Tranquility\, with Daniel Bowling\nMarch 6 – Concentration\, with Sean Feit Oakes\nMarch 13 – Equipoise\, Equanimity\, with Oren J. Sofer\nMarch 20 – Practicing the Awakening Factors\, with Shaila Catherine\n\nPlease visit our Teachers Page for biographies and photos of our speakers. \n\nInsight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation programs. Tuesdays we meet in Mountain View for our drop-in weekly program of meditation and teachings. Thursdays we meet in Saratoga for our Dhamma Classroom\, which offer a series of structured courses with registration\, and periodic drop-in practice events. \nToday’s group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/speaker-series-preparing-the-mind-for-awakening/2018-01-30/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
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