We all have the potential to abide in the Brahmaviharas: loving-kindness, compassion, appreciative joy, and equanimity. When we know how to do this, these capacities become an inner wealth, more valuable than any outer riches. To tap into this wealth, Buddhism teaches practices for developing each of the four capacities of the heart. Love doesn’t… Continue reading Quote for the Week
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Beginning Meditation Classes Series ~ July 2 – July 30, 2023
The next series of Beginning Meditation classes is coming in early July. The series will begin on Sunday, July 2, 2023 and continue for 5 Sunday afternoons. The classes will be conducted online via Zoom. The classes are intended to work together to provide an introduction to meditation or serve as a useful “touchstone” for more experienced… Continue reading Beginning Meditation Classes Series ~ July 2 – July 30, 2023
Retreat & Talk with Keri Pederson
Registration is now open for a daylong mindfulness meditation retreat on Saturday, July 8th with Keri Pederson. A graduate of the IMS/Spirit Rock Teacher Training Program, she is a meditation teacher at Seattle Insight Meditation Society. The retreat will be held from 9:00 am until 4:30 pm at All Saints Episcopal Church in Richland. The… Continue reading Retreat & Talk with Keri Pederson
Sangha News 6/12/23
Thursday, 6/15, Chris will give a talk after the 7:00 pm meditation on an approach to well-being described by two researchers who have done pioneering research on the impact of meditation. They describe several qualities that contribute to well-being and talk about how those qualities can be developed through practice. The following Thursday, 6/22, we’ll discuss our… Continue reading Sangha News 6/12/23
Updated Resources for Meditation and Support
The talk for June 15 will briefly summarize the ideas from two research papers by Cortland Dahl and Richie Davidson, two researchers who focus on the impact of meditation and other spiritual practices on well-being. The talk will be self-contained, so no need to read them, but if you’re interested, the two papers are available here:… Continue reading Updated Resources for Meditation and Support
Quote for the Week
“When awareness becomes continuous, remembering and knowing the mind at work, practice becomes effortless. The mind becomes familiar and intimate with itself.” ~ Sayadaw U Tejaniya
Sangha News 5/29/23
**Due to scheduling conflicts, the Saturday in-person meeting on 6/3 will be held at Stellar You Wellness Center (750 Swift Blvd., Suite #17)** On Thursday, 6/1, Chris will give a talk after the 7:00 pm meditation on natural awareness, an approach to meditation where attention is placed on the capacity of the mind and heart… Continue reading Sangha News 5/29/23
Updated Resources for Meditation and Support
A good introduction to natural awareness can be found in this post from Diana Winston: What is Natural Awareness? A more extensive introduction to natural awareness, including suggestions for meditation practice, can be found in this article by Diana Winston: Three Ways to Uncover Your Natural Awareness.
Quote for the Week
“What some meditative traditions call “natural awareness” is a state of being where our focus is on awareness itself rather than on the things we are aware of. It’s “awareness of awareness.” It is generally relaxed, effortless, and spacious.” ~ Diana Winston What is Natural Awareness?
Sangha News 5/15/23
**Due to scheduling conflicts, the Saturday in-person meeting on 5/20 will be held upstairs in the sanctuary at All Saints Episcopal Church.** This Thursday (5/18), we’ll switch to an earlier meeting time of 7:00 pm PDT and we’ll end by 8:30. The format will be the same, so meditation for half an hour, a 5-minute… Continue reading Sangha News 5/15/23