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SUMMARY:Online: What's Vedanā Got to Do With It?
DESCRIPTION:Online: What’s Vedanā Got to Do With It?\n \nwith Elaine Retholtz\n \nMondays\, April 1st – May 13th (skip April 29th)\, 2024  | 9:30am-11:30am ET\n \n\n \nVedanā refers to the immediate feeling tone of pleasant\, unpleasant\, or neutral that arises in every moment of contact.  The Buddha emphasized the importance of being mindful of vedanā\, as it is a key link in Dependent Arising and the generation of suffering or liberation. \nAnd yet\, as poet Tom Hennen wrote: “But usually [these moments] just pass\, mostly unnoticed\, unless they are wildly nice\, like autumn ones full of red maple trees and hazy sunlight\, or if they are grimly awful ones in a winter blizzard that kills the lost traveler and bunches of cattle.” \nIn this course we will investigate our personal experience of vedanā\, the role it plays in fueling craving and aversion\, and the deeply ethical implications it has for our views\, biases\, and motivations for harm. \nRegistration:\nPlease register at the highest level that your generosity offers.\nExplanations of levels follow below.\nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.\nPlease contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \n \nRegistration Fees include Teacher Support\nNew York Insight Meditation Center has streamlined the registration fee levels. Members of our Circle of Friends are eligible to receive 20% off of the Sustaining Rate via a code provided in the email confirming membership\, which you can enter after clicking the Sustaining Level registration. \n*Benefactor Level: Supports NYI’s ability to offer the Subsidized Base. \n**Sustaining Level: This level reflects the actual costs to support this program.  Circle of Friends members eligible for 20% discount with code. Click here to join. \n***Subsidized Base: Made possible by the generosity of Benefactor Level above and other donations to ensure participation by those requiring financial assistance.\n \nIf you have questions about your registration (cancellation policy\, membership discount\, email confirmation\, etc.)\, please read our FAQs. If your question is not addressed in the FAQs\, please email registration@nyimc.org. \nIf you are unable to pay the Subsidized Base Fee\, you can learn about volunteering to offer work exchange and letting us know how much you are able to pay for this program by emailing registration@nyimc.org. \nPlease note that New York Insight records online programs. The recorded content may be discoverable should a legal matter arise. \nBy registering\, I give New York Insight permission to use my text/video/audio for educational or other purposes for the duration of New York Insight activities going forward. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact registration@nyimc.org. \n 
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/whats-vedana-got-to-do-with-it/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Buddhist Studies Courses,Course Series,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T183000
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SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering\n \nwith Elaine Retholtz\n \nWednesday\, April 3rd\, 2024 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET\n \nNew In-Person Location: Still Mind Zendo at 34 West 15th St\, 3rd Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10011\n \nOnline via Zoom – link below \nAlthough Buddhism is often seen as a solitary path\, sangha\, or community\, is an essential part of meditation practice. However\, cultivating this sense of community has been a difficult challenge in this day and age of social isolation and Zoom fatigue. \nThis series of in-person New York Insight community gatherings consists of guided meditation\, a talk by one of our teachers\, followed by group discussion\, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. \nWhether you are brand new to meditation practice\, new to New York Insight\, or are a longtime\, experienced meditator\, all are welcome to join us for this series of in-person community meditation gatherings. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP is not required for online attendance \nPlease join us using this Zoom link:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84034355348?pwd=K3ZEZWpZZGo5aWZzL3RwUzlnK0xPQT09\nMeeting ID: 840 3435 5348 — Passcode: 23\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kb5HHxkZBR \nSpace for in-person attendance is limited. Please reserve your in-person seat below.\n\nPlease arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure an orderly check-in.\nReserved seats will be released at 6:30 PM to our waitlist.\nIf we are sold out\, please sign-up for the waiting list – there may be a gap before the Wait List opens.\nIf you are on the Wait List\, please email registration@nyimc.org between 5:30-6 pm on the day to inquire if space opened up for you to join us.\nWalk-Ins will be admitted if space is available on a first-come basis at the start of the program.\n\nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open it in a new browser. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \n \nNote: for the health and safety of our staff\, teachers\, and community\, please do not come onsite if you are feeling unwell. Please let us know so those on the waiting list will be able to attend. \n 
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/in-person-and-online-community-meditation-gathering-4-3-24/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Evening Events,For Beginners,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T103000
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CREATED:20240219T032731Z
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SUMMARY:Online: Back to Basics to Strengthen Your Practice
DESCRIPTION:Online: Back to Basics to Strengthen Your Practice\n \nwith Bart van Melik\n \nFriday April 5th\, 2024 | 9:00am – 10:30am ET\n \n\n \nThe Buddha taught us to live in harmony with the way things are and to awaken to the truth of suffering and how to end it. This might sound like a lofty goal – especially if we attempt to walk this path alone. \nIt can be very supportive to practice\, in community\, the most basic instructions the Buddha gave: to fully know what it’s like to be human in every moment. \nDuring this online course\, we’ll explore the Buddha’s teachings on welcoming ALL of our experiences in the embrace of a supportive\, loving community. This course will offer empowering instructions and insightful collective reflection that brings us closer to the truth of our experience and each other. \nParticipants are welcome to drop in for a single session or join the full course\, as each session is based on timely subjects and the current needs of participants. \nBeginners and experienced practitioners are welcome. \nRegistration:\nPlease register at the highest level that your generosity offers.\nExplanations of levels follow below.\nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new window for an easier process.\nPlease contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \n \nNew York Insight Meditation Center has streamlined the registration fee levels. Members of our Circle of Friends are eligible to receive 20% off of the Sustaining Rate via a code provided in the email confirming membership\, which you can enter after clicking the Sustaining Level registration. \n*Benefactor Level: Supports NYI’s ability to offer the Subsidized Base. \n**Sustaining Level: This level reflects the actual costs to support this program. Circle of Friends members eligible for 20% discount with code. Click Here to join. \n***Subsidized Base: Made possible by the generosity of Benefactor Level above and other donations to ensure participation by those requiring financial assistance. \nIf you have questions about your registration (cancellation policy\, membership discount\, email confirmation\, etc.)\, please read our FAQs. If your question is not addressed in the FAQs\, please email registration@nyimc.org. \nIf you are unable to pay the Subsidized Base Fee\, you can learn about volunteering to offer work exchange and letting us know how much you are able to pay for this program by emailing registration@nyimc.org. \nPlease note that New York Insight records online programs. The recorded content may be discoverable should a legal matter arise.  \nBy registering\, I give New York Insight permission to use my text/video/audio for educational or other purposes for the duration of New York Insight activities going forward. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact registration@nyimc.org. \n 
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/back-to-basics-to-strengthen-your-practice-3-24-2024-04-05/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T130000
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SUMMARY:Online: Introduction to the Four Noble Truths
DESCRIPTION:Online: Introduction to the Four Noble Truths\n \nwith Amy Selzer and Nancy Glimm\n \nSaturdays\, April 6th – 27th\, 2024 | 10:00am – 1:00pm ET\n \n\n  \nWe all know that being human comes with all different degrees of suffering\, stress\, disappointment\, pain\, joy\, happiness\, pleasant and unpleasant experiences.  \nWhat we often forget is that we have a choice to deepen our experiences of joy and lessen our experiences of dukkha (or suffering\, unsatisfactoriness\, stress). \nThis choice is the essence of the Buddha’s teachings on the Four Noble Truths: There is dukkha\, there is a cause of it\, there is the cessation of it\, and there is a Path of developing qualities that lead to its cessation.  \nIn this four-week class we will look at the truth of our experiences\, and practice how these truths can move us toward more skillful choices and contentment. \nTogether we will meditate\, hear dharma talks\, have engaging group discussions and break-out rooms\, and have assignments and homework.  \nThroughout the course\, you will be encouraged to investigate your experiences through the lens of the Four Noble Truths and you will discover that by just recognizing these truths when they arise\, there is an experience of freedom and peace.  \nRegistration:\nPlease register at the highest level that your generosity offers.\nExplanations of levels follow below.\nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.\nPlease contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \n \nRegistration Fees include Teacher Support\nNew York Insight Meditation Center has streamlined the registration fee levels. Members of our Circle of Friends are eligible to receive 20% off of the Sustaining Rate via a code provided in the email confirming membership\, which you can enter after clicking the Sustaining Level registration. \n*Benefactor Level: Supports NYI’s ability to offer the Subsidized Base. \n**Sustaining Level: This level reflects the actual costs to support this program.  Circle of Friends members eligible for 20% discount with code. Click here to join. \n***Subsidized Base: Made possible by the generosity of Benefactor Level above and other donations to ensure participation by those requiring financial assistance.\n \nIf you have questions about your registration (cancellation policy\, membership discount\, email confirmation\, etc.)\, please read our FAQs. If your question is not addressed in the FAQs\, please email registration@nyimc.org. \nIf you are unable to pay the Subsidized Base Fee\, you can learn about volunteering to offer work exchange and letting us know how much you are able to pay for this program by emailing registration@nyimc.org. \nPlease note that New York Insight records online programs. The recorded content may be discoverable should a legal matter arise. \nBy registering\, I give New York Insight permission to use my text/video/audio for educational or other purposes for the duration of New York Insight activities going forward. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact registration@nyimc.org. \n 
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/introduction-to-the-four-noble-truths/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T210000
DTSTAMP:20240403T205940Z
CREATED:20231126T164022Z
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SUMMARY:Online: AI\, Ethics\, Compassion\, and the Path Ahead
DESCRIPTION:Online: AI\, Ethics\, Compassion\, and the Path Ahead\n \nwith Nikki Mirghafori\n \nTuesday\, April 9th\, 2024 | 7:00pm – 9:00pm ET\n \n\n \nIn the ever-expanding realm of artificial intelligence\, we are beckoned to remember our human essence – the wisdom\, compassion\, and ethical grounding that make us unique. As AI systems weave intricately into our lives and with rising concerns about super-intelligent systems\, it becomes imperative to ensure that they not only echo human intelligence but also human virtues.  \nThe design and use of AI should not be mere reflections of our technical capabilities but\, more importantly\, of our profound spiritual understanding.  \nIn this talk\, we will explore the importance of understanding the values we are individually and collectively optimizing for\, emphasizing the pivotal role personal wisdom\, compassion\, and ethics play in guiding this powerful tool for the greater good. \nRegistration:\nPlease register at the highest level that your generosity offers.\nExplanations of levels follow below.\nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off. If you’re still having trouble with registration\,\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.\nPlease contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.\n \nRegistration Fees include Teacher Support\nNew York Insight Meditation Center has streamlined the registration fee levels. Members of our Circle of Friends are eligible to receive 20% off of the Sustaining Rate via a code provided in the email confirming membership\, which you can enter after clicking the Sustaining Level registration. \n*Benefactor Level: Supports NYI’s ability to offer the Subsidized Base. \n**Sustaining Level: This level reflects the actual costs to support this program.  Circle of Friends members eligible for 20% discount with code. Click here to join. \n***Subsidized Base: Made possible by the generosity of Benefactor Level above and other donations to ensure participation by those requiring financial assistance.\n \nIf you have questions about your registration (cancellation policy\, membership discount\, email confirmation\, etc.)\, please read our FAQs. If your question is not addressed in the FAQs\, please email registration@nyimc.org. \nIf you are unable to pay the Subsidized Base Fee\, you can learn about volunteering to offer work exchange and letting us know how much you are able to pay for this program by emailing registration@nyimc.org. \nPlease note that New York Insight records online programs. The recorded content may be discoverable should a legal matter arise. \nBy registering\, I give New York Insight permission to use my text/video/audio for educational or other purposes for the duration of New York Insight activities going forward. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact registration@nyimc.org. \n 
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/ai-ethics-compassion-and-the-path-ahead/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T203000
DTSTAMP:20240321T223737Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T223737Z
UID:82029-1712773800-1712781000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering\n \nwith Gary Singer\n \nWednesday\, April 10th\, 2024 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET\n \nNew In-Person Location: Still Mind Zendo at 34 West 15th St\, 3rd Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10011\n \nOnline via Zoom – link below \nAlthough Buddhism is often seen as a solitary path\, sangha\, or community\, is an essential part of meditation practice. However\, cultivating this sense of community has been a difficult challenge in this day and age of social isolation and Zoom fatigue. \nThis series of in-person New York Insight community gatherings consists of guided meditation\, a talk by one of our teachers\, followed by group discussion\, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. \nWhether you are brand new to meditation practice\, new to New York Insight\, or are a longtime\, experienced meditator\, all are welcome to join us for this series of in-person community meditation gatherings. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP is not required for online attendance \nPlease join us using this Zoom link:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84034355348?pwd=K3ZEZWpZZGo5aWZzL3RwUzlnK0xPQT09\nMeeting ID: 840 3435 5348 — Passcode: 23\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kb5HHxkZBR \nSpace for in-person attendance is limited. Please reserve your in-person seat below.\n\nPlease arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure an orderly check-in.\nReserved seats will be released at 6:30 PM to our waitlist.\nIf we are sold out\, please sign-up for the waiting list – there may be a gap before the Wait List opens.\nIf you are on the Wait List\, please email registration@nyimc.org between 5:30-6 pm on the day to inquire if space opened up for you to join us.\nWalk-Ins will be admitted if space is available on a first-come basis at the start of the program.\n\nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open it in a new browser. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \n \nNote: for the health and safety of our staff\, teachers\, and community\, please do not come onsite if you are feeling unwell. Please let us know so those on the waiting list will be able to attend.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-meditation-gathering-4-10-24/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Evening Events,For Beginners,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T203000
DTSTAMP:20240321T215540Z
CREATED:20240321T215513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T215540Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering\n \nwith Jon Aaron\n \nWednesday\, April 17th\, 2024 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET\n \nNew In-Person Location: Still Mind Zendo at 34 West 15th St\, 3rd Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10011\n \nOnline via Zoom – link below \nAlthough Buddhism is often seen as a solitary path\, sangha\, or community\, is an essential part of meditation practice. However\, cultivating this sense of community has been a difficult challenge in this day and age of social isolation and Zoom fatigue. \nThis series of in-person New York Insight community gatherings consists of guided meditation\, a talk by one of our teachers\, followed by group discussion\, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. \nWhether you are brand new to meditation practice\, new to New York Insight\, or are a longtime\, experienced meditator\, all are welcome to join us for this series of in-person community meditation gatherings. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP is not required for online attendance \nPlease join us using this Zoom link:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84034355348?pwd=K3ZEZWpZZGo5aWZzL3RwUzlnK0xPQT09\nMeeting ID: 840 3435 5348 — Passcode: 23\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kb5HHxkZBR \nSpace for in-person attendance is limited. Please reserve your in-person seat below.\n\nPlease arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure an orderly check-in.\nReserved seats will be released at 6:30 PM to our waitlist.\nIf we are sold out\, please sign-up for the waiting list – there may be a gap before the Wait List opens.\nIf you are on the Wait List\, please email registration@nyimc.org between 5:30-6 pm on the day to inquire if space opened up for you to join us.\nWalk-Ins will be admitted if space is available on a first-come basis at the start of the program.\n\nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open it in a new browser. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \n \nNote: for the health and safety of our staff\, teachers\, and community\, please do not come onsite if you are feeling unwell. Please let us know so those on the waiting list will be able to attend.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-meditation-gathering-4-17-24/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Evening Events,For Beginners,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T103000
DTSTAMP:20240219T040137Z
CREATED:20240219T032731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T040137Z
UID:81287-1713517200-1713522600@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Back to Basics to Strengthen Your Practice
DESCRIPTION:Online: Back to Basics to Strengthen Your Practice\n \nwith Bart van Melik\n \nFriday\, April 19th\, 2024 | 9:00am – 10:30am ET\n \n\n \nThe Buddha taught us to live in harmony with the way things are and to awaken to the truth of suffering and how to end it. This might sound like a lofty goal – especially if we attempt to walk this path alone. \nIt can be very supportive to practice\, in community\, the most basic instructions the Buddha gave: to fully know what it’s like to be human in every moment. \nDuring this online course\, we’ll explore the Buddha’s teachings on welcoming ALL of our experiences in the embrace of a supportive\, loving community. This course will offer empowering instructions and insightful collective reflection that brings us closer to the truth of our experience and each other. \nParticipants are welcome to drop in for a single session or join the full course\, as each session is based on timely subjects and the current needs of participants. \nBeginners and experienced practitioners are welcome. \nRegistration:\nPlease register at the highest level that your generosity offers.\nExplanations of levels follow below.\nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new window for an easier process.\nPlease contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \n \nNew York Insight Meditation Center has streamlined the registration fee levels. Members of our Circle of Friends are eligible to receive 20% off of the Sustaining Rate via a code provided in the email confirming membership\, which you can enter after clicking the Sustaining Level registration. \n*Benefactor Level: Supports NYI’s ability to offer the Subsidized Base. \n**Sustaining Level: This level reflects the actual costs to support this program. Circle of Friends members eligible for 20% discount with code. Click Here to join. \n***Subsidized Base: Made possible by the generosity of Benefactor Level above and other donations to ensure participation by those requiring financial assistance. \nIf you have questions about your registration (cancellation policy\, membership discount\, email confirmation\, etc.)\, please read our FAQs. If your question is not addressed in the FAQs\, please email registration@nyimc.org. \nIf you are unable to pay the Subsidized Base Fee\, you can learn about volunteering to offer work exchange and letting us know how much you are able to pay for this program by emailing registration@nyimc.org. \nPlease note that New York Insight records online programs. The recorded content may be discoverable should a legal matter arise.  \nBy registering\, I give New York Insight permission to use my text/video/audio for educational or other purposes for the duration of New York Insight activities going forward. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact registration@nyimc.org. \n 
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/back-to-basics-to-strengthen-your-practice-3-24-2024-04-19/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T193000
DTSTAMP:20240315T185211Z
CREATED:20240314T025449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T185211Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person: Presence - The Art of Being At Home in Yourself
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Presence – The Art of Being At Home in Yourself\n \nwith Tracy Cochran\n \nFriday\, April 19th\, 2024 | 6:00pm -7:30pm\n \nLocation: The Rubin Museum of Art at 150 W 17th St\, New York\, NY\n \n\n  \nJoin us for a talk at the Rubin Museum with writer and meditation teacher Tracy Cochran to launch her newest book  Presence: The Art of Being at Home in Yourself. In Presence\, Tracy invites us to live fully in the present moment as a revolutionary practice. Vibrant essays from her storied life give heart-to-heart encouragement to reframe and dive deep into the wonders of our own experience. When we learn to live fully in the present moment\, we connect with the richness of our lives. Start your weekend by resting in embodied awareness\, exploring how the light of compassionate presence can illuminate and expand your life. \nBooks will be available for purchase and a book signing will follow the program.  \n“In sickness and in health\, I am in a long-term committed relationship with life.”—Tracy Cochran \n“Through her vivid storytelling and personal sharing\, Tracy shares insights from her own journey as an offering for all those on the path to awakening.”—Sharon Salzberg  \n“This is a wonderful\, wise\, and tender book. It’s elegant and gifted storytelling will change you—softening your heart\, opening you to the gifts and beauty around you\, bringing you into a presence that we so need in this fast-paced world.”—Jack Kornfield \nRegister Here Through the Rubin Museum Website\n \n \n 
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/presence-the-art-of-being-at-home-in-yourself/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Open to All
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SUMMARY:In-Person: Awake in Urban Nature Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Co-sponsored by: The Interdependence Project (IDP) and Sacred Earth Sangha of NYI\n \nIn-Person: Awake in Urban Nature Meditation\n \nwith Maho Kawachi\n \nSaturday\, April 20th\, 2024 | 10:00am to 12:30pm\n \nLocation: Hudson River Greenway\n \n\n \nPlease join us in honoring Earth Day and the water around us with a guided meditative walk along the Hudson River. While practicing walking\, standing\, and sitting meditation together\, we will engage our five senses\, notice thoughts\, feelings\, and reactions\, and give ourselves an opportunity to open to our body\, heart\, and environment. The class will be conducted in Noble Silence. There will be time for sharing at the end.  \nMeetup time: 9:50am\, light rain or shine. Location: Pier 26 Children’s Playground\, at North Moore Street Walk: (Piers 26 to 57—about 1.3 miles\, wheel chair accessible). \nNOTE: This will be a dana-based event. Your generosity will shared by the teacher\, The Interdependence Project\, and New York Insight. \nQuestions? Please contact ses@nyimc.org \n——————————————————————————————————————————\nThe NYI Sacred Earth Sangha is a community formed around deep practice and conscious engagement of the challenges of the climate/ecological crisis and related social justice issues. \nRegistration:\nPlease register below. If you are able\, registering at the “Supporter” level enables others to attend at the “Subsidized” level. Thank you for your generosity! Early Bird pricing ends three weeks before the event. (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support\, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.) \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off. CLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/awake-in-urban-nature-meditation/
LOCATION:Hudson River Greenway
CATEGORIES:Open to All,Satellite Meditation Groups - Sanghas
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T203000
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UID:82031-1713983400-1713990600@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering\n \nwith Leslie Booker\n \nWednesday\, April 24th\, 2024 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET\n \nNew In-Person Location: Still Mind Zendo at 34 West 15th St\, 3rd Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10011\n \nOnline via Zoom – link below \nAlthough Buddhism is often seen as a solitary path\, sangha\, or community\, is an essential part of meditation practice. However\, cultivating this sense of community has been a difficult challenge in this day and age of social isolation and Zoom fatigue. \nThis series of in-person New York Insight community gatherings consists of guided meditation\, a talk by one of our teachers\, followed by group discussion\, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. \nWhether you are brand new to meditation practice\, new to New York Insight\, or are a longtime\, experienced meditator\, all are welcome to join us for this series of in-person community meditation gatherings. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP is not required for online attendance \nPlease join us using this Zoom link:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84034355348?pwd=K3ZEZWpZZGo5aWZzL3RwUzlnK0xPQT09\nMeeting ID: 840 3435 5348 — Passcode: 23\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kb5HHxkZBR \nSpace for in-person attendance is limited. Please reserve your in-person seat below.\n\nPlease arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure an orderly check-in.\nReserved seats will be released at 6:30 PM to our waitlist.\nIf we are sold out\, please sign-up for the waiting list – there may be a gap before the Wait List opens.\nIf you are on the Wait List\, please email registration@nyimc.org between 5:30-6 pm on the day to inquire if space opened up for you to join us.\nWalk-Ins will be admitted if space is available on a first-come basis at the start of the program.\n\nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open it in a new browser. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \n \nNote: for the health and safety of our staff\, teachers\, and community\, please do not come onsite if you are feeling unwell. Please let us know so those on the waiting list will be able to attend.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-meditation-gathering-4-24-24/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Evening Events,For Beginners,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T103000
DTSTAMP:20240219T040331Z
CREATED:20240219T032731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T040331Z
UID:81288-1714122000-1714127400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Back to Basics to Strengthen Your Practice
DESCRIPTION:Online: Back to Basics to Strengthen Your Practice\n \nwith Bart van Melik\n \nFriday\, April 26th\, 2024 | 9:00am – 10:30am ET\n \n\n \nThe Buddha taught us to live in harmony with the way things are and to awaken to the truth of suffering and how to end it. This might sound like a lofty goal – especially if we attempt to walk this path alone. \nIt can be very supportive to practice\, in community\, the most basic instructions the Buddha gave: to fully know what it’s like to be human in every moment. \nDuring this online course\, we’ll explore the Buddha’s teachings on welcoming ALL of our experiences in the embrace of a supportive\, loving community. This course will offer empowering instructions and insightful collective reflection that brings us closer to the truth of our experience and each other. \nParticipants are welcome to drop in for a single session or join the full course\, as each session is based on timely subjects and the current needs of participants. \nBeginners and experienced practitioners are welcome. \nRegistration:\nPlease register at the highest level that your generosity offers.\nExplanations of levels follow below.\nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new window for an easier process.\nPlease contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \n \nNew York Insight Meditation Center has streamlined the registration fee levels. Members of our Circle of Friends are eligible to receive 20% off of the Sustaining Rate via a code provided in the email confirming membership\, which you can enter after clicking the Sustaining Level registration. \n*Benefactor Level: Supports NYI’s ability to offer the Subsidized Base. \n**Sustaining Level: This level reflects the actual costs to support this program. Circle of Friends members eligible for 20% discount with code. Click Here to join. \n***Subsidized Base: Made possible by the generosity of Benefactor Level above and other donations to ensure participation by those requiring financial assistance. \nIf you have questions about your registration (cancellation policy\, membership discount\, email confirmation\, etc.)\, please read our FAQs. If your question is not addressed in the FAQs\, please email registration@nyimc.org. \nIf you are unable to pay the Subsidized Base Fee\, you can learn about volunteering to offer work exchange and letting us know how much you are able to pay for this program by emailing registration@nyimc.org. \nPlease note that New York Insight records online programs. The recorded content may be discoverable should a legal matter arise.  \nBy registering\, I give New York Insight permission to use my text/video/audio for educational or other purposes for the duration of New York Insight activities going forward. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact registration@nyimc.org. \n 
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/back-to-basics-to-strengthen-your-practice-3-24-2024-04-26/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T213000
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UID:82665-1714505400-1714512600@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person or Online: Community Town Hall Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person or Online: Community Town Hall Gathering\n \nTuesday\, April 30th\, 2024 | 7:30pm – 9:30pm ET (doors open at 7:15pm ET)\n \nIn-Person Location: Balance Arts Center at 151 W 30th Street\, NYC\, in “The Walter” room on the 6th Floor\n \n\n \nNew York Insight’s Leadership Collective would like to invite you to our Community Town Hall Gathering.  \nTogether\, we will have an opportunity to connect with each other\, introduce you to some new people (staff & board)\, provide updates on many wonderful things-including our search for a new home\, share preliminary results from our Community Survey and hear your thoughts on how NYI can continue to support your practice and serve as your spiritual home. \nThere will be plenty of time at the end to socialize and enjoy some refreshments \nWe are looking forward to seeing you! \nTo help us plan for this Town Hall Please RSVP whether in-person or online \nFor Online participation\, please scroll further down to RSVP & a zoom link will be forwarded to you. \nIn-Person Participation RSVP:\nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nIf that doesn’t help\, CLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.\nPlease contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.\n \nOnline Participation RSVP:\nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nIf that doesn’t help\, CLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.\nPlease contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-town-hall-gathering-4-24/
LOCATION:Balance Arts Center\, 151 W 30th St\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All
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