BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//New York Insight Meditation Center - ECPv6.16.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:New York Insight Meditation Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.nyimc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for New York Insight Meditation Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T140000 DTSTAMP:20241219T180919Z CREATED:20241218T210322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T180919Z UID:85742-1735822800-1735826400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: The Second Buddha – A Poetry Reading DESCRIPTION:In-Person: The Second Buddha – A Poetry Reading \nwith Yuyutsu Sharma\n \nThursday\, January 2nd\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nExperience an unforgettable afternoon of poetry and reflection with the Himalayan poet Yuyutsu Sharma. This special event\, “The Second Buddha: A Poetry Reading”\, highlights the poet’s deep connection to Himalayan Buddhism and his extraordinary poetic journey. \nSharma will read from The Second Buddha Walk\, a poetry collection inspired by the Rubin Museum’s “Second Buddha: Master of Time” exhibit\, which celebrates the life and teachings of the ancient Tibetan teacher Guru Padmasambhava. Yuyutsu will delve into the spiritual landscapes that shaped his verses\, weaving a rich tapestry of imagery and insight. \nIn addition to selections from The Second Buddha Walk\, Yuyutsu will share recent works rooted in Nepalese Himalayan Buddhism\, drawing from his acclaimed books\, Milarepa’s Bones\, The Nepal Trilogy\, and Annapurna Poems. These works explore themes of meditation\, pilgrimage\, and the enduring power of sacred geography. \nBeyond the readings\, Yuyutsu will offer a rare glimpse into the transformative role of meditation and shamanic practices across South Asia in shaping his journey as a global traveling poet. His reflections will interlace personal stories\, cultural observations\, and poetic wisdom\, creating a vibrant dialogue between tradition and modernity. \nThe event will conclude with a brief Q&A session\, allowing the audience to engage directly with the poet\, followed by a book signing opportunity. \nDon’t miss this rare chance to witness the lyrical magic and profound spiritual insights of Yuyutsu Sharma\, a poet whose words transcend borders and touch the soul. \nRegistration:\nThis gathering is open to all\, and if you are able\, we invite you to offer dana to New York Insight. Although there is no registration fee and your presence remains the greatest gift\, please consider making an offering through the form below. Much gratitude and appreciation for whatever you may offer. \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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/the-second-buddha-a-poetry-reading-1-2-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Open to All,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Buddha-hands.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T200000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211447Z CREATED:20241211T160300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211447Z UID:85549-1735927200-1735934400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: New York Insight Volunteer Orientation and Training DESCRIPTION:In-Person: New York Insight Volunteer Orientation and Training \nFriday\, January 3\, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n \nJoin us for a warm and welcoming volunteer orientation at New York Insight! Whether you’re a current volunteer\, considering returning\, or new to volunteering with us\, we invite you to this in-person orientation and training. \nThis event is for all new and current volunteers who haven’t yet participated in our NYI volunteer orientation and training. \nDuring this evening you’ll discover what it means to volunteer at NYI\, receive the necessary training\, learn how to sign up to support sits & programs\, as well as explore other opportunities to offer Dana through service. \nA good amount of focus will be on our much-needed Event/Program volunteers. \nEvent/Program Volunteers play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and organized atmosphere for our events. By volunteering\, you will not only support our community but also gain a deeper connection with New York Insight. Our center thrives on the generosity of volunteers like you. \nEvent/Program Volunteers typically arrive an hour before the event and stay for 30 minutes afterward. Duties include preparing the space\, welcoming and registering guests\, orienting visiting teachers\, and helping to clean up. In return\, you can attend the events you volunteer for free. \nTo attend this orientation\, you need to have participated in at least one NYI event. If you haven’t already\, please fill out our Volunteer Inquiry form. \nJoin us on Friday\, January 3 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM! Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly. We look forward to seeing you there and sharing this journey of service together! \nRegistration:\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/volunteer-orientation-and-training-1-3-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Evening Events,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/hands-volunteering-community-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250105T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250105T160000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211453Z CREATED:20241107T012214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211453Z UID:85318-1736071200-1736092800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Day of Insight - A Daylong Meditation Retreat DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Day of Insight – A Daylong Meditation Retreat \nwith Leslie Booker and Lin Wang Gordon \nSunday\, January 5th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 4:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\n“Your worst enemy cannot harm you as much as your own unguarded thoughts.” –The Buddha \nIn modern society we are surrounded by noise – traffic noise\, endless emails and phone calls\, the chatter of people\, and so forth. A silent retreat day is essentially a period of extended inward reflection\, allowing you to achieve a greater clarity of mind. \nThis retreat day will be one of noble silence for those who want to deepen their practice. It will include sitting\, walking\, and select inspirational readings for contemplation. Individual interviews will be available. Participants are welcome to bring their lunch to maintain the meditative atmosphere and concentration. \nIn-Person Registration:\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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.\n \nOnline Registration:\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. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/day-of-insight-a-daylong-meditation-retreat-1-5-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/smile.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T180000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211458Z CREATED:20241206T154625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211458Z UID:85508-1736183700-1736186400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Grounding and Energizing Yoga Flow DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Grounding and Energizing Yoga Flow \nwith Pauline Leung \nMonday\, January 6th\, 2025 | 5:15pm – 6:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nWork demands\, constant connectivity\, and hours of sitting can leave your body and mind feeling stiff and drained. Why not take a well-deserved break to move\, recharge\, and feel good? \nIn this yoga class\, you’ll enjoy flowing sequences and smooth transitions designed to help you release tension\, restore energy\, and bring more ease into your movement. The class is not about perfecting poses\, but about finding balance\, feeling great\, and creating energy that lasts beyond the mat. \nJoin yoga teacher Pauline Leung for a grounding and energizing session that’s perfect for all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned yoga practitioner or just curious to try something new\, this class is your space to refresh\, reconnect\, and have a good time. \nYoga mats are provided\, but feel free to bring your own. \nThis offering is part of New York Insight’s Mindful Movement series. \nRegistration:\nPlease register below for one or more sessions in this series. (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/grounding-and-energizing-yoga-flow-2025-01-06/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Mindful Movement,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Embodied-Yoga-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T203000 DTSTAMP:20241122T205543Z CREATED:20241122T205008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T205543Z UID:85442-1736274600-1736281800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Insight 101 – Intro to Vipassana Meditation DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Insight 101 – Intro to Vipassana Meditation\n \nwith Lani Miller\n \nTuesdays\, January 7th – February 11th | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\n \nThere are many types of meditation and many reasons why one might be drawn to it. Meditation can be a powerful way to reduce stress. It can also help us to understand and relate to challenging feelings in healthier ways. \nAlong with these possible benefits\, and perhaps most importantly\, meditation offers us the opportunity to learn to be fully present and open to whatever is happening in our own experience\, just as it is. Through this kind attention\, happiness and peace grow in our lives; we learn to be kinder and more accepting of ourselves and bring this awareness into our relationships and the world we share. \nIf you’ve been wanting to learn how to meditate or refresh and renew the meditation practice you already have\, we invite you to join this six-week meditation course to explore the practice of Insight (Vipassana) meditation in a warm\, supportive environment. \nWe will emphasize experiential practice\, including instructions for sitting and walking meditation\, and explore how we can bring this practice of presence into our everyday lives. \nClasses will include time for practice\, talks\, guidance from the teacher\, and plenty of time for sharing and Q&A. Each week suggestions and supports will be offered for exploring and sustaining your practice in between classes. \nIn-Person Registration:\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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nOnline Registration:\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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/insight-101-intro-to-vipassana-meditation-1-7-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Course Series,For Beginners,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/people-meditators-meditating-group-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T210000 DTSTAMP:20241202T043416Z CREATED:20241202T040831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T043416Z UID:85475-1736274600-1736283600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation\n \nwith Margrit Pittman-Polletta\n \nTuesday\, January 7th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\n \n\n \nIn this free MBSR session\, we will explore mindfulness practices that are accessible to individuals of any background and experience level. It will also offer insight into reclaiming control over one’s well-being\, cultivating resilience\, and embracing a life of mindful presence. \nYou will be introduced to the origins of MBSR\, its profound impact on global well-being\, and powerful relevance to your life. You’ll delve deep into the heart of mindfulness\, discovering what it truly means to live in the present moment with clarity\, purpose\, and unwavering authenticity. Through the research findings\, you’ll witness the tangible benefits of mindfulness that range from reducing stress and anxiety to enhancing overall health and vitality. \nYou’ll receive practical guidance on the MBSR program’s details—from class logistics and home assignments to the commitment required for maximum impact. Together\, we’ll assess whether this journey is the right fit for you at this moment in your life. \nThe MBSR Orientation is an invitation to the first step to a journey that will change how you perceive yourself\, others\, and the world around you. \nIf you’re interested in joining our next in-person MBSR course on Tuesdays\, January 14th – March 11th\, 2025 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm\, click here for more info and registration. \nFree Orientation Registration:\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/free-mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-mbsr-orientation-1-7-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:For Beginners,MBSR & Related Courses,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/meditation3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T120000 DTSTAMP:20241202T035840Z CREATED:20241122T212126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T035840Z UID:85443-1736330400-1736337600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: Finding Joy and Grace in Uncertainty - An Eight-Week Course DESCRIPTION:Online: Finding Joy and Grace in Uncertainty – An Eight-Week Course\n \nwith Jon Aaron\n \nWednesdays\, January 8th – February 26th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 12:00pm ET\n \n\n \nWe live in what can be described as an uncertain\, “poly-crisis” moment\, with multiple existential threats: climate change\, numerous wars\, failing democratic norms\, widening social inequities\, and extreme polarization. \nMany of us feel this deeply\, physically\, and for some\, materially as well. Sometimes this compounds the smaller-scale crises in our lives. The mind tumbles into catastrophizing and what some call “horrified anxiety”—a close enemy of karuna\, compassion. \nIn fact\, every moment is uncertain. The Buddhist tradition characterized the world we live in as one of anicca\, or impermanence; it’s one of the three marks of existence. \nWhile we can accept\, understand\, and experience this\, the current state of the world might cause considerable anxiety\, if not outright panic and fear. \nBut the Buddha’s teachings offer a way to transcend this and become free\, regardless of our circumstances. Everything arises from causes and conditions\, and conditioned things are impermanent and lack any solid\, fixed nature. Everything is always on shaky ground—and\, on the upside\, much is possible. We can experience that non-fixedness as dukkha\, or suffering\, but that’s not the end of the story. Non-fixedness is also infinite potential\, possibility\, creativity. \nJoin us for an online eight-week course with New York Insight Teacher Jon Aaron exploring how we can live with uncertainty\, not from a place of fear but with buoyancy\, curiosity\, and ease. We’ll discover how the teachings provide practical ways of coping with these various threats and how we can cultivate joy in uncertainty instead of battling it in the doomed hope of clinging to certainties that ultimately will not last. \nEach class will include a period of meditation\, a talk\, and time for discussion. \nBy strengthening our capacity for joy and grace\, we can move forward into the muck (personal and societal) with compassion and fortitude\, however that arises within each of us. \nAll classes will be online via Zoom and recordings of the sessions will be available to all participants. \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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/cultivating-joy-in-uncertainty/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/woman-silhouette-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T180000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211509Z CREATED:20241206T165148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211509Z UID:85518-1736356500-1736359200@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Tai Chi - Meditation in Motion DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion \nwith Marijke Eliasberg \nWednesday\, January 8th\, 2025 | 5:15pm – 6:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nIn the Insight\, or vipassana\, meditation tradition\, we talk a lot about noticing the breath\, but what about the rest of the body? \nIn fact\, tai chi is often referred to as “meditation in motion.” This practice is one of slowing down while still feeling energized\, and learning to relax our muscles while maintaining precision. \nThis practice is well-suited to do before sitting meditation—tai chi is one way to get in touch with the wholeness of the breathing body. Some benefits of tai chi include improved muscle strength\, balance\, and flexibility\, and an increase in energy and focus. \nJoin Marijke Eliasberg\, a certified shifu (teacher) of tai chi\, to reconnect with your body and breath\, and empower yourself with basic tools to help maintain a balanced and healthy mind. Eliasberg is a long-time student of the tai chi Great Grandmaster William C. C. Chen\, and is excited to share the joys of practicing this art with the NYI community. \nAll are welcome! No previous experience with tai chi is required to join the sessions. \nThis offering is part of New York Insight’s Mindful Movement series. \nRegistration:\nPlease register below for one or more sessions in this series. (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/tai-chi-meditation-in-motion-2025-01-08/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Mindful Movement,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/tai-chi-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T203000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211522Z CREATED:20241211T162333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211522Z UID:85551-1736361000-1736368200@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\, January 8th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\n \nOnline via Zoom – link below\n \n\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:\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84295281177?pwd=XW9B1LV6OF3ePkfVwOMWO6pcxkeXxk.1\nMeeting ID: 842 9528 1177\nPasscode: 123\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-meditation-gathering-1-8-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,For Beginners,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/meditators-group-compressed-final.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T124500 DTSTAMP:20241218T211526Z CREATED:20241213T200953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211526Z UID:85580-1736424000-1736426700@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Chair Yoga – Gentle Movement for Everyday Life DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Chair Yoga – Gentle Movement for Everyday Life \nwith Ann Megyas \nThursday\, January 9th\, 2025 | 12:00pm – 12:45pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nIn these 45-minute classes\, we’ll focus on mind-body awareness\, emotional regulation\, and gently building strength and flexibility. You’ll also learn how to bring this practice home into your daily life\, and how\, just like with your meditation practice\, even small practice sessions\, done consistently\, can result in transformational changes in your life. \nCome join us on Thursdays this winter and see how easily a yoga practice can fit into your life! \nThis offering is part of New York Insight’s Mindful Movement series. \n  \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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/chair-yoga-gentle-movement-for-everyday-life-1-9-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Mindful Movement,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/yoga-2-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T134500 DTSTAMP:20241218T211634Z CREATED:20241213T154456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211634Z UID:85566-1736427600-1736430300@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation\n \nwith Kimberly Brown\n \nThursday\, January 9th\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 1:45pm\n \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nPractice the art of attention in this weekly meditation session hosted and curated by the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art. \nFor centuries Himalayan practitioners have used meditation to quiet the mind\, open the heart\, calm the nervous system\, and increase focus. Mindfulness Meditation is a refuge from the world around us\, as well as an opportunity to engage with it more consciously. \nInspired by works of art from the Rubin’s collection and guided by expert teachers\, each session is framed around a monthly theme. The sessions are open to beginners and skilled meditators alike and include an opening talk\, a 20-minute meditation session\, and a closing discussion. \nLooking for more Mindfulness Meditation? Listen to the Mindfulness Meditation podcast on Apple Podcasts\, Spotify\, or wherever you listen to podcasts. \nRegistration:\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/rubin-museum-mindfulness-meditation-1-9-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Open to All,Rubin ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Rubin-event-Image-compressed-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T203000 DTSTAMP:20241219T133413Z CREATED:20241127T172436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T133413Z UID:85466-1736447400-1736454600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Awakening the Body - Somatic Meditation\, the Felt Sense\, and Nervous System Resilience DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Awakening the Body – Somatic Meditation\, the Felt Sense\, and Nervous System Resilience\n \nwith Kathy Cherry\n \nThursday\, January 9th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\n \nIn our tumultuous world\, it’s no surprise that we may often feel disconnected from ourselves\, our bodies\, and the present moment. But this disconnection can leave us feeling overwhelmed\, anxious\, or stuck in stress patterns. \nWithout tools to ground ourselves\, we often miss the inner guidance that fosters resilience\, clarity\, and peace. \nOver the course of this evening\, you’ll learn somatic meditation\, Buddhist mindfulness\, and Somatic Experiencing® (SE) techniques to help you reconnect deeply with yourself. Drawing on the combined wisdom of mindfulness and SE\, this class offers powerful practices to regulate the nervous system\, access embodied awareness\, and develop a compassionate relationship with your inner experience. \nGuided by principles of mindful awareness and SE’s focus on nervous system resilience\, you’ll learn to cultivate your “felt sense”—an intuitive way of tuning into body sensations and emotions as guides to your inner state. \nThrough gentle somatic exercises\, mindful movement\, and meditation\, you’ll release tension\, calm the nervous system\, and foster a grounded presence. \nEveryone is welcome to participate\, regardless of experience with meditation or body-based practices. Please bring a journal for taking notes. \nIn-Person Registration:\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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nOnline Registration:\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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/awakening-the-body-somatic-meditation-the-felt-sense-and-nervous-system-resilience/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Mindfulness,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/K_Cherry_Headshot.2024.4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T130000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211646Z CREATED:20241031T030626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211646Z UID:85272-1736676000-1736686800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: Life and Death Through the Eyes and Heart of the Buddha DESCRIPTION:Online: Life and Death Through the Eyes and Heart of the Buddha \nwith Amy Selzer and Nancy Glimm \nSunday\, January 12th\, February 2nd\, March 2nd\, April 6th\, May 4th\, June 8th\, July 6th\, August 3rd\, September 7th\, October 5th\, November 2nd\, December 7th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm ET\n \n\nDo you think about your life as if it will never end? If you woke up each morning\, knowing you only had a year to live\, what would change? How might fear—or the busy “doing mind”—keep you from experiencing life as it is? What would happen if you awoke each day with play\, appreciation\, and joy? \nUntil we are directly confronted with mortality most of us don’t ask ourselves these questions. And without the right tools\, our resistance to death can leave us feeling afraid and isolated. \nThis course is about living fully in each moment of your life through the Buddha’s perspective—his core teachings. We will explore our thoughts and feelings about dying and how this process awakens us all to the preciousness of this life. Once a month for all of 2025\, we will meet to discuss how Buddhist teachings can help us greet death with an open\, loving mind. \nThese sessions are not just for those who society labels as “aging.” People of all ages and those interested in living life to the fullest are welcome. \nKnow that your registration in this class is a commitment to participate for the entire year in this process of discovery. There may be moments of sadness\, extraordinary joy\, and everything in between. Join us\, as we create a community that grows together and supports each other on this journey. \nPlease note\, the class size for this program is limited to 30 students\, so please register early if interested. \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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/life-and-death-through-the-eyes-and-heart-of-the-buddha/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/goldbuddha-e1547008439422.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T160000 DTSTAMP:20250110T211339Z CREATED:20241213T203930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T211339Z UID:85592-1736690400-1736697600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Community Potluck DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Community Potluck \nSunday\, January 12th\, 2025 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm (Doors Open at 1:30pm) \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nYou’re invited to join us for our Monthly Sangha Potluck in our beautiful center. \nAll are welcome — whether you’ve been a part of our community for years or are brand new to NYIMC and meditation. \nThe event will begin with a guided meditation and blessing of the meal. \nPlease bring a vegetarian or vegan offering to add to our delicious spread! Looking forward to sharing this time with you. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegistration:\nThis gathering is open to all\, and if you are able\, we invite you to offer dana to New York Insight. Although there is no registration fee and your presence remains the greatest gift\, please consider making an offering through the form below. Much gratitude and appreciation for whatever you may offer. \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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-potluck-1-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/NYIgatheringwebsite.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T210000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211654Z CREATED:20241202T042624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211654Z UID:85476-1736879400-1736888400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course\n \nwith Margrit Pittman-Polletta\n \n\nRequired In-Person Orientation: Tuesday\, January 7th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\nIn-Person Course: Tuesdays\, January 14th – March 11th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\nIn-Person Daylong: Sunday\, February 23rd\, 2025 | 9:30am – 5:00pm\n \nPlease Note: This course skips Tuesday\, January 21st\, 2025\n \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street on the 12th Floor\n \n\nNew York Insight offers ongoing classes in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)\, the ground-breaking and time-tested\, scientifically researched program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn in 1979 for the University of Massachusetts Medical School. \nThis transformative course is suited for those coming to meditation for the first time or for experienced meditators who realize they have not yet integrated these practices fully into their lives. The teaching of MBSR at NY Insight is offered by seasoned MBSR teachers\, most of whom are certified by the University of Massachusetts Center for Mindfulness. All of our teachers have decades of meditation practice and study and between them have taught well over 200 cycles of this seminal 8-Week curriculum. \nWhat To Expect:\nMBSR uses meditation\, mindful yoga\, and inquiry/discussion as a way of exploring the habits of the mind to discover how these patterns of reactivity become a major cause of stress and where we could intervene to change them. MBSR helps participants learn to alter their relationship with each moment of their lives and through it derive more joy\, fulfillment\, and meaning from their lives. Classes usually have 25-30 participants but may be smaller. The course is experiential: by paying attention to what arises in daily and class practice\, and through exploring the challenges that arise and how these are met\, a supportive and safe container is created for students to feel connected and be inspired. Participants are supported by recorded guided meditations and are expected to practice 30-45 minutes of daily formal meditation as well as various informal practices. \nBenefits of MBSR:\nResearch over the past 38 years indicates that a majority of people who complete this program report a greater ability to cope more effectively with short and long term stressful situations; an increased ability to relax\, lasting decreases in physical and psychological symptoms; reduction in pain levels and enhanced ability to cope with chronic pain and most importantly a greater energy and enthusiasm for life. Some of the Skills People Learn in MBSR Courses: Practical coping skills to improve the ability to handle stressful situations\, Methods for being physically and mentally relaxed and at ease\, Gentle full-body conditioning exercises to strengthen the body and release muscular tension\, The ability to be increasingly aware of the interplay of mind and body in health and illness\, The ability to face change and difficult times in your life with greater ease\, Greater ability to decrease the physical\, mental and emotional effects of the societal stressors of sexism\, racism\, homophobia. \nSome of the Skills People Learn in MBSR Courses: \n\nPractical coping skills to improve the ability to handle stressful situations\nTechniques for being physically and mentally relaxed and at ease\nGentle full body conditioning exercises to strengthen the body and release muscular tension\nThe ability to be increasingly aware of the interplay of mind and body in health and illness\nThe ability to face change and difficult times in life with greater ease\nGreater ability to decrease the physical\, mental and emotional effects of the societal stressors of sexism\, racism\, homophobia\, xenophobia and gender inequity among many other challenges\n\nCourse Dates: \nRequired In-Person Orientation Tuesday\, January 7th\, 2025 | 6:30 – 9:00pm\nIn-Person CourseTuesdays\, January 14th – March 11th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\nIn-Person DaylongSunday\, February 23rd\, 2025 | 9:30am – 5:00pm \nSliding Scale Course Fee: Sustaining $625 – Base $350 \nPlease choose your rate mindfully and be as generous as possible so that NYI can continue to offer financial assistance to those in need of other NYI offerings. It is important when considering this class to make sure your schedule allows you to attend all 8 sessions. We currently don’t have any MBSR financial assistance at this time. \nPlease note that registration for the course includes registration for the MBSR orientation. If you only want to attend the orientation (to learn more about the program) you can register here. \nRegister for the MBSR Course:\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-mbsr-course-1-14-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Course Series,Evening Events,For Beginners,MBSR & Related Courses,Mindfulness,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/image-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T123000 DTSTAMP:20241115T023210Z CREATED:20241115T002809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T023210Z UID:85411-1736933400-1736944200@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation\n \nwith Elaine Retholtz\n \nWednesday\, January 15th\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm\n \n\n \nIn this free MBSR session\, we will explore mindfulness practices that are accessible to individuals of any background and experience level. It will also offer insight into reclaiming control over one’s well-being\, cultivating resilience\, and embracing a life of mindful presence. \nYou will be introduced to the origins of MBSR\, its profound impact on global well-being\, and powerful relevance to your life. You’ll delve deep into the heart of mindfulness\, discovering what it truly means to live in the present moment with clarity\, purpose\, and unwavering authenticity. Through the research findings\, you’ll witness the tangible benefits of mindfulness that range from reducing stress and anxiety to enhancing overall health and vitality. \nYou’ll receive practical guidance on the MBSR program’s details—from class logistics and home assignments to the commitment required for maximum impact. Together\, we’ll assess whether this journey is the right fit for you at this moment in your life. \nThe MBSR Orientation is an invitation to the first step to a journey that will change how you perceive yourself\, others\, and the world around you. \nIf you’re interested in joining our next in-person MBSR course on Wednesdays\, January 22nd – March 12th\, 2025 from 9:30am – 12:00pm ET\, click here for more info and registration. \nFree Orientation Registration:\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/free-mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-mbsr-orientation-1-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:For Beginners,MBSR & Related Courses,Mindfulness,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/meditation6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T180000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211701Z CREATED:20241206T165148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211701Z UID:85520-1736961300-1736964000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Tai Chi - Meditation in Motion DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion \nwith Marijke Eliasberg \nWednesday\, January 15th\, 2025 | 5:15pm – 6:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nIn the Insight\, or vipassana\, meditation tradition\, we talk a lot about noticing the breath\, but what about the rest of the body? \nIn fact\, tai chi is often referred to as “meditation in motion.” This practice is one of slowing down while still feeling energized\, and learning to relax our muscles while maintaining precision. \nThis practice is well-suited to do before sitting meditation—tai chi is one way to get in touch with the wholeness of the breathing body. Some benefits of tai chi include improved muscle strength\, balance\, and flexibility\, and an increase in energy and focus. \nJoin Marijke Eliasberg\, a certified shifu (teacher) of tai chi\, to reconnect with your body and breath\, and empower yourself with basic tools to help maintain a balanced and healthy mind. Eliasberg is a long-time student of the tai chi Great Grandmaster William C. C. Chen\, and is excited to share the joys of practicing this art with the NYI community. \nAll are welcome! No previous experience with tai chi is required to join the sessions. \nThis offering is part of New York Insight’s Mindful Movement series. \nRegistration:\nPlease register below for one or more sessions in this series. (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/tai-chi-meditation-in-motion-2025-01-15/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Mindful Movement,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/tai-chi-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T203000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211909Z CREATED:20241213T162035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211909Z UID:85575-1736965800-1736973000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Gary Singer \nWednesday\, January 15th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor \nOnline via Zoom – link below\n \n\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:\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84295281177?pwd=XW9B1LV6OF3ePkfVwOMWO6pcxkeXxk.1\nMeeting ID: 842 9528 1177\nPasscode: 123\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-meditation-gathering-1-15-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,For Beginners,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/meditators-group-compressed-final.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T124500 DTSTAMP:20241218T211830Z CREATED:20241213T200953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211830Z UID:85581-1737028800-1737031500@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Chair Yoga – Gentle Movement for Everyday Life DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Chair Yoga – Gentle Movement for Everyday Life \nwith Ann Megyas \nThursday\, January 16th\, 2025 | 12:00pm – 12:45pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nIn these 45-minute classes\, we’ll focus on mind-body awareness\, emotional regulation\, and gently building strength and flexibility. You’ll also learn how to bring this practice home into your daily life\, and how\, just like with your meditation practice\, even small practice sessions\, done consistently\, can result in transformational changes in your life. \nCome join us on Thursdays this winter and see how easily a yoga practice can fit into your life! \nThis offering is part of New York Insight’s Mindful Movement series. \n  \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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/chair-yoga-gentle-movement-for-everyday-life-1-16-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Mindful Movement,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/yoga-2-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T134500 DTSTAMP:20241218T211833Z CREATED:20241213T155118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211833Z UID:85570-1737032400-1737035100@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation \nwith Elaine Retholtz \nThursday\, January 16th\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 1:45pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nPractice the art of attention in this weekly meditation session hosted and curated by the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art. \nFor centuries Himalayan practitioners have used meditation to quiet the mind\, open the heart\, calm the nervous system\, and increase focus. Mindfulness Meditation is a refuge from the world around us\, as well as an opportunity to engage with it more consciously. \nInspired by works of art from the Rubin’s collection and guided by expert teachers\, each session is framed around a monthly theme. The sessions are open to beginners and skilled meditators alike and include an opening talk\, a 20-minute meditation session\, and a closing discussion. \nLooking for more Mindfulness Meditation? Listen to the Mindfulness Meditation podcast on Apple Podcasts\, Spotify\, or wherever you listen to podcasts. \nRegistration:\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/rubin-museum-mindfulness-meditation-1-16-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Open to All,Rubin ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Rubin-event-Image-compressed-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T200000 DTSTAMP:20250115T175312Z CREATED:20241218T171333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T175312Z UID:85731-1737136800-1737144000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: How to Detox and Transform Our Emotions DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: How to Detox and Transform Our Emotions\n \nwith Michel Pascal\n \nFriday January 17th\, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nSo many of us set out to start the new year with a long list of resolutions. In fact\, this often creates unnecessary stress and pressure to be “better\,” creating a cycle of trying and failing. In the midst of this striving\, it’s important to allow time and space for personal reflection. \nJoin NYIMC for a night of creativity\, meditation\, and community. Over the course of two hours\, renowned singer\, author\, and meditation teacher Michel Pascal will lead a guided “emotional detox” to encourage the release of stress and negative emotions\, as well as a meditation on how we maintain a calm mind by tapping into our inner groundedness. Michel will end the evening with a chanting session designed to reset your mind and body. \nEveryone is welcome\, but spaces are limited—please reserve your spot in advance! \n \nAfter this event\, stay for the evening Artist Salon and Cafe for refreshments and discussion. \nIn-Person Registration:\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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nOnline Registration:\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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/how-to-detox-and-transform-our-emotions-1-17-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/michel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T213000 DTSTAMP:20241213T193114Z CREATED:20241205T014909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T193114Z UID:85500-1737144000-1737149400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: New York Insight Artist Salon and Café DESCRIPTION:In-Person: New York Insight Artist Salon and Café\n \nFriday\, January 17th\, 2025 | 8:00pm – 9:30pm ET\n \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\n  \nNew York Insight’s Artist Salon and Café is a monthly gathering is designed for artists and art lovers to come together\, socialize\, and exchange ideas in a mindful and creative space. \nEvent Highlights: \nArtist Meet and Greet: Connect with fellow artists and art enthusiasts. Share your creative journey and learn about others’ experiences and practices. \nCafé Delights: Enjoy a variety of beverages including coffee\, tea\, and cold drinks. Savor delicious sweets and treats from our café while you relax and mingle. \nWhat to Expect: \nA welcoming space for artists of all levels and mediums\nOpportunities to share and receive feedback on your work\nInsightful discussions that deepen your understanding of the connection between mindfulness and art\nA chance to build lasting connections within our artist community\n  \nThis is one of the many community events we aim to offer monthly\, providing a continuous platform for artistic and mindful growth. Whether you’re an established artist\, a beginner\, or simply an art lover\, our Artist Salon and Café is the perfect place to find inspiration and camaraderie. \nRSVP:\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/new-york-insight-artist-salon-and-cafe-1-17-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Art-Cafe-2-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T170000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211842Z CREATED:20241115T025833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211842Z UID:85413-1737194400-1737219600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Buddhist Meditation and Internal Family Systems – A Daylong Retreat DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Buddhist Meditation and Internal Family Systems – A Daylong Retreat\n \nwith Ralph de la Rosa\n \nSaturday\, January 18th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 4:00pm ET\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nThe Buddha taught that radical compassion is synonymous with full awakening\, and that one must begin with compassion for oneself. Compassion is a healer\, an alchemical force\, a grossly underestimated state of heart and mind. Self-compassion could heal every part of you\, if you stayed with it long enough. Self-compassion opens the door to the deepest of insights. \nThis daylong retreat is a primer in how to open to this presence in meditation and extend it towards parts of the psyche stuck on the treadmill of affliction. Utilizing the integration of Buddhism and the Internal Family Systems model presented in Ralph De La Rosa’s new book Outshining Trauma\, this daylong retreat will offer you: \n•Teachings from the Buddhist Lojong\n•A crash course in IFS and why it complements the Dharma so well\n•Breath techniques for opening space in the heart-mind\n•Meditations for directly experiencing of buddha nature\n•Meditations for extending self-compassion to parts of the psyche caught in affliction \nThis retreat is open to all levels and experience of practice. Please bring pen and paper. \nIn-Person Registration:\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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nOnline Registration:\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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/buddhist-meditation-and-internal-family-systems-a-daylong-retreat/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Ralph-De-La-Rosa-20.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T160000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211849Z CREATED:20241212T182211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211849Z UID:85556-1737280800-1737302400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Day of Refuge — Navigating Tumultuous Times with Clarity\, Humor\, and Strength DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Day of Refuge — Navigating Tumultuous Times with Clarity\, Humor\, and Strength \nwith Leslie Booker \nSunday\, January 19th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 4:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nWe are in the midst of a great sea change\, both politically and socially. We are being asked to divest—in companies\, political institutions\, or organizations that have disappointed us. Although there is something incredibly powerful in divesting\, it’s important to decide what we are choosing to invest in. What clouds the heart and mind so often is centering what we’re fighting against instead of what we’re fighting for. \nOver the course of this day of practice\, we’ll learn how to invest in ourselves. The poet Audre Lorde wrote\, “Caring for myself is not self-indulgent\, it is self-preservation and that is an act of political warfare.” \nTogether\, we’ll discover how staying present with the breath and in our bodies is actually an act of self-preservation and a tool to build emotional resilience. \nOn the eve of the inauguration and Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day\, join New York Insight’s Guiding Teacher Leslie Booker for a day of refuge and care. This retreat will be held in Noble Silence. \nIn-Person Registration:\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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.\n \nOnline Registration:\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. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/day-of-refuge-1-19-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Daylong Retreats,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Booker-Compressed-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T180000 DTSTAMP:20250108T002350Z CREATED:20241206T154625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T002350Z UID:85513-1737393300-1737396000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Grounding and Energizing Yoga Flow DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Grounding and Energizing Yoga Flow \nwith Pauline Leung \nMondays\, January 20th\, January 27th\, and February 3rd\, 2025 | 5:15pm – 6:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nWork demands\, constant connectivity\, and hours of sitting can leave your body and mind feeling stiff and drained. Why not take a well-deserved break to move\, recharge\, and feel good? \nIn this yoga class\, you’ll enjoy flowing sequences and smooth transitions designed to help you release tension\, restore energy\, and bring more ease into your movement. The class is not about perfecting poses\, but about finding balance\, feeling great\, and creating energy that lasts beyond the mat. \nJoin yoga teacher Pauline Leung for a grounding and energizing session that’s perfect for all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned yoga practitioner or just curious to try something new\, this class is your space to refresh\, reconnect\, and have a good time. \nYoga mats are provided\, but feel free to bring your own. \nThis offering is part of New York Insight’s Mindful Movement series. \nRegistration:\nPlease register below for one or more sessions in this series. (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/grounding-and-energizing-yoga-flow-2025-01-20/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Mindful Movement,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Embodied-Yoga-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T120000 DTSTAMP:20241218T211900Z CREATED:20241115T022919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211900Z UID:85412-1737538200-1737547200@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course\n \nwith Elaine Retholtz\n \n\nIn-Person Course: Wednesdays\, January 22nd – March 12th\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm\nIn-Person Daylong: Saturday\, February 22nd\, 2025 | 9:30am – 5:00pm\n \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street on the 12th Floor\n \n\nNew York Insight offers ongoing classes in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)\, the ground-breaking and time-tested\, scientifically researched program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn in 1979 for the University of Massachusetts Medical School. \nThis transformative course is suited for those coming to meditation for the first time or for experienced meditators who realize they have not yet integrated these practices fully into their lives. The teaching of MBSR at NY Insight is offered by seasoned MBSR teachers\, most of whom are certified by the University of Massachusetts Center for Mindfulness. All of our teachers have decades of meditation practice and study and between them have taught well over 200 cycles of this seminal 8-Week curriculum. \nWhat To Expect:\nMBSR uses meditation\, mindful yoga\, and inquiry/discussion as a way of exploring the habits of the mind to discover how these patterns of reactivity become a major cause of stress and where we could intervene to change them. MBSR helps participants learn to alter their relationship with each moment of their lives and through it derive more joy\, fulfillment\, and meaning from their lives. Classes usually have 25-30 participants but may be smaller. The course is experiential: by paying attention to what arises in daily and class practice\, and through exploring the challenges that arise and how these are met\, a supportive and safe container is created for students to feel connected and be inspired. Participants are supported by recorded guided meditations and are expected to practice 30-45 minutes of daily formal meditation as well as various informal practices. \nBenefits of MBSR:\nResearch over the past 38 years indicates that a majority of people who complete this program report a greater ability to cope more effectively with short and long term stressful situations; an increased ability to relax\, lasting decreases in physical and psychological symptoms; reduction in pain levels and enhanced ability to cope with chronic pain and most importantly a greater energy and enthusiasm for life. Some of the Skills People Learn in MBSR Courses: Practical coping skills to improve the ability to handle stressful situations\, Methods for being physically and mentally relaxed and at ease\, Gentle full-body conditioning exercises to strengthen the body and release muscular tension\, The ability to be increasingly aware of the interplay of mind and body in health and illness\, The ability to face change and difficult times in your life with greater ease\, Greater ability to decrease the physical\, mental and emotional effects of the societal stressors of sexism\, racism\, homophobia. \nSome of the Skills People Learn in MBSR Courses: \n\nPractical coping skills to improve the ability to handle stressful situations\nTechniques for being physically and mentally relaxed and at ease\nGentle full body conditioning exercises to strengthen the body and release muscular tension\nThe ability to be increasingly aware of the interplay of mind and body in health and illness\nThe ability to face change and difficult times in life with greater ease\nGreater ability to decrease the physical\, mental and emotional effects of the societal stressors of sexism\, racism\, homophobia\, xenophobia and gender inequity among many other challenges\n\nCourse Dates: \nRequired In-Person Orientation Wednesday\, January 15th\, 2025\nIn-Person Course Wednesdays\, January 22nd – March 12th\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm\nIn-Person DaylongSaturday\, February 22nd\, 2025 | 9:30am – 5:00pm \nSliding Scale Course Fee: Sustaining $625 – Base $350 \nPlease choose your rate mindfully and be as generous as possible so that NYI can continue to offer financial assistance to those in need of other NYI offerings. It is important when considering this class to make sure your schedule allows you to attend all 8 sessions. We currently don’t have any MBSR financial assistance at this time. \nPlease note that registration for the course includes registration for the MBSR orientation. If you only want to attend the orientation (to learn more about the program) you can register here. \nRegister for the MBSR Course:\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-mbsr-course-1-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Course Series,For Beginners,MBSR & Related Courses,Mindfulness,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/meditation-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T180000 DTSTAMP:20241218T212041Z CREATED:20241206T165148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T212041Z UID:85521-1737566100-1737568800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Tai Chi - Meditation in Motion DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion \nwith Marijke Eliasberg \nWednesday\, January 22nd\, 2025 | 5:15pm – 6:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \nIn the Insight\, or vipassana\, meditation tradition\, we talk a lot about noticing the breath\, but what about the rest of the body?\n \n\nIn fact\, tai chi is often referred to as “meditation in motion.” This practice is one of slowing down while still feeling energized\, and learning to relax our muscles while maintaining precision. \nThis practice is well-suited to do before sitting meditation—tai chi is one way to get in touch with the wholeness of the breathing body. Some benefits of tai chi include improved muscle strength\, balance\, and flexibility\, and an increase in energy and focus. \nJoin Marijke Eliasberg\, a certified shifu (teacher) of tai chi\, to reconnect with your body and breath\, and empower yourself with basic tools to help maintain a balanced and healthy mind. Eliasberg is a long-time student of the tai chi Great Grandmaster William C. C. Chen\, and is excited to share the joys of practicing this art with the NYI community. \nAll are welcome! No previous experience with tai chi is required to join the sessions. \nThis offering is part of New York Insight’s Mindful Movement series. \nRegistration:\nPlease register below for one or more sessions in this series. (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/tai-chi-meditation-in-motion-2025-01-22/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Mindful Movement,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/tai-chi-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T203000 DTSTAMP:20241218T212045Z CREATED:20241213T163316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T212045Z UID:85577-1737570600-1737577800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Elaine Retholtz\n \nWednesday\, January 22nd\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor \nOnline via Zoom – link below\n \n\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:\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84295281177?pwd=XW9B1LV6OF3ePkfVwOMWO6pcxkeXxk.1\nMeeting ID: 842 9528 1177\nPasscode: 123\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-meditation-gathering-1-22-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,For Beginners,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/meditators-group-compressed-final.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T124500 DTSTAMP:20241218T212050Z CREATED:20241213T200953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T212050Z UID:85582-1737633600-1737636300@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Chair Yoga – Gentle Movement for Everyday Life DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Chair Yoga – Gentle Movement for Everyday Life \nwith Ann Megyas \nThursday\, January 23rd\, 2025 | 12:00pm – 12:45pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nIn these 45-minute classes\, we’ll focus on mind-body awareness\, emotional regulation\, and gently building strength and flexibility. You’ll also learn how to bring this practice home into your daily life\, and how\, just like with your meditation practice\, even small practice sessions\, done consistently\, can result in transformational changes in your life. \nCome join us on Thursdays this winter and see how easily a yoga practice can fit into your life! \nThis offering is part of New York Insight’s Mindful Movement series. \n  \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! (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.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/chair-yoga-gentle-movement-for-everyday-life-1-23-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Mindful Movement,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/yoga-2-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T134500 DTSTAMP:20241218T212104Z CREATED:20241213T160140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T212104Z UID:85572-1737637200-1737639900@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation \nwith Lavina Shamdasani \nThursday\, January 23rd\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 1:45pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nPractice the art of attention in this weekly meditation session hosted and curated by the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art. \nFor centuries Himalayan practitioners have used meditation to quiet the mind\, open the heart\, calm the nervous system\, and increase focus. Mindfulness Meditation is a refuge from the world around us\, as well as an opportunity to engage with it more consciously. \nInspired by works of art from the Rubin’s collection and guided by expert teachers\, each session is framed around a monthly theme. The sessions are open to beginners and skilled meditators alike and include an opening talk\, a 20-minute meditation session\, and a closing discussion. \nLooking for more Mindfulness Meditation? Listen to the Mindfulness Meditation podcast on Apple Podcasts\, Spotify\, or wherever you listen to podcasts. \nRegistration:\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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/rubin-museum-mindfulness-meditation-1-23-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Open to All,Rubin ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Rubin-event-Image-compressed-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR