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:20250601T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T130000 DTSTAMP:20250501T151215Z CREATED:20250415T004449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T151215Z UID:87645-1748772000-1748782800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Transforming Confusion Into Wisdom - Buddhist Tantra & The 5 Wisdom Energies DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Transforming Confusion Into Wisdom – Buddhist Tantra & The 5 Wisdom Energies\n \nwith David Nichtern\n \nSunday\, June 1st\, 2025 | 10:00am – 5:00pm ET\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\n \nJoin renowned\, multiple Emmy-winning and Grammy-nominated musician\, meditation teacher\, and author David Nichtern for a transformative daylong workshop on Buddhist Tantra. \nThese powerful teachings are designed to transmute confusion and mental afflictions into wisdom. Through the lens of tantra\, we learn to engage directly with the raw energies of our emotions—anger\, desire\, fear—and transform them into sources of insight\, compassion\, and clarity. \nAt the heart of tantric practice are the teachings known as the Five Wisdom Energies\, which embody the enlightened qualities that arise when we skillfully navigate and integrate our emotional experiences. \nThese teachings describe how our emotional and psychological patterns—when met with awareness—can reveal deep\, awakened qualities of the mind. Each energy has both positive and counter-productive qualities\, and seeing and understanding them helps us recognize that our messy\, emotional lives are not obstacles to awakening—they’re actually part of the path. \nWhether you’re new to meditation or a longtime practitioner\, everyone is welcome to join us.\nThe day will feature meditation instruction and practice\, lectures\, and plenty of time for 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/transforming-confusion-into-wisdom-buddhist-tantra-the-5-wisdom-energies/ 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/2025/04/David-Nichtern.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T143000 DTSTAMP:20250328T194446Z CREATED:20250328T194323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T194446Z UID:87498-1748865600-1748874600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation DESCRIPTION:Online: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation\n \nwith Jon Aaron\n \nMonday\, June 2nd\, 2025 | 12:00pm – 2:30pm ET\n \n\n \nIn this free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (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 online MBSR course on Mondays\, June 16 – August 4\, 2025 from 12:00 – 2:30pm ET\, click here for more info and registration. \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. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/free-mbsr-orientation-6-2-25/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:For Beginners,MBSR & Related Courses,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/meditation6-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T203000 DTSTAMP:20250503T174316Z CREATED:20250423T180915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T174316Z UID:87677-1748975400-1748982600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: From Overthinking to Clarity - A Mindful Approach to Thought DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: From Overthinking to Clarity – A Mindful Approach to Thought\n \nwith Margrit Pittman-Polletta\n \nTuesdays\, June 3rd – 24th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nIn a world of constant information\, stress\, and uncertainty\, our thinking can shape our emotions\, our actions\, and even our well-being. 2600 years ago\, the Buddha taught that whatever we frequently think and ponder upon becomes the inclination of our minds. Without awareness\, we may find ourselves caught in habitual thought patterns that fuel anxiety\, self-doubt\, or disconnection. \nThis 4-week course offers practical tools to transform your relationship with thinking—not by stopping it\, but by meeting it with mindfulness\, curiosity\, and compassion. \nThrough guided meditation\, movement\, and reflective exercises\, you’ll explore how habitual thought patterns influence your perception of yourself and the world\, ways to work with thoughts skillfully using mindfulness\, the Buddha’s teaching of the Two Kinds of Thinking (Dvedhavitakka Sutta) and non-self or anatta\, and practical strategies to cultivate wisdom\, ease\, and non-attachment to thinking. \nEach session includes meditation\, discussion\, and some kind of movement\, relational practice or creative exercise to engage the thinking mind in fresh and insightful ways. \nJoin us to develop a more mindful and compassionate relationship with your thoughts—so you can respond to life’s challenges with greater clarity and ease. \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/from-overthinking-to-clarity-6-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Buddhist Studies Courses,Course Series,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/woman-smile-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T210000 DTSTAMP:20250529T001728Z CREATED:20250331T210656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T001728Z UID:87503-1748977200-1748984400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: Mindfulness and the Middle Way - Cultivating an Authentic Dharma DESCRIPTION:Online: Mindfulness and the Middle Way – Cultivating an Authentic Dharma \nwith Dave Smith and Stephen Batchelor \nTuesdays\, June 3rd – June 24th\, 2025 | 7:00pm – 9:00pm ET \n  \nMany people experience the benefits of a regular meditation practice\, but what does it truly mean to “wake up”? And how do we integrate these teachings into our daily lives—especially in a time of turmoil and uncertainty? \nThe Eightfold Path—central to the Buddha’s teachings—offers a structured yet flexible guide for cultivating wisdom\, ethical living\, and meditative awareness in a way that is both practical and transformative. \nIn this four-week course\, teacher Dave Smith will lead live sessions exploring how the Eightfold Path can provide clarity and direction in our practice today. To enrich our inquiry\, each week will also include exclusive pre-recorded video reflections by renowned teacher and author Stephen Batchelor\, created specifically for this program. \nDrawing from early Buddhist texts and contemporary interpretations\, we’ll examine how these teachings can be reimagined for a secular age and made relevant to our everyday experience. Through study\, discussion\, and guided reflection\, we will consider what it means to engage with the Dharma in a way that is both deeply personal and connected to the world around us. \nWhat does a secular Eightfold Path look like in practice? How can it offer insight and support in our daily lives? Together\, we’ll honor these ancient teachings while exploring a path that feels authentic and accessible. \nThis program is open to all—no prior study or experience required. \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/mindfulness-and-the-middle-way-5-25/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Buddhist Studies Courses,Course Series,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/man-walking-path-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T180000 DTSTAMP:20250521T143931Z CREATED:20250521T143753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T143931Z UID:87984-1749057300-1749060000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Tai Chi - Meditation in Motion DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion \nwith Marijke Eliasberg \nWednesday\, June 4th\, 2025 | 5:15pm – 6:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \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. You are free to sign up for a single session\, the whole series\, or anything in-between. This series runs from June 4th through June 25. \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-2025-06-04/ 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:20250604T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T203000 DTSTAMP:20250430T151934Z CREATED:20250430T151934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T151934Z UID:87829-1749061800-1749069000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith David Grogan \nWednesday\, June 4th\, 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 \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 the form 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-6-4-25/ 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:20250605T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T134500 DTSTAMP:20250523T142114Z CREATED:20250514T181503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T142114Z UID:87944-1749128400-1749131100@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation \nwith Lavina Shamdasani \nThursday\, June 5th\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 1:45pm \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \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:\nPlease register below at the level that works best for you. Each ticket is good for one in-person OR online entry. You will receive the Zoom link in your confirmation email in case you wish to join the online version of 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/rubin-museum-mindfulness-meditation-6-5-25/ 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:20250605T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T203000 DTSTAMP:20250501T203150Z CREATED:20250423T183714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T203150Z UID:87680-1749148200-1749155400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: A Verified Kind of Faith - Buddhism & Addiction Recovery DESCRIPTION:Online: A Verified Kind of Faith – Buddhism & Addiction Recovery \nwith Walt Opie \nThursday\, June 5th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nFor many of us in recovery from addiction\, the word “faith” can conjure up memories of being forced to participate in organized religion or it can feel related to a so-called “higher power.” \nWhen Buddhist teachings refer to faith\, it’s different. The Buddha himself discouraged people from acting out of blind faith. Instead\, Buddhism describes three ways that faith\, or confidence\, can manifest or build over time\, including: bright faith\, verified faith\, and unshakeable faith. \nAccording to the well-known teacher Gil Fronsdal\, faith in Buddhism is not a belief system but a faculty or a capacity we have that we can develop further. In fact\, faith\, just like recovery\, can be a kind of empowerment. With support from the teachings and others on similar journeys\, we learn how to trust our inner wisdom. We gain a new kind of inner confidence. \nDuring this program\, we will explore the three different types of faith\, as well as how faith in the Buddhist teachings and practices can help keep us on the path of recovery. There will be guided meditation\, a dharma talk\, and time for sharing and discussion. \nPlease join us for this special evening of learning to strengthen our inner resources through the Buddhist teachings. \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/a-verified-kind-of-faith-6-5-25/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/recovery.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T210000 DTSTAMP:20250521T140243Z CREATED:20250521T140243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T140243Z UID:87983-1749232800-1749243600@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\, June 6th\, 2025 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm 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/artist-salon-and-cafe-6-6-25/ 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:20250607T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T170000 DTSTAMP:20250529T195733Z CREATED:20250423T185314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T195733Z UID:87683-1749290400-1749315600@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 David Grogan  \nSaturday\, June 7th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 5:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n  \nIt can often feel like we are rushing through our days\, accumulating stress\, missing out on meaningful moments\, and making reactionary decisions. And even though we know that pace isn’t good for us\, it’s still hard to slow down. \nJoin us for a special in-person or online daylong silent meditation retreat for those who want to reconnect and deepen their practice. \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. \nTogether we will pause\, reset\, and find some much-needed mental space and clarity. \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-6-7-25/ 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/png:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/smile.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T120000 DTSTAMP:20250502T025948Z CREATED:20250423T193221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T025948Z UID:87686-1749376800-1749384000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: Trauma-Sensitive Meditation DESCRIPTION:Online: Trauma-Sensitive Meditation\n \nwith Sumi Loundon Kim\n \nSunday\, June 8th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 12:00pm ET\n \n\n \nIn this program\, we’ll learn strategies for practicing vipassana so that the meditation itself doesn’t reactivate trauma or activate dissociation\, flashbacks\, or dysregulation. This session will be helpful both for trauma survivors and for anyone experiencing overwhelm\, disorientation\, or a loss of agency. We will explore strategies that individuals with trauma can draw on to practice in a way that supports stability\, healing\, and insight. \nJoin teacher and Yale University Buddhist chaplain Sumi Loundon Kim for this two-hour session to learn practices that mutually engage meditation and nervous system regulation. \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/trauma-sensitive-meditation-6-8-25/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/jeremy-yap-199223-unsplash-e1577461667170.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T123000 DTSTAMP:20250424T143110Z CREATED:20250423T190617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T143110Z UID:87685-1749378600-1749385800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Sacred Sunday Pause with the Community Meditation Center DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Sacred Sunday Pause with the Community Meditation Center \nwith Bart van Melik \nSunday\, June 8\, 2025 | 10:30am – 12:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nJoin us for a meaningful morning of meditation\, dharma reflection\, and dialogue at our Sacred Sunday Pause—an offering from the Community Meditation Center\, warmly held in the space of New York Insight Meditation Center. \nThis session is part of an ongoing series exploring the Ten Perfections (Paramis)—qualities we can nurture to support a wise and compassionate life. In this gathering\, we’ll reflect on the second perfection: Virtue (Sīla)—living with integrity and non-harming. In these challenging times\, ethical conduct can be a steady compass\, guiding us toward clarity\, kindness\, and harmony. Through pausing together in community\, we reconnect with the values that truly sustain us. \nClick here to register. \nRegistration:\nThis event is offered on a donation basis\, with a suggested sliding scale of $15 / $20 / $25. Please choose the amount that feels right for you. Everyone is always welcome—no one will be turned away for lack of funds.\nQuestions? Contact us at cmcnewyork1@gmail.com. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/sacred-sunday-pause-6-8-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Bart-van-Melik.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T160000 DTSTAMP:20250430T152600Z CREATED:20250430T152600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T152600Z UID:87830-1749391200-1749398400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Community Potluck DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Community Potluck \nSunday\, June 8th\, 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-6-25/ 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:20250611T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T120000 DTSTAMP:20250418T001835Z CREATED:20250415T181011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T001835Z UID:87647-1749634200-1749643200@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\, June 11th\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm\n \n\n \nAre you curious about Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction? Want to learn more about it? In this free MBSR orientation session\, we will explore the history of the program\, research about its many benefits\, the logistics of the class\, and the commitment required to engage. Of course there will be opportunity to taste some of the mindfulness practices embedded in the course and to share with each other about your experience. This program was originally designed for people who were new to meditation\, but many experienced meditators have found MBSR to be a way to learn how to incorporate mindfulness into every aspect of our daily lives. \nTogether\, 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 can 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\, June 18 – August 6\, 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-mbsr-orientation-6-11-25/ 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/2022/01/image-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T180000 DTSTAMP:20250609T145410Z CREATED:20250521T143753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T145410Z UID:87985-1749662100-1749664800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Tai Chi - Meditation in Motion DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion \nwith Marijke Eliasberg \nWednesday\, June 11th\, 2025 | 5:15pm – 6:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \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. You are free to sign up for a single session\, the whole series\, or anything in-between. This series runs from June 4th through June 25. \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-2025-06-11/ 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:20250611T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T203000 DTSTAMP:20250501T135007Z CREATED:20250501T135007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T135007Z UID:87834-1749666600-1749673800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Elaine Retholtz \nWednesday\, June 11th\, 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 \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 the form 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-6-11-25/ 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:20250612T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T134500 DTSTAMP:20250609T151128Z CREATED:20250514T181911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T151128Z UID:87945-1749733200-1749735900@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation \nwith Lama Aria Drolma \nThursday\, June 12th\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 1:45pm \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \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:\nPlease register below at the level that works best for you. Each ticket is good for one in-person OR online entry. You will receive the Zoom link in your confirmation email in case you wish to join the online version of 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/rubin-museum-mindfulness-meditation-6-12-25/ 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:20250612T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T210000 DTSTAMP:20250512T133550Z CREATED:20250430T154535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T133550Z UID:87832-1749754800-1749762000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: Resting in the Middle of the Full Catastrophe DESCRIPTION:Online: Resting in the Middle of the Full Catastrophe\n \nwith Yong Oh\n \nThursday\, June 12th\, 2025 | 7:00pm – 9:00pm ET\n \n\n \nThere’s so much to do. There’s never enough time. \nYet\, the demands of life only seem to grow amidst the unfolding of our lives and our world\, personally and collectively. Is there permission to rest our weary bodies and distressed nervous systems? How can we rest\, resource\, and find refuge? \nOver the course of this evening event\, we will explore how rest can permeate our spiritual life and practice in such a way that resting itself becomes a profound and essential doorway on the path of awakening. Drawing from the Buddhist tradition\, we’ll examine how this practice is essential and radical for the times we live in. \nThrough a dharma talk\, practice\, and discussion\, we will reflect on rest as practice and practice as rest\, and examine how both are deeply personal and connected to the world around us. \nJoin guest teacher Yong Oh for a special evening of exploring rest in the middle of catastrophe and learning how to move forward with a wise and compassionate heart. \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/resting-in-the-middle-of-the-full-catastrophe-6-12-25/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Evening Events,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:20250613T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T132117Z CREATED:20250507T173854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T132117Z UID:87880-1749839400-1749848400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Dharma Rhythms - All About the Bass DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Dharma Rhythms – All About the Bass \nfeaturing Marty Jaffe\, John Ferrara\, Jason Smith\, Evan Harris\, and Paul Bloom \nFriday\, June 13th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nJoin New York Insight for a unique night of live music\, reflection\, and community. This special benefit event brings together master musicians for an evening that invites deep listening and present moment: \n• Marty Jaffe and his genre-bending trio (Evan Harris on saxophone\, Paul Bloom on keys)\n• John Ferrara\, known for his powerful and emotional solo bass performances\n• Jason Smith\, who creates layered soundscapes that blend music with storytelling and multimedia \nEach artist brings a distinct voice and approach\, spanning jazz\, classical\, experimental\, and global traditions. What connects them is a shared commitment to presence\, listening\, and the creative process — values that lie at the heart of both music and mindfulness practice. \nAll proceeds from the evening support New York Insight’s Community Programs\, which make our teachings more accessible to all. Your ticket includes a chance to win raffle prizes like meditation courses\, original artwork\, and more. \nBring a friend\, bring your curiosity\, and join us for an evening of music as mindfulness\, conversation with inspiring artists\, and support for programming that helps so many. \nIn-Person 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 \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/dharma-rhythms-all-about-the-bass-6-13-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Open to All,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Dharma-Rhythms-alt.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T130000 DTSTAMP:20250612T171549Z CREATED:20250501T141836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171549Z UID:87835-1749895200-1749906000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: You Are the Path - Living a Good Life in Bad Times DESCRIPTION:Online: You Are the Path – Living a Good Life in Bad Times\n \nwith Tracy Cochran\n \nSaturday\, June 14th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm ET \nOnline via Zoom \n \nLife is always hard\, but these times feel especially uncertain and the stakes feel very high. \nHow can we live a truly good life now? What should we do and how should we do it? Fortunately\, the Buddha offers us a guide rope. The Eightfold path of the Buddha braids together practices for body\, heart\, and mind. \nConfused about how to live? The Buddha offers us a way into our own deepest wisdom. Lost in thought or full of difficult feelings? Focus on what you are doing. Following this guide rope\, our own lives become a way of awakening. \nOver the course of this half-day retreat\, we’ll explore the whole of the path with a special emphasis on finding our own deepest insights and experiences. Together we’ll combine meditation with mindful writing exercises designed to help us find our own way. Special emphasis will be given to “beginning the path\,” and our own moments of clarity and experiments in living. \nWith time for meditation and discussion\, we’ll learn how to take root in our own wisdom and make our actual lives our path. \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/you-are-the-path-6-14-25/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Tracy-Cochran.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T120000 DTSTAMP:20250501T143821Z CREATED:20250501T143821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T143821Z UID:87836-1749981600-1749988800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Sitting on Sunday DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Sitting on Sunday\n \nwith Elaine Retholtz\n \nSunday\, June 15th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 12:00pm ET\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\n \nThis monthly Sunday morning practice is a staple at New York Insight. Similar to our weekday Community Meditation Gathering\, Sitting on Sunday is led by one of NYI’s seasoned teachers\, who will guide participants in both seated and moving meditation\, offer a Dharma talk\, and engage in dialogue with the community. \nSuggested donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \nIn-Person Registration:\nThank you for your generosity! If 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 \nNo Registration Is Required for Online Participation.\nUse the below link to join the online gathering \nZoom info:\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87066472718?pwd=Onj2aHm3vYm3pxsQh2drbWNZ8vjdtj.1 \nMeeting ID: 870 6647 2718\nPasscode: 123 URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/sitting-on-sunday-6-15-25/ 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/2019/11/IMG_3798.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T143000 DTSTAMP:20250522T153023Z CREATED:20250328T194145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T153023Z UID:87499-1750075200-1750084200@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course DESCRIPTION:Online: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course \nwith Jon Aaron \n\nOnline Course: Mondays\, June 16  – August 4\, 2025 | 12:00 – 2:30pm ET\nOnline Daylong: Saturday\, July 19\, 2025 | 9:30am – 5:00pm ET \n \nMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is 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. \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 clarity\, 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 45-60 minutes of daily formal meditation as well as various informal practices. \nBenefits of MBSR:\nResearch over the past 46 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. \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 \nFree Orientation: Monday\, June 2\, 2025 from 12:00 – 2:30pm ET\nOnline Course: Mondays\, June 16  – August 4\, 2025 from 12:00 – 2:30pm ET\nOnline Daylong: Saturday\, July 19 from 9:30am – 5:00pm ET \nSliding Scale Course Fee: Sustaining $715 – Base $420 \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. \nIf you need financial assistance\, we have a limited amount of partial scholarships available. Email registration@nyimc.org for more info. \nParticipants may register after the orientation for this class takes place\, but must still view a recorded orientation\, complete the pre-class questionnaire and arrange a pre-class interview with the teacher. Once you have registered\, the teacher will contact you to make these arrangements. \nRegister for the MBSR Course:\nYour registration for the course includes your RSVP to the orientation. If you wish to register for the orientation only\, use the form below this one.\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 \nRSVP for the Free Online MBSR Orientation on June 2:\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/online-mbsr-6-16-25/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Course Series,For Beginners,MBSR & Related Courses,Mindfulness,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/meditation6-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000 DTSTAMP:20250418T002014Z CREATED:20250415T182508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T002014Z UID:87649-1750239000-1750248000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course \nwith Elaine Retholtz \n\nIn-Person Orientation: Wednesday\, June 11\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm\nIn-Person Course: Wednesdays\, June 18 – August 6\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm\nIn-Person Daylong: Sunday\, July 20 | 9:30am – 5:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street on the 12th Floor \n \nMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is 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. \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 clarity\, 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 45-60 minutes of daily formal meditation as well as various informal practices. \nBenefits of MBSR:\nResearch over the past 46 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. \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: \nFree Orientation (required): Wednesday\, June 11\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm\nCourse: Wednesdays\, June 18 – August 6\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm\nDaylong: Sunday\, July 20 | 9:30am – 5:00pm \nSliding Scale Course Fee: Sustaining $715 – Base $420 \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. \nIf you need financial assistance\, we have a limited amount of partial scholarships available. Email registration@nyimc.org for more info. \nParticipants may register after the orientation for this class takes place\, but must still view a recorded orientation\, complete the pre-class questionnaire and arrange a pre-class interview with the teacher. Once you have registered\, the teacher will contact you to make these arrangements. \nIf you want to learn more before registering\, you may sign up for the free orientation on June 11 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/mbsr-course-6-18-25/ 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/2022/01/image-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T180000 DTSTAMP:20250609T145506Z CREATED:20250521T143753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T145506Z UID:87986-1750266900-1750269600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Tai Chi - Meditation in Motion DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion \nwith Marijke Eliasberg \nWednesday\, June 18th\, 2025 | 5:15pm – 6:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \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. You are free to sign up for a single session\, the whole series\, or anything in-between. This series runs from June 4th through June 25. \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-2025-06-18/ 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:20250618T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T203000 DTSTAMP:20250501T144405Z CREATED:20250501T144405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T144405Z UID:87837-1750271400-1750278600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Leslie Booker \nWednesday\, June 18th\, 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 \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 the form 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-6-18-25/ 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:20250620T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T203000 DTSTAMP:20250612T132743Z CREATED:20250506T174145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T132743Z UID:87866-1750444200-1750451400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Free Urban Retreat Info Session and Q&A DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Free Urban Retreat Info Session and Q&A \nwith Leslie Booker and Dalila Bothwell \nFriday\, June 20th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nIn July\, New York Insight is holding its first ever non-residential retreat\, designed to help integrate practice into your daily life and life into your practice. \nWe often think of retreat as a chance to get away—traveling to a quiet meditation center in a serene natural setting. But for those of us who live in cities\, this can create a split: retreat happens there\, life happens here. Practicing together in the same city where we live\, work\, and navigate daily challenges creates a powerful opportunity: we can begin to carry the clarity and presence of retreat into the rhythms of ordinary life. \nDuring this live Q&A session\, teachers Leslie Booker and Dalila Bothwell will explain the format of this summer’s retreat and answer any questions you may have about embarking on a weeklong commitment to meditation practice. \nReserve your spot now for a special sneak peek into a New York Insight’s first-ever weeklong retreat! \nAttendance at this event is encouraged but not required to register for July’s retreat. \nYou can learn more and register for the retreat itself here. \nIn-Person 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 \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/free-urban-retreat-info-session-and-qa-6-20-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Non-Residential Retreats,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/meditators.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T123000 DTSTAMP:20250501T181929Z CREATED:20250501T152443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T181929Z UID:87842-1750498200-1750509000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Awake in Urban Nature - Sensory Experience in Central Park DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by New York Insight Sacred Earth Sangha\nIn-Person: Awake in Urban Nature – Sensory Experience in Central Park \nwith Maho Kawachi \nSaturday\, June 21st\, 2025 | 9:30am to 12:30pm \nLocation: Central Park Great Hill\, Manhattan\, NY \n  \nPlease join us on Central Park’s Great Hill (northwest corner) for sitting/walking meditation\, and gentle movement together. Through the experiences of the five senses\, we will see that nature is part of us and we are part of nature. This is a special opportunity to bring your practice into a natural setting and meet others who are interested in exploring outdoor meditation. \nTogether we will slow down\, silence our phones\, and tune in to what’s going on around us and in our bodies and minds. Join us to immerse yourself in NYC’s Central Park and discover the joy of being with others in urban nature. \nThis gathering will be conducted in Noble Silence. There will be time for sharing at the end. Beginners and seasoned practitioners all welcome. \nThis event is limited to 25 participants. Light rain or shine. \nRegistration:\nPlease register below. (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/awake-in-urban-nature-central-park-6-21-25/ LOCATION:Central Park – Great Hill CATEGORIES:Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/awake-in-urban-nature-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T160000 DTSTAMP:20250619T132948Z CREATED:20250501T150948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T132948Z UID:87838-1750500000-1750521600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: From the Cushion to the Streets - A Daylong Retreat Workshop on Engaging with the World DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: From the Cushion to the Streets – A Daylong Retreat Workshop on Engaging with the World\n \nwith Leslie Booker and Elaine Retholtz\n \nSaturday\, June 21st\, 2025 | 10:00am – 4:00pm ET\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n \nWe find ourselves in a moment in time that is calling many of us to respond. But how to do this with care\, dignity and without adding to divisiveness? There is a long history of folks using their spiritual practice as a foundation and catalyst for activism\, and an equally long history of folks who realize that they need a spiritual practice to sustain their engagement. Marrying these two together is an art and practice that is both skillful and necessary.  \nDuring this daylong there will be time to practice together\, time to connect with others\, and time to engage in reflective processes to help us understand how we can best show up at this moment in time. \nThrough group connection\, individual reflection\, and dharma talks\, we’ll explore the following questions:  \n\nWhat is our role in this time in history?\nHow can we understand our personal “origin story”? What wakes us up—what’s important to us?\nHow can we connect with others? \nWhose shoulders are we standing on? How can looking to the past help us ground in the present? \nHow can our meditation practice support our active engagement with the world? \n\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/from-the-cushion-to-the-streets-6-21-25/ 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/2025/05/Occupy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T170000 DTSTAMP:20250501T154553Z CREATED:20250501T154512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T154553Z UID:87843-1750586400-1750611600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Awakening the Body - A Daylong Retreat Integrating Somatic Meditation\, Buddhist Mindfulness\, and Somatic Experiencing® DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Awakening the Body – A Daylong Retreat Integrating Somatic Meditation\, Buddhist Mindfulness\, and Somatic Experiencing® \nwith Kathy Cherry \nSunday\, June 22nd\, 2025 | 10:00am – 5:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\n \nIn our hectic world\, it’s easy to feel disconnected from our bodies and the present moment\, leaving us overwhelmed by stress and uncertainty. Join us for a transformative\, daylong retreat designed to reconnect you with your inner self through immersive meditative\, relational\, and somatic practices. \nThroughout the day\, you’ll explore techniques that blend Buddhist mindfulness\, somatic meditation\, and Somatic Experiencing® (SE) to regulate your nervous system while learning to shift out of the freeze response. You’ll also discover how to harness the energy of the fight response and healthy aggression to set clear boundaries\, transition from rumination into decisive action\, and remain grounded even in the midst of conflict. \nGuided by mindful awareness and SE’s focus on nervous system resilience\, you’ll cultivate your “felt sense”—an intuitive way to tune into your body’s sensations and emotions as reliable guides. \nThis retreat welcomes everyone\, regardless of experience with meditation or body-based practices. Please bring a journal to capture your reflections and insights. \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-daylong-6-22-25/ 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/2024/11/K_Cherry_Headshot.2024.4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T210000 DTSTAMP:20250609T135107Z CREATED:20250512T133806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T135107Z UID:87903-1750791600-1750798800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: Somatically Sensing – Knowing Thoughts and Emotions through Sensations DESCRIPTION:Online: Somatically Sensing – Knowing Thoughts and Emotions through Sensations \nwith Jill Satterfield \nTuesday\, June 24th\, 2025 | 7:00pm – 9:00pm ET \n \nWhen we’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed\, our instinct is often to get caught in the story—cycling through the thoughts and emotions we believe are to blame. This can lead to rumination\, self-criticism\, and even more distress. \nBut there is another way to meet our experience. \nThis program offers a direct\, embodied approach: turning attention to the felt sense of thoughts and emotions—their physical expression in the body. By exploring how thoughts and feelings show up as sensations\, we can relate to them without getting pulled into identification\, judgment\, or narrative. \nThrough guided practice and investigation\, participants will experience firsthand how this simple shift in awareness can help release emotional knots and bring insight. This approach also reveals how consciousness takes form—and how body and mind interact moment by moment. \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/somatically-sensing-6-24-25/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Jill-Satterfield-2-2.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR