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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\, September 2\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\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 Tuesdays\, September 16 – November 4\, 2025 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm 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-9-2-25/
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
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UID:89581-1756924200-1756931400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith David Grogan \nWednesday\, September 3rd\, 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-9-3-25/
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
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SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation \nwith Tracy Cochran \nThursday\, September 4th\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 1:45pm ET \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-9-4-25/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to All,Rubin
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UID:89555-1757010600-1757017800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Beginner’s Meditation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Beginner’s Meditation Workshop \nwith Wildecy de Fátima Jury\n \nThursday\, September 4th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \nHave you been wanting to learn how to meditate? Or perhaps looking for a way to refresh or renew your existing practice? \nLearn the basics of Insight/Mindfulness Meditation Practice in a warm supportive environment. This evening workshop includes clear instructions and time to meditate\, with guidance from a New York Insight teacher\, and plenty of time for sharing and Q&A. \nThe workshop includes useful information for developing and continuing a meditation practice. \nWe hope you can join us! \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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/beginners-meditation-workshop-9-4-25/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evening Events,For Beginners,Open to All
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UID:89590-1757151000-1757170800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: From Skyline to Soil - A Day of Nature Meditation and Ecology Exploration at Governors Island
DESCRIPTION:New York Insight Sacred Earth Sangha Presents\nIn-Person: From Skyline to Soil – A Day of Nature Meditation and Ecology Exploration at Governors Island \nwith Maho Kawachi and Lin Wang Gordon \nSaturday\, September 6th\, 2025 | 9:30am to 3:00pm \nLocation: Governors Island\, Manhattan\, NY \n \nJoin us for a joyful day of practice\, exploration\, connecting\, and sharing on the splendid grounds of Governors Island.  Just minutes from Manhattan by ferry\, Governors Island is one of New York City’s most treasured green spaces—a vibrant sanctuary crisscrossed with walking paths and expansive lawns\, offering breathtaking views of the FiDi skyline and upper harbor. \nIt is home to many environmental restoration projects such as the Teaching Urban Farm\, Earth Matters\, Billion Oyster Project and more\, inviting opportunities to explore and contemplate our relationship as urban dwellers to the natural world. \nDuring our time together\, we’ll enjoy guided walking\, standing\, sitting meditation\, gentle movement\, and inquiries. Along the way\, we’ll also learn about the rich history of Governors Island\, and tour the Urban Farm —a key site of ecological stewardship on the island. Discover how composting works on a city scale\, explore the role of healthy soil in climate resilience\, and deepen your understanding of our interdependence with the natural world. \nBring your curiosity and open heart. This event will take place in light rain or shine. \n\nMeetup Location: Governors Island Ferry ticket office near Battery Park\, Manhattan\nMeetup Time: 9:30 AM\nLunch: You can bring your own or buy from the concessions onsite.\nNote: All ferries before noon are free.\n\nSpace is limited to 30 participants. \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/from-skyline-to-soil/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to All
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CREATED:20250703T174918Z
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UID:89554-1757241000-1757248200@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\, September 7th\, 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. \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. \n 
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/sacred-sunday-pause-9-7-25/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T170000
DTSTAMP:20250907T115753Z
CREATED:20250715T155334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T115753Z
UID:89586-1757257200-1757264400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Summer Sunday Sangha at Brooklyn Bridge Park
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Summer Sunday Sangha at Brooklyn Bridge Park \nwith David Grogan \nToday’s event in the park has been CANCELLED due to the Steady Rain and as a result wet ground.  This lovely park does not allow Chairs and we did not want to ask our community to sit on the wet ground.  \nSunday\, September 7th\, 2025 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm ET\, followed by BYO picnic \nLocation: Bridge View Lawn at Brooklyn Bridge Park\, exact location here: https://goo.gl/maps/nfnkD8G23spKpuTKA \nThe Bridge View Lawn is located at Pier 1\, near the main entrance to the park\, which can be reached by subway\, bus or Citibike. If you are coming from Manhattan\, a delightful way to reach the site is via the East River Ferry (https://www.ferry.nyc/routes-and-schedules/route/east-river/) to Dumbo/Fulton Ferry. \n  \nConnect with your meditation community in parks across the boroughs this summer! We will meditate\, meet\, and then celebrate with an optional BYO picnic. \nThis Brooklyn gathering is the final in our series of outdoor\, community events to celebrate the diversity of NYIMC’s community throughout New York City. \nNew York Insight teacher David Grogan\, the Brooklyn Sangha\, and the Friends Leadership Council will offer a meditation\, exercises in community connection\, and the chance to spend time in beautiful Brooklyn Bridge Park. Come early and explore the park\, which includes a historic carousel\, numerous places to eat or snack\, and six separate piers. \nBeginning at 3:00PM\, we will meditate together in nature\, then move into interactive activities to engage with new and old sangha friends. The event will end at 5:00 PM\, when you’re welcome to join our BYO Picnic. Feel free to bring your own meal\, or something refreshing to share. \nWe encourage you to bring a blanket\, pillow\, towel\, or whatever you may need to support your practice in an outdoor setting. Chairs are not allowed in Brooklyn Bridge Park\, but park benches are in close proximity to the meeting area. \nAll are welcome to join this event\, whether you’re a longtime community member and practitioner or brand new to meditation and New York Insight. We are looking forward to seeing you this summer. \n“Breathing in\, I am part of a sangha and feel protected. Breathing out\, I experience joy.” – Thích Nhất Hạnh \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/summer-sunday-sangha-9-7-25/
LOCATION:Brooklyn Bridge Park
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T203000
DTSTAMP:20250715T152756Z
CREATED:20250715T152756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T152756Z
UID:89582-1757529000-1757536200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Wildecy de Fátima Jury \nWednesday\, September 10th\, 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-9-10-25/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T134500
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CREATED:20250818T201118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T201118Z
UID:89754-1757595600-1757598300@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation \nwith Lopon Rigzen Lossal \nThursday\, September 11th\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 1:45pm ET \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-9-11-25/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to All,Rubin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T203000
DTSTAMP:20250813T194219Z
CREATED:20250728T184700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T194219Z
UID:89619-1757615400-1757622600@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: The Importance of Maintaining Inner Stability in External Uncertainty
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: The Importance of Maintaining Inner Stability in External Uncertainty \nwith Tuere Sala\n \nThursday\, September 11th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\nJoin Buddhist teacher and former attorney Tuere Sala for a special evening event about how to maintain a mindfulness practice when the external world feels completely beyond our control.  \nLooking at the Buddha’s teaching on the four foundations of mindfulness\, we’ll practice learning how to ground and stabilize ourselves internally. Together we’ll work on establishing mindfulness and a sense of calm—even when things we thought were solid start to change or fluctuate.  \nThrough meditation and reflection\, we’ll come to see mindfulness as a source of power and agency\, allowing us to move through challenging situations with strength and integrity.  \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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/inner-stability/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Open to All
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T135901Z
UID:89574-1757692800-1757698200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Mindful Writing - Finding Our Authentic Voice
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Mindful Writing – Finding Our Authentic Voice\n \nwith Tracy Cochran\n \nFridays\, September 12th – October 10th\, 2025 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm ET\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\n“If you’re invested in security and certainty\, you are on the wrong planet\,” teaches Pema Chodron. Yet the Buddha found a way to be grounded and clear in this ever-changing world—and he offered us his path. \nCombining mindfulness meditation with mindful writing\, we will discover how in the Buddha’s own time following the “right” steps meant living in alignment with our authentic nature.  \nEach week we will begin with a guided meditation to ground in a state of relaxed presence. Next\, we will practice writing mindfully together. Each week teacher Tracy Cochran will provide fresh prompts aimed at helping you remember your own deepest experience—moments of connection and joy and wisdom. We will create a safe space together so that we can listen deeply to our authentic selves. Some may wish to share what they write but there will be no pressure to do so.  \nJoin us on five successive Fridays as we explore the Buddha’s teachings and how they can spark enhanced creativity and expand our experience of the world.  \nThis course is suitable for all beings—no meditation or writing experience required. \nWhat is the cure for the suffering that comes from feeling isolated and insecure? Guided by the steps of the Buddha’s ancient path\, we will experiment with how good it can feel to be part of a greater story. \nNote: If you’re not able to attend every session\, feel free to sign up for any number of “drop-in” sessions on the in-person or online registration forms below. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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/mindful-writing/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T210000
DTSTAMP:20250718T151338Z
CREATED:20250718T151338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T151338Z
UID:89592-1757700000-1757710800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: New York Insight Artist Salon and Café
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: New York Insight Artist Salon and Café \nFriday\, September 12th\, 2025 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm ET \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \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: \n\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-9-12-25/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T170000
DTSTAMP:20250905T122341Z
CREATED:20250620T154919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T122341Z
UID:89024-1757757600-1757782800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Awake Where You Are - A Life of Embodied Liberation (Weekend Retreat)
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Awake Where You Are – A Life of Embodied Liberation (Weekend Retreat) \nwith Martin Aylward \nSaturday and Sunday\, September 13th-14th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 5:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n  \nThis fall\, join teacher Martin Aylward for a rare weekend retreat of teachings\, practices\, and reflection. \nOur lives are not only fleeting\, but they are also filled with challenges—personal\, political\, ecological\, and beyond. The weight of drama\, struggle\, and fear\, the relentless news cycle\, and the friction of daily life can feel overwhelming. \nYet\, amidst it all\, the Buddha’s teachings promise both love and liberation\, clarity\, peace\, and unshakable confidence. \nSo how is Buddha’s promise of a liberated life deeply relevant—and truly accessible—in the heart of midtown Manhattan? \nJoin beloved meditation teacher Martin Aylward as he returns to New York Insight for a special in-person and online weekend exploring the Buddha’s path of awakening. \nTogether we’ll discuss how meditation practice can bring balance into our lives and help us develop a clear inner compass. Through practice and conversation\, we’ll learn how to orient ourselves to what truly fulfills us. \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/awake-where-you-are/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non-Residential Retreats,Open to All,Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T113000
DTSTAMP:20250914T002740Z
CREATED:20250708T185458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T002740Z
UID:89563-1757928600-1757935800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: The Four Ennobling Truths
DESCRIPTION:Online: The Four Ennobling Truths\n \nwith Elaine Retholtz\n \nMondays\, September 15th – October 6th\, 2025 | 9:30am – 11:30am ET\n \nOnline via Zoom\n \n\nYou might have read or heard about the Buddha’s Four Noble Truths\, but what are they\, really? How do we integrate these teachings into daily life? \nThe Four Noble Truths—one of the Buddha’s first teachings—offer a structured yet flexible guide for cultivating wisdom and ethical living in a way that is both practical and transformative. These teachings can actually be reframed as the Four Ennobling Truths.  \nAs we investigate their applicability to our lives\, we quickly see how they can lead to a profound sense of freedom from our habitual worries\, emotional reactions\, and obsessions. As Buddhist monk Ajahn Sumedho taught\, “Our practice is not to follow the heart; it is to train the heart.” \nIn this four-week program\, we will explore how the Four Noble Truths can be a source of groundedness\, clarity\, and direction\, even when we are experiencing internal or external chaos.  \nJoin teacher Elaine Retholtz to learn what it means to practice these ancient teachings in the modern world.  \nThis program is open to all—no prior study or experience required. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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/four-ennobling-truths/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Buddhist Studies Courses,Course Series,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T210000
DTSTAMP:20250912T220020Z
CREATED:20250618T152714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T220020Z
UID:88878-1758047400-1758056400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course \nwith Margrit Pittman-Polletta \n\nIn-Person Orientation: Tuesday\, September 2\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\nIn-Person Course: Tuesdays\, September 16 – November 4\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\nIn-Person Daylong: Saturday\, October 18 | 9:00am – 4:30pm \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): Tuesday\, September 2\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\nCourse: Tuesdays\, September 16 – November 4\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\nDaylong: Saturday\, October 18\, 2025 | 9:00am – 4:30pm \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 September 2 here. \nRegister for the MBSR Course:\nRegistration for this course is now closed. Our next MBSR course begins on Wednesday\, October 22nd\, 2025.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/mbsr-course-9-16-25/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T203000
DTSTAMP:20250715T153112Z
CREATED:20250715T153112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T153112Z
UID:89583-1758133800-1758141000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Leslie Booker \nWednesday\, September 17th\, 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-9-17-25/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T134500
DTSTAMP:20250909T185818Z
CREATED:20250818T201455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T185818Z
UID:89755-1758200400-1758203100@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation \nwith Kimberly Brown \nThursday\, September 18th\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 1:45pm ET \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-9-18-25/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to All,Rubin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T210000
DTSTAMP:20250801T175803Z
CREATED:20250703T200450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T175803Z
UID:89557-1758222000-1758229200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Touching Into Compassion\, Acceptance\, and Peacefulness - For Caregivers and Supporters
DESCRIPTION:Online: Touching Into Compassion\, Acceptance\, and Peacefulness – For Caregivers and Supporters \nwith Wildecy de Fátima Jury and Gayah Imani Gillson \nThursday\, September 18th\, 2025 | 7:00pm – 9:00pm ET \n \nSometimes\, as caregivers\, and supporters\, we can encounter feelings of overwhelm\, powerlessness\, and depletion. Even as former caregivers\, we can still feel the impact of having experienced such deep responsibility. There are\, however\, beautiful and inspiring ways to cope and create balance during these times.  \nIn this class\, we will be reflecting on the Four Immeasurables\, also known as the Brahma Viharas\, as a basis for offering valuable “re-resourcing” of ourselves and support for one another.  \nMeditation\, visualization\, mild movement\, and practical wisdom explored in this group setting will assist with revitalizing us physically\, emotionally\, and spiritually.  \nBy entering this class\, you will affirm that you are not alone\, that you can cultivate creative ways to rest\, restore yourself\, and have access to the gifts of the caregiving experience. \nWe look forward to touching\, and embracing the power of community in healing and support. \nThis class is a space of offering for caregivers and supporters to rest in Treasures and Teachings within the Dharma. This class is open to everyone interested\, including former and future caregivers. BIPOC and LGBTQIA folks are encouraged to attend. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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/touching-into-compassion/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T173000
DTSTAMP:20250919T153705Z
CREATED:20250710T145230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T153705Z
UID:89771-1758297600-1758303000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Mindful Writing - Finding Our Authentic Voice
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Mindful Writing – Finding Our Authentic Voice\n \nwith Tracy Cochran\n \nFridays\, September 12th – October 10th\, 2025 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm ET | Sign up for any or all sessions\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\n“If you’re invested in security and certainty\, you are on the wrong planet\,” teaches Pema Chodron. Yet the Buddha found a way to be grounded and clear in this ever-changing world—and he offered us his path. \nCombining mindfulness meditation with mindful writing\, we will discover how in the Buddha’s own time following the “right” steps meant living in alignment with our authentic nature.  \nEach week we will begin with a guided meditation to ground in a state of relaxed presence. Next\, we will practice writing mindfully together. Each week teacher Tracy Cochran will provide fresh prompts aimed at helping you remember your own deepest experience—moments of connection and joy and wisdom. We will create a safe space together so that we can listen deeply to our authentic selves. Some may wish to share what they write but there will be no pressure to do so.  \nJoin us on five successive Fridays as we explore the Buddha’s teachings and how they can spark enhanced creativity and expand our experience of the world.  \nThis course is suitable for all beings—no meditation or writing experience required. \nWhat is the cure for the suffering that comes from feeling isolated and insecure? Guided by the steps of the Buddha’s ancient path\, we will experiment with how good it can feel to be part of a greater story. \nNote: If you’re not able to attend every session\, feel free to sign up for any number of “drop-in” sessions on the in-person or online registration forms below. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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/mindful-writing-2025-09-19/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T170000
DTSTAMP:20250829T172633Z
CREATED:20250710T152946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T172633Z
UID:89575-1758362400-1758387600@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 Lin Wang Gordon and Gary Singer \nSaturday\, September 20th\, 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. To maximize participation\, we now offer a pay-what-you-can option for these daylong retreats. The suggested donation amount if you choose this option is $40\, and any additional support you can offer to our center and teachers is greatly appreciated. There will be an opportunity to provide an additional donation at the end 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.\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-9-20-25/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20250914T180815Z
CREATED:20250809T165607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T180815Z
UID:89667-1758459600-1758474000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Heavily Meditated - The Dharma of Depression & Anxiety
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Heavily Meditated – The Dharma of Depression & Anxiety \nwith Dan Harris and Leslie Booker \nSunday\, September 21st\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 5:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \nPlease note: In-person registration is now full. We invite you to join us online. \n \nMany of us come to the cushion looking for refuge from our anxiety\, depression or any number of neurodiversities that we might feel are an impediment to our practices and our lives. And yet\, they continue to pop up for us again and again.  \nIn this special half-day workshop\, Dan Harris\, author and host of the 10% Happier podcast\, and New York Insight’s Guiding Teacher\, Leslie Booker\, will discuss how the dharma is actually uniquely equipped to help us deal with our depression and anxiety.  \nNot only can the dharma shed light on why we feel anxious or hopeless—it can also help transform these experiences into portals of wisdom.  \nThrough dharma talks\, meditation\, and group discussion\, you’ll come to understand some basic tools to deal with anxiety\, depression\, ADHD\, and overwhelm. You’ll also learn how to connect with your body and settle the mind in your most stressed-out moments. Together we’ll touch into the possibilities for care and well-being that the dharma offers\, and also talk about what it doesn’t cover.  \nIn-person seats have sold out. Please register for live online access below! \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.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/heavily-meditated/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T203000
DTSTAMP:20250715T153532Z
CREATED:20250715T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T153532Z
UID:89584-1758738600-1758745800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Brian Simmons \nWednesday\, September 24th\, 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-9-24-25/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T134500
DTSTAMP:20250924T200033Z
CREATED:20250818T201847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T200033Z
UID:89756-1758805200-1758807900@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation \nwith Elaine Retholtz \nThursday\, September 25th\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 1:45pm ET \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-9-25-25/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to All,Rubin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T203000
DTSTAMP:20250914T010331Z
CREATED:20250718T141823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T010331Z
UID:89591-1758825000-1758832200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Staying Informed\, Staying Embodied - A Buddhist and Somatic Approach
DESCRIPTION:Online: Staying Informed\, Staying Embodied – A Buddhist and Somatic Approach\n \nwith Dawn Mauricio\n \nThursday\, September 25th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET\n \nOnline via Zoom\n \n \nDo you struggle to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed? In an era of nonstop headlines and heightened emotions\, it is difficult to consume the news without falling into despair\, anxiety\, or hopelessness. But it is totally possible to meet the events of the world with a clear heart and mind. \nRather than shutting down or becoming consumed by stress\, we can cultivate the capacity to meet the news with resilience and presence. \nThrough guided meditation\, Dharma reflections\, somatic practices\, and discussion\, we will explore how to regulate our nervous system\, cultivate discernment\, and hold complexity with care. \nYou will learn: \n\nPractices to hold yourself gently when the world feels like too much\nWays to stop dissociating and start engaging\nHow to incorporate a loving heart and Buddhist principles into your news consumption\n\nAnyone is welcome to join\, regardless of your experience with meditation or Buddhism. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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/staying-informed-staying-embodied/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T173000
DTSTAMP:20250919T153733Z
CREATED:20250710T145230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T153733Z
UID:89772-1758902400-1758907800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Mindful Writing - Finding Our Authentic Voice
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Mindful Writing – Finding Our Authentic Voice\n \nwith Tracy Cochran\n \nFridays\, September 12th – October 10th\, 2025 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm ET | Sign up for any or all sessions\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\n“If you’re invested in security and certainty\, you are on the wrong planet\,” teaches Pema Chodron. Yet the Buddha found a way to be grounded and clear in this ever-changing world—and he offered us his path. \nCombining mindfulness meditation with mindful writing\, we will discover how in the Buddha’s own time following the “right” steps meant living in alignment with our authentic nature.  \nEach week we will begin with a guided meditation to ground in a state of relaxed presence. Next\, we will practice writing mindfully together. Each week teacher Tracy Cochran will provide fresh prompts aimed at helping you remember your own deepest experience—moments of connection and joy and wisdom. We will create a safe space together so that we can listen deeply to our authentic selves. Some may wish to share what they write but there will be no pressure to do so.  \nJoin us on five successive Fridays as we explore the Buddha’s teachings and how they can spark enhanced creativity and expand our experience of the world.  \nThis course is suitable for all beings—no meditation or writing experience required. \nWhat is the cure for the suffering that comes from feeling isolated and insecure? Guided by the steps of the Buddha’s ancient path\, we will experiment with how good it can feel to be part of a greater story. \nNote: If you’re not able to attend every session\, feel free to sign up for any number of “drop-in” sessions on the in-person or online registration forms below. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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/mindful-writing-2025-09-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T170000
DTSTAMP:20250801T182638Z
CREATED:20250710T154932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T182638Z
UID:89576-1758967200-1758992400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: The World Is Our Practice - Finding Presence and Peace in the Midst of It All
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: The World Is Our Practice – Finding Presence and Peace in the Midst of It All \nwith Jon Aaron \nSaturday\, September 27th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 5:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n\nInsight practice reveals the world as it truly is. As we begin to clearly see and embody the fundamental truths of Dukkha (suffering)\, Anicca (impermanence)\, and Anatta (non-self)\, we discover a profound paradox. On one hand\, this understanding brings greater lightness and freedom to our lives. On the other hand\, we may become even more acutely sensitive to how the three poisons—greed\, hatred\, and delusion—manifest around us\, both in our personal experience and throughout society. \nHow do we skillfully navigate our lives between these two realities? How do we maintain inner tranquility and ease while remaining fully present to the world as it is\, with all its beauty and suffering? This delicate balance is the essence of equanimity—perhaps the most crucial quality we can cultivate on the spiritual path. \nThis daylong retreat will explore how our meditation nurtures this essential wisdom. Through guided sits\, walking meditation\, and dharma reflection\, we will investigate how equanimity allows us to remain open-hearted and responsive without being overwhelmed\, and how this quality serves both our own liberation and our capacity to serve others with clarity and compassion. \nLet go of the past\, let go of the future\, let go of the present and pass over to the further shore.\n        	 —from the Dhammapada \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \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/the-world-is-our-practice/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T160000
DTSTAMP:20250914T122707Z
CREATED:20250718T153526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T122707Z
UID:89595-1759068000-1759075200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Community Potluck
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Community Potluck \nSunday\, September 28th\, 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 summer 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-9-28-25/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All
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