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:20251001T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T203000 DTSTAMP:20250825T145526Z CREATED:20250825T145526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T145526Z UID:89775-1759343400-1759350600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Jon Aaron \nWednesday\, October 1st\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor \nOnline via Zoom – RSVP to receive your link \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! \nRegistration\nPlease RSVP for in-person or online attendance. You will receive a Zoom link in your confirmation email. If you are attending in person\, please arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure an orderly check-in. \nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open the form in a new browser. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested donation is $15\, but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. All proceeds will support this gathering’s teacher(s) and New York Insight. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-meditation-gathering-10-1-25/ 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:20251002T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T190000 DTSTAMP:20250930T191140Z CREATED:20250812T195559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T191140Z UID:89680-1759399200-1759431600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Yom Kippur – A Day of Silence and Reflection DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Yom Kippur – A Day of Silence and Reflection \nwith Elaine Retholtz and Jon Aaron \nThursday\, October 2nd\, 2025 | 10:00am – 7:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nFor over two decades New York Insight has been offering a day of reflection and practice on Yom Kippur. This year\, we ask: \nWhat is Yom Kippur to you? What brings you to this day? Is it simply a ritual? An instinct (like animals and birds and fish migrating home)? Is it the memories of past experiences at NYI’s Yom Kippur retreats? \nIs there a belief that by going through the rituals of the day that somehow we will be forgiven? \nOr is it something deeper? An invitation to a journey of deep transformation? Trusting that if we are willing to go deep\, to face our fears\, regrets\, our karma that something unknown will emerge? \nWhile we are aware of the culture of “shul hopping\,” we strongly encourage you to stay for the entire day to engage in this internal and communal process of purification. \nAll are welcome to join us in this exploration. The day will end with a symbolic break-fast. \nThis daylong retreat is a dana (donation) based event. Thank you for your generosity! \nCLICK HERE to download the Outline of the Day\nCLICK HERE to download the Handout Booklet\nCLICK HERE to download the Chant sheet \nIn-Person Registration:\nPlease register below at the level of support you are able and willing to provide. Whatever you offer will be greatly appreciated. \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/yom-kippur-2025/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Open to All,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dhruv-weaver-618958-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T173000 DTSTAMP:20250919T153806Z CREATED:20250710T145230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T153806Z UID:89773-1759507200-1759512600@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-2025-10-03/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/write.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T130000 DTSTAMP:20250926T172848Z CREATED:20250812T201744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T172848Z UID:89683-1759572000-1759582800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: How to Build a Consistent Meditation Practice DESCRIPTION:Online: How to Build a Consistent Meditation Practice \nwith Amanda Gilbert \nSaturday\, October 4th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm ET \nOnline through Zoom \n \nNote: while originally planned as a hybrid offering\, this program is now online-only. \nLearn how to cultivate a meditation practice that will lay the foundation for building a true consistent practice. \nDuring this half-day retreat\, you will learn to build a sustainable meditation practice that will become an integral part of your daily life. We will review the basics of creating a daily meditation practice\, define what meditation is and why we meditate\, go over the mechanics of mindfulness meditation\, unpack the science of habit formation and the ancient traditions of creating a ritual around meditation. \nAt the end\, you will not only know how to meditate every day\, but you will also understand how having the foundation of an inner home through daily meditation shapes your day-to-day external world and lived experience. \nThis is for those completely new to meditation and experienced meditators wishing to refresh and deepen their connection to their meditation practice. Join us for this essential session on building a daily home meditation practice.\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/consistent-meditation-practice/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,For Beginners,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/61eb047a65695a4f98836d71-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T170000 DTSTAMP:20250821T164910Z CREATED:20250813T001739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T164910Z UID:89687-1759672800-1759683600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Connecting with the Source of Self-Compassion DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Connecting with the Source of Self-Compassion \nwith Caverly Morgan \nSunday\, October 5th\, 2025 | 2:00pm – 5:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nConnect with your compassionate nature.\nMany of us struggle to offer ourselves compassion because we are identified with a limited\, separate sense of self. This smaller self often feels inadequate\, unworthy\, or lacking the resources and knowledge to truly care for itself. This is the self that suffers. \nOpening our hearts transforms our lives\, granting us greater peace and resilience in the face of emotional challenges. We become happier and more satisfied. But when we cling to the notion of a limited self that must control everything and perfect every practice\, we amplify our suffering. We may even criticize ourselves for not being self-compassionate enough\, creating a vicious cycle of judgment and inadequacy. \nHowever\, when we connect with the heart of who we truly are—which is inherently wise\, loving\, and not separate from the whole—compassion flows effortlessly. It’s from this deep wellspring within our true nature that we can genuinely open our hearts to ourselves and others. \nThis workshop invites you to explore these profound questions: Who is the self in self-compassion? What is the heart that opens to ourselves\, others\, and life itself? Is there an “I” doing anything at all\, or are we simply resting in our true nature? \nWhen we awaken to our true nature\, we don’t bypass the world. We awaken to love it more fully. And self-compassion is the first expression of that love\, starting with the self we thought we were. \nJoin us as we access and embody loving Awareness\, where natural wisdom and compassion reside. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\nHow to respond to feelings of failure or inadequacy with kindness and care.\nHow to relate to difficult emotions with greater ease.\nHow to take the effort out of self-compassion practice.\nHow to access your true nature\, which is naturally compassionate.\nHow to rest in Being\, the heart of who we are.\n\nWhat You Can Expect:\n\nTeachings and Guided Meditations: Engage in insightful teachings and guided meditations to deepen your understanding and experience of compassion.\nDyads and Group Discussions: Connect with fellow participants through structured dyads and open group discussions\, fostering a supportive community.\nQ&A Sessions: Gain clarity and personal insights during interactive Q&A sessions with Caverly Morgan.\nJournaling: Reflect on your experiences and insights through guided journaling exercises.\n\nRecommended\, but not required reading: The Heart of Who We Are: Realizing Freedom Together \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. \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/source-of-self-compassion/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/banner-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T203000 DTSTAMP:20250918T145002Z CREATED:20250818T155441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T145002Z UID:89747-1759861800-1759869000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Insight 101 DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Insight 101 \nwith Lani Miller \nTuesdays\, October 7th – 28th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \nAre you new to meditation? Or an experienced meditator looking to refresh your practice? In this experiential course\, you’ll learn how to use the essential tools in the Four Foundations of Mindfulness\, the Buddha’s systematic guide to practicing insight meditation. You’ll also get tips on how to establish and sustain a formal meditation practice\, as well as how to make mindfulness an integral part of your daily routine. \nEach class will include guided meditations\, in-depth inquiry into the theory and practice of mindfulness in meditation\, and guidance on how mindfulness can help you meet whatever arises moment to moment with more calm\, clarity\, and wisdom. As the course progresses\, you’ll have an opportunity to explore a host of life-enriching facets of mindfulness\, including how to focus your attention\, cultivate embodied awareness\, work with strong emotions\, manage emotional reactivity\, deal with distracting thoughts and rumination\, and cultivate kindness and care through meditation. \nGive yourself the gift of presence that the essential tools in the Four Foundations of Mindfulness can provide. \nSpace is limited\, so register early to reserve your spot. \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/insight-101-10-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Course Series,For Beginners,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/woman-meditating2-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T203000 DTSTAMP:20250825T150532Z CREATED:20250825T150409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T150532Z UID:89776-1759948200-1759955400@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\, October 8th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor \nOnline via Zoom – RSVP to receive your link \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! \nRegistration\nPlease RSVP for in-person or online attendance. You will receive a Zoom link in your confirmation email. If you are attending in person\, please arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure an orderly check-in. \nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open the form in a new browser. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested donation is $15\, but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. All proceeds will support this gathering’s teacher(s) and New York Insight. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-meditation-gathering-10-8-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,For Beginners,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/meditators-group-compressed-final.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T134500 DTSTAMP:20251009T190749Z CREATED:20250926T150137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T190749Z UID:90669-1760014800-1760017500@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\, October 9th\, 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-10-09-25/ 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:20251009T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T203000 DTSTAMP:20251008T194212Z CREATED:20250813T004518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T194212Z UID:89690-1760034600-1760041800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: The Body Remembers Freedom - Meditation\, InterPlay\, and the Art of Coming Home to Yourself DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: The Body Remembers Freedom – Meditation\, InterPlay\, and the Art of Coming Home to Yourself \nwith Kaira Jewel Lingo\n \nThursday\, October 9th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nOffered monthly on 1st or 2nd Thursdays\, 6:30 – 8:30pm ET — see full list of dates below. Open to all. In-person attendance is recommended\, but hybrid participation will be available for at least this first session on a trial basis. \nNote: This event will be recorded\, so please feel free to sign up even if you are in a time zone that would not allow you to join in real time. You will automatically receive the video once it’s ready. \nWhat if freedom wasn’t something to earn — but something your body already remembers? What if your body already carried the wisdom you need to heal\, connect\, and come home to yourself? What if play could be a blessing? \nThe Body Remembers Freedom is a monthly gathering where we explore the intersection of meditation\, dharma\, and embodied practice. Each session includes time for stillness and contemplation\, a dharma talk or shared inquiry\, and InterPlay — a playful\, powerful practice using movement\, voice\, storytelling\, and deep listening to unlock the wisdom of the body. \nTogether we create a space that welcomes laughter\, tears\, rest\, and joy — a space where you can move freely\, feel deeply\, and be held in community. Through this practice\, we remember what it feels like to trust ourselves\, to breathe fully\, and to belong. \nParticipants are supported to be: \n\nMore grounded and connected to their bodies and each other\nReconnected to joy\, creativity\, and inner resource\nBetter able to meet life — and themselves — with compassion and presence\n\nWe gather to remember the sacred in the ordinary\, to bless our own aliveness\, and to reconnect with community\, the earth\, and the truth in our bones. \nCome as you are. No performance\, experience\, or flexibility required — just a willingness to be curious and present. \nWe suggest you wear comfortable clothing that you can move in freely. \nSave the dates for additional Thursday sessions in this series! These upcoming sessions will open for registration soon:\n2025: November 6 | December 4\n2026: January 15 | February 12 | March 12 | April 9 | May 7 | June 18 | July 9 | August 13 \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-body-remembers-freedom-10-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Course Series,Evening Events,Open to All,The Body Remembers Freedom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/kaira-jewel-lingo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T173000 DTSTAMP:20250919T153855Z CREATED:20250710T145230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T153855Z UID:89774-1760112000-1760117400@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-2025-10-10/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/write.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T210000 DTSTAMP:20250825T152358Z CREATED:20250825T152358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T152358Z UID:89781-1760119200-1760130000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: New York Insight Artist Salon and Café DESCRIPTION:In-Person: New York Insight Artist Salon and Café \nFriday\, October 10th\, 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-10-10-25/ 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:20251011T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T170000 DTSTAMP:20250923T192220Z CREATED:20250813T005725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T192220Z UID:89691-1760178600-1760202000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: The Way of Flowers – Exploring Ikebana as a Mindfulness Practice DESCRIPTION:In-Person: The Way of Flowers – Exploring Ikebana as a Mindfulness Practice \nwith Anjie Cho \nSaturday\, October 11th\, 2025 | 10:30am – 1:00pm ET | 2:30pm – 5:00pm ET\nTwo sessions will be offered; sign up for either or both! Registration closes at midnight on October 8. \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nJoin us as we explore autumn with ikebana—the Japanese art of flower arrangement—as a contemplative dharma mindfulness practice to invite art into your everyday life. \nDesigned for all skill levels\, this Ikebana class requires no artistic experience and includes: \n\nInstructional demonstration on creating an ikebana arrangement interwoven with contemplative dharma art\, Buddhist\, and Taoist teachings.\nA greater awareness of nature\, your environment\, and the world of flowers.\nTeachings on how to connect with the qi (life force energy) of a flower and invite its wisdom into your home and meditation practice.\nPractical learning on procuring and use of ikebana equipment.\nParticipants are invited to create their own flower arrangement in class.\nConnection with other people who love flowers and contemplative arts.\n\nAll equipment and flowers required for the program shall be provided. The flowers are yours to take home\, and participants have an option to purchase equipment at the event directly from the teacher. \nThere will be two separate sessions\, with the opportunity to work with a completely different flower palette each time. While not required\, participants are encouraged to sign up for both sessions in order to go deeper with this contemplative practice and experience a full-day\, immersive ikebana retreat.  \nNote: A non-refundable flower and materials fee ($20 per session) will apply if a participant cancels within 48 hours of the class.  \n \nRegistration:\nRegistration closes at midnight on October 8.\n\nPricing – $79 for one session\, $145 for both sessions.\n**If you are signing up for both sessions\, select a ticket for both sessions below and enter the coupon code FULLDAY to unlock the full-day pricing of $145.** \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/the-way-of-flowers-10-11-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Open to All,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/KonMari_Ikebana_LargeKenzan_Clippers-scaled-e1590699953728.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T130000 DTSTAMP:20251008T193601Z CREATED:20250903T142828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T193601Z UID:89828-1760263200-1760274000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: The Buddha’s Teachings on Courage and Confidence DESCRIPTION:Online: The Buddha’s Teachings on Courage and Confidence \nwith Celeste Young\n \nSunday\, October 12th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm ET \nOnline through Zoom \n \nHow do we sustain our practice in overwhelming times? Most of us struggle to find the balance between applying too little effort and striving too much in our meditation and Dharma practice. We may go through phases of feeling deeply connected and committed\, only to become discouraged or pulled away by life’s challenges. At other times\, we may feel inspired and enthusiastic about practice but unsure how to channel that energy effectively. \nWhat’s needed is a kind of balanced determination. The Buddha’s teachings on wise effort and the cultivation of vīriya—the courageous energy needed to stay present and continue practicing—offer powerful support. This wholehearted effort is strengthened when paired with saddhā\, or trust and confidence in the path\, which grows as we give ourselves wholeheartedly to practice. Together\, vīriya and saddhā can sustain us as we move toward greater freedom\, helping us meet the challenges of today’s world with clarity and resilience. \nIn this three hour program\, we will create a quiet refuge to explore these essential qualities and cultivate kind attention to the body and heart. The half day will include: \n\nGuided meditation\nDharma talks\nWalking meditation and mindful movement practice\nMindful inquiry\, discussion\, and Q&A\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.) If the Subsidized level is not realistic for you\, you are warmly invited to register at the Pay What You Can level and offer any amount you like. \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/courage-and-confidence/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/celeste-young.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T150000 DTSTAMP:20251010T130620Z CREATED:20250812T203636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T130620Z UID:89685-1760263200-1760281200@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Sacred Homage - Fall Foliage and Nature Meditation at Chuang Yen Monastery DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Sacred Homage – Fall Foliage and Nature Meditation at Chuang Yen Monastery \nwith Lin Wang Gordon \nSunday\, October 12th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 3:00pm \nLocation: Meet in the parking lot of Chuang Yen Monastery\n2020 Route 301\, Carmel\, NY 10512\nSee below for more information on carpooling and access via public transportation \n \nJoin us for a contemplative day of meditation and reflection amid the fall foliage at Chuang Yen Monastery in Putnam County. This sacred site\, home to the largest indoor Buddha statue in the Western Hemisphere\, has housed Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi and a vibrant monastic community since 2006. \nDesigned by renowned architect I.M. Pei\, the monastery’s serene grounds and elegant halls—the Kuan Yin Hall (1985) and the Great Buddha Hall (1997)\, inaugurated by the Dalai Lama—offer a peaceful setting for spiritual practice. The halls house 10\,000 mini buddhas and many antique Buddha statues. \nPast participants were deeply moved by the beauty and stillness of these sacred spaces\, as well as the opportunity to learn about the monastery’s history\, rituals\, and deep ties to the Buddhist lineage. \nWe’ll begin our day with quiet exploration\, meditating among the walkways and halls as we immerse ourselves in the presence of this living temple. After a lovingly prepared vegetarian lunch offered by monastery volunteers\, we’ll head outdoors to walk the grounds and appreciate the fall foliage\, connecting with the changing season\, the land\, and our practice. We will spend much of the day in silence. \nTestimonial from past participants: \n“Visiting the Chuang Yen Monastery\, learning about its history\, and spending time in its beautiful spaces with Lin and others from New York Insight was a very special treat.” \nAbout Lunch:\nLunch is served from 11:30am – 1:30pm\, and is graciously provided by a team of volunteers who spend their weekends cooking and serving the community. As the monastery relies on donations to continue its work\, a suggested contribution of $7 per person is appreciated to help support this beautiful effort. You are also welcome to bring your own lunch. \nBring: Please feel free to bring your own water and snacks\, and bug/tick repellent. Please make sure to check for ticks after the event. \n\nSun hat and sunscreen\nBackpack to carry what you need (we will be walking around for most of the day)\nOrganic tick repellent (optional)\nOrganic bug repellent (optional)\n\nA Few Guidelines for Your Visit:\nAs we visit a living monastic community\, please be mindful of these guidelines to ensure a respectful and harmonious experience for all \n\nBring only vegetarian foods—no meat\, fish\, or eggs.\nRespect the flora and fauna: Please refrain from picking any plants\, flowers\, or vegetables\, and avoid disturbing or feeding any animals or fish.No smoking or alcohol is allowed anywhere on the premises.\nDrive cautiously: Keep your speed under 15 mph once you enter the monastery grounds\, especially in spring when small animals are more active.\nPark in designated areas only.\nDress appropriately: Please avoid wearing costumes\, tank tops\, or mini skirts.\nNo photography or video is allowed\, and drones are prohibited to maintain the peace and serenity of the space.\n\nLocation and Meeting Time:\n\nLocation: 2020\, Route 301\, Carmel\, NY 10512\nMeeting Time and Location: 10am at the parking lot of the monastery\n\nHow to Get There:\n\nCarpooling: After registration\, please fill out the carpooling survey linked in the confirmation email to let us know if you can offer a ride or need one. If you can\, your generosity in providing a ride is greatly appreciated. We’ll coordinate rides on the Wednesday before the event.\nPublic Transportation: Take the Metro North (Hudson Line) at Grand Central (leaves at 7:55am) to Cold Spring station (arrives at 9:15am)\, then take an Uber/Lyft to the monastery (~20 minutes). One way off-peak ticket is $15.25. On the return trip\, take the 3:30pm train at Cold Spring\, and return to Grand Central at 5:01pm. We will also try to coordinate carpools from the train station when possible. Please note\, the cost of the train ticket is not included in the registration fee.\n\nCome embrace the tranquility\, reflect\, and connect with nature and a Buddhist community. We look forward to sharing this experience with you. \nThis event is limited to 30 participants. Registration is closed by the end of Thursday\, 10/9\, to allow time for carpool coordination. \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/sacred-homage-10-12-25/ LOCATION:Chuang Yen Monastery\, 2020 Route 301\, Carmel\, NY\, 10512\, United States CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Chuang-Yen-Monastery.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T120000 DTSTAMP:20250723T144409Z CREATED:20250723T142841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T144409Z UID:89611-1760520600-1760529600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation \nwith Elaine Retholtz \nWednesday\, October 15th\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm \n \nIn this free MBSR session\, we will explore mindfulness practices that are accessible to individuals of any background and experience level. It will also offer insight into reclaiming control over one’s well-being\, cultivating resilience\, and embracing a life of mindful presence. \nYou will be introduced to the origins of MBSR\, its profound impact on global well-being\, and powerful relevance to your life. You’ll delve deep into the heart of mindfulness\, discovering what it truly means to live in the present moment with clarity\, purpose\, and unwavering authenticity. Through the research findings\, you’ll witness the tangible benefits of mindfulness that range from reducing stress and anxiety to enhancing overall health and vitality. \nYou’ll receive practical guidance on the MBSR program’s details—from class logistics and home assignments to the commitment required for maximum impact. Together\, we’ll assess whether this journey is the right fit for you at this moment in your life. \nThe MBSR Orientation is an invitation to the first step to a journey that will change how you perceive yourself\, others\, and the world around you. \nIf you’re interested in joining our next in-person MBSR course on Wednesdays\, October 22 – December 17\, 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-10-15-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:For Beginners,MBSR & Related Courses,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/meditation3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T203000 DTSTAMP:20251013T173930Z CREATED:20250825T151124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T173930Z UID:89777-1760553000-1760560200@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Leslie Booker \nWednesday\, October 15th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor \nOnline via Zoom – RSVP to receive your link \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! \nRegistration\nPlease RSVP for in-person or online attendance. You will receive a Zoom link in your confirmation email. If you are attending in person\, please arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure an orderly check-in. \nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open the form in a new browser. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested donation is $15\, but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. All proceeds will support this gathering’s teacher(s) and New York Insight. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-meditation-gathering-10-15-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,For Beginners,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/meditators-group-compressed-final.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T134500 DTSTAMP:20250924T195722Z CREATED:20250924T195722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T195722Z UID:90565-1760619600-1760622300@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation \nwith Gegye Yongyal Tulku Rinpoche \nThursday\, October 16th\, 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-10-16-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Open to All,Rubin ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Rubin-event-Image-compressed-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T203000 DTSTAMP:20250912T173939Z CREATED:20250820T182416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T173939Z UID:89767-1760639400-1760646600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Beyond Self-Care - Interdependence\, Survival\, and Collective Well-Being DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Beyond Self-Care – Interdependence\, Survival\, and Collective Well-Being \nwith nico hase\n \nThursday\, October 16th\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n\nThe term self-care has deep roots. As Audre Lorde wrote\, “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence\, it is self-preservation\, and that is an act of political warfare.” \nFor many\, self-care has always been a matter of survival in systems that fail to protect and nurture. At the same time\, the phrase has been widely co-opted by the wellness industry\, often reduced to individual routines or consumer choices. \nThis evening with dharma teacher and psychologist nico hase—author of How Not to Be a Hot Mess: A Buddhist Survival Guide for Modern Life—will hold both of these truths. \nWe’ll honor the life-saving power of self-care while also asking: what happens when individual solutions are asked to solve collective problems? How can Buddhist teachings on interdependence help us expand the conversation beyond optimization and burnout toward mutual care and collective thriving? \nThrough stories\, guided practices\, and group reflection\, we’ll explore grounded ways to cultivate sustainable well-being that neither dismiss the radical roots of self-care nor get lost in performative wellness. Together\, we’ll shift the guiding question from “How can I feel better?” to “How can we thrive together?” \nJoin us for an evening that opens space for Buddhist wisdom to illuminate a path of resilience\, connection\, and shared flourishing. \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/beyond-self-care/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/NH4_scaled_compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T213000 DTSTAMP:20251007T125531Z CREATED:20250912T182511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T125531Z UID:90201-1760727600-1760736600@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Reflection - A Dance Performance Benefiting the New York Insight Meditation Center DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Reflection – A Dance Performance Benefiting the New York Insight Meditation Center \nfeaturing Marijke Eliasberg and The Next Stage Project \nFriday\, October 17th\, 2025 | Performances at 7:00pm and 8:30pm ET \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nJoin us for the first ever dance performance taking place at New York Insight Meditation Center. Dancers will be sharing a both meditative and energetic movement creation inspired by the calmness and aliveness of our space. \nAll proceeds benefit the New York Insight Meditation Center. \nChoreographer Marijke Eliasberg will\, in collaboration with her dance troupe The Next Stage Project (TNSP)\, create a performance inspired by the poem “Reflections in Time” by Robert Longley. Our world has beauty and mystery at the same time. You can choose to just see it the way you want to\, or you can look deeper. \n——\nReflections in time\nBy Robert Longley \nAbove there is reflection\nColorful and bright\nDancing in the sunlight\nShimmering at night\nJust below the surface\nAnother world awaits\nHolding onto mysteries\nUntil some future date\nOur view will let us marvel\nThat these two coexist\nAnd think on our experiences\nAnd those we might have missed\nThe world is full of beauty\nAnd also some surprise\nPerhaps it is the future\nReflecting in our eyes\n—— \nThe Next Stage Project artists:\nHannah Albin\, Clara Franklin\, Delia Wada-Gill\, Hwajin Kim\, Sara LaPadula\, Chauncey Pauley\, Sophia Pielet\, Sara Pizzi\, Abby Register\, Rosa Silva\, Tristan Walsh\, Janina Amber Young & Miguel Zapico \nThe Next Stage Project:\nFounded in 2002 by Artistic Directors Marijke Eliasberg and Jana Hicks\, The Next Stage Project (TNSP) is known for an organic movement style\, full body movement and small obscure interactions\, portrayed by talented and expressive dancers. By forming partnerships between selected artists from around the globe and seeking creative venues to perform our works\, TNSP aims to give dancers\, choreographers and artists an opportunity to connect and share their art and passion. The TNSP directors are offering Dance\, Tai Chi Chuan\, Yoga and Yoga4Cancer classes to the community. Company dancers are selected for their commitment\, passion\, talent and genuine interest in collaborating with the Artistic Directors. \nThere will be two performances: one at 7:00pm and one at 8:30pm. Please select your ticket from the form corresponding to your desired showtime. \nRegistration: 7:00pm Showing\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 \nRegistration: 8:30pm Showing\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/reflection-dance-benefit/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Open to All,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Reflection.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T180000 DTSTAMP:20250813T204543Z CREATED:20250813T204228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T204543Z UID:89693-1760781600-1760810400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Manhattan Pilgrimage - A Meditative Walk through NYC DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Manhattan Pilgrimage – A Meditative Walk through NYC \nwith nico hase \nSaturday\, October 18th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 6:00pm \nLocation: Meet at the Met Cloisters (exact location will be sent via email)\n99 Margaret Corbin Drive\, Fort Tryon Park\, New York City\, NY 10040 \n\nPilgrimage has been an essential part of Buddhist spiritual life for thousands of years. The process of walking–outer pilgrimage—often gives rise to insights\, healing\, and a deep sense of letting go—inner pilgrimage. \nDoing this together builds community and mutual belonging. \nDoing this in a major American city brings the sacred into the everyday. \nIn this 12 mile pilgrimage\, visiting Insight meditation teacher nico hase will guide participants in a meditation walk from northern Manhattan to our home ground at New York Insight. The pilgrimage will happen rain or shine. \nThe group will gather at 10:00 at the Met Cloisters. After a guided meditation\, dialogue\, and intention setting ritual\, the group will walk in silence until lunch. \nDuring lunch there will be time for casual conversation\, followed by a brief meditation\, before resuming the silent meditation walk. The pilgrimage will end at 115 W 29th Street around 5:00pm\, where nico will offer a dharma talk followed by reflections\, dialogue\, and a brief closing ceremony. \n(See below for a map of our route.) \nThis pilgrimage is open to anyone who can walk ten miles at a brisk pace with infrequent stops. No prior meditation experience is necessary. \nJoin visiting Insight meditation teacher nico hase for a day of outer and inner pilgrimage\, and a deepening into the sacred in the everyday of city life. \nFAQ  \nWhere do we meet? \nWe’ll meet at 10:00 at the Met Cloisters. Exact location will be sent via email. \nWhere do we end? \nWe’ll conclude our walk with a talk and snacks at New York Insight Meditation Center at approximately 6:00pm. \nHow do I get to the starting point? \nThe Met Cloisters is located at 99 Margaret Corbin Drive\, Fort Tryon Park\, New York\, NY\, 10040. By subway\, take the A train to 190th Street and exit the station by elevator. Walk north along Margaret Corbin Drive for approximately 10 minutes or transfer to the M4 bus and ride north one stop. You can find more information about getting to the Met Cloisters here. \nHow long is the walk? \nThe walk is approximately 12 miles. \nAre there bathrooms along the walk? \nYes. We will be making bathroom stops every 1-2 hours. \nWhat should I bring? \nWater and snacks and lunch! \nWhat should I wear? \nPlease wear comfortable walking shoes (running sneakers are recommended)\, and lightweight clothing that is appropriate for being outside for several hours. \nWhat kind of physical prep work should I do? \nThis pilgrimage is a 12-mile walk. A person should be comfortable walking at least 10 miles with 1-2 breaks that last less than a half hour. \nIf I can’t do the whole length\, can I leave early or meet you further along the route? \nYES! \nWhat is a silent pilgrimage?  \nA silent pilgrimage is a contemplative walking journey where participants travel in meditative silence\, combining physical movement with spiritual practice. \nWho can I contact for more info? \nFeel free to reach out to registration@nyimc.org with any questions. \n \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/manhattan-pilgrimage-10-25/ LOCATION:The Met Cloisters\, 99 Margaret Corbin Drive\, New York\, NY\, 10040\, United States CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/sunrise-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T130000 DTSTAMP:20251014T163348Z CREATED:20250815T135717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T163348Z UID:89739-1760868000-1760878800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: Beyond the Scarcity Mindset - Generosity and the Path of Liberation DESCRIPTION:Online: Beyond the Scarcity Mindset – Generosity and the Path of Liberation \nwith Devin Berry and Gina LaRoche \nSunday\, October 19th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm ET \nOnline via Zoom \n \nIn a time marked by fragmentation\, instability\, and growing disconnection\, it can feel difficult to stay open—or to step beyond our individual needs. The pull toward self-protection and scarcity is strong\, and yet\, these conditions are exactly where the heart practice of generosity becomes most vital. \nIn this half-day retreat\, we’ll return to dāna—the ancient Buddhist teaching of generosity—as a path toward freedom and interconnection. Through meditation\, Dharma reflection\, and relational practice\, we’ll explore how generosity can soften the heart\, nurture compassion for ourselves and others\, support letting go\, and remind us of the inherent reciprocity that sustains all life. \nParticipants will leave with: \n\nEmbodied practices for cultivating generosity in everyday life\nWays to extend generosity toward oneself as a foundation for giving to others\nA deeper understanding of generosity (dāna) as a liberating heart quality\nTools for meeting the world with courage\, care\, and reciprocity\n\nJoin us in reclaiming generosity not only as something we offer\, but as a way of being that heals and frees. \nIn the spirit of generosity\, this retreat is being offered at a special lower rate to make participation accessible to all. \nThis retreat is open to all\, regardless of meditation experience\, background\, or tradition. \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/cultivating-generosity/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Devin-Berry-Gina-LaRoche.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T153000 DTSTAMP:20250825T153424Z CREATED:20250825T153424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T153424Z UID:89783-1760880600-1760887800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person: Community Potluck DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Community Potluck \nSunday\, October 19th\, 2025 | 1:30pm – 3:30pm (Doors Open at 1:00pm) \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-10-19-25/ 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:20251020T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T113000 DTSTAMP:20251014T195550Z CREATED:20250815T142321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T195550Z UID:89742-1760952600-1760959800@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: The Path to Freedom from Habitual Worry\, Reactivity\, and Obsession DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: The Path to Freedom from Habitual Worry\, Reactivity\, and Obsession \nwith Elaine Retholtz \nMondays\, October 20th – December 8th\, 2025 | 9:30am – 11:30am ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n\nIn the Four Noble Truths\, the Buddha pointed to the Eightfold Path as one way out of dukkha\, (often translated as unsatisfactoriness\, vulnerability\, or suffering) leading to complete freedom (nibbana). What is this path? \nThe Eightfold Path is often viewed as a kind of prescription or instruction manual: if I do this\, or if I behave this way\, I will suffer less. But as we look closer\, we begin to see this teaching as not just a way out of feeling bad\, but a profoundly ethical framework that unlocks a life of non-harming\, connection\, access to joy\, and contentment. It is a path that touches every aspect of our lives and relationships. \nThis path can help us get free from our habitual emotional reactions and cultivate a more wholesome\, engaged approach to life. \nIn this eight-week program\, we will explore how the Eightfold Path can be a source of groundedness\, clarity\, and direction that is available at all times. Together we’ll examine all 8 limbs of the path: Right or appropriate View\, Intention\, Speech\, Action\, Livelihood\, Effort\, Mindfulness\, and Collectedness. \nJoin New York Insight 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. \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/path-to-freedom/ 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/2018/05/Buddha_Hands.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T120000 DTSTAMP:20251020T182956Z CREATED:20250723T143743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T182956Z UID:89612-1761125400-1761134400@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 Course: Wednesdays\, October 22nd – December 17th (skips November 26th)\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm\nIn-Person Daylong: Saturday\, December 6th\, 2025 | 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\, October 15\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm\nCourse: Wednesdays\, October 22 – December 17 (skips November 26)\, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm\nDaylong: Saturday\, December 6\, 2025 | 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. \nSign up for the free orientation on October 15 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-10-22-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:For Beginners,MBSR & Related Courses,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/meditation3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T203000 DTSTAMP:20251013T173927Z CREATED:20250825T151541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T173927Z UID:89778-1761157800-1761165000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Elaine Retholtz \nWednesday\, October 22nd\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor \nOnline via Zoom – RSVP to receive your link \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! \nRegistration\nPlease RSVP for in-person or online attendance. You will receive a Zoom link in your confirmation email. If you are attending in person\, please arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure an orderly check-in. \nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open the form in a new browser. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested donation is $15\, but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. All proceeds will support this gathering’s teacher(s) and New York Insight. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-meditation-gathering-10-22-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,For Beginners,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/meditators-group-compressed-final.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T134500 DTSTAMP:20250924T200310Z CREATED:20250924T200310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T200310Z UID:90566-1761224400-1761227100@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation \nwith Reverend Doyeon Park \nThursday\, October 23rd\, 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-10-23-25/ LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Open to All,Rubin ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Rubin-event-Image-compressed-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T203000 DTSTAMP:20251022T191821Z CREATED:20250815T144505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T191821Z UID:89744-1761244200-1761251400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: Beginner’s Meditation Workshop DESCRIPTION:Online: Beginner’s Meditation Workshop \nwith David Grogan\n \nThursday\, October 23rd\, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nOnline via Zoom \n \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 supportive online 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! \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-10-23-25/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Evening Events,For Beginners,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/people-meditators-meditating-group-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T203000 DTSTAMP:20250903T194720Z CREATED:20250828T135530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T194720Z UID:89791-1761246000-1761251400@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: The Sure Heart - Emotion\, Healing\, and Buddhist Psychology DESCRIPTION:Online: The Sure Heart – Emotion\, Healing\, and Buddhist Psychology \nwith Sean Oakes\, PhD \nThursdays\, October 23rd – November 20th\, 2025 | 7:00pm – 8:30pm ET \n \nCan meditation and mindfulness support us in our emotional life? Absolutely. The Buddha’s teaching is frequently understood as a kind of psychology\, or science of mind\, and the core of the Dhamma is a set of teachings on how to work with the strong habitual emotions and energies that lead to harmful action. The result of practice is not an abstract metaphysical wisdom but a profound happiness and peace that is called “the sure heart’s release.” This release naturally includes a healing of old wounds and a restoration of healthy relating with ourselves and others. \nIn this 5-week course we’ll look at the Buddha’s teachings on emotion and healing\, exploring how to bring mindfulness\, insight\, and skillful response to powerful states like love\, fear\, anger\, and grief. This is the fourth in a series of practice and study courses aimed to build a strong foundation for Theravāda Buddhist training. You do not have to have taken the other courses in the series to take this one\, and beginners are welcome. \nWe will read original texts from the Pāli Canon as the source of our meditation instructions\, and weave in supporting material from contemporary neuroscience and psychology. Each week we will meditate together\, read passages from the discourses\, and support each other in building or deepening a daily meditation practice. You will come away with deepened skill in Buddhist mindfulness\, and a framework for bringing the discernment of spiritual inquiry into every part of your life. \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/the-sure-heart/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Buddhist Studies Courses,Course Series,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Hand-on-Heart.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T120000 DTSTAMP:20250825T154920Z CREATED:20250825T154920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T154920Z UID:89784-1761472800-1761480000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Sitting on Sunday DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Sitting on Sunday\n \nwith David Grogan\n \nSunday\, October 26th\, 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 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. \nRegistration:\nPlease RSVP below for in-person or online attendance. Your confirmation email will contain Zoom details. \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/sitting-on-sunday-10-26-25/ 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:20251026T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T193000 DTSTAMP:20250914T005357Z CREATED:20250815T152041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T005357Z UID:89746-1761499800-1761507000@www.nyimc.org SUMMARY:Online: Steadying Our Center - Heartful Breathwork for These Times DESCRIPTION:Online: Steadying Our Center – Heartful Breathwork for These Times \nwith Dalila Bothwell \nSunday\, October 26th\, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm ET \nOnline via Zoom \n \nIn times of uncertainty and change\, our breath can be a reliable and helpful anchor. In this nourishing online session we will practice the wisdom of conscious breathing and heart-centered awareness. \nBreathwork is the practice of using intentional breathing patterns and techniques to cultivate deeper states of awareness\, healing\, and presence. Unlike simply observing the natural breath in traditional meditation\, breathwork involves actively engaging with the breath as a transformative tool – using rhythm\, depth\, and conscious direction to possibly access emotional release\, somatic healing\, and expanded states of consciousness. \nRather than working with breath as a mental object alone\, we’ll explore how the breath moves through our entire being – softening the heart space\, releasing tension\, and creating a felt sense of groundedness through the body. This embodied approach helps us stay present not just with our thoughts\, but with the full spectrum of our human experience. \nJoin us in cultivating the steady heart that can meet whatever arises with wisdom and compassion. \nFormat\nOur time together will include brief dharma reflections\, guided meditation\, breathwork\, journaling and gentle movement. No prior breathwork experience is necessary – just bring your openness and your meditation cushion. \nAll instructions are invitational; you can participate to the degree it is supportive and resonant. \nWhat You’ll Need\n\nQuiet space\nComfortable cushion or chair\nOptional: blanket\, nourishing beverage\, notebook for reflections\n\n  \nRegistration:\nPlease register below. If you are able\, registering at the “Supporter” level enables others to attend at the “Subsidized” level. Thank you for your generosity! (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support\, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.) \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \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/steadying-our-center/ LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Open to All ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nyimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/woman-smile-compressed.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR