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SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Sitting on Sunday
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Sitting on Sunday\n \nwith Amy Selzer and Nancy Glimm\n \nSunday\, February 1st\, 2026 | 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-2-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All
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SUMMARY:Online: Dedicated Practice Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Dedicated Practice Sangha \nEvery Sunday | 6:00pm – 8:00pm ET \nAre You Dedicated? If you are passionate about the Dharma\, then the Dedicated Practice Sangha is a perfect opportunity to deepen your practice. Join us for sitting meditation\, walking meditation\, and sharing with a friendly\, peer-led group of practitioners with a variety of Vipassana\, retreat and Dharma study experiences. \nLed by NYI Practice-Leaders. No meditation instructions are given. All are welcome. \nClick to join via zoom:  http://bit.ly/nyidedicated \nMeeting ID: 889 3399 6460\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, join by phone:\n+16465588656\,\,88933996460# US (New York) \nFee by donation: Suggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. For this event all donations go to support NYI. \nMake a Donation\nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support services. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/dedicated-practice-sangha/2026-02-01/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T203000
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SUMMARY:In-Person: Young Adult Sangha
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Young Adult Sangha \n1st Sunday of each month | 6:30pm – 8:30pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \nAre you a Young Adult practitioner? Interested in sharing how NYI can support your practice? Please take a minute to fill out this form:  Young Adult Reflection Form \nThis community currently gathers monthly to meditate\, discuss Buddhist teachings\, and provide mutual support in applying these practices to the specific challenges of the group. \nThe gathering is participatory and casual. \nDiscussion may follow inquiries about the reading\, meditation practice\, and life off-the-cushion\, viewed through dharma teachings. \nPeriodically NYI or Guests Teachers will offer a dharma talk and inquiry to this community. \nWe aspire to build a community that is authentic\, relational\, pragmatic & joyful. All are warmly welcome. \nThere is no required level of experience or familiarity with meditation or Buddhism. Meditation instruction is given. \nThe suggested age range to attend this sangha is 18-34. \nPlease RSVP in advance so we know how many participants to expect.\nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open it in a new browser. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and NYIMC operations. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/young-adult-sangha-2026/2026-02-01/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Beginners,Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T203000
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SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: BIPOC Sangha
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: BIPOC (Black\, Indigenous\, and People of Color) Sangha \nFirst and third Mondays of the month | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight Meditation Center at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \nThis sitting group provides instruction in insight meditation and fosters mutual support and understanding among the growing community of people of color who find nourishment and inspiration in the practice of meditation. \nNo previous meditation experience is required. \nTeacher schedule: \nJuly 6\, 2026 Wildecy de Fatima Jury\, Teacher \nJuly 20\, 2026 Lin Wang Gordon\, Teacher \nAugust 3\, 2026\, Felicia Dickerson\, Practice Leader \nAugust 17\, 2026 Isabel Adon\, Practice Leader \nSept. 20\, 2026 Multiple Teachers and Practice Leaders \nOctober 5\, 2026 Wildecy de Fatima Jury\, Teacher \nOctober 19\, 2026 Jian Ling Gao\, Practice Leader \nNovember 2\, 2026\, Felicia Dickerson\, Practice Leader \nNovember 16\, 2026 Jian Ling Gao\, Practice Leader \nDecember 7\, 2026  Lin Wang Gordon\, Teacher \nDecember 21\, 2026 Shilpa Mankikar\, Practice Leader \nPlease come 15 – 20 minutes before our gathering begins to allow for ease in check-in. Whether joining in-person or online please consider registering in advance so our Teachers know who is joining.  Walk-ins welcome\, please register at the check-in when you arrive. \nFor online participants please find zoom link below. \nJoin our sangha via Zoom: https://bit.ly/NYI-POC-Sangha\nMeeting ID: 893 2935 9393\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, dial by your location: +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kVOM3xIYC \nMake a Donation: \nPlease register and/or donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and our NYI center\, community programs and sangha gatherings \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off\, or click here to open the form in a new tab. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/bipoc-sangha-2026/2026-02-02/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Beginners,Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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SUMMARY:Online: Aging As A Spiritual Practice
DESCRIPTION:Aging As A Spiritual Practice \nTuesdays from 1:00pm-2:30pm ET \nThis sitting group meets every Tuesday afternoon and is focused on aging as a spiritual practice and source of great wisdom. Open to all levels of practice and all interested persons\, there is no age barrier! Pre-registration is not required. \nEach meeting includes sitting and walking meditation\, a dharma talk\, and a group discussion. The dharma talks evolve out of the needs of the participants. \nTeacher Schedule: \nDECEMBER\n2nd – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n9th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n16th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n23rd – David Grogan\, Teacher\n30th – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher \nJANUARY 2026 \n6th -Nancy Glimm\, Teacher\n13th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n20th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n27th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \nFEBRUARY\n3rd – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n10th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n17th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n24th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \nMARCH\n3rd – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher\n10th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n17th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n24th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \n31st- Nancy Glimm\, Teacher \nAPRIL\n7th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n14th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n21st – David Grogan\, Teacher\n28th – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher \nMAY\n5th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n12th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n19th – David Grogan\, Teacher\n26th – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher \nJUNE\n2nd – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n9th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n16th – David Grogan\, Teacher\n23rd – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher\n30th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher \nJoin the sit online: http://bit.ly/nyiaging \nMeeting ID: 838 9101 7819\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, join by phone:\n+16469313860\,\,83891017819# US\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/achakHOtPS \nRSVP / Donate\nPlease RSVP and/or offer your donation below for the session you wish to attend. Your contribution supports both the teacher(s) of the session you attend and NY Insight. Please only select one session at a time if you are donating; this will ensure your contribution goes to the correct teacher. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. CLICK HERE to open the form in a new browser tab. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/aging-as-a-spiritual-practice/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T190000
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SUMMARY:Online: Brooklyn Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Online: Brooklyn Sangha \nTuesdays from 7:00-8:30 pm ET \nOnline via Zoom \nLed by NYI Teachers or Peer-Leaders\, this weekly online sitting group provides an opportunity for Sangha members to meet for meditation\, a dharma exploration and discussion to address practice issues. Open to all levels of experience. \nJoin our sangha via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85932456758?pwd=SEHMRjGq5d5TuM0sGaBx8VqPgSitbL.1 \nMeeting ID: 859 3245 6758\nPasscode: brooklyn \nDial In +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdLdb6tQtV \nMake a Donation: \nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested starting donation is $10 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.\n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/brooklyn-sangha/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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SUMMARY:In-Person: Tai Chi - Meditation in Motion
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion \nwith Tim Abshire \nWednesday\, February 4th\, 2026 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nIn the Insight\, or vipassana\, meditation tradition\, we talk a lot about noticing the breath\, but what about the rest of the body? \nIn fact\, tai chi is often referred to as “meditation in motion.” This practice is one of slowing down while still feeling energized\, and learning to relax our muscles while maintaining precision. \nThis practice is well-suited to do before sitting meditation—tai chi is one way to get in touch with the wholeness of the breathing body. Some benefits of tai chi include improved muscle strength\, balance\, and flexibility\, and an increase in energy and focus. \nPlease note: the February 4 session of this series will be taught by Tim Abshire. All other sessions will be taught by Marijke Eliasberg. \nAll are welcome! No previous experience with tai chi is required to join the sessions. You are free to sign up for a single session\, the whole series\, or anything in-between. This series runs from February 4th through February 25th. \nThis offering is part of New York Insight’s Mindful Movement series. \nRegistration:\nPlease register below for one or more sessions in this series. (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support\, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.) \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/tai-chi-2-4-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course Series,Mindful Movement
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SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith David Grogan \nWednesday\, February 4th\, 2026 | 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-2-4-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,For Beginners,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T120000
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SUMMARY:Online: When Sh*t Hits the Fan - Broken Heart Dharma (Three-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Online: When Sh*t Hits the Fan – Broken Heart Dharma (Three-Part Series) \nwith Jon Aaron \nPart 1: When Things Fall Apart (February 5th to March 12th\, 2026)\nPart 2: Picking Up The Pieces (April 9th to May 14th\, 2026)\nPart 3: Shattered And Whole (May 21st to June 25th\, 2026) \nThursdays\, 10:00am – 12:00pm ET \n \nThe Buddha’s First Noble Truth clearly states: there is dukkha. This has been translated as un-satisfactoriness\, suffering\, dis-ease\, being out of whack—take your pick! We all know it when we are in it. In other words\, shit happens. In fact\, shit is always happening. We all see it all around us\, and we experience it in many ways. Every now and then\, in addition to moving through a world so prone to breaking our hearts\, our own more personal world might get turned upside down. You lose a loved one\, a job\, a home\, or your body as you once knew it. You take a devastating financial hit. You’re injured in such a way that your life is permanently changed. A relationship ends. Something or someone you’ve counted on your whole life is suddenly gone. Sometimes\, several losses or injuries hit at once or in close succession: when it rains\, it pours! It can feel like the world is falling apart. And in many ways\, it is. In those moments dukkha is not just a concept; we feel it in our bones\, we call out into the night. \nMost of us\, understandably\, are conditioned to push away suffering. To leap into making it better\, or simply not feeling it. To deny it\, to fix it\, to rage at it. I get it. I have those reflexes in me. Our culture can also exacerbate such aversion\, and sell us all kinds of things and services in these moments of desperation. Indeed\, the overwhelming sadness or discombobulation can be paralyzing. \nCompartmentalization\, to some degree\, can be a good survival tactic. To help us still get out of bed\, brush our teeth\, make a meal. And yet\, there is also a path to freedom that awaits in feeling into the dukkha fully and fearlessly. This is not about a dull acceptance\, or the indulgence of self-pity. It’s about the courage to face reality\, to acknowledge our humanity\, and to build from there\, with less delusions\, less attachments to false refuges\, less illusions of safety that lead us astray. \nThose familiar with the Buddhist tradition will have likely come across the teaching of the 12 links\, or nidanas\, which keep us going around and around in cycles of suffering. But in the early Buddhist texts\, there is another set of links\, the positive nidanas\, that set us on to what some have called the Spiral Path to liberation. The first of those links is\, unsurprisingly\, dukkha. Immediately after comes sraddha (faith on that which is reliable\, or confidence). Sraddha is crucial for the awakening process\, yet it depends on suffering in order to arise. How does that work? What does it mean for those of us who may be in the thick of a broken heart? Of life plans suddenly imploding? Of devastating losses? \nDrawing on Pema Chödrön’s cherished book and other resources\, I invite you to join me in a series of three classes to explore these themes. Let’s sit together in the rubble of our lives and see what happens when we don’t turn away. \nWhat the course includes: \n\na period of guided meditation specific to the course theme\na dharma talk\nQ&A and discussion\nsomatic exercises and occasional chanting/mantra practice\nRecording of the talk portion and any readings will be sent to registered participants\n\nOptional Mentoring: \nEvery registrant will also have the option to join the course with an individual mentoring session in each of the sections. \nOptional Retreats: \nAn online Retreat Day will be scheduled after Part 1 (optional)\, and a short retreat after Part 2. \nSliding Scale \nNYI is committed to making these courses easily available\, so we use a sliding scale. Each of the three sections is offered at a sliding scale as follows. \n\nBenefactor $420\nStandard $300\nSupported $180 (please email registration@nyimc.org about payment plan options or scholarships if this is still out of reach).\n\nPlease choose the level of contribution that is most suitable to your situation. \nIf you can commit to the entire series in three parts (18 weeks)\, there is a 20% discount. The full course rate is as follows. \n\nBenefactor $1008\nStandard $720\nSupported $432 (please email registration@nyimc.org about payment plan options or scholarships if this is still out of reach).\n\nEveryone who is registered will receive recordings of the talks and all materials\, even if they miss a session. \nPart 1: When Things Fall Apart (Feb 5 to Mar 12)\nPart 2: Picking Up The Pieces (Apr 9 to May 14)\nPart 3: Shattered And Whole (May 21 to Jun 25) \nSix Thursdays (online) in each series\n10:00 AM–12:00 PM EST / 9:00 AM–11:00 AM CST / 7:00 AM–9:00 AM PST / 3:00 PM–5:00 PM GMT \nRegistration – Part 1\nUse this form if you wish to register only for Part 1: When Things Fall Apart (Feb 5 – Mar 12; 6 sessions). \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 – Full Course\nUse this form if you wish to register for all three parts of this course (Feb 5 – Jun 25; 18 sessions). \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/when-sht-hits-the-fan/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Course Series,Open to All
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SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Sit
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Sit \nwith Lani Miller \nThursday\, February 5th\, 2026 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor \nOnline via Zoom – RSVP to receive your link \n \nLooking for a space to rest\, practice\, and check in with how you’re feeling? \nEvery Thursday afternoon\, New York Insight offers a meditation space for anyone who seeks a space to ground. Allow yourself some space and embrace the stillness during your lunch break.  \nOn February 5 and February 26\, this program will be held by NYI teacher Lani Miller. On February 12\, this program will be held by teacher Tracy Cochran. On February 19\, this program will be held by teacher Beth Adelson.  \nEveryone is welcome. This is simply a time to practice being grounded. Participants are encouraged to leave their phones at the door and maintain the Buddhist practice of Noble Silence.  \nThere will be tea and light refreshments available between 2:00-2:30 PM. \nYour generosity\, or what we call dana\, is what makes this afternoon of tranquility possible. Please give what you can. We are honored to offer a temple of reflection and quiet this winter season and always. \nSuggested dana – $15 \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.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-sit-2-5-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T203000
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CREATED:20251220T204432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T204537Z
UID:92665-1770316200-1770323400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Nervous System Reset - An Introduction to Somatic Meditation
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Nervous System Reset – An Introduction to Somatic Meditation \nwith Kathy Cherry \nThursday\, February 5th\, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nIn today’s fast-paced and uncertain world\, many of us live in a constant search for safety—grasping at familiar habits\, thoughts\, emotions\, or identities in an effort to feel grounded. Often\, these patterns are driven not by choice\, but by an overactivated nervous system responding to real or perceived threat. \nWithout awareness and support\, this cycle can leave us feeling overwhelmed\, disconnected from our bodies\, and trapped in reactions that no longer serve us. \nThis two-hour evening class introduces a new way forward. Drawing inspiration from the Nadī Sutta (The River) and integrating somatic meditation\, mindfulness practices\, and Somatic Experiencing® techniques\, we will explore how the body’s survival responses are actually expressions of intelligence—attempts to create stability and protection. The “reeds and grasses” in the river become a metaphor for the ways we cling to sensations\, emotions\, thoughts\, and identities when safety feels uncertain. \nThrough guided meditation\, body-based tracking\, gentle movement\, and moments of reflection\, you will learn to recognize these automatic patterns not as problems to fix\, but as signals pointing toward a deeper need for safety\, care\, and connection. By developing a felt sense of safety in the present moment\, the nervous system can begin to reorganize toward greater ease\, clarity\, and choice. \nIn this class\, you will: \n\nStart to understand your stress responses as intelligent attempts to create safety\nLearn simple\, body-based practices to access a felt sense of groundedness and support\nExperience how greater embodiment naturally brings clarity\, resilience\, and spaciousness\n\nJoin us to shift from grasping and survival toward presence\, self-trust\, and a more embodied sense of safety in your daily life. \nThis class is open to all. No prior experience with meditation or Somatic Experiencing® is required. \nNote: This program will be recorded. The recording will be sent to all registrants after the program\, so please feel free to sign up even if you cannot join in real time. \nIn-Person Registration:\nPlease register below to attend in-person. 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 (Zoom) Registration:\nPlease register below to attend online via Zoom. 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/nervous-system-reset/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130549Z
CREATED:20200624T135738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T130549Z
UID:86760-1770318000-1770325200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Thursday Peer-Led Sitting
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Peer-Led Sitting \nWeekly | 7:00pm – 9:00pm ET \nPlease note: This peer-led community group meets in-person and online on the first Thursday of each month\, and online all other Thursdays. \nThis gathering will be ONLINE ONLY tonight\, Thursday\, July 2nd. 2026.  Please see info below to join. \nIn-Person Location: 115 West 29th Street\, on the 12th Floor \nPeer-led sittings\, led by NYI Practice-Leaders\, include a guided meditation\, a short Dharma reading\, a time for peer reflections and Metta. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84002337272?pwd=aUN2YjcyQ3Vsd2d5WE1oeCtNTXBEUT09 \nMeeting ID: 840 0233 7272\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, dial in by your location\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aeGCOAr8uX \n  \nFee by donation: Suggested starting donation is $10 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. \nMake a Donation\nPlease donate the form below. All proceeds will support the NYI center\, community programs and sangha gatherings and teacher support efforts. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/thursday-peer-led-sitting/2026-02-05/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260326T125606Z
CREATED:20180814T023428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T125606Z
UID:92921-1770319800-1770325200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Harlem Insight
DESCRIPTION:Online: Harlem Insight\nEvery Thursday | 7:30pm – 9:00pm \nHarlem Sangha is a vibrant and intimate community that embraces diversity in age\, gender\, race and sexual orientation. Our steadfast commitment to the dharma and the consistent dedication of our members have fostered a safe space where different perspectives are valued and embraced. Within our sangha\, you’ll find warmth\, wisdom\, and a genuine sense of welcome. \nEvery Thursday\, our team of experienced teachers and practice leaders offers a period of guided meditation\, a dharma talk\, and a discussion on the Buddha’s teachings. Join us to explore how these teachings can be applied to both our time on the cushion and our everyday lives. \nHere is the Zoom Meeting information:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84527673942?pwd=ExaT7ZBiPGZnp7GdOn3NEDf9QwfVeI.1 \nMeeting ID: 845 2767 3942\nPasscode: 123 \nTeacher schedule:\nMarch 26th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nApril 2nd – Isabel Adon\nApril 9th – Gary Singer\nApril 16th – Lani Miller\nApril 23rd – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nApril 30th – Isabel Adon\nMay 7th – Felicia Dickerson\nMay 14th – Lissa Edmond\nMay 21st – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nMay 28th – Gary Singer\nJune 4th – Felicia Dickerson\nJune 11th – Isabel Adon\nJune 18th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nJune 25th – Lani Miller\nJuly 2nd – Gary Singer\nJuly 9th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nJuly 16th – Lani Miller\nJuly 23rd – Felicia Dickerson\nJuly 30th – Isabel Adon\nAugust 6th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nAugust 13th – Gary Singer\nAugust 20th – Felicia Dickerson \nMake a Donation:\nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. \n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/harlem-insight/2026-02-05/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas,Satellite Meditation Groups - Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T143000
DTSTAMP:20251203T200811Z
CREATED:20251203T200811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T200811Z
UID:92108-1770379200-1770388200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course
DESCRIPTION:Online: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course \nwith Jon Aaron \n\nOnline Course: Fridays\, February 6th – March 27th\, 2026 | 12:00pm – 2:30pm ET\nOnline Daylong: Sunday\, March 8th\, 2026 | 9:30am – 5:00pm ET \n \nMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is the ground-breaking and time-tested\, scientifically researched program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn in 1979 for the University of Massachusetts Medical School. \nThis transformative course is suited for those coming to meditation for the first time or for experienced meditators who realize they have not yet integrated these practices fully into their lives. \nWhat To Expect:\nMBSR uses meditation\, mindful yoga\, and inquiry/discussion as a way of exploring the habits of the mind to discover how these patterns of reactivity become a major cause of stress and where we could intervene to change them. MBSR helps participants learn to alter their relationship with each moment of their lives and through it derive more clarity\, joy\, fulfillment\, and meaning from their lives. Classes usually have 25-30 participants but may be smaller. The course is experiential: by paying attention to what arises in daily and class practice\, and through exploring the challenges that arise and how these are met\, a supportive and safe container is created for students to feel connected and be inspired. Participants are supported by recorded guided meditations and are expected to practice 45-60 minutes of daily formal meditation as well as various informal practices. \nBenefits of MBSR:\nResearch over the past 46 years indicates that a majority of people who complete this program report a greater ability to cope more effectively with short and long term stressful situations; an increased ability to relax\, lasting decreases in physical and psychological symptoms; reduction in pain levels and enhanced ability to cope with chronic pain and most importantly a greater energy and enthusiasm for life. \nSome of the Skills People Learn in MBSR Courses: \n\nPractical coping skills to improve the ability to handle stressful situations\nTechniques for being physically and mentally relaxed and at ease\nGentle full body conditioning exercises to strengthen the body and release muscular tension\nThe ability to be increasingly aware of the interplay of mind and body in health and illness\nThe ability to face change and difficult times in life with greater ease\nGreater ability to decrease the physical\, mental and emotional effects of the societal stressors of sexism\, racism\, homophobia\, xenophobia and gender inequity among many other challenges\n\nCourse Dates \nFree Online Orientation: Friday\, January 23 from 12:00pm – 2:30pm ET\nOnline Course: Fridays\, February 6 – March 27 from 12:00pm – 2:30pm ET\nOnline Daylong: Sunday\, March 8 from 9:30am – 5:00pm ET \nSliding Scale Course Fee: Sustaining $715 – Base $420 \nPlease choose your rate mindfully and be as generous as possible so that NYI can continue to offer financial assistance to those in need of other NYI offerings. \nIf you need financial assistance\, we have a limited amount of partial scholarships available. Email registration@nyimc.org for more info. \nParticipants may register after the orientation for this class takes place\, but must still view a recorded orientation\, complete the pre-class questionnaire and arrange a pre-class interview with the teacher. Once you have registered\, the teacher will contact you to make these arrangements. \nSign up for the free orientation on January 23 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/online-mbsr-2-6-26/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:For Beginners,MBSR & Related Courses,Mindfulness,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260130T031636Z
CREATED:20251220T205501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T031636Z
UID:92666-1770458400-1770469200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Transforming Self-Judgment with Lovingkindness
DESCRIPTION:Online: Transforming Self-Judgment with Lovingkindness  \nwith Dalya Tamir \nSaturday\, February 7th\, 2026 | 10:00am – 1:00pm ET \n \nMany of us are familiar with the voice of the inner critic\, also called our inner judge. This is a harsh voice in the mind that scolds us\, corrects us\, and keeps us in check. It might feel like there is someone watching over our shoulders\, pointing out our wrongdoings\, or telling us how to think or behave. \nIn reality\, this judgmental voice is no more than a collection of thoughts in the mind. But when it is not seen and understood\, the inner critic holds the power to pull us down into feelings of guilt\, shame\, and unworthiness. \nIn this half-day retreat we will turn our attention toward our patterns of self-judgment. We will explore both its fleeting and impermanent nature and the power it has over our lives. With the help of Buddhist teacher Dalya Tamir\, you’ll start to notice the messages you receive and internalize from society and those around you—and the ways you hold on to these messages. \nThrough lovingkindness practices we will cultivate the antidotes to the harsh voice of our inner judge and make room for a more compassionate\, wiser self. Freeing ourselves\, even temporarily\, from our harsh inner voice allows for a natural emergence of spaciousness and acceptance of ourselves and others. \nThis retreat will include silent guided meditations\, short dharma talks\, sharing in breakout rooms and in the large circle. \nCome join us for this online half-day retreat to learn how to love\, accept\, and trust yourself. \nNote: This program will be recorded. The recording will be sent to all registrants after the program\, so please feel free to sign up even if you cannot join in real time. \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/transforming-self-judgment/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260206T165901Z
CREATED:20260114T165856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165901Z
UID:92818-1770462000-1770467400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Mindful Kids Series
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Mindful Kids Series \nwith Margrit Pittman-Polletta\, Gala Narezo\, and Ian Sicks \nFeaturing the children’s book Anh’s Anger by Gail Silver \nSaturday\, February 7th\, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:30pm ET (new time) \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nPlease note: This program’s time has been updated. It will now take place from 11:00am to 12:30pm ET at New York Insight. \nNew York Insight Meditation Center invites you to our second 2026 INSIGHT FAMILY PROGRAM — a series of monthly gatherings for parents\, caregivers and children! \nWe are thrilled to continue the series with storytime and sharing. After listening to a read aloud of Anh’s Anger by Gail Silver\, children will have the chance to engage in a mindful art and play while parents gather to discuss meeting the joys and challenges of family life with mindfulness. There will be time for sharing and mindful snacks after the two groups come back together. \nOver the next five months\, we will offer monthly events for families to gather and engage mindfully with different themes\, like kindness\, courage and peacemaking. Each month’s gathering will feature a mix of storytelling or read-alouds by authors\, as well as mindful movement\, dialogue\, meditation and play. We will begin in one big group for a check in\, listen to storytelling\, and explore the monthly theme together. Afterwards\, children are invited to meet with teachers\, work on an art project\, experience the joy of community\, spaciousness and mindful play. \nParents and caregivers will have the opportunity to meditate together and participate in a dialogue guided by a dharma teacher to explore the joys and challenges of parenting. \nView our flyer for dates and details about upcoming sessions in this series:\nMindful Kids Series – January-May 2026 \nAnh’s Anger \nThis wonderful and engaging story gives children and caregivers a concrete practice for dealing with anger and other difficult emotions. In Anh’s Anger\, five-year-old Anh becomes enraged when his grandfather asks him to stop playing and come to the dinner table.The story unfolds when Anh discovers what it means to sit with his anger to constructively release his thoughts and emotions and to reach resolution with his grandfather. \nGail Silver \nGail Silver\, J.D.\, E-RYT\, RCYT\, is the author of Mindful Bea and The Worry Tree and the award-winning Anh’s Anger children’s book series. The trilogy includes Anh’s Anger\, (winner of the Skipping Stones award for multicultural awareness)\, Steps and Stones\, (nominated for a Bill Martin Jr. Picture Book Award)\, and Peace\, Bugs\, and Understanding. Gail currently runs Yoga Child\, Inc. and The School Mindfulness Project Inc. You can follow all her news at gailsilver.com. \n  \nRegistration:\nThe recommended child age range for this program is 4 – 15. One adult per family may attend free. For example\, if two adults and two children will be attending from your family\, please select 2 Child tickets and 1 Additional Adult ticket. \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/mindful-kids-series-2-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T170000
DTSTAMP:20251223T151916Z
CREATED:20251220T211811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T151916Z
UID:92670-1770544800-1770570000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Celebrating Black Dharma Voices – A Daylong Retreat for the BIPOC Community
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Celebrating Black Dharma Voices – A Daylong Retreat for the BIPOC Community \nwith Leslie Booker and Rashid Hughes \nSunday\, February 8th\, 2026 | 10:00am – 5:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nDespite being historically siloed\, folks of African descent carry a rich legacy of contemplation—an enduring wisdom that\, even in the face of colonization and enslavement\, has taught us how to pause\, rest\, and reconnect with our true selves. \nOver the course of this day of practice\, we’ll explore the dharma by honoring Black dharma voices. Through meditation\, reflection\, and group sharing\, we’ll discuss how both Buddhist and Black traditions teach us how to embrace paradox with grace—to hold grief and joy\, struggle and triumph\, as equal parts of the whole. \nIf you are Black\, Indigenous\, or a Person of Color\, we invite you to join us for this daylong retreat. \nNote: This program will be recorded. The recording will be sent to all registrants after the program\, so please feel free to sign up even if you cannot join in real time. \nIn-Person Registration:\nPlease register below for in-person participation. 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 (Zoom) Registration:\nPlease register below for online participation via Zoom. 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/celebrating-black-dharma-voices-2026/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Daylong Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T200000
DTSTAMP:20251107T163219Z
CREATED:20180816T021532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T163219Z
UID:86773-1770573600-1770580800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Dedicated Practice Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Dedicated Practice Sangha \nEvery Sunday | 6:00pm – 8:00pm ET \nAre You Dedicated? If you are passionate about the Dharma\, then the Dedicated Practice Sangha is a perfect opportunity to deepen your practice. Join us for sitting meditation\, walking meditation\, and sharing with a friendly\, peer-led group of practitioners with a variety of Vipassana\, retreat and Dharma study experiences. \nLed by NYI Practice-Leaders. No meditation instructions are given. All are welcome. \nClick to join via zoom:  http://bit.ly/nyidedicated \nMeeting ID: 889 3399 6460\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, join by phone:\n+16465588656\,\,88933996460# US (New York) \nFee by donation: Suggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. For this event all donations go to support NYI. \nMake a Donation\nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support services. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/dedicated-practice-sangha/2026-02-08/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T203000
DTSTAMP:20251205T150545Z
CREATED:20250221T171026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T150545Z
UID:92221-1770661800-1770669000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Midlife Sangha Monthly Sit
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Midlife Sangha Monthly Sit \n2nd Monday of each month | 6:30pm-8:30pm ET \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, on the 12th Floor \n \nNew York Insight’s Midlife Sangha is a warm and vibrant community for individuals who wish to explore meditation and apply Buddhist teachings to the gifts and challenges of midlife. Our goal is to cultivate a supportive space that fosters connection\, encouragement\, and authenticity\, allowing members to reflect on shared experiences and personal growth. \nIn these monthly sits\, we will meditate together and explore questions that arise at this stage of life. Whether you’re contemplating a career or relationship change\, navigating elder care or an empty nest\, finding joy or seeking deeper meaning in the second half of life\, you’ll find a community that walks alongside you\, offering mutual support and shared wisdom. \nPlease note new time: Starting January 2026\, the Midlife Sangha meets on the second Monday of each month from 6:30–8:30 PM. Led by NYI Teachers or Peer Leaders\, each session includes meditation\, a dharma discussion\, and an opportunity to explore midlife topics in a supportive community. Open to practitioners of all experience levels. \nThis Sangha meets in-person only. \n \nRegistration\nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open it in a new browser. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nFee by donation: Suggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/midlife-sangha-2026/2026-02-09/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144729Z
CREATED:20180815T013458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T144729Z
UID:86803-1770728400-1770733800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Aging As A Spiritual Practice
DESCRIPTION:Aging As A Spiritual Practice \nTuesdays from 1:00pm-2:30pm ET \nThis sitting group meets every Tuesday afternoon and is focused on aging as a spiritual practice and source of great wisdom. Open to all levels of practice and all interested persons\, there is no age barrier! Pre-registration is not required. \nEach meeting includes sitting and walking meditation\, a dharma talk\, and a group discussion. The dharma talks evolve out of the needs of the participants. \nTeacher Schedule: \nDECEMBER\n2nd – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n9th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n16th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n23rd – David Grogan\, Teacher\n30th – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher \nJANUARY 2026 \n6th -Nancy Glimm\, Teacher\n13th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n20th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n27th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \nFEBRUARY\n3rd – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n10th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n17th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n24th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \nMARCH\n3rd – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher\n10th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n17th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n24th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \n31st- Nancy Glimm\, Teacher \nAPRIL\n7th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n14th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n21st – David Grogan\, Teacher\n28th – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher \nMAY\n5th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n12th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n19th – David Grogan\, Teacher\n26th – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher \nJUNE\n2nd – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n9th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n16th – David Grogan\, Teacher\n23rd – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher\n30th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher \nJoin the sit online: http://bit.ly/nyiaging \nMeeting ID: 838 9101 7819\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, join by phone:\n+16469313860\,\,83891017819# US\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/achakHOtPS \nRSVP / Donate\nPlease RSVP and/or offer your donation below for the session you wish to attend. Your contribution supports both the teacher(s) of the session you attend and NY Insight. Please only select one session at a time if you are donating; this will ensure your contribution goes to the correct teacher. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. CLICK HERE to open the form in a new browser tab. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/aging-as-a-spiritual-practice/2026-02-10/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20251219T194021Z
CREATED:20180814T142112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T194021Z
UID:86804-1770750000-1770755400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Brooklyn Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Online: Brooklyn Sangha \nTuesdays from 7:00-8:30 pm ET \nOnline via Zoom \nLed by NYI Teachers or Peer-Leaders\, this weekly online sitting group provides an opportunity for Sangha members to meet for meditation\, a dharma exploration and discussion to address practice issues. Open to all levels of experience. \nJoin our sangha via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85932456758?pwd=SEHMRjGq5d5TuM0sGaBx8VqPgSitbL.1 \nMeeting ID: 859 3245 6758\nPasscode: brooklyn \nDial In +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdLdb6tQtV \nMake a Donation: \nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested starting donation is $10 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.\n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/brooklyn-sangha/2026-02-10/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260107T152725Z
CREATED:20260105T192915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T152725Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person: Tai Chi - Meditation in Motion
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion \nwith Marijke Eliasberg \nWednesday\, February 11th\, 2026 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nIn the Insight\, or vipassana\, meditation tradition\, we talk a lot about noticing the breath\, but what about the rest of the body? \nIn fact\, tai chi is often referred to as “meditation in motion.” This practice is one of slowing down while still feeling energized\, and learning to relax our muscles while maintaining precision. \nThis practice is well-suited to do before sitting meditation—tai chi is one way to get in touch with the wholeness of the breathing body. Some benefits of tai chi include improved muscle strength\, balance\, and flexibility\, and an increase in energy and focus. \nJoin Marijke Eliasberg\, a certified shifu (teacher) of tai chi\, to reconnect with your body and breath\, and empower yourself with basic tools to help maintain a balanced and healthy mind. Eliasberg is a long-time student of the tai chi Great Grandmaster William C. C. Chen\, and is excited to share the joys of practicing this art with the NYI community. \nAll are welcome! No previous experience with tai chi is required to join the sessions. You are free to sign up for a single session\, the whole series\, or anything in-between. This series runs from February 4th through February 25th. \nThis offering is part of New York Insight’s Mindful Movement series. \nRegistration:\nPlease register below for one or more sessions in this series. (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support\, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.) \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/tai-chi-2-11-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course Series,Mindful Movement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260105T193059Z
CREATED:20251230T160746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T193059Z
UID:92727-1770834600-1770841800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Lani Miller \nWednesday\, February 11th\, 2026 | 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-2-11-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,For Beginners,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260113T212640Z
CREATED:20260113T212640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T212640Z
UID:92814-1770901200-1770904800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Sit
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Sit \nwith Tracy Cochran \nThursday\, February 12th\, 2026 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor \nOnline via Zoom – RSVP to receive your link \n \nLooking for a space to rest\, practice\, and check in with how you’re feeling? \nEvery Thursday afternoon\, New York Insight offers a meditation space for anyone who seeks a space to ground. Allow yourself some space and embrace the stillness during your lunch break.  \nOn February 5 and February 26\, this program will be held by NYI teacher Lani Miller. On February 12\, this program will be held by teacher Tracy Cochran. On February 19\, this program will be held by teacher Beth Adelson.  \nEveryone is welcome. This is simply a time to practice being grounded. Participants are encouraged to leave their phones at the door and maintain the Buddhist practice of Noble Silence.  \nThere will be tea and light refreshments available between 2:00-2:30 PM. \nYour generosity\, or what we call dana\, is what makes this afternoon of tranquility possible. Please give what you can. We are honored to offer a temple of reflection and quiet this winter season and always. \nSuggested dana – $15 \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.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-sit-2-12-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T203000
DTSTAMP:20251224T201346Z
CREATED:20251217T163202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T201346Z
UID:92525-1770921000-1770928200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Opening to Grief - Making Space for Love\, Loss\, and What We Carry
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Opening to Grief – Making Space for Love\, Loss\, and What We Carry \nPart of The Body Remembers Freedom Series\n \nwith Kaira Jewel Lingo and Linds Roberts\n \nThursday\, February 12th\, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nThis session invites us to gently open to grief as a living\, embodied experience. Through meditation\, reflection\, simple movement\, and welcoming our voices\, we practice meeting sorrow with compassion rather than avoidance. By honoring what has been lost while staying connected to ourselves and one another\, we discover how grief\, when welcomed\, can deepen our capacity for love\, connection\, and belonging. \nThis workshop is part of The Body Remembers Freedom\, a monthly series that brings together meditation\, dharma\, and embodied practice in a way that is relational\, grounded\, and alive. Each session includes time for meditation and contemplation\, a dharma talk or shared inquiry\, and InterPlay\, a playful and powerful practice using movement\, voice\, storytelling\, and deep listening to access the wisdom of the body. \nParticipants are supported to be: \n\nMore grounded and connected to their bodies and to one another\nMore accountable to themselves and to community\nReconnected to joy\, creativity\, and inner resource\nBetter able to meet life\, and themselves\, with compassion and presence\n\nIn times that can feel scary\, overwhelming\, or isolating\, these gatherings offer a place to put the phone down\, release accumulated stress\, and reconnect with what feels trustworthy and alive. We gather to remember the sacred in ordinary experience and to be held in the support of community. \nNo experience with meditation or movement is required. You are welcome exactly as you are\, with curiosity and a willingness to be present. \nThe Body Remembers Freedom is offered monthly on the first or second Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 pm ET and is offered in a hybrid format. During the InterPlay portion of the evening\, Linds Roberts guides participants joining on Zoom\, while Kaira Jewel guides those attending in person. The full group then comes back together for the closing practice. You are welcome to register for a single session\, select multiple dates\, or join the full series at a discounted rate. \nSessions are recorded and shared with all registrants after the program\, so you are welcome to sign up even if you cannot attend live. \nRegister for one session or the full series (at a discount!) below.\n2026: February 12 | March 12 | April 9 | May 7 | June 18 | July 9 | August 6 \nIn-Person Registration:\nIn-Person Single Session\nIn-Person Full Series\n  \nOnline (Zoom) Registration:\nOnline Single Session\nOnline Full Series\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-2-26/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130550Z
CREATED:20200624T135738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T130550Z
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SUMMARY:Online: Thursday Peer-Led Sitting
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Peer-Led Sitting \nWeekly | 7:00pm – 9:00pm ET \nPlease note: This peer-led community group meets in-person and online on the first Thursday of each month\, and online all other Thursdays. \nThis gathering will be ONLINE ONLY tonight\, Thursday\, July 2nd. 2026.  Please see info below to join. \nIn-Person Location: 115 West 29th Street\, on the 12th Floor \nPeer-led sittings\, led by NYI Practice-Leaders\, include a guided meditation\, a short Dharma reading\, a time for peer reflections and Metta. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84002337272?pwd=aUN2YjcyQ3Vsd2d5WE1oeCtNTXBEUT09 \nMeeting ID: 840 0233 7272\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, dial in by your location\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aeGCOAr8uX \n  \nFee by donation: Suggested starting donation is $10 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. \nMake a Donation\nPlease donate the form below. All proceeds will support the NYI center\, community programs and sangha gatherings and teacher support efforts. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/thursday-peer-led-sitting/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260326T125609Z
CREATED:20180814T023428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T125609Z
UID:92922-1770924600-1770930000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Harlem Insight
DESCRIPTION:Online: Harlem Insight\nEvery Thursday | 7:30pm – 9:00pm \nHarlem Sangha is a vibrant and intimate community that embraces diversity in age\, gender\, race and sexual orientation. Our steadfast commitment to the dharma and the consistent dedication of our members have fostered a safe space where different perspectives are valued and embraced. Within our sangha\, you’ll find warmth\, wisdom\, and a genuine sense of welcome. \nEvery Thursday\, our team of experienced teachers and practice leaders offers a period of guided meditation\, a dharma talk\, and a discussion on the Buddha’s teachings. Join us to explore how these teachings can be applied to both our time on the cushion and our everyday lives. \nHere is the Zoom Meeting information:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84527673942?pwd=ExaT7ZBiPGZnp7GdOn3NEDf9QwfVeI.1 \nMeeting ID: 845 2767 3942\nPasscode: 123 \nTeacher schedule:\nMarch 26th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nApril 2nd – Isabel Adon\nApril 9th – Gary Singer\nApril 16th – Lani Miller\nApril 23rd – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nApril 30th – Isabel Adon\nMay 7th – Felicia Dickerson\nMay 14th – Lissa Edmond\nMay 21st – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nMay 28th – Gary Singer\nJune 4th – Felicia Dickerson\nJune 11th – Isabel Adon\nJune 18th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nJune 25th – Lani Miller\nJuly 2nd – Gary Singer\nJuly 9th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nJuly 16th – Lani Miller\nJuly 23rd – Felicia Dickerson\nJuly 30th – Isabel Adon\nAugust 6th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nAugust 13th – Gary Singer\nAugust 20th – Felicia Dickerson \nMake a Donation:\nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. \n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/harlem-insight/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas,Satellite Meditation Groups - Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260114T194926Z
CREATED:20260114T194926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T194926Z
UID:92820-1771070400-1771077600@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Cringe-Free Love - A Valentine’s Day of Awakening
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Cringe-Free Love – A Valentine’s Day of Awakening \nwith Brian Simmons \nSaturday\, February 14th\, 2026 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm ET (1 hour of teaching\, followed by 1 hour of community time and refreshments) \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nMeditators are often imagined as endlessly kind\, gentle\, and polished—but in reality\, love doesn’t always flow on demand. Judgment often shows up faster than compassion\, especially toward ourselves. \nThis Valentine’s Day\, join NYI teacher Brian Simmons for an afternoon that reframes love entirely. Instead of treating it as a moral achievement or emotional performance\, we’ll explore Loving Awareness—a basic quality of our own nature\, present even when kindness or compassion feels out of reach. \nThrough guided meditation and discussion\, we’ll meet self-criticism\, difficult emotions\, and habitual resistance—not as problems to fix\, but as experiences to observe with openness. From this perspective\, forgiveness\, compassion\, and even healing arise naturally when we stop striving to be “better” versions of ourselves and start noticing what’s already here. \nNo need to love Valentine’s Day—or even be familiar with loving-kindness practice—to join. Skepticism is welcome. Step into an honest\, grounded experience of love\, free from clichés and cringe. \nIn addition to the teaching\, we invite you to stay for homemade scones\, chocolate\, and unhurried social time—whether you arrive as a couple\, with a friend\, or as a solo practitioner\, all are welcome to share in sangha. \nRegistration:\nPlease choose your registration level below. Optionally\, you are invited to bring a friend for free! To register your plus-one\, simply select a free ticket at the bring-a-friend level in addition to yours. Your free guest can check in by giving your name at the door. \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/cringe-free-love/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T160000
DTSTAMP:20251230T162538Z
CREATED:20251230T162538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T162538Z
UID:92730-1771164000-1771171200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Winter Brunch Community Potluck
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Winter Brunch Community Potluck \nSunday\, February 15th\, 2026 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm (Doors Open at 1:30pm) \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nYou’re invited to join us for our Monthly Sangha Potluck in our beautiful center. \nAll are welcome — whether you’ve been a part of our community for years or are brand new to NYIMC and meditation. \nThe event will begin with a guided meditation and blessing of the meal. \nPlease bring a vegetarian or vegan offering to add to a delicious brunch-themed 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-2-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260211T211327Z
CREATED:20251220T212745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T211327Z
UID:92672-1771164000-1771174800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: You Are Not Your Fault - Meeting ADHD with Mindfulness\, Wisdom\, and Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Online: You Are Not Your Fault – Meeting ADHD with Mindfulness\, Wisdom\, and Compassion \nwith Mark Coleman \nSunday\, February 15th\, 2026 | 2:00pm – 5:00pm ET \n \nDo you have challenges with focus and have a hard time with time and task management? Do you struggle with emotional hypersensitivity or frustration tolerance? Do you find it hard to follow through on tasks or commitments\, or to be reliable and consistent?  \nIf so\, you are not alone. Millions of people suffer daily with conditions associated with these executive function challenges. Though commonly referred to as ADHD\, these symptoms are often exacerbated by our complex\, fast-paced\, high-tech lives. \nSuch conditions often leave people with a sense of self-doubt\, shame\, or unworthiness.  \nThe good news is that with mindfulness\, compassion\, and with the application of skillful techniques\, it is possible to understand and function more effectively with care and wisdom.  \nOver the course of this half-day retreat we’ll explore navigating these challenges\, how they interrupt our functioning\, and how we can meet ourselves with wisdom\, forgiveness and self-compassion. \nHere is a quote from a recent student about this offering: \n“Recently I attended your online class on ADHD. \nThat day changed my life. \nI attended the class with my adult son (I am 76\, he is 43). My son suffers from severe ADHD\, and for years I have attempted\, with limited success\, to support\, understand and help him with this matter. I had hoped your course might give me some new ideas. Instead it opened my eyes and heart to the true nature of my son’s disability. This new awareness created a bond between my son and I that we had been unable to forge previously. We ended the day crying in each other’s arms. \nI cannot thank you enough for this gift. I send you deep formal bows of gratitude\, love and respect.” \nNote: This program will be recorded. The recording will be sent to all registrants after the program\, so please feel free to sign up even if you cannot join in real time. \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/you-are-not-your-fault/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Open to All
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