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Thursday, October 22nd

7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal

YouTube Livestream | IMC Website Livestream
Each weekday morning Gil leads a lightly-guided 30-minute meditation (7-7:30 am) followed by a brief discussion of a dharma topic (7:30-7:45 am). Each week will be a different topic and each day will be a further exploration of that week's topic.

This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. You can access it on the IMC website at https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.

(If you'd like to donate to the center or to the teacher, you can do so at https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/donate/)

Broadcast live on YouTube here
i.e., https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live
Sitting 7:00 -7:30
Dharmette 7:30-7:45

Generosity
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11:00 am - 1:00 pm Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn, Fiona Barner & Robert Cusick

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3rd Thursdays of the month from 11am to 1pm
Suzuki Roshi was asked, "Why do you practice?" He laughed and said, "To enjoy my old age." Please join us as we create a dharma based community of IMC seniors of all ages. Everyone is welcome. We will cultivate enjoying our journey through the vicissitudes and blessings of aging with kindness and wisdom practices. There will be guided meditations, talks, and discussion on topics that support aging with ease and contentment. Participants may bring a bag lunch.
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6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Diana Clark

On Zoom (link below): Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these daily offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together includes: a 5-10 min introduction to the week's topic, a 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion and Q/A. All are welcome.

Support: If you'd like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can click here to go to the donations page on the IMC website. thank you!

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
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Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography
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6:15 pm - 7:15 pm CANCELED: Zoom: Basic Meditation Instruction

ZOOM LINK: https://audiodharma.wufoo.com/forms/r1bbnevb1uet34z/
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7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Zoom: Sitting and Q&A with Andrea Fella

A sitting, followed by a short reflection and Q&A. You are welcome to submit questions in advance at: Thursday Evening Dharma Questions

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7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Viviendo Compasión

Viviendo Compasión - Programa de entrenamiento en el cultivo de la compasión con Sandra Sanabria (8 semanas)
La compasión es una capacidad innata e instintiva que nos permite conectarnos con otros seres. Cultivar la compasión nos ayuda a deshacernos del odio, de los juicios y de las aversiones que tienden a surgir en nuestras mentes ante situaciones dolorosas o difíciles. La compasión nos ayuda a reemplazar la confusión con paz interior que termina por propagarse a nuestro mundo exterior. Es muy recomendable asistir a las 8 clases para aprovechar al máximo el curso, ya que cada reunión incluye presentaciones y discusiones en grupo que son componentes clave del proceso de entrenamiento. Puedes encontrar más información sobre el programa visita www.vivalacompasion.org/cultivo-de-compasion. Por favor, llenar el formulario (www.vivalacompasion.org/viviendocompasion2020) para añadir tu nombre a la lista del curso y así recibir los correos semanales con el resumen de cada clase, contenido adicional y el enlace para las meditaciones guiadas.
Cuándo: Jueves 7 a 9 pm, octubre 1 a noviembre 19, 2020.
When: Thursdays 7 a 9 pm, October 1 to November 19, 2020.

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Friday, October 23rd

7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal

YouTube Livestream | IMC Website Livestream
Each weekday morning Gil leads a lightly-guided 30-minute meditation (7-7:30 am) followed by a brief discussion of a dharma topic (7:30-7:45 am). Each week will be a different topic and each day will be a further exploration of that week's topic.

This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. You can access it on the IMC website at https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.

(If you'd like to donate to the center or to the teacher, you can do so at https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/donate/)

Broadcast live on YouTube here
i.e., https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live
Sitting 7:00 -7:30
Dharmette 7:30-7:45

Generosity
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5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group

Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and directions for free book download.

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6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom & YT: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori

On Zoom and YouTube (links below): Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these daily offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together includes: a 5-10 min introduction to the week's topic, a 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion and Q/A. All are welcome.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
Password: metta

IMC YouTube Channel (Zoom is streamed live concurrently -- no opportunity for small group practice, though): https://youtube.com/c/InsightMeditationCenter

Support: If you'd like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can click here to go to the donations page on the IMC website. thank you!

Nikki Mirghafori's Biography
Diana Clark's Biography
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Sunday, October 25th

9:25 am - 10:30 am YouTube: Sitting and Talk With Gil Fronsdal
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1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Lilu Chen & Ying Chen

Zoom link

Meeting ID: 898 8792 7912
Password: 925962

This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, dharma discussion, and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian background. No registration required. The circle is open for drop in at any time. Questions? Contact: asianimc2020@gmail.com

Lilu Chen's Biography and Ying Chen's Biography
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5:00 pm - 6:00 pm VIA ZOOM: IMC LGBTQueer Sangha with John Martin & bruni dávila

Zoom meeting every Sunday
Meeting link will be sent via email.
The IMC LGBTQueer Sangha is open to all who self-identify as LGBTQIA2S+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and two spirited) or genderqueer or inquiring. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners within our LGBTQIA2S+ community. We meet every Sunday at 5pm. Please contact imcqueersangha@gmail.com if you wish to join us online and be added to our e-mail list. A separate message will be sent to you with the Zoom link. Our sangha is peer facilitated with guiding teachers John Martin and bruni dávila.
John Martin's biography & bruni dávila's biography
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7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Online, for people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World: Dharma Evenings for people in their 20's and 30's with Max Erdstein

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and those in their 20s/30s are welcome to join us.

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/688465676

Max Erdstein's biography
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Monday, October 26th

7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal

YouTube Livestream | IMC Website Livestream
Each weekday morning Gil leads a lightly-guided 30-minute meditation (7-7:30 am) followed by a brief discussion of a dharma topic (7:30-7:45 am). Each week will be a different topic and each day will be a further exploration of that week's topic.

This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. You can access it on the IMC website at https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.

(If you'd like to donate to the center or to the teacher, you can do so at https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/donate/)

Broadcast live on YouTube here
i.e., https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live
Sitting 7:00 -7:30
Dharmette 7:30-7:45

Generosity
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6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom & YT: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori

On Zoom and YouTube (links below): Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these daily offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together includes: a 5-10 min introduction to the week's topic, a 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion and Q/A. All are welcome.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
Password: metta

IMC YouTube Channel (Zoom is streamed live concurrently -- no opportunity for small group practice, though): https://youtube.com/c/InsightMeditationCenter

Support: If you'd like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can click here to go to the donations page on the IMC website. thank you!

Nikki Mirghafori's Biography
Diana Clark's Biography
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7:30 pm - 8:30 pm YouTube: Sitting and Talk with Diana Clark

A guided meditation at 7:30 pm and a dharma talk at 8:00 pm

The live video is available on IMC's website here

It is also broadcast live on YouTube here

(If you'd like to donate to the teacher or to the center, you can visit IMC's donation page here)
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Tuesday, October 27th

7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal

YouTube Livestream | IMC Website Livestream
Each weekday morning Gil leads a lightly-guided 30-minute meditation (7-7:30 am) followed by a brief discussion of a dharma topic (7:30-7:45 am). Each week will be a different topic and each day will be a further exploration of that week's topic.

This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. You can access it on the IMC website at https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.

(If you'd like to donate to the center or to the teacher, you can do so at https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/donate/)

Broadcast live on YouTube here
i.e., https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live
Sitting 7:00 -7:30
Dharmette 7:30-7:45

Generosity
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9:30 am - 10:45 am Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Andrea Fella

We will sit for 30 minutes, followed by a reflection and discussion.

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6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Diana Clark

On Zoom (link below): Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these daily offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together includes: a 5-10 min introduction to the week's topic, a 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion and Q/A. All are welcome.

Support: If you'd like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can click here to go to the donations page on the IMC website. thank you!

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
password:metta

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography
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7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Zoom: Dharma en Español with Andrea Castillo

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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Andrea Castillo's Biografía
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Wednesday, October 28th

7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal

YouTube Livestream | IMC Website Livestream
Each weekday morning Gil leads a lightly-guided 30-minute meditation (7-7:30 am) followed by a brief discussion of a dharma topic (7:30-7:45 am). Each week will be a different topic and each day will be a further exploration of that week's topic.

This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. You can access it on the IMC website at https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.

(If you'd like to donate to the center or to the teacher, you can do so at https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/donate/)

Broadcast live on YouTube here
i.e., https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live
Sitting 7:00 -7:30
Dharmette 7:30-7:45

Generosity
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9:50 am - 12:00 pm Online IRC Mini-Retreat with tbd

Hosted by Insight Retreat Center

The retreat will be offered through “Insight Retreat Center” Youtube Channel found here

9:50 a.m. Welcome and orientation
10:00 a.m. Guided Meditation
10:30 a.m. Walking Meditation
10:50 a.m. Lightly guided meditation
11:30 am. Dharma talk with some reference to retreat practice and Q & A
12:00 p.m. End

To donate to the Mini-retreat teacher or IRC, please go here on the IMC website.
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6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom & YT: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori

On Zoom and YouTube (links below): Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these daily offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together includes: a 5-10 min introduction to the week's topic, a 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion and Q/A. All are welcome.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
Password: metta

IMC YouTube Channel (Zoom is streamed live concurrently -- no opportunity for small group practice, though): https://youtube.com/c/InsightMeditationCenter

Support: If you'd like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can click here to go to the donations page on the IMC website. thank you!

Nikki Mirghafori's Biography
Diana Clark's Biography
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7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Zoom 5-week Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation (4/5) with Chris Clifford and Lauren Silver

With Chris Clifford and Lauren Silver.
This 5-week course will cover the basic instructions in Insight meditation, starting with mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, emotions, and thinking, the application of mindfulness in daily life. It's best to take all 5 sessions, but you may come when you can.
To receive the Zoom link, register here.
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Recent Talks

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Thu Oct 22 Gil Fronsdal - Nibbāna (4 of 5) Functions of Nibbāna
Thu Oct 22 Gil Fronsdal - Guided Meditation: Aware Like an Open Door
Wed Oct 21 Nikki Mirghafori - Happy Hour: Pillars of Joy (8/8) -- Generosity
Wed Oct 21 Gil Fronsdal - Nibbāna (3 of 5) Nibbāna is Release
Wed Oct 21 Gil Fronsdal - Guided Meditation: Release
Tue Oct 20 Diana Clark - Happy Hour: Each Act of Kindness
Tue Oct 20 Andrea Fella - Mindfulness of Feeling Tone: Worldly and Unworldly F...
Tue Oct 20 Andrea Fella - Guided Meditation: Relying on This Abandon That
Tue Oct 20 Gil Fronsdal - Nibbāna (2 of 5) Going Out of the Fire
Tue Oct 20 Gil Fronsdal - Guided Meditation: Seeing Without Reacting
Mon Oct 19 Diana Clark - Renunciation
Mon Oct 19 Diana Clark - Guided Meditation: Letting go
Mon Oct 19 Nikki Mirghafori - Happy Hour: Pillars of Joy (7/8) -- Compassion/Kindness
Mon Oct 19 Gil Fronsdal - Nibbāna (1 of 5) Introduction, Synonyms for Nibbāna
Mon Oct 19 Gil Fronsdal - Guided Meditation: Mindful to the End
Sun Oct 18 Gil Fronsdal - Skillful Actions and the Three Refuges
Sun Oct 18 Gil Fronsdal - Guided Meditation: Time Out for Freedom
Fri Oct 16 Nikki Mirghafori - Happy Hour: Pillars of Joy (6/8) -- Gratitude
Fri Oct 16 Diana Clark - Questioning (5 of 5): Questioning and Freedom
Fri Oct 16 Diana Clark - Guided Meditation: Is there a center of experience?
Thu Oct 15 Andrea Fella - Conversations on Not-Self: "This is not mi...
Thu Oct 15 Andrea Fella - Guided Meditation: Relax, Receive, Allow
Thu Oct 15 Diana Clark - Happy Hour: Feeling at Home
Thu Oct 15 Diana Clark - Questioning (4 of 5): Questions
Thu Oct 15 Diana Clark - Guided Meditation: Bodily Experience

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Invitation to take the IMC Community Survey

IMC Dharma Friends Refresh

Summer-Fall 2020 IRC Newsletter is now available

Small Group Practice Discussions with IMC Teachers/Dharma Leaders

IMC spiritual support for those with COVID-19

YouTube 7 a.m. Meditation and Short Talks with Gil

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