The Buddha taught that to reduce suffering and live a happy life, you must watch your actions and live a life of virtue. Luckily, he laid out a code of ethics to follow that would do just that. In a world where morality seems to be declining, in this course will learn the reasons to […]
Join Ryan for an evening of yoga and meditation. Students will do a traditional Tibetan Buddhist yoga practice during the first part class to open the chakras (energy centers) in their body. After a short break students will sit for a guided meditation to center and calm the mind. Please bring a yoga mat and […]
Each month, through YOUR generosity we are able to offer a hot, hearty, nutritious breakfast to a portion of the population living among us that might otherwise go hungry. Our breakfast includes hot coffee and oatmeal with fixings, two hard-boiled eggs, and two or three pieces of fresh fruit. Each month we depend on YOU […]
Join Ryan for an evening of yoga and meditation. Students will do a traditional Tibetan Buddhist yoga practice during the first part class to open the chakras (energy centers) in their body. After a short break students will sit for a guided meditation to center and calm the mind. Please bring a yoga mat and […]
How do we stay connected to the innate goodness of our basic human nature in the midst of challenging times? How can I make the world a kinder place by changing how I communicate? In this class, we will introduce the principles and practices of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to cultivate empathy and compassion. No prior […]
Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up […]
Each month, through YOUR generosity we are able to offer a hot, hearty, nutritious breakfast to a portion of the population living among us that might otherwise go hungry. Our breakfast includes hot coffee and oatmeal with fixings, two hard-boiled eggs, and two or three pieces of fresh fruit. Each month we depend on YOU […]
New Year’s Retreat: Cultivating a Spacious Mind and a Good Heart with Emily Hsu New Year’s is a great time to heal from the past year, and set an intention for the year to come. Going into retreat with a supportive community gives us the opportunity to rest, restore, and transform our minds to benefit […]
Join a community of meditators to learn meditation techniques and practices. Led by long time meditator and Buddhist practitioner David Drabble, join a supportive group to grow your meditation practice. Every Monday from 6:30pm-7:30pm PT, January 22 thru December 16, 2024 Offered on Zoom: Click the link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 Meeting ID is: 224 735 […]
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Becoming a Spiritual Warrior: The Pledges of a Bodhisattva Being a Bodhisattva is such a powerful idea that the word itself has in recent years become synonymous with acts of kindness and generosity. Yet many aren’t aware of what Bodhisattva truly means. We’ll explore why a Bodhisattva is a Spiritual Warrior, and learn the vows […]
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POSTPONED Clarifying our Relationship to Power: A Vajrapani Retreat with Rob Preece 4-Day Online Retreat Friday April 12, 2024-Monday April 15, 2024 7am-5pm PDT Please plan to attend all days, no partial retreat available Sliding scale $200-$300 Scholarships available, please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com to request a scholarship. Space is limited so register now: https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac/e/ev-sek2-20240412070000 This retreat […]
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2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
Developing Spiritual Integrity: Living the Vows Embark on a transformative journey of spiritual growth with by delving into the profound teachings of Buddhist ethics. We will explore a wide array of topics, including the significance of vows in shaping ethical living, the relationship between morality and deep meditation, and the ultimate realization of reality. Gain […]
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2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
Clarifying our Relationship to Power: A Vajrapani Retreat with Rob Preece 4-Day Online Retreat Friday April 25, 2024-Monday April 28, 2024 7am-5pm PDT Please plan to attend all days, no partial retreat available Sliding scale $200-$300 Scholarships available, please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com to request a scholarship. Space is limited so register now! REGISTER HERE! This retreat […]
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2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
Clarifying our Relationship to Power: A Vajrapani Retreat with Rob Preece 4-Day Online Retreat Friday April 25, 2024-Monday April 28, 2024 7am-5pm PDT Please plan to attend all days, no partial retreat available Sliding scale $200-$300 Scholarships available, please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com to request a scholarship. Space is limited so register now! REGISTER HERE! This retreat […]
Mahamudra and Manjushri Retreat with Rob Preece 4-Day Online Retreat Friday April 24, 2026-Monday April 27, 2026 7am-5pm PDT Please plan to attend all days, no partial retreat available Sliding scale $200-$300 Scholarships available, please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com to request a scholarship. Space is limited so register now: https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac#focus=ev-szb5q-20260424100000 This retreat will be open to anyone […]