Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group

Online: Wisdom Rising: Exploring the Divine Feminine Book Study
2020-05-06 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-05-13 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | Diamond Light Meditation Center, 2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA, 95818
Join us for a 6 week exploration of the empowered feminine in Tibetan Buddhism as described in Wisdom Rising by Lama Tsultrim Allione. Each meeting will include short meditations and discussions regarding the weeks reading.
About Wisdom Rising: In Wisdom Rising, Lama Tsultrim shares from a deep trove of personal experiences as well as decades of sacred knowledge to invite you to explore an ancient yet accessible path to the ability to shift your emotional challenges into empowerment. Her unique perspective on female strength and enlightenment will guide you as you restore your inner spirit, leading you toward the change you aspire to create in the world.
Cost: Suggested Donation $10-$20 per class, no one turned away for lack of funds. Donate online through our website: https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ or Venmo, search “Diamond Light”
To join the virtual classroom, click the link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Meeting ID: 224 735 8115
Please plan to attend all classes, if you must miss a class that is okay but please continue to read the book along with the class.

Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation
2020-05-11 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Diamond Light Meditation Center, 2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA, 95818
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 and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction, discussion and meditation.
Mondays 6:30-8:00pm
Cost: Suggested Donation $10-$20 per class, no one turned away for lack of funds. Donate online through our website: https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ or Venmo, search “Diamond Light”
To join the virtual classroom, click the link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Meeting ID: 224 735 8115
www.diamondlightsac.org

Overcoming Difficult Emotions in the Midst of COVID-19...Or Any Other Time with Karuna Cayton
2020-05-12 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-05-19 18:30 - 20:30 UTC
We are delighted to host the author of the book “The Misleading Mind”, Karuna Cayton, for an interactive class April 28-May 19. We will delve into modern day psychological questions that have arisen as a result of the Coronavirus but still affect us throughout our life. We will look at how emotional and psychological problems arise, what are their causes and how can we work with them. But we will approach these questions from a Buddhist psychological approach. Since Buddhism offers a complete psychology there should be an explanation of how to deal with our emotional struggles such as anxiety, depression, regret and so on. While this class is not designed to actually solve these problems we can hopefully get a glimpse of how we can approach them from an Buddhist psychological perspective. Questions and discussion welcomed!
Cost: Suggested Donation $10-$20 per class, no one turned away for lack of funds. Donate online through our website: https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ or Venmo, search “Diamond Light”
To join the virtual classroom, click the link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Meeting ID: 224 735 8115
Karuna Cayton has been a practicing Buddhist for over 45 years. From 1975-1988 he lived at Kopan Monastery working fot the late Lama Thubten Yeshe. Upon returning to the US he got his Masters in clinical psychology and has worked for over thirty years Karuna has worked as a psychotherapist (MFT31860), teacher, business psychologist, and coach to help people achieve a more balanced life. His mission is to interpret the ancient teachings of Buddhist thought into modern language and interventions…without changing the purity of these universal ideas.

Decoding the Heart Sutra with Michael "Mojo" Tchudi
2020-05-16 10:00 - 16:00, 2020-05-17 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Diamond Light Meditation Center, 2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA, 95818
The Heart Sutra is the most recited, copied, and studied text in all schools of Mahayana Buddhism. It reviews the foundations of Buddhist philosophy while revealing the profound Perfection of Wisdom: the doctrine of emptiness. In this workshop we will recite the Sutra in Sanskrit, discuss the key points, and reveal the deeper teachings on emptiness.
Saturday and Sunday 4/11 & 4/12, 10am-4pm
at Diamond Light Meditation Center
2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs)
Sacramento CA 95818
cost: suggested donation $60-$100 for the weekend, no one turned away for lack of funds. Email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com for scholarship info
Register here: https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac#focus=ev-s4qb-20200516100000
www.diamondlightsac.org
About the teacher:
Michael “Mojo“ Tchudi has been studying and engaging in spiritual practice for over 15 years. His formal education began with Taoist meditation and healing arts at Heartwood Institute, and continued with formal yoga and Buddhist training under the personal guidance of various teachers, including Lama Sumati Marut. Most recently he completed a Master of Arts in Buddhist Classics at Dharma Realm Buddhist University in 2019. He is currently teaching ethics and religion at Developing Virtue School at City of Ten Thousand Buddhas in Ukiah, California.

Online: Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation
2020-05-18 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Diamond Light Meditation Center, 2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA, 95818

Closed for the Holiday
2020-05-25

Online Deep Chat: Death and Dying Discussion Group
2020-05-28 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Death is an inevitable part of our lives. Saying goodbye to loved ones, in addition to facing our own deaths is something all of us must face. Join us for this ongoing discussion group regarding death and dying to have a dialogue on loss, impermanence and what we gain about working with them.
This dialogue seeks to create an inclusive community that is willing to dive into these topics and offer support to each other. To create a community, we would like people who are willing to make a commitment to attend the group monthly.
All traditions are welcome, and many members currently follow the Buddhist Tradition.
Pre-registration is required: https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac/e/ev-sk9w-20200528183000
Space is limited so please register now!
This group is based on the Deep Chat model created by Transitional Life Care, for more information, please visit their website: https://www.tlcserves.org/copy-of-current
This discussion group is free to attend. Any support you can give the Center for expenses is greatly appreciated!
For more information about Diamond Light, please visit: www.diamondlightsac.org or email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com

Online: Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation
2020-06-01 18:30 - 19:30, 2020-06-08 18:30 - 19:30, 2020-06-15 06:30 - 19:30, 2020-06-22 18:30 - 19:30, 2020-06-29 18:30 - 19:30, 2020-07-06 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
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 and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction, discussion and meditation.
Mondays 6:30-7:30pm
Cost: Suggested Donation $10-$20 per class, no one turned away for lack of funds. Donate online through our website: https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ or Venmo, search “Diamond Light”
To join the virtual classroom, click the link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Meeting ID: 224 735 8115
www.diamondlightsac.org

Taking Refuge: What it means to be "Buddhist" with Geshe Tsultrim
2020-06-02 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Have you been meditating, attending classes or reading books on Buddhism? Are you interested in the philosophy presented by the Buddha? Buddhist philosophy can help many people in their daily life, even if they don’t identify as “Buddhist”. But what does it mean to be Buddhist? Taking Refuge in the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha is one of the ways to identify with being a buddhist. Join Geshe Tsultrim for this in depth series about what taking refuge means.
This class is open to the public and anyone is allowed to attend. If you would like to register (this helps us know how many to expect): https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac#focus=ev-smb9-20200602183000
6 Tuesdays June 2-July 7 6:30pm-8:30pm
Click on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Cost: Suggested donation of $10-$20 to cover the cost of the class and support the teacher. No one turned away for lack of funds. You can give online: https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ or through Venmo: search “Diamond Light”
Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim is part of the Gaden Shartse Monastery in south India. “Geshe” is a degree that is earned after several years of intensive study and passing the highest-level exams. It is the monastic equivalent of a western “Ph.D.” degree. Having successfully passed these exams, Geshe Tsultrim is an expert on Buddhist philosophy. He is also a skilled artist, specializing in traditional Tibetan art. Geshe Tsultrim has been teaching in the United States since 2001. See Less

Taking Refuge: What it means to be "Buddhist" with Geshe Tsultrim
2020-06-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-06-16 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-06-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-06-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-07-07 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Have you been meditating, attending classes or reading books on Buddhism? Are you interested in the philosophy presented by the Buddha? Buddhist philosophy can help many people in their daily life, even if they don’t identify as “Buddhist”. But what does it mean to be Buddhist? Taking Refuge in the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha is one of the ways to identify with being a buddhist. Join Geshe Tsultrim for this in depth series about what taking refuge means.
This class is perfect for anyone who is interested in taking refuge vows, or just interested in Buddhism in general.
This class is open to the public and anyone is allowed to attend.
6 Tuesdays June 2-July 7 6:30pm-8:30pm
Click on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Cost: Suggested donation of $10-$20 to cover the cost of the class and support the teacher. No one turned away for lack of funds. You can give online: https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ or through Venmo: search “Diamond Light”
Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim is part of the Gaden Shartse Monastery in south India. “Geshe” is a degree that is earned after several years of intensive study and passing the highest-level exams. It is the monastic equivalent of a western “Ph.D.” degree. Having successfully passed these exams, Geshe Tsultrim is an expert on Buddhist philosophy. He is also a skilled artist, specializing in traditional Tibetan art. Geshe Tsultrim has been teaching in the United States since 2001. See Less

Online: Community Meditation in the Tibetan Tradition
2020-07-13 18:30 - 19:30, 2020-07-20 18:30 - 19:30, 2020-07-27 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Online event
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!
Enjoy community, support and inspiration. Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction, discussion and meditation.
Drop-ins encouraged!
Mondays 6:30pm-7:30pmClick the link to join our virtual classroom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
suggested donation: $10-$20 per class, no one turned away for lack of funds
http://www.diamondlightsac.org

Taking Refuge: What it means to be "Buddhist" with Geshe Tsultrim
2020-07-14 18:30 - 20:30, 2020-07-21 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | Online event
Have you been meditating, attending classes or reading books on Buddhism? Are you interested in the philosophy presented by the Buddha? Buddhist philosophy can help many people in their daily life, even if they don’t identify as “Buddhist”. But what does it mean to be Buddhist? Taking Refuge in the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha is one of the ways to identify with being a buddhist. Join Geshe Tsultrim for this in depth series about what taking refuge means.
This class is perfect for anyone who is interested in taking refuge vows, or just interested in Buddhism in general.
This class is open to the public and anyone is allowed to attend. If you would like to register (this helps us know how many to expect): https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac#focus=ev-smb9-20200602183000
Cost: Suggested donation of $10-$20 to cover the cost of the class and support the teacher. No one turned away for lack of funds. You can give online: https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ or through Venmo: search “Diamond Light”
For more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org
Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim is part of the Gaden Shartse Monastery in south India. “Geshe” is a degree that is earned after several years of intensive study and passing the highest-level exams. It is the monastic equivalent of a western “Ph.D.” degree. Having successfully passed these exams, Geshe Tsultrim is an expert on Buddhist philosophy. He is also a skilled artist, specializing in traditional Tibetan art. Geshe Tsultrim has been teaching in the United States since 2001.

Grounding and Connection with Sunil Joseph
2020-07-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2020-07-25 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Online event
Since PD (Physical Distancing), I find it nourishing to pause, ground and connect with others online. The sense of dropping in with ourselves, others and feeling our shared humanity can feel soothing and restorative. I would like to think we are engaging our Social Nervous System through these practices.http://www.boazfeldman.com/EN/Links_files/PORGES%20Polyvagal_Theory.pdf
In the first hour of this event, I will be offering a 30 – 45 minute guided meditation for grounding and arriving in the present. I am in a Mindfulness Meditation teacher training program with Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield. I will be sharing primarily from that stream. We will have some time after the meditation to hear from each other.In the second hour of the event, I will offer a 30-minute session on connecting with our feelings and needs based on Marshall Rosenberg’s NVC process. It is a chance to connect with our hearts to find what would really nourish us right now.
We will use these documents for the NVC exercise.https://www.cnvc.org/training/resource/feelings-inventoryhttps://www.cnvc.org/training/resource/needs-inventory
I will be closing the Zoom room 5 minutes after the event starts to avoid disruptions to the group. Feel free to drop after the meditation. If something I offer does not work for you, you are encouraged to adapt/modify it to fit what you need. Thank you for being a part of this experiment!
If you can make a donation ($5 – $20) with ease and joy, please contribute to my favorite sangha –
https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/
They are a volunteer-run sangha with a big heart.

Online: Dharma Class Review Group
2020-07-26 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Denver) | Online event
Whether or not you are attending the Tuesday night dharma classes, this review group provides a space to connect with others and discuss the teachings. This is an opportunity to join your fellow dharma students in a review of Geshe Tsultrim’s class the previous Tuesday. Deepen your understanding of the Lam Rim topics by exploring the ideas presented, and participating in discussion with your dharma friends. All are welcome.
Sundays, 10:00am-11:30amClick the link to join our virtual classroom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115
Suggested donation: $10-$20 per class, no one turned away for lack of funds: http://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate or search for “Diamond Light” on Venmo
The discussion will be led by David Drabble, a long time meditator and Buddhist practitioner. David leads our Monday night class on Community Meditation in the Tibetan Tradition.
