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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 class series, we will study the Sutra in Sanskrit, discuss the key philosophical points of Buddhism, and reveal […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 class series, we will study the Sutra in Sanskrit, discuss the key philosophical points of Buddhism, and reveal […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 class series, we will study the Sutra in Sanskrit, discuss the key philosophical points of Buddhism, and reveal […]
We each have within us an innate source of health, vitality and wisdom known as our Buddha Nature. In the Tantric tradition we can awaken a relationship to this source of healing through the practice of Vajrasattva. Doing this practice can begin to enable the liberation and transformation of the energy of emotions, stress and […]
We thank you, each one of you, from the depths of our hearts for your years of participation and support. You enabled Diamond Light to come into existence, together created a vibrant Sangha, and have kept the center not only open but thriving during these difficult times. Truly reason to rejoice. It is time for […]
We each have within us an innate source of health, vitality and wisdom known as our Buddha Nature. In the Tantric tradition we can awaken a relationship to this source of healing through the practice of Vajrasattva. Doing this practice can begin to enable the liberation and transformation of the energy of emotions, stress and […]
We each have within us an innate source of health, vitality and wisdom known as our Buddha Nature. In the Tantric tradition we can awaken a relationship to this source of healing through the practice of Vajrasattva. Doing this practice can begin to enable the liberation and transformation of the energy of emotions, stress and […]
Mourning: A Compassionate Path to Healing, with Sunil Joseph 4 Tuesdays April 5, 12,19, and 26th, 6:30pm-8:00pm How to Attend: This class will be in-person and online (Sunil will be teaching online from home). In person: 2791 24th Street Room 14, Sacramento CA 95818 (upstairs, parking lot in back) Be sure to follow the Diamond […]
Buddhist Compassion: Caring for Ourselves and Others With Karuna Cayton 5 Tuesdays May 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31st, 6:30pm-8:00pm How to Attend: This class will be in-person and online (Karuna will be teaching online from home). In person: 2791 24th Street Room 14, Sacramento CA 95818 (upstairs, parking lot in back) Be sure to […]
Discover the wisdom of emptiness! Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim will use the Heart Sutra to explore emptiness and how it can transform our world. Beginners welcome! 8 Tuesdays June 7-July 26, 6:30pm-8:00pm Hybrid options for attending: You can attend in person: 2791 24th Street, Room 14 Sacramento CA 95818 (parking lot off 4th Ave, the room […]
CLosed for the Holiday! Meditation will resume next week!
Wanting a spiritual practice and don't know where to start? Have you been studying Buddhism for awhile and wanting to discover where to go next? Tibetan Buddhism offers a complete path to enlightenment, starting with the basics. Join Jay Nair and Amie Diller as they begin the Dharma Essentials course - which is an overview […]
INNER HEART TUESDAYS: The Sweet & Swift Path Study and practice Lobsang Chukyi Gyeltsen's Steps on the Path using his insightful instructions and devotional meditations. Tuesday nights in September 9/6-9/27 6:30pm-8:30pm PDT (Wednesday late morning Asia-Pac) To receive the recordings, register Here for Inner Heart Tuesdays: https://www.cindylee.org/events/inner-heart-tuesday-evenings-usa Hybrid options for attending (Cindy will be teaching […]