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SUMMARY:Community Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Community Meditation is a new offering from Diamond Light Meditation Center beginning June 1st and will be ongoing Thursday nights! All levels are welcome! Learn to meditate and develop a meditation practice in a supportive community.  \nMeditation helps us to calm the mind\, develop concentration\, and reduce stress. We will explore various types of meditation in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition\, such as analytical and placement meditation. Analytical meditation deepens our understanding of the Dharma through exploring subjects on the lam rim (stages of the path). Placement\, or concentration (“calm abiding”)\, allows the practitioner to stay on their “object”\, and to deepen realizations. \nJoin members of our community for meditation practice and discussion. \nThursdays 6:30pm-8:00pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \ncost: Donation Based \nhttps://www.diamondlightsac.org
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/community-meditation-2/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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SUMMARY:Non Violent Communication Study Group
DESCRIPTION:This will be the final class of the series. All are welcome. \nCommunicating with others can be extremely rewarding\, or extremely frustrating. A family member upsets us and we become angry and say things we regret. We see our friend sad from a loss and don’t know what to say. Learning the techniques of compassionate communication can create a better connection with others and ourselves and support us in using skillful ways to meet difficult internal and external experiences. \nThis series will start with the foundational principles and philosophy of Non-Violent Communication (NVC) and its communication model. We will learn how to tune into what we need in a respectful\, non-judgmental way. We will explore how we can invite others to contribute to us from a place of connection\, from where we can honor both their “yes” and “no” in relation to our needs. We will practice transforming enemies (individuals\, groups) into humans with needs just like us. We will learn how to use NVC in our everyday lives to foster compassion and respect. \nClasses will be a combination of information sharing combined with experiential exercises to explore how the information fits into each person’s life. You will leave with skills including increased self-awareness\, listening\, emotional intelligence\, and empathy.  \n4 Mondays May 8 – May 29 6:30pm-8:30pm \nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento CA 95818 \nCost: Donation Based\nADA Accessible\, message for more info! \nhttps://www.diamondlightsac.org \nAbout Sunil: I started studying Nonviolent Communication (NVC) in 2004. NVC has had a transformational effect on my professional and personal life. I am continually amazed at the power and simplicity of this way of living life. While I am not a certified NVC trainer\, I am happy when the fruits of my personal practice can benefit others. I consider myself a lifelong NVC learner and explorer.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/compassionate-communication-a-language-for-a-compassionate-life-4/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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SUMMARY:Compassionate Communication: A Language for a Compassionate Life
DESCRIPTION:4 Mondays May 8 – June 5 6:30pm-8:30pm \nCommunicating with others can be extremely rewarding\, or extremely frustrating. A family member upsets us and we become angry and say things we regret. We see our friend sad from a loss and don’t know what to say. Learning the techniques of compassionate communication can create a better connection with others and ourselves and support us in using skillful ways to meet difficult internal and external experiences. \nThis series will start with the foundational principles and philosophy of Non-Violent Communication (NVC) and its communication model. We will learn how to tune into what we need in a respectful\, non-judgmental way. We will explore how we can invite others to contribute to us from a place of connection\, from where we can honor both their “yes” and “no” in relation to our needs. We will practice transforming enemies (individuals\, groups) into humans with needs just like us. We will learn how to use NVC in our everyday lives to foster compassion and respect. \nClasses will be a combination of information sharing combined with experiential exercises to explore how the information fits into each person’s life. You will leave with skills including increased self-awareness\, listening\, emotional intelligence\, and empathy. \n4 Mondays May 8 – June 5 6:30pm-8:30pm \nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento CA 95818 \nCost: Donation Based\nADA Accessible\, message for more info! \nhttps://www.diamondlightsac.org \nAbout Sunil: I started studying Nonviolent Communication (NVC) in 2004. NVC has had a transformational effect on my professional and personal life. I am continually amazed at the power and simplicity of this way of living life. While I am not a certified NVC trainer\, I am happy when the fruits of my personal practice can benefit others. I consider myself a lifelong NVC learner and explorer.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/compassionate-communication-a-language-for-a-compassionate-life-2017-05-29/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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SUMMARY:Compassionate Communication: A Language for a Compassionate Life
DESCRIPTION:Communicating with others can be extremely rewarding\, or extremely frustrating. A family member upsets us and we become angry and say things we regret. We see our friend sad from a loss and don’t know what to say. Learning the techniques of compassionate communication can create a better connection with others and ourselves and support us in using skillful ways to meet difficult internal and external experiences. \nThis series will start with the foundational principles and philosophy of Non-Violent Communication (NVC) and its communication model. We will learn how to tune into what we need in a respectful\, non-judgmental way. We will explore how we can invite others to contribute to us from a place of connection\, from where we can honor both their “yes” and “no” in relation to our needs. We will practice transforming enemies (individuals\, groups) into humans with needs just like us. We will learn how to use NVC in our everyday lives to foster compassion and respect. \nClasses will be a combination of information sharing combined with experiential exercises to explore how the information fits into each person’s life. You will leave with skills including increased self-awareness\, listening\, emotional intelligence\, and empathy.  \n4 Mondays May 8 – May 29 6:30pm-8:30pm \nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento CA 95818 \nCost: Donation Based\nADA Accessible\, message for more info! \nhttps://www.diamondlightsac.org \nAbout Sunil: I started studying Nonviolent Communication (NVC) in 2004. NVC has had a transformational effect on my professional and personal life. I am continually amazed at the power and simplicity of this way of living life. While I am not a certified NVC trainer\, I am happy when the fruits of my personal practice can benefit others. I consider myself a lifelong NVC learner and explorer.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/compassionate-communication-a-language-for-a-compassionate-life-3/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170519T083000
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CREATED:20170516T053108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170516T053108Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast for the Homeless
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US to feed 200+ homeless and hungry guests at the New and Improved Friendship Park at Loaves&Fishes! \nHave you been craving to contribute to your community?\nAre you feeling disconnected and alone?\nWould you like to see the impact little time and money can make on the lives of hundreds? \nJOIN US in providing the most basic human need – FOOD – to the struggling Sacramento residents. \nWe are a volunteer program of Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhism Group\, a non-profit dedicated to education and wellbeing of all. \nWays you can help: \nDONATE FOOD\nOur monthly menu is:\n-hardboiled eggs\n-cheese sticks\n-granola bars\n-fruit\nTo sign up visit http://signup.com/go/TrxPAc\nOR email to breakfastprogramsac@gmail.com \nDONATE MONEY\nAll donations are tax deductible.\nDonate online at https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/\nor mair your check to\nDiamond Light\n2791 24th St. Sacramento\, CA 95818\nPlease write Breakfast Program in the Message box online or the Memo on the check.    \nSPREAD THE WORD\nYou will be surprised by how many of your friends\, family members\, and co-workers are waiting for an opportunity to contribute!\nEven your employer or a local business might be craving to participate and give back\, but just don’t know where or how to start.\nInvite them to our page https://www.facebook.com/BreakfastProgramSac/\nAND our events!\nWe’ll be happy to provide a donation request letter with our tax ID number. \nUNLIKE many other volunteer opportunities this is a fully volunteer funded and created effort – private citizens provide food\, supplies\, and service!\nYOUR generosity and kindness feed hundres of homless people every month. No overhead cost. Just you and the goodness you do.  \n* All donations can be dropped off in Midtown the day before. Email or message for address.\n** To make your food donations tax deductible please attach a reciept with your name and address on it.\n*** For more info please comment\, message\, or email to breakfastprogramsac@gmail.com \nWith gratitude\,\nDaria ‘Dasha’ LaMoure\nVolunteer Coordinator for the Breakfast Program\nbreakfastprogramsac@gmail.com\nDiamond Light and SBMG
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/breakfast-for-the-homeless-9/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170515T213000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170516T053105Z
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SUMMARY:Compassionate Communication: A Language for a Compassionate Life
DESCRIPTION:Communicating with others can be extremely rewarding\, or extremely frustrating. A family member upsets us and we become angry and say things we regret. We see our friend sad from a loss and don’t know what to say. Learning the techniques of compassionate communication can create a better connection with others and ourselves and support us in using skillful ways to meet difficult internal and external experiences. \nThis series will start with the foundational principles and philosophy of Non-Violent Communication (NVC) and its communication model. We will learn how to tune into what we need in a respectful\, non-judgmental way. We will explore how we can invite others to contribute to us from a place of connection\, from where we can honor both their “yes” and “no” in relation to our needs. We will practice transforming enemies (individuals\, groups) into humans with needs just like us. We will learn how to use NVC in our everyday lives to foster compassion and respect. \nClasses will be a combination of information sharing combined with experiential exercises to explore how the information fits into each person’s life. You will leave with skills including increased self-awareness\, listening\, emotional intelligence\, and empathy.  \n4 Mondays May 8 – May 29 6:30pm-8:30pm \nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento CA 95818 \nCost: Donation Based\nADA Accessible\, message for more info! \nhttps://www.diamondlightsac.org \nAbout Sunil: I started studying Nonviolent Communication (NVC) in 2004. NVC has had a transformational effect on my professional and personal life. I am continually amazed at the power and simplicity of this way of living life. While I am not a certified NVC trainer\, I am happy when the fruits of my personal practice can benefit others. I consider myself a lifelong NVC learner and explorer.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/compassionate-communication-a-language-for-a-compassionate-life-2/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170421T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170421T083000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20170321T050520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170321T050520Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast for the Homeless
DESCRIPTION:Join us to feed 200+ homeless and hungry guests at the New and Improved Friendship Park at Loaves&Fishes! \nHave you been craving to contribute to your community?\nAre you feeling disconnected and alone?\nWould you like to see the impact little time and money can make on the lives of hundreds? \nJOIN US in providing the most basic human need – FOOD – to the struggling Sacramento residents. \nWays you can help: \nDONATE FOOD\nOur monthly menu is:\n-hardboiled eggs\n-cheese sticks\n-granola bars\n-fruit\nTo sign up visit http://signup.com/go/TrxPAc\nOR email to breakfastprogramsac@gmail.com \nDONATE MONEY\nAll donations are tax deductible.\nWe are a volunteer program of Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhism Group\, a non-profit dedicated to education and wellbeing of all.\nDonate online at https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/\nor mair your check to\nDiamond Light\n2791 24th St. Sacramento\, CA 95818\nPlease write Breakfast Program in the Message box online or the Memo on the check.    \nSPREAD THE WORD\nYou will be surprised by how many of your friends\, family members\, and co-workers are waiting for an opportunity to contribute!\nEven your employer or a local business might be craving to participate and give back\, but just don’t know where or how.\nInvite them to our page https://www.facebook.com/BreakfastProgramSac/\nAND our event!\nWe’ll be happy to provide a donation request letter with our tax id number. \nUnlike many other volunteer opportunities this is a fully volunteer funded and created effort – private citizens provide food\, supplies\, and service.\nYOUR generosity and kindness feed hundres of homless people every month. No overhead cost. Just you and your big heart.  \nAll donations can be dropped off in Midtown the day before.\nTo make your food donations tax deductible please attach a reciept with your name and address on it.\nFor more info please comment\, message\, or email to breakfastprogramsac@gmail.com \nWith gratitude\,\nDasha\nVolunteer Coordinator for the Breakfast Program\nbreakfastprogramsac@gmail.com\nDiamond Light and SBMG
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/breakfast-for-the-homeless-8/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20170307T062655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170307T062655Z
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SUMMARY:Kirtan with Radiant Friend at Diamond Light
DESCRIPTION:Join Radiant Friend for Kirtan\, call and response chanting\, a practice that unites us with our highest\, happiest selves. We will repeat mantras–words\, phrases and syllables– to quiet our minds and allow the integration of the meaning of the mantras into our consciousness. \n$20 at the door (check or cash preferred)\, no one turned away (pay what you need)  \nNo musical experience necessary. Sing\, listen\, dance\, recline or meditate to the chants. \n“Chanting is a way of getting in touch with yourself. It’s an opening of the heart and letting go of the mind and thoughts. It deepens the channel of grace\, and it’s a way of being present in the moment.” -Krishna Das \nRadiant Friend is a multi-instrumental Kirtan band that has been active in the Sacramento area since 2010. Our hope is to introduce as many people as possible to the heart practice of chanting through Kirtan and the Dances of Universal Peace.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/kirtan-with-radiant-friend-at-diamond-light/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170321T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170321T213000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20170321T050517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170321T050517Z
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SUMMARY:Got Empathy? Communicating from the Heart
DESCRIPTION:Empathy dispells separation and other-ness by connecting us to our shared humanity. The ability to “feel with” another is an important precursor for compassion. Join Sunil Joseph as we explore the use of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to cultivate empathy in our relationships – with self and other. No prior knowledge of NVC is necessary and all are welcome! Drop ins to either class are welcome. \nTwo Tuesdays March 14th and March 21st\n6:30pm-8:30pm\nCost: Donation Based \nAt Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nparking lot in back \nFor more information: https://www.diamondlightsac.org \nAbout Sunil: I started studying Nonviolent Communication (NVC) with Itara O’Connell in 2004. After attending NVC practice groups with Itara for a few years\, I attended the year-long NVC Leadership Program in 2008 with Bay NVC in Oakland. NVC continues to have a transformational effect on my professional and personal life\, along with other practices like movement\, meditation\, etc. It has deepened the quality of relationships in my life\, with myself and others. After all these years of exploring this work\, I am still amazed at the power and simplicity this approach offers for meeting challenging experiences and interactions in a skillful way. While I am not a certified NVC trainer\, I feel happy when I can contribute to other’s wellbeing by sharing the fruits of my personal practice. I consider myself a lifelong NVC learner and explorer.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/got-empathy-communicating-from-the-heart-3/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170317T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170317T083000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20170307T062653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170307T062653Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast for the Homeless
DESCRIPTION:Join us to feed 200+ homeless and hungry guests at the New and Improved Friendship Park! \nHave you been craving to contribute to your community?\nAre you feeling disconnected and alone?\nWould you like to see the impact little time and money can make on the lives of hundreds? \nJOIN US in providing the most basic human need – FOOD – to the struggling Sacramento residents. \nWays you can help: \nDONATE FOOD\nOur monthly menu is:\nhardboiled eggs\ncheese sticks\ngranola bars\nfruit\nTo sign up visit http://signup.com/go/TrxPAc\nOR email to breakfastprogramsac@gmail.com \nDONATE MONEY\nAll donations are tax deductible.\nWe are a volunteer program under Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhism Group\, a non-profit dedicated to education and wellbeing of all.\nDonate online at https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/\nor mair your check to\nDiamond Light\n2791 24th St. Sacramento\, CA 95818\nPlease write Breakfast Program in the Message online or the Memo on the check.    \nSPREAD THE WORD\nYou will be surprised by how many of your friends\, family members\, and co-workers are waiting for an opportunity to contribute!\nEven your employer or a local business might be craving to participate and give back\, but just don’t know where or how.\nInvite them to our page https://www.facebook.com/BreakfastProgramSac/\nAND our event!\nWe’ll be happy to provide a donation request letter with our tax id number. \nUnlike many other volunteer opportunities this is a fully volunteer funded and created effort – private citizens provide food\, supplies\, and service.\nYOUR generosity and kindness feed hundres of homless people every month. No overhead cost. Just you and your big heart.  \nAll donations can be dropped off in Midtown the day before.\nFor more info please comment\, message\, or email to breakfastprogramsac@gmail.com \nWith gratitude\,\nDasha\nVolunteer Coordinator for the Breakfast Program\nbreakfastprogramsac@gmail.com\nDiamond Light and SBMG
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/breakfast-for-the-homeless-7/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20170214T060237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170214T060237Z
UID:10000006-1486987200-1486992600@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Off the Cushion - Sacramento
DESCRIPTION:New Group. Meets Mondays. Ongoing. Starting day is Jan 30.\nIntention: Personal Connection\, Community Building & Direct Action \nOver the past months\, I have often felt helpless\, alone and afraid. The experience of gathering with others over our shared values and concerns is life-giving. This is a space for us to be in community and take action together.\nEach gathering will include check-in and action.\nWe will use the resources provided by womensmarch.com and indivisibleguide.com.  \nAGENDA\n1. Check-In\n2. Report on activities of larger Indivisible Group\n3. Daily Action\n**The group will decide together where to focus our efforts.  \nWHAT TO EXPECT\nSpace: The room is cozy & beautiful. There are chairs or cushions for floor seating. We will sit in a circle for check-in.\nTea & Snacks: Tea is available. Feel free to bring snacks to share and/or your own lunch to eat.\nMaterials: We will provide postcards\, pens & stamps.\nWhat to Bring: yourself\, your heart\, your hopes & fears\, your journal.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/off-the-cushion-sacramento-2/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170206T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20170207T060703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170207T060703Z
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SUMMARY:Off the Cushion - Sacramento
DESCRIPTION:New Group. Meets Mondays. Ongoing. Starting day is Jan 30.\nIntention: Personal Connection\, Community Building & Direct Action \nOver the past months\, I have often felt helpless\, alone and afraid. The experience of gathering with others over our shared values and concerns is life-giving. This is a space for us to be in community and take action together.\nEach gathering will include check-in and action.\nWe will use the resources provided by womensmarch.com and indivisibleguide.com.  \nAGENDA\n1. Check-In\n2. Report on activities of larger Indivisible Group\n3. Daily Action\n**The group will decide together where to focus our efforts.  \nWHAT TO EXPECT\nSpace: The room is cozy & beautiful. There are chairs or cushions for floor seating. We will sit in a circle for check-in.\nTea & Snacks: Tea is available. Feel free to bring snacks to share and/or your own lunch to eat.\nMaterials: We will provide postcards\, pens & stamps.\nWhat to Bring: yourself\, your heart\, your hopes & fears\, your journal.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/off-the-cushion-sacramento/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20170124T060918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170124T060918Z
UID:10000002-1485777600-1485783000@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Off the Cushion Sac
DESCRIPTION:New Group. Meets Mondays. Ongoing. Starting day is Jan 30.\nIntention:  Personal Connection\, Community Building & Direct Action \nOver the past months\, I have often felt helpless\, alone and afraid. The experience of gathering with others over our shared values and concerns is life-giving. This is a space for us to be in community and take action together.\nEach gathering will include check-in and action.\nWe will use the resources provided by womensmarch.com and indivisibleguide.com.  \nJANUARY 30 AGENDA\n1. Get to know each other;\n2. Commit to the values that will guide our work in the coming months and years; and\n3. Plan and commit to our first action. Postcard #WhyIMarch\n**The group will decide together where to focus our efforts.  \nWHAT TO EXPECT\nSpace: The room is cozy & beautiful. There are chairs or cushions for floor seating. We will sit in a circle for check-in.\nTea & Snacks: Tea is available. Feel free to bring snacks to share and/or your own lunch to eat.\nMaterials: We will provide postcards\, pens & stamps.\nWhat to Bring: yourself\, your heart\, your hopes & fears\, your journal.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/off-the-cushion-sac-2/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170120T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170120T083000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20170110T060348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170110T060348Z
UID:10000224-1484895600-1484901000@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast for the Homeless
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the New Year to feed 200+ homeless and hungry guests at the New and Improved Friendship Park! \nHave you been craving to contribute to your community?\nAre you feeling disconnected and alone?\nWould you like to see the impact your time and little money can make on the lives of hundreds? \nIf you want to be the change for the better in your world\, come out or contribute to our monthly Breakfast! \nWhat you can do: \nDONATE FOOD\nOur monthly menu is:\nhardboiled eggs\ncheese sticks\ngranola bars\nfruit\nTo sign up visit http://signup.com/go/TrxPAc\nor email to breakfastprogramsac@gmail.com \nDONATE MONEY\nAll donations are tax deductible.\nWe are a volunteer program of the Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhism Group\, a non-profit dedicated to education and meditation for the wellbeing of all.\nDonate online at https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/\nor mair your check to\nDiamond Light\n2791 24th St. Sacramento\, CA 95818\nPlease write Breakfast Program in the Message online or the Memo on the check.    \nSPREAD THE WORD\nYou might be surprised by how many of your friends\, family members\, and co-workers are waiting for an opportunity to contribute!\nEven your employer or a local business might be craving to participate and give back\, but just don’t know where or how.\nInvite them to our page https://www.facebook.com/BreakfastProgramSac/\nand our event! \nSERVE\nSign up and show up!\nhttp://signup.com/go/TrxPAc \nRemember\, this is a fully volunteer funded and created effort – volunteers provide food\, supplies\, and service.\nWithout your kindness and generosity there is no breakfast! \nAll donations can be dropped off the day before.\nFor more info please comment\, message\, or email to breakfastprogramsac@gmail.com \nWith gratitude\,\nDasha\nVolunteer Coordinator for the Breakfast Program\nbreakfastprogramsac@gmail.com
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/breakfast-for-the-homeless-5/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20161122T060617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161122T060617Z
UID:10000203-1483468200-1484080200@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Bright Future
DESCRIPTION:Create a strong intention and vision for your New Year. You will leave with a written statement\, bullet points\, or a paragraph\, of your personal vision and intention for the New Year. You will learn how to incorporate this vision into a meditation practice that can be used to reset your intentions and aspirations throughout the year. \nDuring the first night you will learn the 4-Fold Vision Quest to create a full and hopeful vision of your new year\, and beyond. There will be time to journal and then meditate/envision this image and story of how the New Year will unfold. Everything from our highest aspirations to our worldly goals will be included in this vision. \nDuring the second night you will take this new vision and apply it to the practices of the 4-Immeasurables (loving kindness\, compassion\, feeling joy for others\, and equanimity). You will learn how to extract the meaning and essence of the 4 Immeasurables and apply them to what is most important and relevant in your life. This is a method of personalizing the 4 Immeasurables so that this practice will stay fresh and relevant for years to come. \nBeginners and experienced students are welcome.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/creating-a-bright-future/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20161227T062441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161227T062441Z
UID:10000223-1482863400-1482870600@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Recipe for Happiness: A Spiritual Life Day by Day
DESCRIPTION:Many people think of those having a spiritual life living away from the modern world\, entrenched in solitude and study. It is possible to lead a fulfilling spiritual life within the lives we currently lead. Heather Breault will lead us into the New Year by discussing how to lead a spiritual life each day and what we can do to set ourselves up for success! This class is applicable to all spiritual traditions\, but will be taught from a Tibetan Buddhist perspective.  \nTuesday December 27\, 6:30-8:30pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n271 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nhttps://www.diamondlightsac.org \nAll classes are donation based\, drop ins welcome!  \nHeather started practicing yoga in 2001 and finished her teacher training in 2008. Yoga is what led her to Buddhism\, with her first class taught by Lama Marut in 2008. She has studied with many amazing teachers over the years\, her closest teacher being Amie Diller. Heather’s passion is the Tibetan Gelugpa tradition\, in the lineage of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. She recently finished a six year\, eighteen course intensive and is excited to share these classes with others.  \nHeather grew up in Northern California and received her Bachelor of the Arts in Communication at San Diego State University. She also has an Associate of the Arts degree in Visual Communication from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/recipe-for-happiness-a-spiritual-life-day-by-day/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20161101T050052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161101T050052Z
UID:10000188-1482258600-1482265800@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Healing Prayers and Chants
DESCRIPTION:This will be an evening of healing prayers\, chants\, and meditations. Chanting in harmony with Indian Tanpura and Tibetan singing Bowls with the intention to heal and spread joy and awakening of our hearts. There will be a group meditation sending out prayers for the healing of Sangha members\, their loved ones\, all other beings and mother earth. \nAll are welcome. \n6:30-8:00p Sacred Sounds\, Prayers\, and Meditations\n8:00-8:30p Refreshments\, snacks\, relaxing\, and socializing \nJay Nair has trained in Indian devotional music\, performing from the age of ten.  He teaches music\, leads kirtans\, and uses raga-based devotional music\, stories and poetry from the Bhakti tradition for meditations. Jay is a dedicated Bhakti practitioner\, composed many Sanskrit\, Pali and Tibetan chants\, Yoga Sutra\, Bhagavad Gita\, and Mahayana and Adwaita texts in traditional Indian ragas blending melody\, devotion and rhythm with the  intention to awaken joy\, allow healing and inviting shamatha (pristine awareness).
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/healing-prayers-and-chants/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161216T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161216T100000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20161129T060352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161129T060352Z
UID:10000217-1481871600-1481882400@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast for the Homeless
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 7th monthly Breakfast for the Homeless to feed 200+ homeless and hungry guests at the Friendship park! \nHow you can help? \nDonate food*\nDonate money**\nEncourage local businesses to donate food or money\nInvite your friends and family to help relieve hunger in our community\nServe \nThis event is a fully volunteer funded and created effort – volunteers provide food\, supplies\, and service.\nWithout your kindness and generosity there is no breakfast! \nWhat we offer to the visitors: \nHot oatmeal\nHardboiled eggs\nCheese sticks\nGranola bars\nFruit\nBananas \nFood is our top priority and need!  \nTo support us by providing food\, supplies\, or your service\, please visit http://signup.com/go/TrxPAc and sign up! \nTo donate money please visit https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ and please write Breakfast Program in the Notes.\nOr mail a check to Diamond Light at 2791 24th St. Sacramento\, CA 95818 and please write Breakfast Program in the Memo. \nOr email to breakfastprogramsac@gmail.com with any and all questions! \n* All food donations are tax deductible.\nWhen dropping off or brinning the food to the event\, please attach a receipt\, your name\, and address. \n**All monetary donations are tax-deductible. \nFeel free to share suggestions\, ideas\, and inspirations! \nWith gratitude\,\nDasha\nVolunteer Coordinator for the Breakfast Program\nbreakfastprogramsac@gmail.com
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/breakfast-for-the-homeless-4/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161213T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20161206T060250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161206T060250Z
UID:10000219-1481653800-1481661000@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Letting Go of Fear and Judgement in a World Gone Mad
DESCRIPTION:Our culture is experiencing a breakdown of civility because of heightened fear. Dualistic\, in-group/out-group thinking is tearing our society apart.  We are faced with necessary but difficult conversations about racism and sexism. In order to navigate this cultural moment\, we need people who are spiritually evolved and able to keep their hearts open and supple in the midst of fear and violence.  This class will look at spiritual practices that can help us live in love with the world\, regardless of the craziness and cruelty around us. \nYou will leave with a better understanding of how fear and judgement function in our lives and be empowered to live with less fear and more open to everyone\, particularly those who we see as different from ourselves\, or even threatening.    \nTuesdays 6:30p-8:30p\nNov 29\, Dec 6\, Dec 13\nDonations Welcomed \nThis class is appropriate for all levels. \nBrian Baker is an Episcopal Priest and the Dean of Trinity Cathedral in Sacramento. He began meditating long before he ever entered a church. He has a long history of teaching with Tibetan Buddhists. In 2005 he organized and facilitated a conversation between the Dalai Lama and religious leaders in Idaho. He is a popular speaker at wellness and yoga festivals.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/letting-go-of-fear-and-judgement-in-a-world-gone-mad-3/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20161206T060248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161206T060248Z
UID:10000218-1481049000-1481056200@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Letting Go of Fear and Judgement in a World Gone Mad
DESCRIPTION:Our culture is experiencing a breakdown of civility because of heightened fear. Dualistic\, in-group/out-group thinking is tearing our society apart.  We are faced with necessary but difficult conversations about racism and sexism. In order to navigate this cultural moment\, we need people who are spiritually evolved and able to keep their hearts open and supple in the midst of fear and violence.  This class will look at spiritual practices that can help us live in love with the world\, regardless of the craziness and cruelty around us. \nYou will leave with a better understanding of how fear and judgement function in our lives and be empowered to live with less fear and more open to everyone\, particularly those who we see as different from ourselves\, or even threatening.    \nTuesdays 6:30p-8:30p\nNov 29\, Dec 6\, Dec 13\nDonations Welcomed \nThis class is appropriate for all levels. \nBrian Baker is an Episcopal Priest and the Dean of Trinity Cathedral in Sacramento. He began meditating long before he ever entered a church. He has a long history of teaching with Tibetan Buddhists. In 2005 he organized and facilitated a conversation between the Dalai Lama and religious leaders in Idaho. He is a popular speaker at wellness and yoga festivals.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/letting-go-of-fear-and-judgement-in-a-world-gone-mad-2/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161118T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161118T083000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20161025T050550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161025T050550Z
UID:10000181-1479452400-1479457800@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast for the Homeless
DESCRIPTION:Join us to feed over 200 homeless and hungry visitors of the Friendship park. \nThis is a fully volunteer funded and ran effort.\nWe provide food\, supplies\, and service\, so volunteers and donors are what makes this meal possible.\nTHANK YOU. \nSuggested list of donations: \n24 harboiled eggs (in their original carton)\n24 cheese sticks (any kind)\n24 peices of fruit (not bananas)\n24 granola bars (preferaby soft)\n24 sandwiches (individually wrapped)  \nOther than food: \npersonal care and hygiene products (including female specific)\nsocks\nreusable water containers (used\, new\, plastic\, glass\, metal)\nblankets\nclothes (especially pants and jackets in the winter) \nAll monetary donations are tax-deductible.\nPlease visit https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ (write Breakfast Program in the Notes)\nOr mail a check to Diamond Light at 2791 24th St. Sacramento\, CA 95818 \nFeel free to email with any and all questions\, suggestions\, ideas\, and inspirations. \nInvite your friends and family!\nServing is fun and incredibly fulfilling!
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/breakfast-for-the-homeless-3/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20161021T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20161021T083000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20160927T051730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160927T051730Z
UID:10000167-1477033200-1477038600@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast for the Homeless
DESCRIPTION:Making a difference is easier than you thought! \nJoin us in feeding over 200 homeless and hungry folks of Sacramento and see the impact you can make on your ciomminity!  \nWays to Help: \n~ Buy food. We are completely volunteer run effort\, so the only food we serve is the food that our volunteers have donated.\n    – 24 hard boiled eggs (in their original carton)\n    – 24 cheese sticks (any kind)\n    – 24 pieces of fruit (other than bananas) \n~ Donate money. If you can’t shop – we’ll shop and prep for you! All donations are tax-deductible. Please write Breakfast Program in the message window.\n    – https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/ \n ~ Serve. Come out and hand the food we’ve collected to the struggling guests of Loaves & Fishes. Set up 7am\, service 7:30-8:30am. \n ~ Spread the word!\nInvite your friends\, family\, and employer to participate!  \nTo learn more or to sign up:\nPM you email address to https://www.facebook.com/diamondlight.tbg/\nand we’ll give you all the fun and exciting details of this incredible opportunity to join the most kind and generous folks of Sacramento! \nSee you there!\nDiamond Light and SBMG
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/breakfast-for-the-homeless-2/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20161018T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20161018T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20160927T051725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160927T051725Z
UID:10000166-1476815400-1476822600@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Compassionate Communication: Wisdom Words to Convey Heart
DESCRIPTION:This class will be an introduction to the principles and core assumptions of Non-Violent Communication. Based upon the concept that much of our emotional and mental turmoil arises when our needs are not met by ourselves\, family & friends\, or our culture. We will begin to understand these needs\, the difference between needs and strategies\, and gain an experiential taste of the practice of connecting with each other’s needs and the possibility of shifting from judgement to connection. \nWho is this class for?\nAll levels. Anyone who has an interest in better connection with themselves and others. Also relevant for those interested in skillful ways to meet difficult internal and external experiences. \nAbout the teacher\, Sunil Joseph:\nI started studying Nonviolent Communication (NVC) with Itara O’Connell in 2004. After attending NVC practice groups with Itara for a few years\, I attended the year-long NVC Leadership Program in 2008 with Bay NVC in Oakland. NVC continues to have a transformational effect on my professional and personal life\, along with other practices like movement\, meditation\, etc. It has deepened the quality of relationships in my life\, with myself and others. After all these years of exploring this work\, I am still amazed at the power and simplicity this approach offers for meeting challenging experiences and interactions in a skillful way. While I am not a certified NVC trainer\, I feel happy when I can contribute to other’s wellbeing by sharing the fruits of my personal practice. I consider myself a lifelong NVC learner and explorer.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/compassionate-communication-wisdom-words-to-convey-heart/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20161001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20161001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20160920T050032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160920T050032Z
UID:10000123-1475316000-1475337600@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Lam Rim: A Daylong Mediatation
DESCRIPTION:Lam Rim\nA Day Long Guided Meditation  \nBuddhist Masters throughout the ages have advised that our experience of the world and actually our world itself\, come from our mind. Yet\, rarely do we gift ourselves the quality time to explore what shapes our life. In this day long practice\, we will engage in guided meditations that probe into how our reality exists: what is our current condition and how can we use it to best advantage to create a happier future for ourselves and all beings.  \nDuring this day long workshop\, we will spend the day:\n– Receiving practical meditation advice from Buddhist Masters of the past\n– Exploring how our mind shapes our reality\n– Participating in guided meditations to probe how our reality exists\n– Discussing how to create a happier future for ourselves and others\n– Examining practical techniques useful for daily life\n– Practicing meditation in a supportive community to prepare for the real world \nWhen: October 1\, 2016 • 10:00AM – 4:00PM\nLunch Break:  12:30 – 1:30PM\nWhere: Diamond Light Meditation Center\, 2741 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs) Sacramento\nCost: Free event\, Donations welcome \nElaine Jackson is a founding member of Vajrapani Institute and has been a student of Tibetan Buddhism since 1977\, studying with many of the greatest Buddhist teachers of our time. Every year for 12 years she engaged in a month-long solitary meditation retreat to deepen her practice. \nShe served as Executive Director of Vajrapani Institute for over five years just prior to entering a three-year meditation retreat completed in April\, 2014. She lives a contemplative life off-the-grid in the Santa Cruz mountains while offering Dharma teachings and meditation support.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/lam-rim-a-daylong-mediatation/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20160920T050029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160920T050029Z
UID:10000121-1475173800-1475179200@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Meditation: Why and How
DESCRIPTION:Meditation is very practical. It is the cultivation of deep sanity through the art of relaxation\, stillness\, and vigilance leading to deeper and deeper states of inner knowledge. It affords us the opportunity to take an intimate look at our mind – up close and personal. What is it? How does it function? Where do thoughts come from? Are thoughts “real”? How do they change? How do they create our world? \nBy learning to meditate\, we begin to cultivate the awareness necessary to make wise choices\, to create a happy future by thinking and acting wisely. Join Elaine Jackson for this workshop where we will discuss some effective methods for beginning a meditation practice and for overcoming difficulties in an already existing practice – how to persevere when the going gets rough. \nThis class is for anyone who has an interest in meditation\, whether they already have an established practice or are brand new. By maintaining an attitude of childlike wonder\, we can always learn something new. When we practice together we learn from each other. \nThursday 9/29 6:30-8:00pm \nAt Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818 \nhttps://www.diamondlightsac.org\nDonations welcome \nElaine Jackson is a founding member of Vajrapani Institute and has been a student of Tibetan Buddhism since 1977\, studying with many of the greatest Buddhist teachers of our time. Every year for 12 years she engaged in a month-long solitary meditation retreat to deepen her practice. \nShe served as Executive Director of Vajrapani Institute for over five years just prior to entering a three-year meditation retreat completed in April\, 2014. She lives a contemplative life off-the-grid in the Santa Cruz mountains while offering Dharma teachings and meditation support.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/meditation-why-and-how-2/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160916T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160916T083000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20160913T052254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T052254Z
UID:10000120-1474009200-1474014600@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast for the Homeless
DESCRIPTION:If you’re wanting to make an impact\,\nIf you’re feeling lonely or lost\,\nIf your heart is aching for change and action…\nService to others is the best medicine! \nJoin us in this monthly effort to feed the homeless and the hungry of Sacramento! \nYou can shop\, prep food\, involve others\, donate\, or serve.\nAverage contribution is 2hrs of time and $30 \nTo participate\, PM your email to Diamond Light and we’ll get you on the volunteer list and will share with you all the exciting details! \nMay you know the power that is YOU.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/breakfast-for-the-homeless/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160914T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T084748
CREATED:20160823T050312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160823T050312Z
UID:10000117-1473877800-1473885000@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Meditation: A Deep Dive
DESCRIPTION:Meditation: A Deep Dive\nwith Heather Breault \nThis Course is a must for anyone who wishes to practice meditation effectively! It is based upon The Stages of Meditation by Master Kamalashila\, and presentations by Je Tsongkapa and Pabongka Rinpoche. Take 10 weeks to deeply explore meditation\, great for beginner and experienced meditators!  \nTopics include\n– types of meditation\n– ideal environment for meditation\n– parts of a meditation practice\n– preliminaries to perform prior to meditating\n– meditation posture\n– meditation objects\n– obstacles to meditation and how to overcome them\n– results of a deep meditation practice. \nEach class will include a meditation and time for discussion!  \n10 Wednesdays 9/14-11/16\n6:30-8:30pm\ndrop ins welcome!\ncost: donations welcome \nDiamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/meditation-a-deep-dive-2/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160901T193000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Need refuge from a busy life?\nWant to meditate but don’t know where to start? \nSlow down and come to Diamond Light Meditation center Thursday nights 6:30-7:30pm for silent sitting meditation and group discussion! At Diamond Light we want to create a space where new and experienced practioners alike support each other’s practice\, share ideas and teach one another! \nEach session will begin with silent sitting mediation\, have short meditations\, and time at the end to discuss our experiences and share our triumphs and difficulties with our meditation practice!   \nDiamond Light Meditation Center is a new and growing center\, and all are welcome to help us create a warm loving community to learn\, meditate and have fun! \nThursday Nights beginning 8/4\, 6:30-7:30pm\nDiamond Light Mediation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento CA 95818\nCost: donations welcome
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/thursday-evening-meditation/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160823T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160823T203000
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SUMMARY:The Four Immeasurables: Living with an Open Heart
DESCRIPTION:The Four Immeasurables: Living with an Open Heart\nWith Amie Diller \nEveryone wants to be happy and in this interconnected world\, the happiness of one depends on the happiness of all. Join Amie Diller as she takes us through how the four immeasurables: love\, compassion\, joy and equanimity can help us live with an open heart! \nTuesdays 8/23-7/27 6:30-8:30pm\nDiamond Light Meditation Center\n2741 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/the-four-immeasurables-living-with-an-open-heart-2/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160820T160000
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SUMMARY:Green Tara Mandala Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Mandala means  “that which extracts the essence.” There are many different types of mandalas utilized in Tibetan Buddhism. The mandala represents the architectural layout of the entire palace of a specific deity. The Menla mandala\, for example\, represents the dwelling of the Medicine Buddha\, who embodies the perfection of the physical and mental health of all beings. There are mufti-layered symbolic images throughout the “palace\,” where iconography\, placement\, and color all have significance. Mandalas can be created in either two or three dimensions. In this workshop Geshe Tsultrim will instruct on the drawing and painting of a two-dimensional mandala.   \nDuring the first day\, Geshela will demonstrate the mathematical technique of drafting a Mandala and assist students in mapping and drafting of a simple mandala. On the second day\, if we have time Geshela will then review everyone’s draft\, offer a discussion on the use of color and demonstrate various techniques for the actual painting of the mandala. Everyone will have the opportunity to work directly with Geshela. Mandala paintings can take as many as 100 hours to complete. In view of this – this workshop is intended as an overview. Participants will not complete there Mandala during the workshop but will be supplied with information to support completion on their own time. \nWorkshop Registration:\n2-Day Mandala Workshop\nSaturday and Sunday 8/20-8/21 10:00am-4pm (with break for lunch)\n$95 for both days (preregistration required)\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento CA 95818 \nWhat to bring:\nCompass\n18” metal ruler (if you have one)\nGood drafting pencil and erasers\nAny mechanical drafting tools that may be helpful for measurement.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/green-tara-mandala-workshop/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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