Karma focuses on the laws of cause and effect, and is one of the foundational philosophies and principles of Buddhism. Karma can also be misunderstood, and challenging to understand. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he guides us through karma and gives an overview of the topic. To register for this event: https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac#focus=ev-so5r-20200804183000 4 Tuesdays August 4-September […]
Eight Verses for Training the Mind offer essential practices for cultivating the awakening mind of compassion, wisdom, and love. This eight-verse lojong enshrines the very heart of Dharma, revealing the true essence of the Mahayana path to liberation. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he guides us through the eight verses and explains why these ancient practices […]
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 […]
Eight Verses for Training the Mind offer essential practices for cultivating the awakening mind of compassion, wisdom, and love. This eight-verse lojong enshrines the very heart of Dharma, revealing the true essence of the Mahayana path to liberation. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he guides us through the eight verses and explains why these ancient practices […]
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 […]
Eight Verses for Training the Mind offer essential practices for cultivating the awakening mind of compassion, wisdom, and love. This eight-verse lojong enshrines the very heart of Dharma, revealing the true essence of the Mahayana path to liberation. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he guides us through the eight verses and explains why these ancient practices […]
Sierra 2 Center, Room 14
2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
Learn how to breathe life into the practice of the Bodhisattva Join Sunil Joseph and Heather Breault for a compassionate reflection into our relationship with the Bodhisattva vows, including both the challenges and the beauty of the vows. We will look at how to bring the practice alive in our lives, making it relevant to […]
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2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
Diamond Light Buddhist Group and CEB presents Cultivating Emotional Balance Six week online course With Anand Parikshak and Lani Potts Thursday Evenings May 25-July 6 6:30-8:30 PM PDT Note: No class June 29 Cost: $195-$235 Pre-registration required, Space is limited Register now! Diamondlightsac.org Join us in learning and integrating the basic tools of Cultivating Emotional […]
Sierra 2 Center, Room 14
2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
Want to pursue a spiritual practice and don’t know where to start? Have you been studying Buddhism for a while and want to discover where to go next? Tibetan Buddhism offers a complete path to enlightenment, starting with the basics. Join Jay Nair as he resumes the Dharma Essentials courses with a beginners look at […]
Sierra 2 Center, Room 14
2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
Want to pursue a spiritual practice and don’t know where to start? Have you been studying Buddhism for a while and want to discover where to go next? Tibetan Buddhism offers a complete path to enlightenment, starting with the basics. Join Jay Nair as he resumes the Dharma Essentials courses with a beginners look at […]
Sierra 2 Center, Room 14
2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
Living The Buddhist Vows Tuesdays August 1-29, 2023 6:30pm-8:30pm PDT Join Heather Breault and Sunil Joseph for a compassionate reflection into your relationship with the 10 non-virtues and their opposite virtues. We will look at how to bring the practice alive in our lives, making it relevant to us through our personal experience. This is […]
Onlie via Zoom
2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
Cultivating Emotional Balance Six-Week Online Course With Anand Parikshak and Lani Potts October 19th through November 30th (no class November 23 due to Thanksgiving) Thursday evenings, 6:30-8:30 PM PDT Cost: $195-$235 Scholarships available, email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com to request a scholarship Preregistration Required, Space is limited! Register now: https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac/e/ev-s8kg-20231005183000 Join us in developing skills and learning tools […]
Sierra 2 Center, Room 14
2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
Sunil Joseph leads transformative groups in California prisons, aiding incarcerated individuals to diminish their reactivity by employing mindfulness and emotional intelligence practices. Join Sunil to discover how these powerful tools can be leveraged to help us live in greater harmony with our moral and ethical values. Explore the profound impact that mindfulness and emotional intelligence […]
Diamond Light Meditation Center
2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA
After meeting on Zoom the past few years, we are excited to get together with Diamond Light community in person and meditate together! We will review the basics of Calm Abiding meditation, and the structure of a traditional Tibetan Buddhist daily practice, known as “Sadhana”. We will end our morning by practicing together a guided […]
Diamond Light Meditation Center
2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA
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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2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
Exploration of Emptiness Tuesdays February 6-27, 2024 6:30pm-8:30pm PDT Join Heather Breault and Pamela Rasada for an exploration into emptiness and gain insight into the ultimate nature of our reality. We will look at how to bring this abstract idea into our everyday lives, and how to absorb the idea of the infinite potential we […]