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SUMMARY:No class tonight - back next week!
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LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Emotional Balance: Three Day Intensive with Dave Smith and Lani Potts
DESCRIPTION:3-Day Online Retreat \nFriday January 28\, 2022 – Sunday\, January 30\, 2022 \n9am-5pm PDT (9am-12pm and 2pm-5pm) \nPlease plan to attend all days\, no partial retreat available \nRetreat Fees: $300 \nScholarships available\, please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com to request a scholarship. \nSpace is limited! Preregistration required\, Register now: https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac/e/ev-stv2-20220128000000 \nThe Cultivating Emotional Balance (CEB) training was sparked during a meeting between behavioral scientists\, a neuroscientist\, a monk\, a philosopher\, and the Dalai Lama in 2000\, as a new approach to understanding our emotional lives. Combining contemporary emotion based scientific research with contemplative practices and psychology drawn from Buddhism\, the Cultivating Emotional Balance training gives participants new tools to use emotion as a path for transformation.  \nJoin an original format for learning and integrating the basic tools of Cultivating Emotional Balance. In this workshop\, participants develop attention\, restore motivation\, identify the root causes of enduring happiness\, explore anger and sadness\, investigate different pathways of empathy\, practice self-compassion\, and build connections through vulnerability and trust.  \nOur goal is to support the participants in acquiring tools for cultivating emotional balance in daily life. Your guides are CEB teachers\, Lani Potts and Dave Smith. Together\, they are a dynamic duo with experience teaching the fundamental concepts of CEB. \nDay 1:\n– Lay the groundwork for emotional awareness\n– Learn how to track emotions\n– Cultivate a basis of joy in meditation and stabilize attention in the body. \nDay 2:\n– Investigate the roots and strategies for working with the emotions of anger and sadness\n– Develop mindfulness\, introspection and compassion for your mental and emotional habits.  \nDay 3:\n– Explore your internal longing for contentment and flourishing\,\n– Reflect on on genuine well-being and a meaningful life\n– Meditations that establish the clarity of intention and commitment to you and others well-being. \nEach day focuses on learning and practice:\n9am-12pm PDT Emotion Awareness Workshop: \n– Includes powerpoint instruction\, small group breakouts\, activities\, and interactive discussion  \n2pm-5pm PDT Contemplative Practice and Meditation: \n– Includes guided practice and instruction on contemplative themes.\n– These sessions will be recorded\n**Can be watched the next morning for those in later time zones. \n As a Dharma practitioner and certified Cultivating Emotional Balance teacher\, Lani Potts also brings to CEB her training and experience as a yoga and meditation teacher along with a long-established Buddhist meditation practice. Lani is a recently retired educator with over 38 years of experience as an elementary teacher\, principal\, teacher and administrator coach\, and Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction. In her “retirement\,” Lani actively teaches CEB\, coaches CEB teachers and students\, and serves as the Cultivating Emotional Balance Program Director. She also teaches mindfulness and meditation as part of a UCSF study on mindfulness with cancer patients and lives in San Jose\, California. \n Dave Smith is an internationally recognized Buddhist Meditation teacher\, addiction treatment specialist\, CEB trained teacher\, and published author. He has extensive experience bringing meditative interventions into jails\, prisons\, youth detention centers and addiction treatment facilities. Dave teaches residential retreats and classes\, provides training and consulting in both secular and Buddhist contexts and works with students through his meditation mentoring program. He recently founded the Secular Dharma Foundation and lives in Paonia\, Colorado.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/cultivating-emotional-balance-three-day-intensive-with-dave-smith-and-lani-potts/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220125T183000
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SUMMARY:A Skillful Approach to Emotions with Sunil Joseph
DESCRIPTION:A Skillful Approach to Emotions with Sunil Joseph\n4 Tuesdays January 4th\, 11th\, 18th\, and 25th; 6:30pm-8:00pm \nHow to Attend:\nThis class will be in-person and online (Sunil will be teaching online from home).\nIn person: 2791 24th Street Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95818 (upstairs\, parking lot in back)\nBe sure to follow the Diamond Light COVID-Protocols.\nJoin live online with Zoom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115\n(Meeting ID: 224 735 8115) \nDescription:\nWhat if our emotions were messengers from a deeper intelligence attempting to guide us to fulfillment? Emotions are generally viewed as irrational\, confusing\, challenging\, disruptive\, threatening\, unreliable\, messy\, etc. This is caused\, in large part\, by the fact that we are not taught how to listen to our emotions and understand their messages. Emotions are the currency of human relationships. Our ability to navigate our emotions and the emotions of our loved ones has a direct impact on the quality of all our relationships and thus our lives.\nIn this class\, we will introduce Marshall Rosenberg’s model of emotions as messengers helping us enrich life within self and others. This class will deepen both your cognitive vocabulary and your somatic (bodily) awareness of emotions. It will introduce Rosenberg’s method of compassionate inquiry into emotions to discover their underlying life-serving messages. About 20% of our class time will be spent on theory related to the model. The remaining 80% of our time will be invested in experiential learning. Please bring some paper and something to write with. You are encouraged to experiment with the model and make your own conclusions about its value in your life. No prior knowledge or experience is necessary. All are welcome. You can drop-in to one or more sessions if you cannot attend the whole series since the core principles will be woven into each session. \nCost:\nSuggested donation of $10-$20 per class 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 our business page on Venmo (@diamondlight)\nFor more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org or email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com \nAbout Sunil:\nI have been a student of empathy-based approaches\, including Nonviolent Communication (NVC)\, Mindfulness\, etc.\, since 2004. I completed BayNVC’s NVC Leadership training in 2008 and have been sharing NVC with groups and individuals since then. I completed the 2-year Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program offered by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach in 2021. I am currently a trainee facilitator with GRIP Training Institute\, grip-traininginstitute.org\, which offers a 1-year healing and accountability program to incarcerated populations. For more: myempathycoach.com.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/a-skillful-approach-to-emotions-with-sunil-joseph/2022-01-25/
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SUMMARY:New Year's Retreat with Lama Amie Diller
DESCRIPTION:***RETREAT FULL***\nVisions of Wholeness and the Mandala of the Awakened Feminine\nwith Lama Amie Diller \n3-Day Retreat — Limited Capacity for In Person Retreat\, Remote option available\nThursday December 30\, 2021-Saturday January 1\, 2022\n*Exact times to be determined\nPlease plan to attend all days\, no partial retreat available \nRetreat Cost = $150\nScholarships available\, please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com to request a scholarship. \nThe Buddhist mandala is an archetypal symbol of wholeness and a wonderful invitation to live in alignment with our heart’s deepest longings. We’ll explore and practice with the 5 Buddha Families in their feminine forms\, in connection with the 5 elements\, and in relationship to the pscyho-spiritual nature of our original wholeness. \nThe teachings will be based on a new book by Rob Preece – The Mandala and Visions of Wholeness: Within Tibetan Buddhism and Jungian Psychology (Essence of Tantra Series). \nPurchase the book here! \nThe weekend will include a New Year’s ritual as well as tips for continuing your individual practice. \nPre-registration required. Register here. \n \nAmie Diller stumbled on Tassajara Zen Mountain Center at age 18\, dropped out of college\, and embarked on a life-long passion for the study and practice of Buddhism. For the last 15 years Amie has been practicing & teaching internationally in the Tibetan Gelugpa Buddhist tradition. Being a certified nurse-midwife and mother have also brought great joy\, along with fertile ground for practicing in the world with a wise and compassionate heart. She is the Spiritual Director at Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Center.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/new-years-retreat-with-lama-amie-diller/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holidays
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URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/closed-for-the-holidays-2/
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Event: Care Packages for those in need
DESCRIPTION:Join us to put together care packages of survival supplies for those experiencing homelessness.  \nTuesday December 21\, 6:30pm-8:00pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 Sacramento CA 95818\nupstairs\, parking lot in back.  \nMore details about this event will be provided in December!
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/volunteer-event-care-packages-for-those-in-need/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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SUMMARY:Buddha's Enlightment with Lama Amie Diller
DESCRIPTION:Join Lama Amie as she discusses the Buddha’s enlightenment through teaching and stories! \nTuesday December 14\, 6:30pm-8:00pm\nThis class will be in-person and online \nHow to attend: \nIn person: 2791 24th Street Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95814 (upstairs\, parking lot in back)\nBe sure to follow the Diamond Light COVID-Protocols.\nJoin live online with Zoom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115\n(Meeting ID: 224 735 8115) \nFor more info visit: www.diamondlightsac.org \n \nAmie Diller stumbled on Tassajara Zen Mountain Center at age 18\, dropped out of college\, and embarked on a life-long passion for the study and practice of Buddhism. For the last 15 years Amie has been practicing & teaching internationally in the Tibetan Gelugpa Buddhist tradition. Being a certified nurse-midwife and mother have also brought great joy\, along with fertile ground for practicing in the world with a wise and compassionate heart. She is the Spiritual Director at Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Center.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/buddhas-enlightment-with-lama-amie-diller/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211207T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211207T200000
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SUMMARY:Mahaprajapati: The Woman Who Raised the Buddha with Diane Wilde
DESCRIPTION:Mahaprajapati: The Woman Who Raised the Buddha \nTuesday December 7\, 6:30pm-8:00pm\nThis class will be in-person and online (Diane will be teaching online from home). \nHow to attend: \nIn person: 2791 24th Street Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95814 (upstairs\, parking lot in back)\nBe sure to follow the Diamond Light COVID-Protocols.\nJoin live online with Zoom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115\n(Meeting ID: 224 735 8115) \nFor more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org\nMahaprajapati was the Buddha’s mother (actually his aunt who nurtured and raised him).  Oddly\, little was written about her or her influence over her son\, or the establishment of the female sangha — both lay and monastic.  Ancient stories about her made their way to China\, Sri Lanka\, Tibet and Thailand but were excluded from the Pali Canon except for one volume\, the Therigatha – “versus of the elder nuns.” Her life experience\, her approach to teaching and her relationship with the women of her sangha was generally ignored by the monks of her time\, and even now.  New research and access to ancient “herstory” are now slowly becoming available.  What this new information offers is a picture of a compassionate woman\, a gifted leader — who was beloved by her entire community.  Mahaprajapati and her community of women had to approach the Dharma with a different sensibility due to the misogyny of that time. Their approach to the Dharma\, which we will discuss\, may be what is needed in today’s world as Buddhism continues to evolve. \nCost: Suggested donation of $10-$20 per class 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 our business page on Venmo (@diamondlight) \nAbout the teacher:\n \nDIANE WILDE (Community Teacher and Buddhist Minister)\nDIANE WILDE was born in Verona N.J. In her mid-twenties\, she moved to California where she married\, had two sons\, and was a small business owner for thirty-five years. In 2001 she was a founding member of Sacramento Insight Meditation. In 2003 she began attending yearly Vipassana silent retreats\, and also began annual thirty day silent solo self-retreats at her home.  Her eldest son was sentenced to prison on drug related charges just prior to her husband’s death. This event caused her to volunteer in prison as a meditation teacher for over eighteen years.  She became a Buddhist prison chaplain and in 2010 founded Buddhist Pathways Prison Project (aka Boundless Freedom Project). She completed a two year mentorship program at Sacramento Insight Meditation in 2006 where she is currently a Community Dharma Teacher.  She is a 2008 graduate of Sati Center’s Buddhist Chaplaincy program and in 2012 graduated from Spirit Rock Meditation Center’s Community Dharma Leadership Training Program. In 2015 after two additional years of study\, she was lay-ordained as a Buddhist minister by Gil Fronsdal. Her Pali/ordination name is Reverend Vimuttipala\, meaning “Defender of Freedom.”  She is a board member of Sati Center for Buddhist Studies in Redwood City\, as well as the Sacramento Dharma Center.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/mahaprajapati-the-woman-who-raised-the-buddha-with-diane-wilde/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211130T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
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SUMMARY:The Bodhisattva’s Way of Life with Jay Nair
DESCRIPTION:The Bodhisattva’s Way of Life with Jay Nair  \n3 Tuesdays November 2nd\, 9th\, and 16th\, 6:30pm-8:00pm \nThis class will be in-person and online (Jay will be teaching online from home).\nHow to attend:\nIn person: 2791 24th Street Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95818 (upstairs\, parking lot in back)\nBe sure to follow the Diamond Light COVID-Protocols.\nJoin live online with Zoom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115\n(Meeting ID: 224 735 8115) \nA Bodhisattva is a spiritual warrior who blends compassion and wisdom to reach ultimate peace for the benefit of themselves and others. Join Jay Nair to learn how to harmonize one’s life with Bodhisattva practices and wisdom.  \nCost: Suggested donation of $10-$20 per class 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 our business page on Venmo (@diamondlight) \nFor more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org or email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com \nAbout the Teacher:\n \nHailing from a traditional South Indian Yogic family\, Jay Nair grew up by the banks of river Periyar\, has been practicing some type of yoga and socially engaged spirituality from early on in life and studying modern Mindfulness since 2010. He also received training in Tibetan and Vipassana practices\, and participated in many long term yoga meditation retreats. Jay Nair is trained in Indian Music and started performing solo concerts at the early age of ten. Since then Jay has been performing and recording Indian and world fusion music. IT Engineer by profession\, Jay is a blend of Science\, Art and Spirituality and believes Technology and Consciousness transforms each other.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/the-bodhisattvas-way-of-life-with-jay-nair/2021-11-30/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211123T200000
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SUMMARY:Gratitude Celebration with Amie Diller and Jay Nair
DESCRIPTION:Join Lama Amie Diller and Jay Nair for a night of music\, stories and meditation that inspire graditude.  \nTuesday November 23\, 6:30pm-8:00pm\nThis class will be in-person and online \nHow to attend: \nIn person: 2791 24th Street Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95814 (upstairs\, parking lot in back)\nBe sure to follow the Diamond Light COVID-Protocols.\nJoin live online with Zoom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115\n(Meeting ID: 224 735 8115) \nFor more info visit: www.diamondlightsac.org \n \nHailing from a traditional South Indian Yogic family\, Jay Nair grew up by the banks of river Periyar\, has been practicing some type of yoga and socially engaged spirituality from early on in life and studying modern Mindfulness since 2010. He also received training in Tibetan and Vipassana practices\, and participated in many long term yoga meditation retreats. Jay Nair is trained in Indian Music and started performing solo concerts at the early age of ten. Since then Jay has been performing and recording Indian and world fusion music. IT Engineer by profession\, Jay is a blend of Science\, Art and Spirituality and believes Technology and Consciousness transforms each other. \n \nAmie Diller stumbled on Tassajara Zen Mountain Center at age 18\, dropped out of college\, and embarked on a life-long passion for the study and practice of Buddhism. For the last 15 years Amie has been practicing & teaching internationally in the Tibetan Gelugpa Buddhist tradition. Being a certified nurse-midwife and mother have also brought great joy\, along with fertile ground for practicing in the world with a wise and compassionate heart. She is the Spiritual Director at Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Center.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/gratitude-celebration-with-amie-diller-and-jay-nair/
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SUMMARY:Postponed to 2022: Compassion Cultivation Training
DESCRIPTION:With Seona Gwon\nWhen: Sep 29\, 2021 – Nov 17\, 2021 (Every Wednesday for 8 weeks) 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nWhere: Online Zoom \nTHIS EVENT IS POSTPONED UNTIL 2022. PLEASE CHECK BACK! \nCompassion Cultivation Training (CCT) is a multi-week personal and professional development course designed at Stanford University’s Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education and taught around the world by Certified Facilitators. The program includes practical tools and exercises designed to enhance your awareness\, compassion\, and resilience. \nCCT will support you to improve your relationships with friends\, family\, clients\, patients\, staff\, and coworkers. \nYou’ll walk away from each CCT class with tools and practices you can immediately put to work. CCT will help you: \n\nImprove awareness\nIncrease connection to others\nDecrease the distress you may feel in difficult situations\n\nCCT is a two-hour weekly class that includes: \n\nLarge and small group discussions to share learning experiences\nGuided meditation to improve awareness\nListening and communication exercises to build compassionate interactions\n\nYou’ll also have daily homework of one guided meditation per day and informal practices to try as you go about your day. \nTuition\nThis course has four levels of tuition\, on a sliding scale: \n\nSupporter: $150 – $200  This amount supports our basic event costs\nMid Level: $200- $250  This amount supports our event and helps keep our event to people of all income levels\nSustainer: $250 – $350 This amount supports our event\,  allows all income levels to attend\, and supports our physical center to remain open.\nPay-what-you-can: No one turned away for lack of funds.\n\nAbout the Teacher: Seona Gwon\nSeona works as a teacher\, producer\, writer\, translator\, and interpreter in South Korea\, and occasionally in California. She is an International Dharma Instructor\, certified by the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. Also\, Seona is a certified teacher of Compassion Cultivation Training (CCT) and Mindful Self Compassion (MSC)\, teaching in both Korean and English. For 15 years\, Seona was an Instructor at Joongang Sangha University\, the primary buddhist university in Korea for monks and nuns\, also taught in the graduate school of Dongguk University’s Buddhist Department\, and at the International School of Buddhist Studies (ISBS)\, a graduate program for Korean nuns. As a producer\, she brought the famous Zen Master\, Thich Nhat Hanh to South Korea in 2003 for a countrywide visit\, and Zen teacher Norman Fischer in 2017. Seona has worked as a researcher at the Dongguk University Academy of Buddhism. \nSeona has a PhD in Buddhist Studies from Dongguk University\, with a dissertation on “Modern Compassion Meditation in the West.” She continues to expand her studies\, including completing the Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness (TSM) course and becoming a certified teacher in Self Compassion Training for Healthcare Communities (SCHC). \nSeona is highly interested in the ongoing dialogue between West and East regarding methods to relieve suffering in the modern world\, and especially interested in the Western secular programs focused on mindfulness and compassion. She often serves as interpreter for these programs in English\, and served Jon Kabat Zinn in his first visit to South Korea\, in 2012\, to introduce Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). \nSeona has been a practitioner of Korean Zen (Seon) since childhood.  She lives with her husband\, John\, in Seoul\, South Korea. Her central path is developing and deepening her own compassion and then manifesting it in life and action in the larger world. \n \nThe writers of nursing essay writing services should have a PhD or master’s degree. They must undergo rigorous training in order to qualify for their positions. A high quality service will also have professional writers who are experts in the field. Moreover\, they have experience of a certain number of years. Experience enables them to gauge which information and terminology to use in nursing essays. Apart from providing excellent nursing essays\, nursing essay writers also help students choose a topic\, do background research\, and complete papers that are incomplete.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/compassion-cultivation-training/2021-11-17/
LOCATION:Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class Series
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SUMMARY:Kindness\, Clarity\, Insight: A Deep Dive into the Six Perfections
DESCRIPTION:The Six Perfections are a practice that can help us benefit others\, ourselves\, and is an integral part of the path to enlightenment. The Six Perfections are a guide for Buddhist practice and virtues to be cultivated to bring one to enlightenment. \nThe Six Perfections describe the true nature of an enlightened being\, which\, in Mahayana practice\, is to say they are our own true buddha-nature. By cultivating these Perfections\, we bring this true nature into expression. \nJoin Geshe Tsultrim as we take a deep dive into the Six Perfections over 11 weeks. \nTuesdays\, August 17 – October 26\, 2021  \n6:30pm-8:00pm \nThis class will be in-person and online (Geshe’la will be teaching online from home). \nIf you would like to attend in-person\, pre-registration is required and there are capacity limits\, so please plan to attend the entire series. \nHow to attend: \nRegister to attend the event in-person.\nBe sure to follow the Diamond Light COVID-Protocols.\nJoin live online with Zoom. (Meeting ID: 224 735 8115) \nCost: Suggested donation of $10-$20 per class 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” \nFor more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org \nAbout the teacher: 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.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/kindness-clarity-insight-a-deep-dive-into-the-six-perfections/2021-10-26/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210925T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210925T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210831T195106Z
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SUMMARY:Restoring the Terrain: Cultivating the Luminous Pearl
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 25th\n12:30 pm–4:30 pm Pacific time\non Zoom \nBeginners Welcomed! Cost $45\nNo one turned away for lack of funds \nRegister here!\nIn this workshop we’ll go through the initial Qigong sequence of “Restoring the Terrain”\, opening to and exploring the inner experience of each movement.  The practice ultimately creates the body as an alchemical vessel where the vital energy (qi) is held and transformed. \, and our physiology healed. The luminous peart pearl\, our alchemical product\, is the DNA for the compassionate and rainbow bodies. \nWhile this practice builds on an ongoing class\, we’ll be playing with each movement slowly enough that beginners are welcomed. \nWhat is Qi-gong?\nQi-gong is an internal “vital energy” practice of body posture\, movement\, breathing and awareness together in unison. Qigong has traditionally been practiced as a healing art\, cultivating and balancing the ‘qi’ (“chi”) to activate the body’s innate healing ability\, as well as a transformative Taoist spiritual practice. \nAbout the teacher:\nAnand Parikshak is a meditation teacher with a focus in the teachings of the Tao and the cultivation of emotional wellbeing. As an Indian-American\, Anand was first taught meditation and posture from his father- the son of a yogi and Vedic educator. During his teens\, Anand took a personal interest in meditation inspired by a connection to Nature and his main mentor\, Dr. B Bayard\, a Taoist practitioner and physician. Under Dr. Bayard’s training and the training of other great teachers\, Anand has studied meditation\, qigong\, and Tai Chi Chuan. With respect to the teachings given to him\, Anand now leads and developments meditation and mindfulness based programs for individuals from all walks of life. He has been honored to teach all around the world including prestigious institutions such as UCSF’s Osher Center\, American University’s School of International Service\, and the United States Department of State.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/restoring-the-terrain-cultivating-the-luminous-pearl/
LOCATION:Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210924T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210924T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210831T194945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210831T201043Z
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SUMMARY:6 Healing Sounds: Working with Emotions in the Body
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Sept 24th\n6:30–8:30 pm Pacific time\non Zoom \nBeginners Welcomed! Cost $25\nNo one turned away for lack of funds \nRegister here! \nThese 6 Healing Sounds are an ancient Qi-Gong practice based on the 5 Element Theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture.  We’ll explore sounds and movements which correspond to specific emotions\, organs\, and energy channels of the body/mind organism—all relating to the 5 Elements of the natural world. This practice has been used to balance the emotions and physical body for over 2\,000 years and can be especially healing in these challenging times. \nWhat is Qi-gong?\nQi-gong is an internal “vital energy” practice of body posture\, movement\, breathing\, and awareness together in unison. Qigong has traditionally been practiced as a healing art\, cultivating and balancing the ‘qi’ (“chi”) to activate the body’s innate healing ability\, as well as a transformative Taoist spiritual practice. \nAbout the teacher:\nAnand Parikshak is a meditation teacher with a focus in the teachings of the Tao and the cultivation of emotional wellbeing. As an Indian-American\, Anand was first taught meditation and posture from his father- the son of a yogi and Vedic educator. During his teens\, Anand took a personal interest in meditation inspired by a connection to Nature and his main mentor\, Dr. B Bayard\, a Taoist practitioner and physician. Under Dr. Bayard’s training and the training of other great teachers\, Anand has studied meditation\, qigong\, and Tai Chi Chuan. With respect to the teachings given to him\, Anand now leads and developments meditation and mindfulness based programs for individuals from all walks of life. He has been honored to teach all around the world including prestigious institutions such as UCSF’s Osher Center\, American University’s School of International Service\, and the United States Department of State.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/6-healing-sounds-working-with-emotions-in-the-body/
LOCATION:Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210821T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210723T182148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T191834Z
UID:10001065-1629545400-1629550800@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Outdoor Gathering and Reconnecting Celebration
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday August 21st 11:30am-1pm \nWhere: Courtyard behind Curtis Hall (2791 24th Street\, Sacramento CA 95818). \nWho: You! Everyone is invited. Please bring family and friends! \n\nLive music performed by Jay Nair\nDrinks\, snacks\, and definitely dessert!\nChatting and catching up with friends\nLama Amie will say a few words about new projects and exciting opportunities\nThere will be time for people to share a few words if they wish (similar to giving a toast!)\n\nAfter a tough year\, we want to thank YOU for keeping Diamond Light strong and thriving. We are excited that we are going to be holding classes both in person and online starting August 17! \nTo celebrate\, we would like to have an outdoor celebration Saturday\, August 21st from 11:30am-1:00pm. We will be gathering in the courtyard by Curtis Hall\, which is outside with plenty of space for physical distancing. Snacks and drinks will be provided\, and Jay Nair will be performing music! Family and friends are welcome to join us.  \nDiamond Light Meditation Center will be open for small groups and individuals to visit the room\, and make an offering at the alter if you would like. Room capacity is about 12 people at a time.  \nIf you are attending the gathering\, please follow Diamond Light’s COVID protocols. \nWe are looking forward to reconnecting in person again!
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/outdoor-gathering-and-reconnecting-celebration/
LOCATION:Curtis Hall at Sierra 2 Center\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210810T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210612T201751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210612T201845Z
UID:10001064-1628620200-1628625600@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Online: How Karma Works
DESCRIPTION:Karma: all of our actions and thoughts have inevitable results\, both positive and negative\, for better or for worse. Navigating our lives—and future rebirths—depends on understanding causality: how karma works. Understanding karma is crucial to reaching our goals\, both material and spiritual. In this six-week course\, we will examine what Buddhism teaches us about how our actions create karma and karmic results by looking at selections from Buddha’s teachings. The class will be live online\, with replays and handouts provided. \nTexts we’ll look at include “Kamma: A Study Guide” by Thanissaro Bhikkhu (an anthology of Gautama Buddha’s lectures)\, “Treasure House of Knowledge” (Sanskrit: “Abhidharmakosha Karika”) by Vasubandhu (circa 350 AD)\, and commentary from “Illumination of the Path to Freedom” written by the First Dalai Lama\, Gyalwa Gendun Drup (1391-1474). \nThe non-doing of what is unskillful\,\nthe performance of what’s skillful\,\nthe cleansing of one’s own mind:\nThis is the Buddhas’ teaching.\n-Dhammapada \nTuesdays June 29–August 10\, 2021\, 6:30pm–8pm Pacific time \nClick on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nCost: 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” \nAbout the teacher: Michael “Mojo” Tchudi has been practicing dharma since 2005. He has formally studied several lineages of Buddhism\, Daoism\, and Yoga. Mojo completed a Master of Arts in Buddhist Classics with an emphasis in Sanskrit translation at Dharma Realm Buddhist University in 2019. Mojo has taught at dharma centers\, yoga studios\, conferences\, and schools\, including two years teaching Ethics and World Religions at Developing Virtue Secondary School. He is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Saybrook University. Learn more at http://www.mojohito.com/
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/how-karma-works/2021-08-10/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Class Series,Weekly
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210622T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210512T015637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T015637Z
UID:10001057-1624386600-1624392000@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Purification with Geshe Tsultrim
DESCRIPTION:6 Tuesdays May 18 – June 22\, 6:30pm-8:00pm \nDiscover the power of purification through the Vajrasattva Deity. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he teaches the aspects of Vajrasattva and the purification practice. This class is open to practitioners of all levels\, no initiations or empowerments required. \nClick on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nCost: 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”\nFor more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org \nGeshe 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.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/the-power-of-purification-with-geshe-tsultrim-6/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210615T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210615T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210512T015350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T020000Z
UID:10001055-1623781800-1623787200@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Purification with Geshe Tsultrim
DESCRIPTION:6 Tuesdays May 18 – June 22\, 6:30pm-8:00pm \nDiscover the power of purification through the Vajrasattva Deity. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he teaches the aspects of Vajrasattva and the purification practice. This class is open to practitioners of all levels\, no initiations or empowerments required. \nClick on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nCost: 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”\nFor more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org \nGeshe 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.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/the-power-of-purification-with-geshe-tsultrim-4/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210608T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210608T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210512T015529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T015529Z
UID:10001056-1623177000-1623182400@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Purification with Geshe Tsultrim
DESCRIPTION:6 Tuesdays May 18 – June 22\, 6:30pm-8:00pm \nDiscover the power of purification through the Vajrasattva Deity. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he teaches the aspects of Vajrasattva and the purification practice. This class is open to practitioners of all levels\, no initiations or empowerments required. \nClick on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nCost: 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”\nFor more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org \nGeshe 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.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/the-power-of-purification-with-geshe-tsultrim-5/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210601T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210601T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210512T015258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T015258Z
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SUMMARY:The Power of Purification with Geshe Tsultrim
DESCRIPTION:6 Tuesdays May 18 – June 22\, 6:30pm-8:00pm \nDiscover the power of purification through the Vajrasattva Deity. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he teaches the aspects of Vajrasattva and the purification practice. This class is open to practitioners of all levels\, no initiations or empowerments required. \nClick on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nCost: 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”\nFor more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org \nGeshe 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.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/the-power-of-purification-with-geshe-tsultrim-3/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210525T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210525T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210512T015203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T015203Z
UID:10000923-1621967400-1621972800@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Purification with Geshe Tsultrim
DESCRIPTION:6 Tuesdays May 18 – June 22\, 6:30pm-8:00pm \nDiscover the power of purification through the Vajrasattva Deity. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he teaches the aspects of Vajrasattva and the purification practice. This class is open to practitioners of all levels\, no initiations or empowerments required. \nClick on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nCost: 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”\nFor more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org \nGeshe 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.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/the-power-of-purification-with-geshe-tsultrim-2/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210518T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210512T014820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T014820Z
UID:10001054-1621362600-1621368000@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Purification with Geshe Tsultrim
DESCRIPTION:6 Tuesdays May 18 – June 22\, 6:30pm-8:00pm \nDiscover the power of purification through the Vajrasattva Deity. Join Geshe Tsultrim as he teaches the aspects of Vajrasattva and the purification practice. This class is open to practitioners of all levels\, no initiations or empowerments required. \nClick on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nCost: 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”\nFor more info: http://www.diamondlightsac.org \nGeshe 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.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/the-power-of-purification-with-geshe-tsultrim/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210511T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210324T195254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T195254Z
UID:10001053-1620757800-1620763200@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:The Myths We Live By with Karuna Cayton
DESCRIPTION:The Myths We Live By with Karuna Cayton\n6 Tuesdays April 6 – May 11\, 6:30pm-8:00pm\nDrop ins and beginners welcomed! \nOnline via Zoom\nZoom Meeting ID: 224-735-8115\nhttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nMost of us as humans are constantly looking for ways to fix our internal problems and our external world. Join Karuna Cayton as we explore the source of our problems from a fundamental Buddhist perspective. We see the world and ourselves in a “mythological” way and as a result we generate numerous “mini” myths that further compound our problems in life. Together we will explore the Myth of Permanence\, The Myth of Happiness\, The Myth of Randomness\, and many others\, understanding what they are\, where they come from\, and what we can do to see reality more clearly.  \nAs seen on a Sussex Directories Inc site\nKaruna 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. \nSuggested donation: $10-:$20 to cover expenses\, which include ongoing rent for our Center\, fees to provide online services and supporting our teachers\nNo one turned away due to lack of funds.\nTo donate: www.diamondlightsac.org/donate or search “Diamond Light” on Venmo or Paypal
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/the-myths-we-live-by-with-karuna-cayton/2021-05-11/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210330T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210330T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20210208T010614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T010614Z
UID:10001047-1617129000-1617136200@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Meditation’s Journey: Step-by-Step with Elaine Jackson
DESCRIPTION:5 Tuesdays March 2 – March 30\, 6:30pm-8:30pm \nOnline via Zoom\nZoom Meeting ID: 224-735-8115\nhttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nAll Yogis/Yoginis of the past agree. Mind is the seed of everything we experience. By sincerely investigating the nature of our own mind\, we can escape a vicious cycle of being perpetually confused while powerlessly losing control when overtaken by thoughts and emotions. \nIt’s important to become clear about what mind\, thoughts and perceptions actually are\, not in a theoretical way\, but in actuality. Perhaps we haven’t paid much attention to our mind’s way of being when unoccupied with thoughts or perceptions. When there are thoughts\, mental images or perceptions\, the usual habit is to identify with them and be caught up in the show. \nInstead\, we can train in clearly recognizing the nature of mind itself. This is our true nature.\nWhen we stop concretizing our self and our world\, we are not swept down the river of misery when we don’t get what we want\, or when we get what we don’t want\, or when we lose what we love\, nor are we dragged through life by unchecked desires until we crash and burn. \nBy recognizing our true nature repeatedly\, our helpless involvement in emotions lessens. As a result\, our attachment to emotions begins to lose intensity and fade away. We are free to create a world of joy.\nHow do we recognize our true nature? \nWe will explore just that. By practicing\, step-by-step\, we can progress along the Buddha’s path from our first attempt at watching the breath\, through realizations…all the way to enlightenment. \nAbout Elaine: Elaine 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. \nSuggested donation: $10-:$20 to cover expenses\, which include ongoing rent for our Center\, fees to provide online services and supporting our teachers\nNo one turned away due to lack of funds.\nTo donate: www.diamondlightsac.org/donate or search “Diamond Light” on Venmo or Paypal
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/meditations-journey-step-by-step-with-elaine-jackson/2021-03-30/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210328T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20201204T181714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T195629Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled this week - Sunday Study Group
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled this week! Will resume next Sunday \nListen\, contemplate\, meditate\nLama Tsongkhapa describes the stages of studying Dharma:  first is hearing the teachings\, (or reading the texts and commentaries). The second is contemplation\, where the student reflects on what they have learned\, examines the felt meaning\, and how it relates to one’s own life. The third is meditation\, placing focused concentration on the subject\, deepening our understanding\, and achieving realizations on the truth and nature of the dharma.  \nWhether or not you are attending the Tuesday night Dharma classes\, this study group provides a space to connect with others and discuss the teachings. Deepen your understanding of the Lam Rim topics by exploring the ideas presented\, and participating in discussion with your dharma friends. \nAll are welcome. \nThe discussion will be led by David Drabble\, a long-time meditator and Buddhist practitioner. David leads our Monday night Meditation in the Tibetan Tradition. \nThe discussion group is being held on Zoom. Click the link to join the group: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 or type in the Meeting ID: 224 735 8115
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/sunday-study-group-2021-03-28/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
GEO:38.5538259;-121.4831665
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210308T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210308T163000
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SUMMARY:The Awakening Warrior with Rob Preece
DESCRIPTION:Co-sponsored by Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group and Vajrapani Institue\n4-Day Online Retreat\nFriday March 5\, 2021-Monday March 8\, 2021\n8am-4:30pm PST \nPlease plan to attend all days\, no partial retreat available\, Space is limited so register now! \nRegister Here: https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac/e/ev-swfa-20210305000000 \nSliding scale $200-$300\nScholarships available\, please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com to request a scholarship. \nThis retreat will be open to anyone who has a background in the Tibetan tradition and who is interested in deepening their relationship to Arya Tara and the practice of Mahamudra. No specific empowerment is required to attend. \nThe term Bodhisattva is sometimes translated as The Awakening Warrior. At this time the qualities of the warrior are needed perhaps more than ever as we find ourselves in a world that is in such turmoil. We need to find the courage\, the heartfulness\, to transform adversity into the path of awakening. To maintain an open\, compassionate heart when there is so much insecurity and fear in the world around requires that we find an inner resource of stillness and clarity that is grounded and unshaken. \nThe Awakening Warrior discovers a deep relationship to Source\, our Buddha-nature\, and embodies this in the world to serve the welfare of others. Arya Tara in her various manifestations embodies the awakening warrior in a female aspect that is so significant for these times. She is most familiar in her green aspect as an embodiment of All Accomplishing Wisdom\, but she also has manifestations that express the enlightened activities of Peace\, Increase\, Power and Wrath. If we are to begin to embody our potential Bodhisattva qualities in order to support those suffering at this time\, Arya Tara can be our guide and inspiration if we open to her presence. \nDuring this retreat we will begin to explore our relationship to the qualities of the Bodhisattva Tara and her different aspects. Meditation deepening our relationship to Green Tara will be combined with Mahamudra and the embodied practice of Kum Nye. \nThis retreat will be open to anyone who has a background in the Tibetan tradition and who is interested in deepening their relationship to Arya Tara and the practice of Mahamudra. No specific empowerment is required to attend. \n \nAbout Rob Preece:\nRob has been a practicing Tibetan Buddhist since 1973. In 1980 he went to India and was in retreat for around five years exploring in depth the practice of tantra\, meditating under the guidance of his teachers Lama Thubten Yeshe\, Gen Jhampa Wangdu and Lama Zopa Rinpoche. Returning to the West\, in 1985 he began a Jungian based psychotherapy training\, gradually developing a synthesis of Jungian and Buddhist understanding. He worked as a psychotherapist for around 28 years and then began to focus upon spiritual mentoring. Since 1985 he has been leading meditation retreats\, following the influence of Lama Yeshe who particularly encouraged his integration of a more Western approach to tantric practice. He is an experienced Tangkha painter as well as the author of The Psychology of Buddhist Tantra; The Wisdom of Imperfection; and most recently Tasting the Essence of Tantra. Today he teaches retreats in the UK with his wife Anna and also in Europe and the US.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/17645/2021-03-08/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
CREATED:20201229T213920Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Buddhist Meditation with Marc Ross
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Buddhist Meditation\nTuesdays\, January 19 to February 23\n6:30pm-8:30pm PDT\nThe benefits of meditation are vast. It calms the mind and is the foundation for every spiritual realization. Meditating 5 minutes a day and more can change our brains\, our minds and our view of the world we live in.\nBuddhist meditation is part of a tradition of techniques that go back at least 5\,000 years. Like any other skill\, proper technique makes meditation easier\, more productive and saves you a lot of time. This class is perfect for those who are new to meditating and would like an introduction to the fundamental practices: posture\, types of meditation\, progressive stages of meditation and how to develop a meditation practice. Each class will have teaching\, discussions\, and practice. \nClass materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13UMpXdecyTVanhtJkzfASZARQaG0fP0h?usp=sharing \nMarc Bio:\nI was born in 1955 and raised as a Roman Catholic. For most of my young adult life did not follow a spiritual path. I fell in love with yoga in the early 1990’s and was certified as a yoga instructor in the Iyengar tradition. Through yoga I found Buddhism\, and had a deep attraction to the lineages of Tibetan Buddhism. I have been a practicing Buddhist since that time. My root teacher is Alan Wallace\, who I have had an easy\, natural connection with since meeting him in 2013. I have been blessed with the opportunity to teach meditation both in the US and in Europe.\nProfessionally I have practiced as a chiropractor and body worker for over 40 years\, and am blessed with work that is a spiritual path. \nOnline ; Donation-based\nZoom Meeting ID: 224-735-8115\nhttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115\nSuggested donation: $10-:$20 to cover expenses\, which include ongoing rent for our Center\, fees to provide online services and supporting our teachers\nNo one turned away due to lack of funds.\nTo donate: www.diamondlightsac.org/donate or search “Diamond Light” on Venmo or Paypal
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/introduction-to-buddhist-meditation-with-marc-ross/2021-02-23/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
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SUMMARY:Cancelled this Week: Sunday Study Group
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled this week! Will resume next Sunday! \nListen\, contemplate\, meditate\nLama Tsongkhapa describes the stages of studying Dharma:  first is hearing the teachings\, (or reading the texts and commentaries). The second is contemplation\, where the student reflects on what they have learned\, examines the felt meaning\, and how it relates to one’s own life. The third is meditation\, placing focused concentration on the subject\, deepening our understanding\, and achieving realizations on the truth and nature of the dharma.  \nWhether or not you are attending the Tuesday night Dharma classes\, this study group provides a space to connect with others and discuss the teachings. Deepen your understanding of the Lam Rim topics by exploring the ideas presented\, and participating in discussion with your dharma friends. \nAll are welcome. \nThe discussion will be led by David Drabble\, a long-time meditator and Buddhist practitioner. David leads our Monday night Meditation in the Tibetan Tradition. \nThe discussion group is being held on Zoom. Click the link to join the group: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 or type in the Meeting ID: 224 735 8115
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/sunday-study-group-2021-02-21/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
GEO:38.5538259;-121.4831665
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T133928
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Path to Awakening: Meditation and the Lam Rim with Amie Diller and Heather Breault
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the Path to Awakening: Meditation and the Lam Rim\nwith Amie Diller and Heather Breault\nTuesdays\, December 29\, 2020 and January 5\, 2020 \nHave you been curious about Buddhist practice\, but don’t know where to begin? Have you attended Buddhist teachings\, but don’t know how to meditate on the subjects you’ve studied? In an age where people look outward for direction and inspiration\, the Buddhist path of Lam Rim Meditations provides time-honored template for looking inward and going deep for the answers we seek.\nThis class will be based on the “Stages of the Path” (lamrim) tradition of Tibetan Buddhism and teach you the fundamentals of Buddhist meditation\, and give you the tools you need both to begin a daily meditation practice and to deal with problems and difficulties once you have started to meditate. \nBeginners are welcome and encouraged\, as well as more advanced students wanting to review the “steps on the path” in an experiential format. \nAmie Diller is a Buddhist teacher in both the Tibetan and Zen traditions. A mother and midwife\, she has also had a longtime interest in Jungian Psychology and the mythic perspective. \nHeather Breault started practicing yoga in 2001\, which lead her to find 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. \nTuesdays\, December 29\, 2020 and Tuesday\, January 5\, 2020.\n6:30pm-8:30pm PDT\nOnline ; Donation-based\nZoom Meeting ID: 224-735-8115\nhttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nwww.diamondlightsac.org/donate or “Diamond Light” on Venmo\nSuggested donation: $10-:$20 to cover expenses\, which include ongoing rent for our Center\, fees to provide online services and supporting our teachers\nNo one turned away due to lack of funds.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/exploring-the-path-to-awakening-meditation-and-the-lam-rim-with-amie-diller-and-heather-breault/2021-01-12/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201229T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201229T203000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness for Dark Times with Sunil Joseph
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays September 22-October 13 6:30pm-8:30pm \nWe are entering winter with multiple challenges at play including a pandemic\, isolation\, fatigue\, loss of loved ones\, work\, political uncertainty\, social justice reckoning\, seasonal affective disorder\, etc. How do we hold our hearts with care as we travel through this winter? How do we find connection and belonging when we need to be physically distant? In this course\, we will use Mindfulness practices to ground and nourish ourselves. We will create a space of respectful listening wherein each of our hearts can show up exactly as they are. \nEach event will be a combination of a guided meditation to deepen our presence and mindful listening to connect with each other. In the words of Rachel Naomi Remen – “The most basic and powerful way to connect to another person is to listen. Just listen. Perhaps the most important thing we ever give each other is our attention..A loving silence often has far more power to heal and to connect than the most well-intentioned words.” \nThis event is offered for free. Many of us are going through financial difficulties right now. Any donation you can make without hardship ($10-$20 ) will help us cover ongoing rent for our Center\, fees to provide online services\, and supporting our teachers. Thank you.\nwww.diamondlightsac.org/donate\n–OR–\nVenmo “Diamond Light”\n–OR–\nwww.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=NMYP6MK36UBCS \nClick on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nAbout Sunil Joseph: Sunil has been a student of Compassionate Communication since 2004. He graduated from BayNVC’s Leadership Training in 2008 and has been sharing this approach with others. Sunil is currently completing a 2-year Mindfulness Teacher Training program with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/17363/2020-12-29/
LOCATION:Onlie via Zoom\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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