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SUMMARY:Sharing the Dharma with Venerable Tenzin Chogkyi
DESCRIPTION:Sharing the Dharma with Venerable Tenzin Chogkyi \nSundays February 25-April 1 10:00am-11:30am \nSunday morning “Sharing the Dharma” at Diamond Light is an opportunity for newcomers and old friends to explore the Buddha’s teachings as they are applied in our daily lives\, and share in community fellowship. \n“Sharing the Dharma” topics combine ideas from Buddhism with those from the fields of positive psychology\, Western philosophy\, and current events. People from all faiths and backgrounds can apply the principles explored on Sharing the Dharma enhance their lives. \nVen. Tenzin will introduce the topics and lead brief reflection meditations. With time to get a cup of tea\, participants can then join in discussions\, asking questions and sharing experiences. \nDrop-in on any session. No background required – just come with an open mind. All are welcome! \nBy donation to support the teacher and the cost of the space.  \nAt Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nParking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nVenerable Tenzin Chogkyi is a Buddhist nun\, activist and popular Buddhist retreat leader and teacher. She loves bridging the worlds of Buddhist thought\, current affairs\, and the latest research in the field of positive psychology. As well as being passionate about her spiritual practice she also cares deeply about prison reform\, animal rights\, equal rights for all and bringing an end to human trafficking and other modern forms of slavery. \nVenerable Tenzin first became interested in meditation after reading Be Here Now and Autobiography of a Yogi in the early 1970s. She describes her spiritual path over the next 20 years as “meandering and haphazard” until she bought a one-way ticket to India in early 1991 with the intention of meeting His Holiness the Dalai Lama. In the end\, she became a student not only of His Holiness\, but also of Kirti Tsenshab Rinpoche and Lama Zopa Rinpoche during the year she spent studying at Tushita Meditation Centre in Dharamsala\, India and Kopan Monastery in Kathmandu\, Nepal. She also completed several long meditation retreats over a six-year period.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/sharing-the-dharma-with-venerable-tenzin-chogkyi/2018-04-01/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180402T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180402T203000
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SUMMARY:Monday Meditation with Venerable Tenzin Chogkyi
DESCRIPTION:Monday Meditation with Venerable Tenzin Chogkyi \n6 Monday’s February 26-April 2 6:30-8:00pm\nMonday Meditation with Venerable Tenzin Chogkyi \nPart of the power of Buddhist practices is calming our mind through meditation. Learning Buddhist concepts is helpful for our daily lives and helps us intellectually understand our world\, and meditation helps us experience those concepts directly. Meditation is not always easy\, but like any other skill it can be practiced and mastered. Join Venerable Tenzin Chogkyi as she leads us through guided meditations based on the teachings from Tuesday nights. Feel free to drop in Monday nights or come in both nights each week to learn something new and deepen your practice! \nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento CA 95818\nParking lot in back\, ADA accessible.  \nSuggested donation: $10-$20 per class no one turned away for lack of funds. \nwww.diamondlightsac.org \nVenerable Tenzin Chogkyi is a Buddhist nun\, activist and popular Buddhist retreat leader and teacher. She loves bridging the worlds of Buddhist thought\, current affairs\, and the latest research in the field of positive psychology. As well as being passionate about her spiritual practice she also cares deeply about prison reform\, animal rights\, equal rights for all and bringing an end to human trafficking and other modern forms of slavery. \nVenerable Tenzin first became interested in meditation after reading Be Here Now and Autobiography of a Yogi in the early 1970s. She describes her spiritual path over the next 20 years as “meandering and haphazard” until she bought a one-way ticket to India in early 1991 with the intention of meeting His Holiness the Dalai Lama. In the end\, she became a student not only of His Holiness\, but also of Kirti Tsenshab Rinpoche and Lama Zopa Rinpoche during the year she spent studying at Tushita Meditation Centre in Dharamsala\, India and Kopan Monastery in Kathmandu\, Nepal. She also completed several long meditation retreats over a six-year period.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/meditation-with-venerable-tenzin-chogkyi/2018-04-02/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180403T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180403T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180119T140715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180119T141549Z
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SUMMARY:Buddhism in a Nutshell with Ven Tenzin Chogkyi
DESCRIPTION:Buddhism in a Nutshell with Ven Tenzin Chogkyi \n6 Tuesdays 2/27-4/3 6:30pm-8:30pm \nWhy do we put so much energy into chasing after happiness\, only to be disappointed? Why is it so hard to find peace and contentment? \nBuddhism teaches that true freedom and happiness can only be found within\, by transforming our own minds. Find out more about this essential truth that the Buddha taught. This course\, based on the Four Noble Truths\, the first teaching the Buddha gave after his enlightenment\, will include lectures\, discussion periods and meditation sessions. \nJoin Venerable Tenzin Chogkyi as she introduces us to basic Buddhist thought and practices. This class is perfect for beginners\, and a great refresher for long time practioners! Classes are progressive\, but feel free to drop in as you are able!  \nThere will be a supplemental meditation offering based on the class’ material Mondays beginning 3/5 6:30pm-8:30pm \nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, no one turned away for lack of funds \nVenerable Tenzin Chogkyi is a Buddhist nun\, activist and popular Buddhist retreat leader and teacher. She loves bridging the worlds of Buddhist thought\, current affairs\, and the latest research in the field of positive psychology. As well as being passionate about her spiritual practice she also cares deeply about prison reform\, animal rights\, equal rights for all and bringing an end to human trafficking and other modern forms of slavery. \nVenerable Tenzin first became interested in meditation after reading Be Here Now and Autobiography of a Yogi in the early 1970s. She describes her spiritual path over the next 20 years as “meandering and haphazard” until she bought a one-way ticket to India in early 1991 with the intention of meeting His Holiness the Dalai Lama. In the end\, she became a student not only of His Holiness\, but also of Kirti Tsenshab Rinpoche and Lama Zopa Rinpoche during the year she spent studying at Tushita Meditation Centre in Dharamsala\, India and Kopan Monastery in Kathmandu\, Nepal. She also completed several long meditation retreats over a six-year period.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/buddhism-in-a-nutshell-with-ven-tenzin-chogkyi/2018-04-03/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180406T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180406T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20171201T114504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171201T114504Z
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SUMMARY:Circle of Support: Awakening to White Privilege
DESCRIPTION:8 Fridays February 2-April 20 6:30pm-8:30pm (no class February 16\, March 9\, or March 16)  \nPre-registration required!  \nAs people who are white-identified\, we can feel powerless when seeing the suffering caused by white privilege. Oppression against people of color has been happening for centuries\, and while we may not consider ourselves racists\, we still benefit from white privilege. Spending time educating ourselves and coming to terms with our privilege in white spaces can help us stay socially engaged and allow us to process challenges relating to our social position in a safe space.  \nFrancis E. Kendall in her article “Understanding White Privilege” defines white privilege as\, “White privilege is an institutional (rather than personal) set of benefits granted to those of us who\, by race\, resemble the people who dominate the powerful positions in our institutions. One of the primary privileges is that of having greater access to power and resources than people of color do; in other words\, purely on the basis of our skin color doors are open to us that are not open to other people.” \nDiamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group is holding a 8 week circle to support our education about white privilege\, process difficult feelings and emotions\, and transform our understanding surrounding this topic so we can make more skillful choices when navigating differences. We will look at racism through our personal experiences and well as historical and institutional lenses. This circle is not to mobilize political action\, but for personal transformation so we can create more authentic relationships with people of color. The circle will include readings\, mindful sharing\, meditation\, and Buddhist practices.  \nThis class is for people who are white identified and are interested in increasing their awareness about how they unknowingly benefit from and unconsciously reinforce white privilege. Understanding of Buddhist philosophy is not required\, but there will be meditation and Tibetan Buddhist practices incorporated into each session.  \nWe will be using curriculum and resources from www.whiteawake.org \nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2417 24th Street Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95818 (upstairs)\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \ncost: sliding scale $40-$100\, scholarships available (please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com for information). No one turned away for lack of funds. Scholarships available! \nCommitment: To create a safe space and a sense of community\, this circle is limited to 12 people. We ask that you commit to participating in all circles\, readings and homework. Difficult emotions and conflict may come up during the circle\, and we ask that everyone stays mindfully engaged and are committed to treat all group members with respect.  \nApplication process: Please fill out the following application: https://goo.gl/forms/QnfACxMSlylczmW33 You will get a confirmation email once you are selected. If you can no longer participate\, please let us know so we can allow another person to join. Applications are due by January 15\, or until class is full.  \nEmail diamond light.sac@gmail.com for any questions!  \nWe understand the great suffering for communities of color that has been caused by white privilege. Diamond Light would like to invite groups that support healing of communities of color to use Diamond Light Meditation Center at no cost. Please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com for availability.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/circle-of-support-awakening-to-white-privilege/2018-04-06/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180409T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180409T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180327T101033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180327T101033Z
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SUMMARY:Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation!
DESCRIPTION:Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress\, increase happiness\, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction\, discussion and meditation.  \nMondays 4/9-4/30 6:30-8:00pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, no one turned away for lack of funds
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/learn-tibetan-buddhist-meditation/2018-04-09/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180409T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180409T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180409T102313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T102313Z
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SUMMARY:Tibetan Buddhist Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress\, increase happiness\, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction\, discussion and meditation.  \nMondays 4/9-4/30 6:30-8:00pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, no one turned away for lack of funds \nwww.diamondlightsac.org
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/tibetan-buddhist-meditation/2018-04-09/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180410T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180119T142450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180228T090753Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation: Creating a Peaceful Mind
DESCRIPTION:2 Tuesdays 4/10 and 4/17 6:30pm-8:30pm \nMeditation: Creating a Peaceful Mind with Elaine Jackson \nMind\, or consciousness\, is at the heart of Buddhist theory and practice\, and for the last two-and-a-half thousand years meditators have been investigating and using it as a means of transcending unsatisfactory existence and achieving perfect peace. It is said that all happiness\, ordinary and sublime\, is achieved by understanding and transforming our own mind. Mind is the seed of everything. \nHis Holiness the Dalai Lama said that “meditation is to build up a beneficial state of mind through the power of attentive repetition.” We will unpack this seemingly simple statement. What’s a beneficial state of mind? What’s attentive repetition? How do we overcome obstacles?  \nWe will share techniques and antidotes\, keeping it lively. We’ll practice. Practice in Buddhism means meditation. We’ll meditate. \n2 Tuesday’s 4/10 and 4/17 6:30-8:30pm \nAt Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2417 24th Street Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95819\nParking lot in back\, ADA accessible  \nwww.diamondlightsac.org \nSuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, No one turned away for lack of funds. Pay online: http://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/\, or check/cash at the door. \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/dharma-talk-with-elaine-jackson/2018-04-10/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180412T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180412T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180409T102516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T102516Z
UID:10000598-1523557800-1523565000@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Listening as a Spiritual Practice
DESCRIPTION:True listening is the capacity of our hearts to receive and hold another’s truth\, even when it doesn’t agree with our own values and beliefs. Generously offering our attention and presence to another human being is a radical act in a world where many are talking and few are really listening. At times\, we need this capacity internally to receive parts of ourselves that we dislike or feel uncomfortable about.  \nListening does not require us to agree with or to like what we’re hearing. We simply aim to create space for another’s reality\, to respect that it exists. At a certain depth\, listening becomes an experience of pure presence. \nIn this class\, we will use the principles and practices of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to cultivate our listening skills. We will create a supportive learning space that is inclusive of all skill levels. No prior experience with NVC is necessary. All are welcome.  \nBy donation: $10 – $20\nNo one turned away for lack of funds. \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/listening-as-a-spiritual-practice/2018-04-12/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180413T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180413T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20171201T114504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171201T114504Z
UID:10000378-1523644200-1523651400@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Circle of Support: Awakening to White Privilege
DESCRIPTION:8 Fridays February 2-April 20 6:30pm-8:30pm (no class February 16\, March 9\, or March 16)  \nPre-registration required!  \nAs people who are white-identified\, we can feel powerless when seeing the suffering caused by white privilege. Oppression against people of color has been happening for centuries\, and while we may not consider ourselves racists\, we still benefit from white privilege. Spending time educating ourselves and coming to terms with our privilege in white spaces can help us stay socially engaged and allow us to process challenges relating to our social position in a safe space.  \nFrancis E. Kendall in her article “Understanding White Privilege” defines white privilege as\, “White privilege is an institutional (rather than personal) set of benefits granted to those of us who\, by race\, resemble the people who dominate the powerful positions in our institutions. One of the primary privileges is that of having greater access to power and resources than people of color do; in other words\, purely on the basis of our skin color doors are open to us that are not open to other people.” \nDiamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group is holding a 8 week circle to support our education about white privilege\, process difficult feelings and emotions\, and transform our understanding surrounding this topic so we can make more skillful choices when navigating differences. We will look at racism through our personal experiences and well as historical and institutional lenses. This circle is not to mobilize political action\, but for personal transformation so we can create more authentic relationships with people of color. The circle will include readings\, mindful sharing\, meditation\, and Buddhist practices.  \nThis class is for people who are white identified and are interested in increasing their awareness about how they unknowingly benefit from and unconsciously reinforce white privilege. Understanding of Buddhist philosophy is not required\, but there will be meditation and Tibetan Buddhist practices incorporated into each session.  \nWe will be using curriculum and resources from www.whiteawake.org \nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2417 24th Street Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95818 (upstairs)\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \ncost: sliding scale $40-$100\, scholarships available (please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com for information). No one turned away for lack of funds. Scholarships available! \nCommitment: To create a safe space and a sense of community\, this circle is limited to 12 people. We ask that you commit to participating in all circles\, readings and homework. Difficult emotions and conflict may come up during the circle\, and we ask that everyone stays mindfully engaged and are committed to treat all group members with respect.  \nApplication process: Please fill out the following application: https://goo.gl/forms/QnfACxMSlylczmW33 You will get a confirmation email once you are selected. If you can no longer participate\, please let us know so we can allow another person to join. Applications are due by January 15\, or until class is full.  \nEmail diamond light.sac@gmail.com for any questions!  \nWe understand the great suffering for communities of color that has been caused by white privilege. Diamond Light would like to invite groups that support healing of communities of color to use Diamond Light Meditation Center at no cost. Please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com for availability.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/circle-of-support-awakening-to-white-privilege/2018-04-13/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180416T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180327T101033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180327T101033Z
UID:10000607-1523903400-1523910600@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation!
DESCRIPTION:Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress\, increase happiness\, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction\, discussion and meditation.  \nMondays 4/9-4/30 6:30-8:00pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, no one turned away for lack of funds
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/learn-tibetan-buddhist-meditation/2018-04-16/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180416T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180409T102313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T102313Z
UID:10000615-1523903400-1523910600@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Tibetan Buddhist Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress\, increase happiness\, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction\, discussion and meditation.  \nMondays 4/9-4/30 6:30-8:00pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, no one turned away for lack of funds \nwww.diamondlightsac.org
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/tibetan-buddhist-meditation/2018-04-16/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180417T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180417T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180119T142450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180228T090753Z
UID:10000466-1523989800-1523997000@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Meditation: Creating a Peaceful Mind
DESCRIPTION:2 Tuesdays 4/10 and 4/17 6:30pm-8:30pm \nMeditation: Creating a Peaceful Mind with Elaine Jackson \nMind\, or consciousness\, is at the heart of Buddhist theory and practice\, and for the last two-and-a-half thousand years meditators have been investigating and using it as a means of transcending unsatisfactory existence and achieving perfect peace. It is said that all happiness\, ordinary and sublime\, is achieved by understanding and transforming our own mind. Mind is the seed of everything. \nHis Holiness the Dalai Lama said that “meditation is to build up a beneficial state of mind through the power of attentive repetition.” We will unpack this seemingly simple statement. What’s a beneficial state of mind? What’s attentive repetition? How do we overcome obstacles?  \nWe will share techniques and antidotes\, keeping it lively. We’ll practice. Practice in Buddhism means meditation. We’ll meditate. \n2 Tuesday’s 4/10 and 4/17 6:30-8:30pm \nAt Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2417 24th Street Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95819\nParking lot in back\, ADA accessible  \nwww.diamondlightsac.org \nSuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, No one turned away for lack of funds. Pay online: http://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/\, or check/cash at the door. \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/dharma-talk-with-elaine-jackson/2018-04-17/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180419T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180419T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180409T102516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T102516Z
UID:10000599-1524162600-1524169800@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Listening as a Spiritual Practice
DESCRIPTION:True listening is the capacity of our hearts to receive and hold another’s truth\, even when it doesn’t agree with our own values and beliefs. Generously offering our attention and presence to another human being is a radical act in a world where many are talking and few are really listening. At times\, we need this capacity internally to receive parts of ourselves that we dislike or feel uncomfortable about.  \nListening does not require us to agree with or to like what we’re hearing. We simply aim to create space for another’s reality\, to respect that it exists. At a certain depth\, listening becomes an experience of pure presence. \nIn this class\, we will use the principles and practices of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to cultivate our listening skills. We will create a supportive learning space that is inclusive of all skill levels. No prior experience with NVC is necessary. All are welcome.  \nBy donation: $10 – $20\nNo one turned away for lack of funds. \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/listening-as-a-spiritual-practice/2018-04-19/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180420T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180420T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20171201T114504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171201T114504Z
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SUMMARY:Circle of Support: Awakening to White Privilege
DESCRIPTION:8 Fridays February 2-April 20 6:30pm-8:30pm (no class February 16\, March 9\, or March 16)  \nPre-registration required!  \nAs people who are white-identified\, we can feel powerless when seeing the suffering caused by white privilege. Oppression against people of color has been happening for centuries\, and while we may not consider ourselves racists\, we still benefit from white privilege. Spending time educating ourselves and coming to terms with our privilege in white spaces can help us stay socially engaged and allow us to process challenges relating to our social position in a safe space.  \nFrancis E. Kendall in her article “Understanding White Privilege” defines white privilege as\, “White privilege is an institutional (rather than personal) set of benefits granted to those of us who\, by race\, resemble the people who dominate the powerful positions in our institutions. One of the primary privileges is that of having greater access to power and resources than people of color do; in other words\, purely on the basis of our skin color doors are open to us that are not open to other people.” \nDiamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group is holding a 8 week circle to support our education about white privilege\, process difficult feelings and emotions\, and transform our understanding surrounding this topic so we can make more skillful choices when navigating differences. We will look at racism through our personal experiences and well as historical and institutional lenses. This circle is not to mobilize political action\, but for personal transformation so we can create more authentic relationships with people of color. The circle will include readings\, mindful sharing\, meditation\, and Buddhist practices.  \nThis class is for people who are white identified and are interested in increasing their awareness about how they unknowingly benefit from and unconsciously reinforce white privilege. Understanding of Buddhist philosophy is not required\, but there will be meditation and Tibetan Buddhist practices incorporated into each session.  \nWe will be using curriculum and resources from www.whiteawake.org \nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2417 24th Street Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95818 (upstairs)\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \ncost: sliding scale $40-$100\, scholarships available (please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com for information). No one turned away for lack of funds. Scholarships available! \nCommitment: To create a safe space and a sense of community\, this circle is limited to 12 people. We ask that you commit to participating in all circles\, readings and homework. Difficult emotions and conflict may come up during the circle\, and we ask that everyone stays mindfully engaged and are committed to treat all group members with respect.  \nApplication process: Please fill out the following application: https://goo.gl/forms/QnfACxMSlylczmW33 You will get a confirmation email once you are selected. If you can no longer participate\, please let us know so we can allow another person to join. Applications are due by January 15\, or until class is full.  \nEmail diamond light.sac@gmail.com for any questions!  \nWe understand the great suffering for communities of color that has been caused by white privilege. Diamond Light would like to invite groups that support healing of communities of color to use Diamond Light Meditation Center at no cost. Please email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com for availability.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/circle-of-support-awakening-to-white-privilege/2018-04-20/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180423T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180327T101033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180327T101033Z
UID:10000608-1524508200-1524515400@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation!
DESCRIPTION:Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress\, increase happiness\, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction\, discussion and meditation.  \nMondays 4/9-4/30 6:30-8:00pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, no one turned away for lack of funds
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/learn-tibetan-buddhist-meditation/2018-04-23/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180423T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180409T102313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T102313Z
UID:10000616-1524508200-1524515400@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Tibetan Buddhist Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress\, increase happiness\, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction\, discussion and meditation.  \nMondays 4/9-4/30 6:30-8:00pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, no one turned away for lack of funds \nwww.diamondlightsac.org
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/tibetan-buddhist-meditation/2018-04-23/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180424T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180424T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180119T143326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180406T104332Z
UID:10000467-1524594600-1524603600@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Mind & Its Potential with Emily Hsu
DESCRIPTION:Mind & Its Potential with Emily Hsu \n4 Tuesdays 4/24-5/15 6:30pm-8:30pm \nJoin Emily Hsu to examine what the ‘mind’ is according to Buddhism and how it affects our experience of happiness and suffering. Come explore the difference between the mind and the brain and the mind as the creator of our experience. Learn methods to transform our thoughts and attitudes and create a more positive and joyous mind.  \nThe class will consist of Dharma talks\, meditation\, and question and answer. \nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, no one turned away for lack of funds \nEmily Hsu is an FPMT registered teacher who graduated in 2004 from FPMT’s seven-year Masters Program of Sutra and Tantra at Istituto Lama Tsong Khapa in Italy. In 2005 she completed a ten-month solitary retreat to integrate the material\, and since that time has mainly been teaching and doing some retreat every year. She taught at Ocean of Compassion (Gyalwa Gyatso) Buddhist Center and other Bay Area centers for ten years\, with the last four years as resident teacher until leaving in 2016 to do longer retreat. \nEmily teaches Basic Program\, Discovering Buddhism\, introductory courses\, meditation\, and leads retreats\, with particular emphasis on emptiness\, bodhicitta\, Lamrim\, and calm abiding (shi-ne or shamatha) meditation.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/mind-and-its-potential-with-emily-hsu/2018-04-24/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180425T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180425T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180409T103609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T103609Z
UID:10000455-1524681000-1524688200@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:What's Next? A Deep Dive into Death and Rebirth
DESCRIPTION:The Buddhist texts have in depth descriptions about death\, rebirth and different realms of existence. Join Heather as she explores what these texts say\, and how this applies to our own liberation! \n10 Wednesdays 4/25-6/27 6:30pm-8:30pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street Room 14\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, no one turned away for lack of funds \nwww.diamondlightsac.org \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/whats-next-a-deep-dive-into-death-and-rebirth/2018-04-25/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180426T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180426T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180409T102516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T102516Z
UID:10000600-1524767400-1524774600@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Listening as a Spiritual Practice
DESCRIPTION:True listening is the capacity of our hearts to receive and hold another’s truth\, even when it doesn’t agree with our own values and beliefs. Generously offering our attention and presence to another human being is a radical act in a world where many are talking and few are really listening. At times\, we need this capacity internally to receive parts of ourselves that we dislike or feel uncomfortable about.  \nListening does not require us to agree with or to like what we’re hearing. We simply aim to create space for another’s reality\, to respect that it exists. At a certain depth\, listening becomes an experience of pure presence. \nIn this class\, we will use the principles and practices of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to cultivate our listening skills. We will create a supportive learning space that is inclusive of all skill levels. No prior experience with NVC is necessary. All are welcome.  \nBy donation: $10 – $20\nNo one turned away for lack of funds. \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/listening-as-a-spiritual-practice/2018-04-26/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180427T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180427T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180409T111548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T111548Z
UID:10000443-1524853800-1524861000@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Off the Cushion Sacramento! with Reverend Brian Baker
DESCRIPTION:Want to help people in the world\, but don’t know where to start? Feeling overwhelmed with the amount of suffering and having some fears about getting involved? Join Reverend Brian Baker for a special evening of inspiration and conversation about how to get involved in social justice movements in a way that is right for you!  \nFriday 4/27 6:30pm-8:30pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20\, no one turned away for lack of funds \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/off-the-cushion-sacramento-with-reverend-brian-baker/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180429T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180409T105244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T105244Z
UID:10000444-1524996000-1525001400@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Sharing the Dharma with Emily Hsu
DESCRIPTION:Sunday morning “Sharing the Dharma” is an opportunity for newcomers and old friends to explore the Buddha’s teachings as they are applied in our daily lives. \nTopics combine ideas from Buddhism with those from the fields of positive psychology\, Western philosophy\, and current events. People from all faiths and backgrounds can apply the principles explored to enhance their lives. \nEmily will introduce the topics and lead brief reflection meditations. With time to get a cup of tea\, participants can then join in discussions\, asking questions sharing experiences\, and share in community fellowship. \nDrop-in on any session. No background required – just come with an open mind.\nAll are welcome! \nSuggested Donation: $10-$20 suggested\nNo one turned away for lack of funds! \nEmily Hsu is an FPMT registered teacher who graduated in 2004 from FPMT’s seven-year Masters Program of Sutra and Tantra at Istituto Lama Tsong Khapa in Italy. In 2005 she completed a ten-month solitary retreat to integrate the material\, and since that time has mainly been teaching and doing some retreat every year. She taught at Ocean of Compassion (Gyalwa Gyatso) Buddhist Center and other Bay Area centers for ten years\, with the last four years as resident teacher until leaving in 2016 to do longer retreat. \nEmily teaches Basic Program\, Discovering Buddhism\, introductory courses\, meditation\, and leads retreats\, with particular emphasis on emptiness\, bodhicitta\, Lamrim\, and calm abiding (shi-ne or shamatha) meditation.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/sharing-the-dharma-with-emily-hsu/2018-04-29/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180430T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180327T101033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180327T101033Z
UID:10000609-1525113000-1525120200@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation!
DESCRIPTION:Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress\, increase happiness\, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction\, discussion and meditation.  \nMondays 4/9-4/30 6:30-8:00pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, no one turned away for lack of funds
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/learn-tibetan-buddhist-meditation/2018-04-30/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180430T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T103605
CREATED:20180409T102313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180409T102313Z
UID:10000617-1525113000-1525120200@www.diamondlightsac.org
SUMMARY:Tibetan Buddhist Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress\, increase happiness\, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up and keep a daily practice! Each class will have instruction\, discussion and meditation.  \nMondays 4/9-4/30 6:30-8:00pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento\, CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nsuggested donation: $10-$20 per class\, no one turned away for lack of funds \nwww.diamondlightsac.org
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/tibetan-buddhist-meditation/2018-04-30/
LOCATION:2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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