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SUMMARY:Dharma Essentials: Wisdom and Compassion with Jay Nair
DESCRIPTION:Wanting a spiritual practice and don’t know where to start? Have you been studying Buddhism for awhile and wanting to discover where to go next? Tibetan Buddhism offers a complete path to enlightenment\, starting with the basics. Join Jay Nair as he continues the Dharma Essentials course – a beginners look at wisdom and compassion \nTuesdays October 4th – November 22nd\n6:30pm-8:30pm \nHybrid options for attending: \nYou can attend in person:\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 Sacramento CA 95818 (parking lot off 4th Ave\, the room is upstairs). \nPlease wear a mask! \nOr Click 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 \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/dharma-essentials-wisdom-and-compassion-with-jay-nair/2022-11-22/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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SUMMARY:Inner Heart: The Sweet and Swift Path with Cindy Lee
DESCRIPTION:INNER HEART TUESDAYS:\nThe Sweet & Swift Path\nStudy and practice Lobsang Chukyi Gyeltsen’s Steps on the Path using his insightful instructions and devotional meditations. \nTuesday nights in September 9/6-9/27\n6:30pm-8:30pm PDT (Wednesday late morning Asia-Pac)  \nTo receive the recordings\, register Here for Inner Heart Tuesdays: https://www.cindylee.org/events/inner-heart-tuesday-evenings-usa \nHybrid options for attending (Cindy will be teaching online from home):\nYou can attend in person:\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 Sacramento CA 95818 (parking lot off 4th Ave\, the room is upstairs).\nPlease wear a mask! \nOr Click on the Zoom link to join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nThese four classes are offered by suggested donation of $10-20 per class. No one turned away due to lack of funds\nDonate Through Diamond Light and direct your donation to Registration Fees for Cindy Lee’s class. All donations go toward the teacher and Diamond Light. \nWEEKEND RETREAT\nThis course will culminate in an optional weekend retreat on the weekend of 9/30 – 10/2\nRegister Here for Inner Heart Retreat: https://bookwhen.com/diamondlightsac/e/ev-s7n9-20220930000000 \nCindy will be teaching on Tuesday evenings Sept 6-Sept 27\, 6:30pm-8:30pm PDT. This retreat will expand and deepen on the Tuesday teachings. You can also attend and benefit from the retreat without attending Tuesday nights. Tuesdays will be hybrid\, feel free to join us at Diamond Light Mediation Center in Sacramento (2791 24th Street\, Room 14 Sacramento CA 95818)\, or from the comfort of your home! Cindy teaching from home. \nAbout Cindy: Cindy Lee has trained in the Indo-Tibetan traditions of Buddhism and Yoga for over 25 years. \nCo-teaching at international workshops and retreats for more than a decade with her late husband\, Brian K. Smith (Lama Marut) Cindy continues their collaborative work of sharing the dharma with the intention of integrating wisdom and compassion in daily life. \nCindy received a Graduate Diploma in media and worked as a lecturer at Swinburne University. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts majoring in literature and her dharma classes can include both in-depth textual study and creative approaches to practice techniques\, influenced by her academic and artistic interests. \nAs an artist\, Cindy has explored the intersection of multimedia\, performance and insight\, most recently in the creation of live events that investigate and illuminate themes such as the “Yoga of Sound”\, “Buddha Nature” and the “Five Buddha Families”. \nFor more about Cindy\, visit:\nhttps://www.cindylee.org/events
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/inner-heart-the-sweet-and-swift-path-with-cindy-lee-2/2022-09-27/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dharma Essentials with Jay Nair and Amie Diller
DESCRIPTION:Wanting a spiritual practice and don’t know where to start? Have you been studying Buddhism for awhile and wanting to discover where to go next? Tibetan Buddhism offers a complete path to enlightenment\, starting with the basics. Join Jay Nair and Amie Diller as they begin the Dharma Essentials course – which is an overview of a spiritual path and how to create and maintain a Buddhist practice.  \nTuesdays August 2nd -August 30th\n6:30pm-8:00pm \nHybrid options for attending: \nYou can attend in person:\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 Sacramento CA 95818 (parking lot off 4th Ave\, the room is upstairs). \nPlease wear a mask! \nOr Click 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 \n Hailing 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 Amie 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/dharma-essentials-with-jay-nair-and-amie-diller/2022-08-30/
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SUMMARY:The Heart Sutra with Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim
DESCRIPTION:Discover the wisdom of emptiness! Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim will use the Heart Sutra to explore emptiness and how it can transform our world. Beginners welcome! \n8 Tuesdays June 7-July 26\, 6:30pm-8:00pm \nHybrid options for attending: \nYou can attend in person:\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 Sacramento CA 95818 (parking lot off 4th Ave\, the room is upstairs). \nPlease wear a mask! \nOr Click 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-heart-sutra-with-geshe-lobsang-tsultrim/2022-07-26/
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SUMMARY:Buddhist Compassion: Caring for Ourselves and Others with Karuna Cayton
DESCRIPTION:Buddhist Compassion: Caring for Ourselves and Others\nWith Karuna Cayton\n5 Tuesdays May 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, and 31st\, 6:30pm-8:00pm \nHow to Attend:\nThis class will be in-person and online (Karuna 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: We are still requiring masks\, and please stay home and join online if you are sick!\nJoin live online with Zoom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115\n(Meeting ID: 224 735 8115) \nClass Description:\nThe Buddhist theory and practice of compassion is unique and inspiring.  Compassion is seen as both the antidote to other’s problems as well as the direct antidote to one’s own struggles.  It’s a win-win: good for others and oneself.  In this class we will not only look at the buddhist presentation of compassion but also how it is applicable to your everyday life in today’s world. These days it seems problems have become extraordinary – worldwide pandemic\, political divisiveness\, economic uncertainty\, climate change – is compassion the extraordinary solution to these complex problems? Let’s explore.  \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 Karuna:\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.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/buddhist-compassion-caring-for-ourselves-and-others-with-karuna-cayton/2022-05-31/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220426T200000
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SUMMARY:Mourning: A Compassionate Path to Healing with Sunil Joseph
DESCRIPTION:Mourning: A Compassionate Path to Healing\, with Sunil Joseph\n4 Tuesdays April 5\, 12\,19\, and 26th\, 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: We are still requiring masks\, and please stay home and join online if you are sick!\nJoin live online with Zoom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115\n(Meeting ID: 224 735 8115) \nClass Description:\nWe have all acted in ways that we later regretted. Acknowledging our actions even to ourselves can be difficult when we feel ashamed about what we did. We may judge ourselves to be a bad human being and keep beating ourselves for what we did. Similarly\, we may be carrying resentments towards people for the way they hurt us. This unresolved pain can keep us stuck in the past. In this series of 4 classes we will look at how the process of mourning in NVC can help us compassionately heal our shame\, resentment\, and regrets. \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/mourning-a-compassionate-path-to-healing-with-sunil-joseph/2022-04-26/
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SUMMARY:The Bodhisattva’s Way of Life with Jay Nair
DESCRIPTION:The Bodhisattva’s Way of Life with Jay Nair  \nTuesdays March 8\, 22\, and 29th 6:30pm-8:00pm \nThis class will be 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-2/2022-03-29/
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SUMMARY:Diamond Light Sangha Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We thank you\, each one of you\, from the depths of our hearts for your years of participation and support. You enabled Diamond Light to come into existence\, together created a vibrant Sangha\, and have kept the center not only open but thriving during these difficult times. Truly reason to rejoice. \nIt is time for our spring All Sangha meeting to start planning the next year for our community here at Diamond Light. The Board of Directors Woudl like to have an all sangha meeting to discuss next steps!  \nLet us know you are coming! RSVP here: http://evite.me/UAFnyV4EQe (feel free to join even without an RSVP) \nPlease fill out the survey: https://forms.gle/89UP4xWunUhNF1xdA \nAnd join us for our Meeting on Tuesday March 15th from 6:30pm-8:00pm (this will be during our regular Tuesday night class time). \nYou can join online: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2247358115 \nMeeting ID: 224 735 8115 \nOr in person at Diamond Light Meditation Center (please wear a mask and stay home if you are sick): 2791 24th Street\, Room 14\, Sacramento CA 95818
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/diamond-light-sangha-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220222T080000
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SUMMARY:No class tonight - back next week!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/no-class-tonight-back-next-week/
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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: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211214T183000
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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/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111149
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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/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211026T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211026T200000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210328T113000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210221T113000
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200102
DTSTAMP:20260423T111149
CREATED:20190104T124750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T124750Z
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holiday!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-9/2020-01-01/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
GEO:38.5538259;-121.4831665
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191112
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holiday!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-8/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190903
DTSTAMP:20260423T111149
CREATED:20190104T124430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T124430Z
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holiday!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-7/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
GEO:38.5538259;-121.4831665
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190705
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holiday!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-6/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190528
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holiday!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-5/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
GEO:38.5538259;-121.4831665
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190219
DTSTAMP:20260423T111149
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T124219Z
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holiday!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-4/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
GEO:38.5538259;-121.4831665
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190122
DTSTAMP:20260423T111149
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T124115Z
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holiday!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-3/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181218T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111149
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SUMMARY:Transforming Problems with Emily Hsu
DESCRIPTION:In this course\, we will explore how to use mind training techniques to transform our problems into causes for happiness. According to Buddhism\, it is primarily our minds that determine whether we will experience happiness or pain and difficulties\, and problems are excellent opportunities to make spiritual progress. We will discover the source of our problems and thereby be able to reduce them\, discuss how problems can be transformed into causes for our own happiness and\, in turn\, lead to our ability to cherish and support others more naturally and effectively. \nWe will learn meditations as well as other techniques which can be used throughout our day to help create the transformation and happiness we seek. This course includes lecture\, meditation and plenty of time for questions and answers. \n6 Tuesdays 11/13-12/18 6:30pm-8:30pm \nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento CA 95818\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. \n \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/transforming-problems-with-emily-hsu/2018-12-18/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180918T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111149
CREATED:20180610T084824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180610T084824Z
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SUMMARY:Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva with Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim
DESCRIPTION:Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva with Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim \n4 Tuesdays 8/28-9/18 6:30pm-8:30pm \nThe Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva is an important Lojong text containing thirty-seven verses with instructions on following the Bodhisattva path. A Bodhisattva is a person who has cultivated bodhicitta\, the compassionate wish to attain enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. It is said that\, of all the Buddhist realizations and practices\, the most essential is bodhicitta. Join us as Geshe Tsultrim instructs us on developing the qualities of a Bodhisattva and how this practice is critical during these troubled times. \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 \nGeshe Lobsang Tsultrim is part of the Gaden Shartse Monastery in south India. “Geshe” is a monastic degree similar to a PhD that is earned after decades of intensive study and passing the highest-level exams. Geshe Tsultrim is an expert on Buddhist philosophy and a skilled artist\, specializing in traditional Tibetan art. \nIn 2001\, Gaden Shartse sent Geshe Tsultrim to the US to continue his studies and to work at the Gaden Shartse Thubten Dhargye Ling Center in Long Beach\, CA. Geshe-la returned to south India to complete his next level of studies at Gyudmed Tantric University. In 2015\, Geshe Tsultrim returned to the US to resume teaching traditional Buddhist philosophy as well as travelling and teaching internationally in the Americas and Europe.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/thirty-seven-practices-of-a-bodhisattva-with-geshe-lobsang-tsultrim/2018-09-18/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 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;VALUE=DATE:20180915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180917
DTSTAMP:20260423T111149
CREATED:20180609T045938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180827T110353Z
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SUMMARY:Being A Game Changer: Taking Our Practice Into the World with Winston McCullough
DESCRIPTION:Learn to be happier\, healthier and more peaceful while living an engaged spiritual life. Discover how to make a real difference in the well-being of others. We will focus on cultivating and applying mindfulness\, wisdom and compassion in our relationships with others\, serving beneficial causes in the world\, relating to our technology and how we relate to ourselves. This class will include meditations\, dharma talk\, discussion\, individual and group exercises. \nThis class is for everyone; no prior experience with Buddhist philosophy required. \nSat & Sun Sept 15 & 16 11:00am-4:00pm\nat Diamond Light Meditation Center\n2791 24th Street\, Room 14 (upstairs)\nSacramento CA 95818\nparking lot in back\, ADA accessible \nSuggested donation: $40-$60 one day/$75-$110 one weekend;\nScholarships available (email diamondlight.sac@gmail.com);\nVisit  https://goo.gl/forms/8UEB5VnyX6kdLJg12 to register \ndonate online: https://www.diamondlightsac.org/donate/\nwww.diamondlightsac.org \n \nDr. Winston McCullough has two master’s degrees and a PhD in psychology from NYU and has worked in industry for 25 years as an industrial and organizational psychologist and director of communications and employee benefit programs. He taught for several years at Columbia University and teaches currently at Oregon State University\, including courses such as Positive Psychology\, Psychology of Meditation\, World Religions\, and Great Figures: Jesus and Buddha. Winston enjoys exploring the intersections of 21st century psychology and spiritual paths such as Indo-Tibetan Buddhism\, Yoga\, and progressive Christian life. He is dedicated to sharing fundamental truths that empower people to live happier lives. A loving husband and father to three amazing children\, he is a grateful and happy man.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/being-a-game-changer-with-winston-mccullough/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180821T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180821T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111149
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SUMMARY:Tibetan Art Symbols with Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim
DESCRIPTION:Tibetan Art Symbols with Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim \nTuesdays 8/21 6:30pm-8:30pm \nJoin us as Geshe Tsultrim\, a highly-skilled artist\, leads us on an exploration of Tibetan Art Symbols. Tibetan Buddhist art is created using Buddhist symbolism to represent certain aspects of the dharma. Buddhist figures and sacred objects tend to be esoteric and symbolic in meaning. Mudras are symbolic hand gestures that describe the action of the figures. Many images function as mandalas. \nBuddhist art often makes use of the “Eight Auspicious Symbols.” These symbols are:\n1.	Lotus flower – representing purity and enlightenment.\n2.	Endless knot\, or\, the mandala – representing eternal harmony.\n3.	Pair of goldenfish – representing conjugal happiness and freedom.\n4.	Victory banner – representing a victorious battle.\n5.	Wheel of the Dharma – representing knowledge.\n6.	Treasure vase – representing inexhaustible treasure and wealth.\n7.	Parasol – representing the crown\, and protection from the elements.\n8.	Conch shell – representing the thoughts of the Buddha. \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 \nGeshe Lobsang Tsultrim is part of the Gaden Shartse Monastery in south India. “Geshe” is a monastic degree similar to a PhD that is earned after decades of intensive study and passing the highest-level exams. Geshe Tsultrim is an expert on Buddhist philosophy and a skilled artist\, specializing in traditional Tibetan art. \nIn 2001\, Gaden Shartse sent Geshe Tsultrim to the US to continue his studies and to work at the Gaden Shartse Thubten Dhargye Ling Center in Long Beach\, CA. Geshe-la returned to south India to complete his next level of studies at Gyudmed Tantric University. In 2015\, Geshe Tsultrim returned to the US to resume teaching traditional Buddhist philosophy as well as travelling and teaching internationally in the Americas and Europe.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/tibetan-art-symbols-with-geshe-lobsang-tsultrim/2018-08-21/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Seven Point Mind Training with Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim
DESCRIPTION:Seven Point Mind Training with Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim \n5 Tuesdays 7/17-8/14 6:30pm-8:30pm \nSeven Point Mind Training or Lojong are teachings to transform the mind through the practice of bodhicitta (the compassionate wish to attain enlightenment for the benefit of all sentient beings). The practice involves refining and purifying one’s motivations and attitudes.  \nIn this series of classes (four Tuesday evenings)\, Geshe Tsultrim will provide background and instruction on the seven points of mind training\, which are:\n1.	The Preliminaries to Mind Training\n2.	The Main Practice of Training the Mind in Bodhicitta\n3.	Transforming Adversity into the Path of Awakening\n4.	Applying the Practice Throughout One’s Whole Life\n5.	The Measure or Signs of Proficiency in Mind Training\n6.	The Commitments of Mind Training\n7.	The Precepts of Mind Training \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 \nGeshe Lobsang Tsultrim is part of the Gaden Shartse Monastery in south India. “Geshe” is a monastic degree similar to a PhD that is earned after decades of intensive study and passing the highest-level exams. Geshe Tsultrim is an expert on Buddhist philosophy and a skilled artist\, specializing in traditional Tibetan art. \nIn 2001\, Gaden Shartse sent Geshe Tsultrim to the US to continue his studies and to work at the Gaden Shartse Thubten Dhargye Ling Center in Long Beach\, CA. Geshe-la returned to south India to complete his next level of studies at Gyudmed Tantric University. In 2015\, Geshe Tsultrim returned to the US to resume teaching traditional Buddhist philosophy as well as travelling and teaching internationally in the Americas and Europe.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/seven-point-mind-training-with-geshe-lobsang-tsultrim/2018-08-14/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:The Way of Compassion with Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim
DESCRIPTION:The Way of Compassion with Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim \n4 Wednesdays 7/18-8/8 6:30pm-8:30pm \n“If you want others to be happy\, practice compassion. If you want to be happy\, practice compassion.” – His Holiness Dalai Lama XIV \nThe Way of Compassion is the way of happiness. Research studies show that meditation strengthens brain connections and functioning that calm fear and anger and meditating on love and compassion is associated with feelings of happiness. In this series of classes (four Wednesday evenings)\, Geshe Tsultrim will guide us in making compassion part of our daily lives. \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 \nGeshe Lobsang Tsultrim is part of the Gaden Shartse Monastery in south India. “Geshe” is a monastic degree similar to a PhD that is earned after decades of intensive study and passing the highest-level exams. Geshe Tsultrim is an expert on Buddhist philosophy and a skilled artist\, specializing in traditional Tibetan art. \nIn 2001\, Gaden Shartse sent Geshe Tsultrim to the US to continue his studies and to work at the Gaden Shartse Thubten Dhargye Ling Center in Long Beach\, CA. Geshe-la returned to south India to complete his next level of studies at Gyudmed Tantric University. In 2015\, Geshe Tsultrim returned to the US to resume teaching traditional Buddhist philosophy as well as travelling and teaching internationally in the Americas and Europe.
URL:https://www.diamondlightsac.org/event/the-way-of-compassion-with-geshe-lobsang-tsultrim/2018-08-08/
LOCATION:Sierra 2 Center\, Room 14\, 2791 24th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Diamond Light Tibetan Buddhist Group":MAILTO:diamondlight.sac@gmail.com
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