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SUMMARY:Learning to Meditate with Cheryl Slean
DESCRIPTION:On the First Sunday of every month we offer a Learning to Meditate class. If you are new to meditation or would like a teacher-led refresher\, please join us at 3:00 pm for an hour of instruction and answers to your questions. \nDonation: We suggest $20 for this class. Donations are shared between the center and the teacher. Whatever you can offer is appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/learning-to-meditate-2017-01-01-2017-04-02/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Learning to Meditate with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:On the First Sunday of every month we offer a Learning to Meditate class. If you are new to meditation or would like a teacher-led refresher\, please join us at 3:00 pm for an hour of instruction and answers to your questions. \nDonation: We suggest $20 for this class. Donations are shared between the center and the teacher. Whatever you can offer is appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/learning-to-meditate-2017-01-01-2017-04-02-2017-06-02-2017-06-04/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Learning to Meditate with Cheryl Slean
DESCRIPTION:On the First Sunday of every month we offer a Learning to Meditate class. If you are new to meditation or would like a teacher-led refresher\, please join us at 3:00 pm for an hour of instruction and answers to your questions. \nDonation: We suggest $20 for this class. Donations are shared between the center and the teacher. Whatever you can offer is appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/learning-to-meditate-2017-01-01-2017-04-02-2017-06-02-2017-07-02/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Solid Foundation: Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness meditation is a proven path to becoming more open\, compassionate and relaxed in our ever-changing lives\, in this “eternally unfolding moment”. Mindfulness is a technique and practice that we can each develop that brings greater presence\, calm\, clarity\, and ultimately — freedom\, into our experience. \nIn this five week course\, we will examine and practice the techniques of Mindfulness Meditation in the context of the Buddha’s teachings. \nOur focus will be a Solid Foundation: the fundamentals of practice; meditation techniques; working with distractions; lovingkindness meditation; integrating your practice and your life; practicing in community\, and more. We’ll alternate practice periods\, instruction\, Q&A and discussion. \nPlease Join Us! No prior meditation experience needed! \nRegister\nClass dates: \nFive Thursday evenings: Jan 25\, Feb 1\, 8\, 15\, 22; 6:30pm – 8:00pm\nPlus Saturday: February 17\, extended practice period: 10:00am – 3:00pm \n \nInstructor: \nIan Challis is the Guiding Teacher of Insight Community of the Desert\, Palm Springs. He began a committed Insight meditation practice in 2005 and has studied with many amazing teachers\, including Larry Yang\, Joseph Goldstein\, Sylvia Boorstein and Leigh Brasington. Ian is a graduate of the Community Dharma Leader training at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. Supporting your practice of mindfulness meditation is a true passion! \nRegistration and cost:\nSliding scale $95 – 135 for this five week program.\nReduced rates and full scholarships available.\nSpace is limited so please pre-register!
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/solid-foundation-meditation-class/2018-02-22/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Waking Up White: Doing Work So Needed in the World
DESCRIPTION:A Seven Part Class Series\, starting November 17\, 2018 \nThe spiritual path we follow in this life calls us to act on our beliefs and aspirations. As we strive to become more mindful through the fundamental practices of lovingkindness and compassion\, we grow in our awareness of the attachments that hold us back from attainment of the spiritual goals of peace and freedom. Our journey challenges our deep-rooted learning and unconscious beliefs. Privilege and our unconscious assumptions and behavior around privilege result in harmful actions to communities of color who do not share the same benefits and privileges of being white in this society. Insight Community of the Desert is committed to creating and all-inclusive meditation community in the Coachella Valley. With over three-quarters of the population in Palm Springs identifying as white\, we become increasingly aware of the work that needs to be done to create an all-inclusive and welcoming meditation community. \nThese are difficult and challenging times in our nation and community. We have seen the political fueling of racial tensions through the overt actions of a variety of white supremacist organizations and groups. The path of the Buddha calls us to become aware – aware of our thoughts and actions that are not mindful of ourselves and others. Furthermore the Buddha called us to a life of compassion and loving kindness through the development of awareness. This is not a path of separateness or exclusivity. It is a path of inclusion- a path that is open and welcoming to everyone. \nWaking up White is a 7 part course of commitment and dedication to understanding ourselves as white members of society. The course challenges us to examine how our position of privilege impacts the lives of others who do not share that same privilege. The course will challenge our fundamental beliefs in an open\, transparent and safe environment of learning and change. The course will offer readings and interactive exercises which will stimulate the mind and enable us to wake up together in our efforts to build an inclusive community for meditation\, care\, and loving support. \nOpen to all ICD sangha and UUCOD congregants\, who self-identify as white people\, this in-depth program meets seven Saturday mornings (9:30-12:00)\, starting November 17\, then December 1\, December 15\, January 12\, February 2\, February 23\, and March 16. The cost is $75 for the complete series\, with a sliding scale and no one turned away for lack of funds. \nFor more information or to register: More info/Register
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/waking-up-white-2018-11-17/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Learning to Meditate with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:On the First Sunday of every month we offer a Learning to Meditate class. If you are new to meditation or would like a teacher-led refresher\, please join us at 3:00 pm for an hour of instruction and answers to your questions. \nDonation: We suggest $20 for this class. Donations are shared between the center and the teacher. Whatever you can offer is appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/learning-to-meditate-2017-01-01-2017-04-02-2017-06-02-2019-02-03/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Waking Up White: Doing Work So Needed in the World
DESCRIPTION:A Seven Part Class Series\, starting November 17\, 2018 \nThe spiritual path we follow in this life calls us to act on our beliefs and aspirations. As we strive to become more mindful through the fundamental practices of lovingkindness and compassion\, we grow in our awareness of the attachments that hold us back from attainment of the spiritual goals of peace and freedom. Our journey challenges our deep-rooted learning and unconscious beliefs. Privilege and our unconscious assumptions and behavior around privilege result in harmful actions to communities of color who do not share the same benefits and privileges of being white in this society. Insight Community of the Desert is committed to creating and all-inclusive meditation community in the Coachella Valley. With over three-quarters of the population in Palm Springs identifying as white\, we become increasingly aware of the work that needs to be done to create an all-inclusive and welcoming meditation community. \nThese are difficult and challenging times in our nation and community. We have seen the political fueling of racial tensions through the overt actions of a variety of white supremacist organizations and groups. The path of the Buddha calls us to become aware – aware of our thoughts and actions that are not mindful of ourselves and others. Furthermore the Buddha called us to a life of compassion and loving kindness through the development of awareness. This is not a path of separateness or exclusivity. It is a path of inclusion- a path that is open and welcoming to everyone. \nWaking up White is a 7 part course of commitment and dedication to understanding ourselves as white members of society. The course challenges us to examine how our position of privilege impacts the lives of others who do not share that same privilege. The course will challenge our fundamental beliefs in an open\, transparent and safe environment of learning and change. The course will offer readings and interactive exercises which will stimulate the mind and enable us to wake up together in our efforts to build an inclusive community for meditation\, care\, and loving support. \nOpen to all ICD sangha and UUCOD congregants\, this in-depth program meets seven Saturday mornings (9:30-12:00)\, starting November 17\, then December 1\, December 15\, January 12\, February 2\, February 23\, and March 16. The cost is $75 for the complete series\, with a sliding scale and no one turned away for lack of funds. \nFor more information or to register: More info/Register
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/waking-up-white/2019-03-16/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Learning to Meditate with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:On the First Sunday of every month we offer a Learning to Meditate class. If you are new to meditation or would like a teacher-led refresher\, please join us at 3:00 pm for an hour of instruction and answers to your questions. \nDonation: We suggest $20 for this class. Donations are shared between the center and the teacher. Whatever you can offer is appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/learning-to-meditate-2017-01-01-2017-04-02-2017-06-02-2017-08-06-2019-04-07/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Learning to Meditate
DESCRIPTION:On the First Sunday of every month we offer a Learning to Meditate class. If you are new to meditation or would like a teacher-led refresher\, please join us at 3:00 pm for an hour of instruction and answers to your questions. \nDonation: We suggest $20 for this class. Donations are shared between the center and the teacher. Whatever you can offer is appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/learning-to-meditate-2017-01-01-2017-04-02-2017-06-02-2017-08-06/2019-10-06/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Learning to Meditate
DESCRIPTION:On the First Sunday of every month we offer a Learning to Meditate class. If you are new to meditation or would like a teacher-led refresher\, please join us at 3:00 pm for an hour of instruction and answers to your questions. \nDonation: We suggest $20 for this class. Donations are shared between the center and the teacher. Whatever you can offer is appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/learning-to-meditate-2017-01-01-2017-04-02-2017-06-02-2017-08-06-2019-11-03/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200312T180000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction with Beth Mulligan & Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:Experience the original 8-week Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program! Expertly designed\, and research-backed\, the MBSR course will teach you how to understand and work with the mind-body connection in order to reduce stress and improve self-regulation. The program\, which will be taught in Palm Springs\, provides fun and effective training in a variety of mindfulness techniques\, including mindfulness meditation instruction\, relaxing body awareness practices\, and gentle yoga-type exercises. \nIn this 8 week series you will learn through discussion and exploration to develop a personal awareness and understanding of stress physiology and the mind-body connection. You will learn to apply effective mindfulness techniques which you can practice whenever you need to reduce stress and increase self-regulation.  \nEach class builds upon the previous session. In addition to training and experiencing mindfulness skills\, there will be lively discussions on stress management\, coming off auto-pilot\, the mind-body connection\, how mindfulness changes our relationship to thoughts\, feelings\, emotions\, and pain\, as well as other health-related subjects.\n \nWhat are the benefits of MBSR?\n\nCultivates the ability to pay attention in an open\, non-judgmental way to our surroundings and what is contained in the present moment.\nProvides clearer appraisal of the reality of situations.\nReduces reactivity and stress\, and stress related illnesses.\nBuilds resilience around health\, thoughts\, feelings\, and emotions.\nEnhances mindful communication and problem solving.\nAdds richness to our daily lives by increasing awareness of everyday activities\, such as: walking\, driving\, eating (tasting food without distractions)\, etc.\n\nClass dates: Eight consecutive Thursday evenings 6:00pm to 8:30pm\, beginning January 23 and ending on March 12. Plus daylong retreat\, Saturday\, February 22\, 10:00am to 4:00pm. \nNOTE: This class is now full. If you try and can not register\, please contact Ian@desertinsight.org We may have cancellations or otherwise be able to accommodate you.\nRegister Now\nThe cost for all 8 class modules\, the daylong\, class materials and teacher support is $295. Some work-study and scholarships are available\, please contact an organizer for details. \n   \nThis course is taught by highly experienced teachers Beth Mulligan and Ian Challis\, who have trained with the Centers for Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts\, and UC San Diego. The MBSR-Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program is the most widely researched and highly acclaimed mindfulness program in the world. \nBeth Mulligan\, PA-C is a certified MBSR teacher\, teacher trainer\, and adjunct faculty through the UMASS Center for Mindfulness. She has been teaching MBSR for over a decade to diverse populations; from the critically ill\, to non-profit organizations\, the underserved\, educators\, and corporate leaders. She currently teaches at the Susan Samueli Center for Integrative Medicine at UCI and Insight LA. Beth teaches the 10-week and nine-day practicum for teachers in training nationally and internationally. Beth is a certified Mindful Self-Compassion teacher and teacher trainer and does international training for the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion. Beth has a background in primary care medicine as a Board Certified Physician Assistant having graduated Magna cum Laude from Duke University and has practiced medicine for over thirty years. She is a long time student of Charles Tenshin Fletcher\, Roshi at Yokoji Zen Mountain Center where she has lived in residence. Beth is a past Guiding Teacher at Insight Community of the Desert and is a certified yoga instructor. \nIan Challis is a teacher of MBSR and mindfulness techniques based in Palm Springs. Inspired by Beth Mulligan’s teaching\, it is always a special joy for him to teach alongside her. Ian has maintained a dedicated meditation practice for fifteen years. He has spent hundreds of days in silent retreat with remarkable teachers. In 2017 he completed a multi-year training and became certified to teach Insight Meditation by Spirit Rock Meditation Center. After a career in art and product design\, he became a founding board member of Insight Community of the Desert\, which has grown into a thriving meditation center. He currently serves as the center’s Guiding Teacher offering weekly teachings\, workshops\, and residential retreats. Supporting the creation of inclusive and aware communities is a core practice for Ian\, along with his own personal development of cultural humility and sensitivity. Identifying as gay/queer\, Ian has a passion for supporting anyone who feels marginalized in practice communities.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-with-beth-mulligan-ian-challis/2020-03-12/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Classes,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200404T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200404T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T190252Z
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SUMMARY:Learning to Meditate
DESCRIPTION:On the First Saturday of every month we offer a Learning to Meditate class. If you are new to meditation or would like a teacher-led refresher\, please join us at 10:30 am for an hour of instruction and answers to your questions. Donation: We suggest $20 for this class. Donations are shared between the center and the teacher. Whatever you can offer is appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/learning-to-meditate-2-2020-02-01/2020-04-04/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Recurring
ORGANIZER;CN="Board of Directors":MAILTO:info@desertinsight.org
GEO:33.8224808;-116.5328786
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200420T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200420T063000
DTSTAMP:20260513T045053
CREATED:20191126T111403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200418T165513Z
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SUMMARY:Learn to Meditate Online – A Practice for Troubled Times with Cheryl Slean
DESCRIPTION:The course will meet via Zoom video conference on Mondays\, April 6 – 27 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30pm PDT.  Subscribe to our mailing list for instructions on joining this online event. \nInsight Community of the Desert is offering a 4-week online introduction to mindfulness class that can be enjoyed right from home. Use it as a refresher or spread the word to your friends. Each class will offer teacher-led instruction and practice of simple but transformative mindfulness skills for calming anxiety\, reducing stress and finding resilience and balance\, even through the most challenging times. \nSessions will include live instruction and guided meditation for the first hour\, and interactive Q&A for the last 30 minutes. Each week will build on previous skills so we encourage attending all four sessions\, but drop-ins are also welcome. \nThe class is being offered as pay-what-you-can\, with no one turned away for lack of funds. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Class teacher Cheryl Slean has practiced Insight meditation intensively for 25 years and led classes and retreats since 2007. She teaches at meditation centers worldwide\, as well as in many health & wellness\, addiction recovery and business settings\, including 4 years online teaching with Mindful Schools. She has a Certification in Mindfulness Facilitation from UCLA and is active in the climate justice movement.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/meditate-online/2020-04-20/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Featured,Recurring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200504T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200504T063000
DTSTAMP:20260513T045053
CREATED:20191126T111403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T172514Z
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SUMMARY:Learn to Meditate Online – A Practice for Troubled Times with Cheryl Slean
DESCRIPTION:Due to technical difficulties we were unable to hold session 4 of this series.  Please join us for this last session of this introduction to mindfulness class. Drop-ins are still welcome. \nThis class will offer teacher-led instruction and practice of simple but transformative mindfulness skills for calming anxiety\, reducing stress and finding resilience and balance\, even through the most challenging times. It will include live instruction and guided meditation for the first hour\, and interactive Q&A for the last 30 minutes. \nThe class is being offered as pay-what-you-can\, with no one turned away for lack of funds. \nSubscribe to our mailing list for instructions on joining this online event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Class teacher Cheryl Slean has practiced Insight meditation intensively for 25 years and led classes and retreats since 2007. She teaches at meditation centers worldwide\, as well as in many health & wellness\, addiction recovery and business settings\, including 4 years online teaching with Mindful Schools. She has a Certification in Mindfulness Facilitation from UCLA and is active in the climate justice movement.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/meditate-online-2020-05-04/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Featured,Recurring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T045053
CREATED:20231105T041700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T193514Z
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SUMMARY:A Morning of Practice – An *In Person* Half-Day Retreat with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we practice together in community and take a few hours to experience the gift of quiet practice. With our busy lives and the stress of each day\, we sometimes let our practice slip away\, yet it is so important to maintain\, especially right now. \nOur morning will be an opportunity to let go and get back to cultivating present-time awareness\, and rest in being. There will be sitting and walking meditation\, dharma\, and conversation. Suitable for everyone. \nLocation: Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA 92262 \nReg Fee: $45 covers the cost of the day and support to ICD. No one is turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister here \nDana \nPlease consider making a donation at desertinsight.org to support our teachers and community. Please give from your ability and heart. \nThere will be an opportunity to offer Dāna to the teacher during the event. \nAbout the Teacher: Ian Challis
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/half-day-2023-12-09/
LOCATION:Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Daylongs,Featured,Recurring,Regular Events,Special,Sundays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240511T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T045053
CREATED:20240502T165602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T165602Z
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SUMMARY:A Morning of Practice – An *In Person* Half-Day Retreat with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we practice together in community and take a few hours to experience the gift of quiet practice. With our busy lives and the stress of each day\, we sometimes let our practice slip away\, yet it is so important to maintain\, especially right now. \nOur morning will be an opportunity to let go and get back to cultivating present-time awareness\, and rest in being. There will be sitting and walking meditation\, dharma\, and conversation. Suitable for everyone. \nLocation: Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA 92262 \nReg Fee: $45 covers the cost of the day and support to ICD. No one is turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister here \nDana \nPlease consider making a donation at desertinsight.org to support our teachers and community. Please give from your ability and heart. \nThere will be an opportunity to offer Dāna to the teacher during the event. \nAbout the Teacher: Ian Challis
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/half-day-2024-05-11/
LOCATION:Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Daylongs,Featured,Recurring,Regular Events,Special,Sundays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Board of Directors":MAILTO:info@desertinsight.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240615T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T045053
CREATED:20240602T002143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240602T002624Z
UID:10002698-1718442900-1718452800@desertinsight.org
SUMMARY:A Morning of Practice – An *In Person* Half-Day Retreat with Jokai Blackwell
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we practice together in community and take a few hours to experience the gift of quiet practice. With our busy lives and the stress of each day\, we sometimes let our practice slip away\, yet it is so important to maintain\, especially right now. \nOur morning will be an opportunity to let go and get back to cultivating present-time awareness\, and rest in being. There will be sitting and walking meditation\, dharma\, and conversation. Suitable for everyone. \nLocation: Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA 92262 \nReg Fee: $45 covers the cost of the day and support to ICD. No one is turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister here \nDana \nPlease consider making a donation at desertinsight.org to support our teachers and community. Please give from your ability and heart. \nThere will be an opportunity to offer Dāna to the teacher during the event. \nAbout the Teacher: Jokai Blackwell
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/half-day-2024-06-15/
LOCATION:Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Daylongs,Featured,Recurring,Regular Events,Special,Sundays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Board of Directors":MAILTO:info@desertinsight.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240720T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T045053
CREATED:20240701T015713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T020020Z
UID:10002706-1721466900-1721476800@desertinsight.org
SUMMARY:A Morning of Practice – An *In Person* Half-Day Retreat with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we practice together in community and take a few hours to experience the gift of quiet practice. With our busy lives and the stress of each day\, we sometimes let our practice slip away\, yet it is so important to maintain\, especially right now. \nOur morning will be an opportunity to let go and get back to cultivating present-time awareness\, and rest in being. There will be sitting and walking meditation\, dharma\, and conversation. Suitable for everyone. \nLocation: Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA 92262 \nReg Fee: $45 covers the cost of the day and support to ICD. No one is turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister here \nDana \nPlease consider making a donation at desertinsight.org to support our teachers and community. Please give from your ability and heart. \nThere will be an opportunity to offer Dāna to the teacher during the event. \nAbout the Teacher: Ian Challis
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/half-day-2024-07-20/
LOCATION:Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Daylongs,Featured,Recurring,Regular Events,Special,Sundays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Board of Directors":MAILTO:info@desertinsight.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T045053
CREATED:20240802T204112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T204112Z
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SUMMARY:A Morning of Practice – An *In Person* Half-Day Retreat with Mary Stancavage
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we practice together in community and take a few hours to experience the gift of quiet practice. With our busy lives and the stress of each day\, we sometimes let our practice slip away\, yet it is so important to maintain\, especially right now. \nOur morning will be an opportunity to let go and get back to cultivating present-time awareness\, and rest in being. There will be sitting and walking meditation\, dharma\, and conversation. Suitable for everyone. \nLocation: Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA 92262 \nReg Fee: $45 covers the cost of the day and support to ICD. No one is turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister here \nDana \nPlease consider making a donation at desertinsight.org to support our teachers and community. Please give from your ability and heart. \nThere will be an opportunity to offer Dāna to the teacher during the event. \nAbout the Teacher: Mary Stancavage
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/half-day-2024-08-17/
LOCATION:Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Daylongs,Featured,Recurring,Regular Events,Special,Sundays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Board of Directors":MAILTO:info@desertinsight.org
GEO:33.8163206;-116.5275763
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T045053
CREATED:20250610T200632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T200920Z
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SUMMARY:A Morning of Practice – An *In Person* Half-Day Retreat with Jokai Blackwell
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we practice together in community and take a few hours to experience the gift of quiet practice. With our busy lives and the stress of each day\, we sometimes let our practice slip away\, yet it is so important to maintain\, especially right now. \nOur morning will be an opportunity to let go and get back to cultivating present-time awareness\, and rest in being. There will be sitting and walking meditation\, dharma\, and conversation. Suitable for everyone. \nLocation: Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA 92262 \nReg Fee: $45 covers the cost of the day and support to ICD. Sliding scale–No one is turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister here \nDana \nPlease consider making a donation at desertinsight.org to support our teachers and community. Please give from your ability and heart. \nThere will be an opportunity to offer Dāna to the teacher during the event. \nAbout the Teacher: Jokai Blackwell
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/half-day-2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Daylongs,Featured,Recurring,Regular Events,Special,Sundays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Board of Directors":MAILTO:info@desertinsight.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T045053
CREATED:20250823T183148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T183148Z
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SUMMARY:A Morning of Practice – An *In Person* Half-Day Retreat with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:It’s been said “if it isn’t simple\, it isn’t vipassana.” This morning of practice will be an opportunity to explore (by doing) how we can keep our practice simple\, enjoyable\, and effective. Gentle instructions will be offered with plenty of time to “see for ourselves.” We will practice in Noble Silence\, with time for questions and community. For beginning and experienced meditators alike. Everybody is welcome. \nPlease join us as we practice together in community and take a few hours to experience the gift of quiet practice. With our busy lives and the stress of each day\, we sometimes let our practice slip away\, yet it is so important to maintain\, especially right now. \nLocation: Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA 92262 \nReg Fee: $45 covers the cost of the day and support to ICD. Tickets are available at reduced rates of $20 and $10. No one is turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister here \nDana \nPlease consider making a donation at desertinsight.org to support our teachers and community. Please give from your ability and heart. \nThere will be an opportunity to offer Dāna to the teacher during the event. \nAbout the Teacher: Ian Challis
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/half-day-2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Daylongs,Featured,Recurring,Regular Events,Special,Sundays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Board of Directors":MAILTO:info@desertinsight.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T045053
CREATED:20260222T154555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T160758Z
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SUMMARY:A Morning of Practice – An *In Person* Half-Day Retreat with Mary Stancavage
DESCRIPTION:With the complex world we live in\, taking the time to pause\, simplify and get back to basics is important. In this half day retreat\, we will stop\, breathe and rest in being right where we are. \nPlease join us as we practice together in community and take a few hours to experience the gift of quiet practice. With our busy lives and the stress of each day\, we sometimes let our practice slip away\, yet it is so important to maintain\, especially right now. \nOur morning will be an opportunity to let go and get back to cultivating present-time awareness\, and rest in being. There will be sitting and walking meditation\, a dharma talk\, and a chance to connect in community. Suitable for all. \nLocation: Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA 92262 \nReg Fee: $45 covers the cost of the day and support to ICD. No one is turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister here \nDana \nPlease consider making a donation at desertinsight.org to support our teachers and community. Please give from your ability and heart. \nThere will be an opportunity to offer Dāna to the teacher during the event. \nAbout the Teacher: Mary Stancavage
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/a-morning-of-practice-2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Daylongs,Featured,Recurring,Regular Events,Special,Sundays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Board of Directors":MAILTO:info@desertinsight.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T091500
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SUMMARY:A Morning of Practice – An *In Person* Half-Day Retreat with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:Caring for Ourselves\, Caring for our World—A half-day retreat with Ian Challis \nOne of the most powerful ways that we can care for others is by caring for ourselves: Going within and strengthening our own roots of practice so that we can be of benefit to others. \nThis morning retreat will invite us to tune into what is truly important through sitting and walking practice\, dharma reflections\, and a chance to connect with friends along the path. \nAll are welcome. \nLocation: Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA 92262 \nReg Fee: $45 covers the cost of the day and support to ICD. Tickets are available at reduced rates of $20 and $10. No one is turned away for lack of funds. \nRegister here\nDana \nPlease consider making a donation at desertinsight.org to support our teachers and community. Please give from your ability and heart. \nThere will be an opportunity to offer Dāna to the teacher during the event. \nAbout the Teacher: Ian Challis
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/a-morning-of-practice-2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Mizell Center\, 480 S. Sunrise Way\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Daylongs,Featured,Recurring,Regular Events,Special,Sundays
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