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SUMMARY:New Year...New Moment\, a week of mindfulness practice
DESCRIPTION:        \nJanuary 1 – 8\, 2017 jumpstart your New Year’s intentions for more ease and less stress with a week’s worth of practice opportunities with ICD teachers Larry Yang\, Cheryl Slean\, and Ian Challis. \nStarting Sunday\, January 1\, Larry\, Cheryl and Ian will offer daily evening sits and teachings\, capped by a full day of mindfulness on January 7\, and ending with our regular Sunday sit on the 8th. Come join us to deepen your practice in a non-residential retreat\, right here in our home community! \nCome for any or all of these events: \n\nSunday\, Jan. 1\, 4:30-6:00 pm (regular meeting)\nMonday\, Jan. 2\, 6:30-8:30 pm (sit and teachings)\nTuesday\, Jan. 3\, 6:30-8:30 pm (sit and teachings)\nWednesday\, Jan. 4\, 6:30-8:30 pm (sit and teachings)\nThursday\, Jan. 5\, 6:30-8:30 pm (sit and teachings)\nFriday\, Jan. 6\, 6:30-8:30 pm (sit and teachings)\nSaturday\, Jan. 7\, 10:00am – 3:00 pm DAYLONG Retreat\nSunday\, Jan. 8\, 4:30-6:00 pm (regular meeting)\n\nRegistration only needed for the Daylong:\nDaylong Registration \nCost:\nSunday events: donation\nMonday to Friday evenings: $20 suggested donation\nSaturday Daylong: $35 suggested donation \nAll ICD events are offered on a donation basis\,\nwith no one turned away for lack of funds. \n 
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/a-new-year-a-new-week-a-new-moment-a-week-of-mindfulness-practice/
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:Meditation: A Solid Foundation - Five Week Class
DESCRIPTION:Meditation: A Solid Foundation\nA five week class series for beginners and experienced meditators\nwith Ian Challis\nJanuary 19 – February 16\, 2017 \nFive Thursday evenings\n(Jan 19\, 26\, Feb 2\, 9\, 16) 6:30pm – 8:00pm \nMindfulness meditation is a proven path to becoming more open\, compassionate and relaxed in our ever-changing lives\, in this “eternal unfolding moment”. The Buddha taught mindfulness as a technique we can each develop that brings greater presence\, calm\, clarity\, and ultimately — freedom\, into our experience. \nIn this five week course\, led by Ian Challis\, we will examine and practice the techniques of Insight Meditation in the context of the Buddha’s teachings. Our 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. \nIan Challis teaches at Insight Community of the Desert\, Palm Springs. He began a committed meditation practice in 2005 and has studied with many teachers in the Insight tradition of Buddhism\,including Larry Yang\, Joseph Goldstein\, and Leigh Brasington. Ian is currently engaged in the two year Community Dharma Leader training at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. Supporting your practice of mindfulness meditation is a true passion! \nRegister\nRegistration and cost: \nSuggested $75 donation for this five week class series.\nSliding scale and full scholarships available.\nSpace is limited so please pre-register! \n 
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/meditation-a-solid-foundation-five-week-class-2017-01-26/
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:Fierce Compassion: A Daylong Workshop for Women with Beth Mulligan
DESCRIPTION:In this 6 hour retreat-style workshop we’ll explore what it means to have a “Strong back and a soft front” in other words what might it look like to go through the world with an open heart and strong clear boundaries? \nVulnerability researcher\, Social Worker and best selling author Brene Brown says\, “The most compassionate people I know have the clearest boundaries.” \nWith Compassionate Awareness (mindfulness) in the forefront of our day together\, we’ll practice the well researched exercises from the Mindful Self-Compassion program developed by Kristin Neff PhD and Chris Germer PhD. We’ll see how connecting with self kindness\, and common humanity helps us stay true to our deepest values\, and we’ll explore ways to work with strong emotions with wisdom and compassion\, seeing how our feelings can actually work for us with consciousness and purpose. \nThe day will include guided meditations and experiential- interactive exercises\, short talks and mindful movement. \nPlease bring your lunch. \nRegister\nInstructor: \nBeth Mulligan\, PA-C is a certified Mindful Self Compassion Teacher and international teacher trainer. She was in the first group to be invited to MSC teacher training\, and has been teaching MSC with great passion and enthusiasm ever since\, at the UC Irvine Center for Integrative Medicine and Insight LA as well as providing workshops for professional caregivers. Beth is also a certified MBSR teacher and teacher trainer\, and adjunct faculty for 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. Beth has a background in primary care medicine as a Board Certified Physician Assistant and has practiced medicine for over 25 years.  She is a senior student of Roshi Charles Tenshin Fletcher at Yokoji Zen Center where she has lived in residence\, and is the Guiding Dharma teacher at Insight Community of the Desert.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/fierce-compassion-a-daylong-workshop-for-women-with-beth-mulligan/
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in a CrAzy World with Beth Mulligan and Larry Yang
DESCRIPTION:How do we develop mindfulness and compassion in the midst of the world’s contradictory craziness?” Join us to explore mindfulness and loving-kindness practices in demanding and challenging times. \nThis First Noble Truth that there is suffering in our lives—seems to be even more apparent these days than not. We live in a world that encourages us to get away with as much as we can\, while giving as little as possible. Some leaders and messages in the larger culture encourage us to win at any cost\, to hoard as much material wealth as possible\, and to gain as much power as we can. One current advertising slogan paraphrases a cynical aphorism of doing things before asking any permission because it is easier to ask for forgiveness afterwards than to ask for permission. \nIs this how we wish to live our lives? We know if you are reading this you don’t\, however you may be asking\, “How do we develop mindfulness and compassion in the midst of this contradictory craziness?” Join us to explore mindfulness and lovingkindness practices in demanding and challenging times. Create the stillness and peacefulness internally\, that is so needed in the external world. We already have this peace within us\, sometimes\, like these times\, it just needs some extra space to emerge and become strong. The intention of this retreat is to provide this kind and open space for all of us. \nBeginning and experienced meditators are welcomed. Please bring a bag lunch. \nRegister\n  \n \nInstructors: \nBeth Mulligan\, PA-C is a certified Mindful Self Compassion Teacher and international teacher trainer. She was in the first group to be invited to MSC teacher training\, and has been teaching MSC with great passion and enthusiasm ever since\, at the UC Irvine Center for Integrative Medicine and Insight LA as well as providing workshops for professional caregivers. Beth is also a certified MBSR teacher and teacher trainer\, and adjunct faculty for 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. Beth has a background in primary care medicine as a Board Certified Physician Assistant and has practiced medicine for over 25 years. She is a senior student of Roshi Charles Tenshin Fletcher at Yokoji Zen Center where she has lived in residence\, and is the Guiding Dharma teacher at Insight Community of the Desert. \nLarry Yang teaches meditation retreats nationally\, and has a special interest in creating access to the Dharma for diverse multicultural communities. Larry has practiced meditation for almost 30 years\, with extensive time in Burma and Thailand\, and a six-month period of ordination as a Buddhist monk\, under the guidance of Ajahn Tong. He is on the Teacher’s Council of Spirit Rock Meditation Center\, is one of the core teachers of both East Bay Meditation Center (Oakland) and Insight Community of the Desert (Palm Springs). He is part of the coordinating team developing community meditation teachers in Spirit Rock’s Community Dharma Leadership Program\, and is leading the next Spirit Rock Dharma Teacher Training Program to begin in July\, 2017. Larry’s book Awakening Together: The Spiritual Practice of Inclusivity and Community will be published by Wisdom Publications in October 2017. \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45. This fee is shared with the teacher(s)\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) collection will be taken at the day of the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. When people are able to extend as much generosity as possible\, financial accessibility to our events comes with greater ease for the whole community.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/mindfulness-in-a-crazy-world/
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:20170819T093000
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SUMMARY:Waking Up in RelationshipA half-day retreat and workshop with Cheryl Slean
DESCRIPTION:Relationship can sometimes seem like the last frontier of spiritual practice. Because there’s so much that goes on inside when we’re interacting with others\, it’s easy to lose awareness and fall back into old\, unhelpful habits of relating. Bringing receptive mindfulness and wise reflection to our encounters is not only possible\, it’s a deeply educational process that paves the way for significant positive change. \nThis half-day mindfulness workshop will focus on improving our relationships by including them in our daily life practice. Through reflection\, group process and meditation we’ll explore topics like compassion with safe boundaries\, forgiveness\, releasing the need to change or judge others\, and relational mindfulness practices. You’ll come away with skills and understandings that will help you find your way toward more harmonious\, compassionate and fulfilling relationships. \nRegister\n  \n \nInstructor: \nCheryl Slean has been practicing insight meditation intensively since 1995\, including hundreds of days of silent retreat. She was authorized to teach in 2007\, and has a Certification in Mindfulness Facilitation from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. She is currently serving on the Teachers’ Councils at Against the Stream and Insight Community of the Desert and regularly teaches classes and residential retreats at these centers and at other meditation\, health & wellness and business settings internationally. Cheryl is also a writer\, filmmaker and educator working in the arts and sustainability\, and is executive producer of VisionLA Climate Action Arts. For more information on Cheryl\, see www.aMindfulLife.org  \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $25. This fee is shared with the teacher(s)\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) collection will be taken at the day of the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. When people are able to extend as much generosity as possible\, financial accessibility to our events comes with greater ease for the whole community.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/waking-up-in-relationship/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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SUMMARY:Connecting to our Heart's Refuge with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:A sense of home or refuge — an internal base that offers shelter\, support and safety — is vital in an ever-changing\, unpredictable world. Buddhist teachings offer three universal refuges: Our own innate capacity for heart/mind awakening (Buddha)\, the refuge of practice and wisdom (Dharma)\, and the refuge of community (Sangha). \nJoin us for a day of practice and exploration of refuge as it relates to our lives and our world. Is it possible to bring a sense of home and refuge wherever we may find ourselves? \nWe will spend the day exploring mindfulness practices designed to strengthen and support this internal sense of refuge. We will also look at how this strong internal confidence and safety can be shared and supported with others through the practices of community: lovingkindness\, compassion and wise action. \nThe day will include periods of sitting meditation\, walking meditation\, short dharma talks and discussion. This event is suitable or new or experienced meditators. Please bring a lunch. \nRegister\n \nInstructor: \nIan Challis practices and teaches in the Insight Tradition of Buddhism. He is a regular teacher and founding board member at Insight Community of the Desert in Palm Springs. He also teaches at Meditation as Refuge\, Michael’s House\, and the Desert Meditation Group in Rancho Mirage. Ian has studied and sat residential retreats with Rodney Smith\, Santikaro\, Narayan Liebenson\, Larry Yang\, Leigh Brasington\, Sylvia Boorstein\, Tara Brach and Joseph Goldstein\, among many others. Ian is currently pursuing certification as a teacher of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. In April 2017 he graduated from the Community Dharma Leaders Program of Spirit Rock Meditation Center. \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45 with a sliding scale. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. When people are able to extend as much generosity as possible\, financial accessibility to our events comes with greater ease for the whole community.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/hearts-refuge/
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:Awakening Together: Building Beautiful and Beloved Communities with Larry Yang
DESCRIPTION:Join ICD Founding Teacher\, Larry Yang for this daylong retreat. Building community can seem like a worthy purpose\, a high aspiration\, even a wholesome ideal. But the practices of Mindfulness and Lovingkindness invite us into experiencing more than that. The Compassion and Wisdom of Mindfulness invites us into the experience that Community is not just possible\, but that it is necessary for our spiritual growth and path…. and that it is\, sometimes\, a challenging thing to accomplish. \nBuilding community is not a luxury; it is not a hobby; it is a necessity in the intensities of this current world. Please come with the intention to really explore what Community feels like and to experience both how Community holds us together to grow and love\, and also how it can push us beyond who we think we are as individuals and as groups\, in the beauty of our human condition. \nBeginning and experienced meditators are welcomed. Please bring a bag lunch\, if you can. There will be a book signing and purchase opportunity for Larry’s new book Awakening Together at the end of the daylong. \nRegister\n \nInstructor: \nLarry Yang teaches mindfulness and loving kindness retreats nationally and has a special interest in creating access to the Dharma for diverse\, multicultural communities. Larry has practiced meditation for almost 30 years\, with extensive time in southeast Asia\, and a 6 month period of ordination as a monastic under the guidance of Ajahn Tong. Larry is on the Teachers Council of Spirit Rock Meditation Center\, and is one of the core teachers of both East Bay Meditation Center (Oakland) and Insight Community of the Desert (Palm Springs). His current focus is training spiritual leadership within Communities of Color and LGBTQI communities. Larry was honored for his work in equity  and inclusion by being selected as the community’s choice for Grand Marshal in the 2016 San Francisco LGBTIQ Pride Parade\, whose theme was “For Racial and Economic Justice.” He has been developing community meditation teachers in Spirit Rock’s Community Dharma Leadership Program for 10 years\, and is one of the core trainers for the current Spirit Rock Dharma Teacher Training Program to develop fully empowered Dharma teachers in multicultural communities. \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45 with a sliding scale. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. When people are able to extend as much generosity as possible\, financial accessibility to our events comes with greater ease for the whole community.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/awakening-together/
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:Personal and Boundless Loving Kindness with Amma Thanasanti
DESCRIPTION:Loving-kindness has personal and boundless facets. When we cultivate it personally\, we bring loving kindness directly to our body\, emotions\, mind states and relationships. Knowing unconditioned love is an access point to let go of a solid self-nature. When we do that we let go of boundaries that keep us feeling separate. Our fears that we will lose our personal love relationships release. We stop believing the stories we tell ourselves about who and w what we are. The myths that we are undeserving and essentially unlovable fall away. In this openness\, the heart natural response is to feel and let love in. \nThis retreat is suitable for new and experienced meditators. Bring a lunch for yourself. Kindly come fragrance-free for those with chemical sensitivites. \nRegister\n \nInstructor: \nAmma Thanasanti is the founder and Spiritual Director of Awakening Truth. She is a California born spiritual teacher dedicated to serving all beings. She has been committed to awakening since she first encountered the Dharma in 1979. As a former Buddhist nun of 26 years\, she combines the precision and rigor of the Ajahn Chah Forest Tradition and a passion for wholeness. \nAmma has been teaching intensive meditation retreats worldwide since 1996. She invites you to pause to see what is liberating at the core of your human condition and integrate that into your daily life. \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. Please contact the event coordinator if you need the scholarship support.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/amma-daylong/
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:20180120T100000
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SUMMARY:A Day of Mindfulness: Ancient Teachings for Modern Times with Beth Mulligan
DESCRIPTION:Meditation and mindfulness are everywhere: in hospitals\, clinics\, and schools; in major medical\, psychological\, and scientific journals; on TV; and in popular publications—even on the cover of Time magazine. And thankfully so—since Jon Kabat-Zinn developed Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)\, a treatment blending meditation and yoga\, it has been proven effective in treating conditions like chronic pain\, stress\, anxiety\, and depression for sufferers around the world. Lesser known\, however\, are the deep philosophical roots of MBSR known as the Buddhist dharma\, translated as “the teachings of the Buddha.” Although they form the very foundation underlying MBSR and other mindfulness-based interventions\, they often remain hidden within modern mindfulness practices. Why are these 2500 year old teachings still with us and so effective and relevant to this very day? \nThis Day of Mindfulness will allow participants to answer this question for themselves through the experience of the essential MBSR practices and teachings on the links to their ancient origins. The day will be informed by Beth Mulligan’s forthcoming book; \nThe Dharma of Modern Mindfulness\nNew Harbinger Publications\, January 2\, 2018 \nTHERE WILL BE A BOOK SIGNING AT THE END OF THE RETREAT \nRegister\n \nInstructor: \nBeth Mulligan\, PA-C is a board certified Physician Assistant who has practiced medicine in the Coachella Valley for 28 years. She also has a long standing Buddhist meditation and yoga practice. Seeing the way Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn brought these two worlds together through MBSR and under his guidance\, she became a certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction(MBSR) teacher and is an International Teacher Trainer and retreat leader. Over the last 12 years she brought MBSR to Eisenhower medical Center\, Desert Regional Medical Center\, the Lucy Curci Cancer Center\, Shelter from the Storm\, and school\, hospices and county agencies in the Desert. She offers these life changing teachings in ways that are secular and accessible to everyone. As a Core Teacher at Insight Community of the Desert\, and long time Zen Senior Student\, Beth Ann Mulligan\, is equally committed to to exploring the Buddha’s path. \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. Please contact the event coordinator if you need the scholarship support.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/beth-daylong-120/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180222T200000
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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
CATEGORIES:Classes,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180317T160000
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SUMMARY:A Daylong Retreat: Living the Four Noble Truths with Pablo Das
DESCRIPTION:Join Pablo Das at Insight Community of the Desert for this daylong retreat on the Four Noble Truths. The central message of the four noble truths is that every human life has an ever changing balance of pleasure and pain within it. Buddhist practice is a call to develop equal presence for the preferable and not so preferable conditions of our lives. In this series we will look at the four truths as much more than just a central Buddhist “philosophy”. The teaching outlines an active practice of presence and responsiveness which leads to an entirely different way of life. \nRegister\n \nInstructor: \nPablo Das was empowered as a Dharma teacher at Against the Stream Buddhist Meditation Society (ATS) in 2009. He was a member of the founding teachers council at ATS and taught there until 2016. He is a practitioner of Somatic Experiencing (sep)\, a body centered system for the management and resolution of trauma and am currently assisting professional trainings. He was on the founding treatment team at Refuge Recovery\, a Buddhist\, trauma informed outpatient treatment program for drug and alcohol Addiction. Pablo trained as a holistic health coach (hhc) at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and studied Food therapy under Annemarie Colbin at the Natural Gourmet Institute in New York City. He maintains a private coaching practice working with clients one on one\, integrating Buddhist practice and principle\, trauma resolution and holistic health models. He has studied council practice at the Ojai foundation and teach classes on interpersonal mindfulness and authentic self expression. Pablo teaches mindfulness retreats for teens. He has worked in suicide prevention for the LGBTQ teen population and teach workshops for the LGBTQ community. He is also an indie-folk (antifolk) musician and performer. Pablo lives and works in Los Angeles. His writing has been published nationally. Website: causesofwellbeing.com \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. There is a sliding scale and you may contact the event coordinator if you need a full scholarship.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/pablo-4nt/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180428T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180428T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201705
CREATED:20170412T163248Z
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Joy as a Practice: A Daylong Retreat for LGBTQI and Gender Fluid
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Joy as a Practice: A Daylong Retreat for LGBTQI and Gender Fluid\nNeurologists\, psychologists and even medical doctors now acknowledge that the energies of appreciation\, joy and gratitude are key elements for sustaining good health and happiness. Buddhism has many practices that contribute to this well being and in particular is the cultivation of joy and appreciation. We don’t have to be any different than we are\, nor improve ourselves to appreciate what is already living inside of us. This day will be dedicated to five of the eleven traditional practices of cultivating appreciation and joy. \nThere will be guided mindfulness and joy meditations\, time for group inquiry and a dharma talk. This day welcomes beginners and senior practioners from the Lesbian\, Gay\, Bisexual\, Trans\, Queer\, Intersex\, and Gender Fluid community. \nRegister\n \nInstructor: \nArinna Weisman has studied insight meditation since 1979 and has been teaching since 1989. Her root teacher is Ruth Denison who was empowered by the great teacher U Bha Khin. She is the founding teacher of Insight Meditation Center of the Pioneer Valley. She is co-author of the book\, A Beginner’s Guide to Insight Meditation and a contributor to Women Practicing Buddhism; American Experiences\, edited by Peter Gregory and Susanne Mrozik. \nHer dharma practice and teaching have been infused with her political and environmental activism. She was the first out queer teacher with Eric Kolvig to lead insight meditation retreats for the Gay\, Lesbian\, Bisexual\, Transgender\, Gender Queer community. She also leads ‘Uncovering the Heart Retreats’ integrating the practice of awareness of the social dynamics of inequity with the dharma practice of liberation. \nTo learn more about Arinna’s work\, you can visit her website at: www.arinnaweisman.org \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. There is a sliding scale and you may contact the event coordinator if you need a full scholarship.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/joy-arinna/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180623T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180623T153000
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SUMMARY:Fierce Compassion: A Daylong Workshop for Women
DESCRIPTION:Join ICD Teacher Beth Mulligan for this 6 hour retreat-style workshop where we’ll explore what it means to have a “Strong back and a soft front” in other words what might it look like to go through the world with an open heart and strong clear boundaries?  Vulnerability researcher\, Social Worker and best selling author Brene Brown says\, “The most compassionate people I know have the clearest boundaries.” \nWith Compassionate Awareness (mindfulness) in the forefront of our day together\, we’ll practice the well researched exercises from the Mindful Self-Compassion program developed by Kristin Neff PhD and Chris Germer PhD. We’ll see how connecting with self kindness\, and common humanity helps us stay true to our deepest values\, and we’ll explore ways to work with strong emotions with wisdom and compassion\, seeing how our feelings can actually work forus with consciousness and purpose. \nThe day will include guided meditations and experiential- interactive exercises\, short talks and mindful movement. Please bring your lunch. \nRegister\n \nInstructor: \nBeth Mulligan is a certified Mindful Self Compassion Teacher and international teacher trainer. She was in the first group to be invited to MSC teacher training\, and has been teaching MSC with great passion and enthusiasm ever since\, at the UC Irvine Center for Integrative Medicine and Insight LA as well as providing workshops for professional caregivers. Beth is also a certified MBSR teacher and teacher trainer\, and adjunct faculty for 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. Beth has a background in primary care medicine as a Board Certified Physician Assistant and has practiced medicine for over 25 years.  She is a senior student of Roshi Charles Tenshin Fletcher at Yokoji Zen Center where she has lived in residence\, and is the former Guiding teacher at Insight Community of the Desert. \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. There is a sliding scale and you may contact the event coordinator if you need a full scholarship.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/fierce-2/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180806T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201705
CREATED:20170412T163248Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion: 8 week program with Beth Mulligan
DESCRIPTION:Insight Community of the Desert and Mindful Way are thrilled to be offering Mindful Self Compassion: an eight week program designed to bring greater ease and well being to your life; offering skills to help you make changes with kindness instead of self-criticism. \nWhat is Mindful Self Compassion (MSC)? \nMSC was developed by Christopher K. Germer\, PhD\, leader in the integration of mindfulness and psychotherapy (www.MindfulSelfCompassion.org) and Kristin Neff\, PhD\, pioneering researcher in the field of self-compassion (www.Self-Compassion.org). MSC combines the skills of mindfulness and self-compassion\, providing a powerful tool for emotional resilience. Mindfulness is the first step in emotional healing—being able to turn toward and acknowledge our difficult thoughts and feelings (such as inadequacy\, sadness\, anger\, confusion) with a spirit of openness and curiosity. Self-compassion involves responding to these difficult thoughts and feelings with kindness\, sympathy and understanding so that we soothe and comfort ourselves when we’re hurting. Research has shown that self-compassion greatly enhances emotional wellbeing. It boosts happiness\, reduces anxiety and depression\, and can even help maintain healthy lifestyle habits such as diet and exercise. Being both mindful and compassionate leads to greater ease and well-being in our daily lives. \nMindful Self Compassion (MSC) can be learned by anyone. It’s the practice of repeatedly evoking good will toward ourselves especially when we’re suffering—cultivating the same desire that all living beings have to live happily and free from suffering. \nMost of us feel compassion when a close friend is struggling. What would it be like to receive the same caring attention whenever you needed it most? All that’s required is a shift in the direction of our attention—recognizing that as a human being\, you\, too\, are a worthy recipient of compassion. \nIn MSC you’ll learn: \nhow to stop being so hard on yourself\nhow to handle difficult emotions with greater ease\nhow to motivate yourself with encouragement rather than criticism\nhow to transform difficult relationships\, both old and new\nmindfulness and self-compassion practices for home and everyday life\nthe theory and research behind mindful self-compassion\nhow to become your own best teacher \nMSC is a great follow up to any other Mindfulness program (MBSR\, Mindful Eating etc.) \nMSC is not a meditation class\, it is a compassion skills building class. \nA randomized\, controlled trial demonstrated that MSC significantly increased self-compassion\, compassion for others\, mindfulness\, and life satisfaction\, as well as decreased depression\, anxiety and stress. Improvements were linked to how much a person practiced mindfulness and self-compassion in their daily lives. \nFee includes eight 2.5 hr sessions\, one 4 hour retreat and all materials. There are a few limited scholarships availalbe. Contact Beth Mulligan at the address below for more information. \nContact Teacher Beth Mulligan for more details about the program: beth@mindful-way.com \nRegister\n  \nInstructor: \n \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. \nBeth 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 core teacher at Insight Community of the Desert and is a certified yoga instructor. \nCost: The all-inclusive registration fee for this event is $350. Some scholarship assistance may be available. Please contact event coordinator.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/beth-msc/2018-08-06/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180825T173000
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SUMMARY:Unplug and Tune In: A day of practice with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:In the busy-ness of daily life\, how often do we get a chance to really slow down? How often are we able to give ourselves the gift of stillness and presence for an extended period of time? \nEven those of us who are regular meditators may sometimes find ourselves squeezing in our meditation practice after everything else. On Saturday\, August 25\, let’s prioritize our practice\, let’s give ourselves the space\, time and support to truly enjoy and explore mindfulness practice in the company of like-minded folks. \nThe focus of the day will be on practice: plain and simple. This longer format daylong will be similar to what you might experience on an extended residential retreat: alternating periods of walking\, sitting and heart meditations. There will be brief practical instructions and tips offered\, with opportunities for questions. \nAll that is required is a willingness to show up\, and to practice the Buddha’s way of peace that leads to wisdom and an open heart. \nDoors open at 8:30 and practice begins at 9:00am. Please come early\, enjoy some tea\, and relax into the day. Please bring a packed lunch. Space is limited so please register soon! \nRegister\n \nInstructor: \nIan Challis is the Guiding Teacher of Insight Community of the Desert\, Palm Springs. A lifelong interest in the dharma and meditation matured into a committed Insight practice in 2005. Since then he has sat residential retreats and studied with many teachers including Narayan Liebenson\, Larry Yang\, Leigh Brasington\, Ven. Santikaro\, Marcia Rose\, Joseph Goldstein and many others. He works as an artist and designer. He is a founding board member and past president of Insight Community of the Desert\, and leads the Desert Meditation Group at UUCOD. Ian is a 2017 graduate of the Community Dharma Leader (CDL) teacher training program at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. There is a sliding scale and you may contact the event coordinator if you need a full scholarship.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/unplug1/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201705
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SUMMARY:Integrity with Ourselves and the World with Larry Yang
DESCRIPTION:As we continue on our spiritual path\, wherever we have come from and to wherever we may go\, our faith\, strength\, and sustenance can arise through the bringing all of who we are into our personal journey and to the larger World. This is the experience of Integrity or creating wholeness from the different areas of our lives. And we know intuitively\, experientially\, and empirically that the Whole is so much greater than the sum of the parts. \nJoin us to explore cultivating Integrity and Wholeness in our spiritual practice\, regardless of external conditions upon us. Open to all levels of meditation—beginners to experienced practitioners. Please bring your lunch and all of who you are into our experience together. \nRegister\n \nInstructor: \nLarry Yang teaches meditation retreats nationally\, and has a special interest in creating access to the Dharma for diverse multicultural communities. Larry has practiced meditation for almost 30 years\, with extensive time in Burma and Thailand\, and a six-month period of ordination as a Buddhist monk\, under the guidance of Ajahn Tong. He is on the Teacher’s Council of Spirit Rock Meditation Center\, is one of the core teachers of both East Bay Meditation Center (Oakland) and Insight Community of the Desert (Palm Springs). \nHe is part of the coordinating team developing community meditation teachers in Spirit Rock’s Community Dharma Leadership Program\, and is leading the next Spirit Rock Dharma Teacher Training Program. Larry’s book Awakening Together: The Spiritual Practice of Inclusivity and Community was published by Wisdom Publications in October 2017. \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. There is a sliding scale and you may contact the event coordinator if you need a full scholarship.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/integrity/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181208T153000
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SUMMARY:A Day of Mindfulness: Cultivating Compassionate Presence\, a Gift for All Seasons with Beth Mulligan
DESCRIPTION:Join Beth Mulligan for “A Day of Mindfulness: Cultivating Compassionate Presence; A Gift for all Seasons\,” Saturday\, December 8th\, from 9:30 am. to 3:30 pm. \nIn these busy times\, it is easy to lose sight of what is most meaningful in our lives sometimes taking for granted so much of this precious life. The practice of Mindfulness Meditation\, mindful Yoga\, mindful walking and mindful eating in a mostly silent daylong format\, with the support of community and experienced teachers\, allows us to cultivate our true and natural compassionate presence. Join Beth Mulligan for this day of practice and cultivate your compassionate presence. \nClick on the link below to get more information and register for this daylong retreat \nRegister\n \nInstructor: \nBeth Mulligan has completed all steps of the professional Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher training program through the University of Massachusetts under Jon Kabat-Zinn PhD and his colleagues and is a certified MBSR teacher. She teaches Mindfulness at many major medical centers\, Universities\, schools\, non-profit organizations and corporations. She also trains professionals in mindfulness based interventions and participates in research on the benefits of mindfulness. \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. There is a sliding scale and you may contact the event coordinator if you need a full scholarship.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/compassionate-presence/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181231T183000
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SUMMARY:Starting the New Year with Presence And Community - A week of practice\, beginning December 31st
DESCRIPTION:            \nAnnouncing a beautiful opportunity to practice together with friends. Let’s begin the new year mindfully\, in community\, in joy! \nMonday\, New Year’s Eve\, to Saturday\, January 6\, come and practice with friends and sangha at our center. Each event will feature meditation\, talks and other practices led by one of our teachers. \nThis year\, the week includes a New Year’s eve sit and celebration\, AND a day of mindfulness on Saturday\, January 5. \n\nMonday\, Dec 31\, 6:30-9:00 pm — New Years Eve program – practice and celebrate! with Beth Mulligan and Hugh O’Neill.\nTuesday\, Jan 1\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Jokai Blackwell\nWednesday\, Jan 2\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Larry Yang\nThursday\, Jan 3\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Cheryl Slean\nFriday\, Jan 4\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Lorene Jabola\nSaturday\, Jan 5\, 9:30-4:00pm\, Day of Mindfulness Practice with Ian Challis\n\nYou may attend all or any of the sessions. Please help us plan by registering below. Thank you! \nRegister\nCost:\nMonday to Friday evenings: $10 suggested donation\nSaturday Daylong: $45 suggested donation \nAll ICD events are offered on a donation basis\,\nwith no one turned away for lack of funds. \n 
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/new-year-of-presence/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190101T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190101T200000
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SUMMARY:Starting the New Year with Presence And Community - A week of practice\, beginning December 31st
DESCRIPTION:            \nAnnouncing a beautiful opportunity to practice together with friends. Let’s begin the new year mindfully\, in community\, in joy! \nMonday\, New Year’s Eve\, to Saturday\, January 6\, come and practice with friends and sangha at our center. Each event will feature meditation\, talks and other practices led by one of our teachers. \nThis year\, the week includes a New Year’s eve sit and celebration\, AND a day of mindfulness on Saturday\, January 5. \n\nMonday\, Dec 31\, 6:30-9:00 pm — New Years Eve program – practice and celebrate! with Beth Mulligan and Hugh O’Neill.\nTuesday\, Jan 1\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Jokai Blackwell\nWednesday\, Jan 2\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Larry Yang\nThursday\, Jan 3\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Cheryl Slean\nFriday\, Jan 4\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Lorene Jabola\nSaturday\, Jan 5\, 9:30-4:00pm\, Day of Mindfulness Practice with Ian Challis\n\nYou may attend all or any of the sessions. Please help us plan by registering below. Thank you! \nRegister\nCost:\nMonday to Friday evenings: $10 suggested donation\nSaturday Daylong: $45 suggested donation \nAll ICD events are offered on a donation basis\,\nwith no one turned away for lack of funds. \n 
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/new-year-of-presence-2/
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CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190102T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190102T200000
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SUMMARY:Starting the New Year with Presence And Community - A week of practice\, beginning December 31st
DESCRIPTION:            \nAnnouncing a beautiful opportunity to practice together with friends. Let’s begin the new year mindfully\, in community\, in joy! \nMonday\, New Year’s Eve\, to Saturday\, January 6\, come and practice with friends and sangha at our center. Each event will feature meditation\, talks and other practices led by one of our teachers. \nThis year\, the week includes a New Year’s eve sit and celebration\, AND a day of mindfulness on Saturday\, January 5. \n\nMonday\, Dec 31\, 6:30-9:00 pm — New Years Eve program – practice and celebrate! with Beth Mulligan and Hugh O’Neill.\nTuesday\, Jan 1\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Jokai Blackwell\nWednesday\, Jan 2\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Larry Yang\nThursday\, Jan 3\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Cheryl Slean\nFriday\, Jan 4\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Lorene Jabola\nSaturday\, Jan 5\, 9:30-4:00pm\, Day of Mindfulness Practice with Ian Challis\n\nYou may attend all or any of the sessions. Please help us plan by registering below. Thank you! \nRegister\nCost:\nMonday to Friday evenings: $10 suggested donation\nSaturday Daylong: $45 suggested donation \nAll ICD events are offered on a donation basis\,\nwith no one turned away for lack of funds. \n 
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/new-year-of-presence-2-2/
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CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190103T200000
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SUMMARY:Starting the New Year with Presence And Community - A week of practice\, beginning December 31st
DESCRIPTION:            \nAnnouncing a beautiful opportunity to practice together with friends. Let’s begin the new year mindfully\, in community\, in joy! \nMonday\, New Year’s Eve\, to Saturday\, January 6\, come and practice with friends and sangha at our center. Each event will feature meditation\, talks and other practices led by one of our teachers. \nThis year\, the week includes a New Year’s eve sit and celebration\, AND a day of mindfulness on Saturday\, January 5. \n\nMonday\, Dec 31\, 6:30-9:00 pm — New Years Eve program – practice and celebrate! with Beth Mulligan and Hugh O’Neill.\nTuesday\, Jan 1\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Jokai Blackwell\nWednesday\, Jan 2\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Larry Yang\nThursday\, Jan 3\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Cheryl Slean\nFriday\, Jan 4\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Lorene Jabola\nSaturday\, Jan 5\, 9:30-4:00pm\, Day of Mindfulness Practice with Ian Challis\n\nYou may attend all or any of the sessions. Please help us plan by registering below. Thank you! \nRegister\nCost:\nMonday to Friday evenings: $10 suggested donation\nSaturday Daylong: $45 suggested donation \nAll ICD events are offered on a donation basis\,\nwith no one turned away for lack of funds. \n 
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/new-year-of-presence-2-3/
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CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190104T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190104T200000
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SUMMARY:Starting the New Year with Presence And Community - A week of practice\, beginning December 31st
DESCRIPTION:            \nAnnouncing a beautiful opportunity to practice together with friends. Let’s begin the new year mindfully\, in community\, in joy! \nMonday\, New Year’s Eve\, to Saturday\, January 6\, come and practice with friends and sangha at our center. Each event will feature meditation\, talks and other practices led by one of our teachers. \nThis year\, the week includes a New Year’s eve sit and celebration\, AND a day of mindfulness on Saturday\, January 5. \n\nMonday\, Dec 31\, 6:30-9:00 pm — New Years Eve program – practice and celebrate! with Beth Mulligan and Hugh O’Neill.\nTuesday\, Jan 1\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Jokai Blackwell\nWednesday\, Jan 2\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Larry Yang\nThursday\, Jan 3\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Cheryl Slean\nFriday\, Jan 4\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Lorene Jabola\nSaturday\, Jan 5\, 9:30-4:00pm\, Day of Mindfulness Practice with Ian Challis\n\nYou may attend all or any of the sessions. Please help us plan by registering below. Thank you! \nRegister\nCost:\nMonday to Friday evenings: $10 suggested donation\nSaturday Daylong: $45 suggested donation \nAll ICD events are offered on a donation basis\,\nwith no one turned away for lack of funds. \n 
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/new-year-of-presence-2-4/
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CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190105T160000
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SUMMARY:Starting the New Year with Presence And Community - A week of practice\, beginning December 31st
DESCRIPTION:            \nAnnouncing a beautiful opportunity to practice together with friends. Let’s begin the new year mindfully\, in community\, in joy! \nMonday\, New Year’s Eve\, to Saturday\, January 6\, come and practice with friends and sangha at our center. Each event will feature meditation\, talks and other practices led by one of our teachers. \nThis year\, the week includes a New Year’s eve sit and celebration\, AND a day of mindfulness on Saturday\, January 5. \n\nMonday\, Dec 31\, 6:30-9:00 pm — New Years Eve program – practice and celebrate! with Beth Mulligan and Hugh O’Neill.\nTuesday\, Jan 1\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Jokai Blackwell\nWednesday\, Jan 2\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Larry Yang\nThursday\, Jan 3\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Cheryl Slean\nFriday\, Jan 4\, 6:30-8:00pm practice with Lorene Jabola\nSaturday\, Jan 5\, 9:30-4:00pm\, Day of Mindfulness Practice with Ian Challis\n\nYou may attend all or any of the sessions. Please help us plan by registering below. Thank you! \nRegister\nCost:\nMonday to Friday evenings: $10 suggested donation\nSaturday Daylong: $45 suggested donation \nAll ICD events are offered on a donation basis\,\nwith no one turned away for lack of funds. \n 
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/new-year-of-presence-2-5/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201705
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SUMMARY:A Half-Day retreat: Solid Foundation: Simple Practice with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:Please email ian@desertinsight.org to reserve your place for Saturday\, Feb 16\, 2019.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/solid-foundation-half-day/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephen Pickard":MAILTO:stephen@desertinsight.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201705
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SUMMARY:Daylong Retreat: Refuge for the Resistance with Leslie Booker
DESCRIPTION:The writer Audre Lorde said\, “The Master’s tools will never dismantle the master’s house.”\nAnd at times it might seem that we live in a world that only values the three poisons of Greed\, Hatred and Delusion. \nAs activists\, agitators and change makers\, many of us were taught that if we scream louder\, sleep less and are more burnt out\, then we would be held as the most devoted to the cause. And in response\, we might incline our thoughts\, words\, actions\, our hearts\, towards these poisons. \nWhat if we chose other tools to respond with? \nIn this daylong retreat\, we will practice with how to direct our thoughts and actions towards Loving Kindness\, to create the kind of heart that can hold the humanity of All Beings. Working with the Brahmaviharas\, we’ll utilize these practices to liberate the heart and build resiliency\, in order to transform rage and anger into skillful action. \nRegister\n \nInstructor: \nBooker brings her heart\, wisdom and compassion to the intersection of Dharma\, embodied wisdom\, and social justice. Working for over a decade with the most vulnerable populations in NYC\, she shares her expertise nationally as a public speaker\, Dharma teacher\, and trainer\, in the efforts to support the sustainability of front line changemakers. She is a graduate of Spirit Rock’s Mindful Yoga and Meditation Training (2012)\, Community Dharma Leader’s Training (2016)\, and will graduate from their 4 year Residential Teacher Training in 2020. Booker is a co-author of Best Practices for Yoga in a Criminal Justice Setting and contributed to the paper on Gender and Trauma through Georgetown Law’s Center on Poverty and Inequality. She is a co-founder of the Yoga Service Council at Omega Institute\, and the Meditation Working Group of Occupy Wall Street.  www.lesliebooker.com \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $55. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. There is a sliding scale and you may contact the event coordinator if you need a full scholarship.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/booker-daylong/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190615T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190615T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201705
CREATED:20190403T163248Z
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SUMMARY:Unplug and Tune-In: A Day of Mindfulness with Ian Challis
DESCRIPTION:Need a break from the busy-ness of life? Some time to reconnect to what is truly important and nourishing? \nSometimes we may find ourselves squeezing in our practice after everything else. On Saturday\, June 15\, let’s prioritize our practice\, let’s offer ourselves the space\, time and support to truly enjoy and explore mindfulness practice in the company of like-minded friends. \nThe focus of the day will be practice: plain and simple. The day will be similar to what you might experience on an extended residential retreat: alternating periods of walking\, sitting and heart meditations. There will be brief practical instructions\, and support with opportunities for questions. \nAll that is required is a willingness to show up\, and to practice the Buddha’s way of peace that leads to wisdom and an open heart. \nDoors open at 9:00 and practice begins at 9:30am. Please come early\, enjoy some tea and relax into the day. Please bring a packed lunch. Space is limited so please register soon! \n \nTeacher: Ian Challis is the Guiding Teacher of Insight Community of the Desert. After decades of interest in the dharma and meditation\, he embraced a committed Insight practice in 2005. Since then\, he has sat residential retreats and studied with many senior teachers. He is a founding board member of Insight Community of the Desert and leads the Desert Meditation Group in Rancho Mirage. Ian is a 2017 graduate of the Community Dharma Leader (CDL) training program at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. \nRegister \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $40 with a sliding scale. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana offering (voluntary donation) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. You may contact the event coordinator if you need a full scholarship.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/challis-daylong-6-15-19/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190810T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190810T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201705
CREATED:20190403T163248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200204T145314Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED:  Cool Off and Refresh During A Day of Practice with Lorene Jabola
DESCRIPTION:In the midst of a desert summer day\, we might find ourselves with unquenchable thirst\, overheated\, and exhausted. Under such conditions\, our practice might be off-kilter\, too! During this daylong our practice will be our focus as we caringly provide ourselves the space\, time\, and support to replenish mindfulness practice in the company of like-minded friends.\n\nThe theme of the day will be “Nibbana – Cooling Off.” The day will be similar to what one might experience on an extended residential retreat: alternating between periods of sitting\, walking\, Dharma reflections\, and heart meditations. There will be practical skills instructions and opportunities for questions/answers.\n\nCost: The registration fee for this event is $40 with a sliding scale. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana offering (voluntary donation) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.You may contact the event coordinator if you need a full scholarship.\nRegister \n\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n		 \n		\n			Teacher: Lorene M. Jabola\, PhD has been a student and practitioner of Buddhism since 1985. Her training as an educator and psychotherapist finds expression in teaching\, writing\, and consulting dedicated to awakening and finding one’s original voice. Her bi-cultural upbringing in the Philippines and Southern California\, education in Eastern and Western religious traditions and psychology\, and meditation practice in the Thai forest tradition infuse both personal and professional life. Lorene is a graduate of the Community Dharma Leaders Training Program (CDL4) at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. She is committed to supporting the development and growth of multicultural practitioners and leaders.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/jabola-daylong-8-10-19/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylongs,Featured,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190819T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T201705
CREATED:20190403T163248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T013112Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Sutta Study and the Dhammapada
DESCRIPTION:This introductory level series is designed to deepen understanding of Buddhist teachings through the wisdom practice of study. An introduction to skillful means (tools) for study will be applied to the investigation of the Dhammapada. The Dhammapada\, a collection of verses attributed to the Buddha\, is considered one of the masterpieces of early Buddhist literature.  \nThe heart practices of mindfulness and compassion are integrated with wisdom practice throughout the series. Participants will cultivate awareness of internal and external conditions that impact wisdom and heart practices.  \nThis series meets every 2 weeks starting on Monday\, June 10 from 7-8:30 pm. The subsequent dates are June 24\, July 8 and 22\, August 5 and 19. \nWho should attend: \n\nBeginning or experienced practitioners who are willing to make a commitment to attending 6 sessions.\n\n\nThose who are new to sutta study or those who want a refresher course \n\n\nRequired materials: The Dhammapada. While the sutta may be accessed on online\, it is strongly recommended participants obtain a hard copy prior to the first week of class.  Recommended translations of the Dhammapada (only one necessary) \n\n\nEaswaran\, E. (Trans.\, 1985). The Dhammapada. Tomales\, CA: Nilgiri Press. \n\n\nThanissaro Bhikkhu (Trans.\, 7th ed. Revised 2018). Dhammapada. Available by writing to the Metta Forest Monestary. You can print this booklist and mail it to the Monastery with the requested items circled or highlighted.  \n\n\n \nTeacher: Lorene M. Jabola\, PhD has been a student and practitioner of Buddhism since 1985. Her training as an educator and psychotherapist finds expression in teaching\, writing\, and consulting dedicated to awakening and finding one’s original voice. Her bi-cultural upbringing in the Philippines and Southern California\, education in Eastern and Western religious traditions and psychology\, and meditation practice in the Thai forest tradition infuse both personal and professional life.  Lorene is a graduate of the Community Dharma Leaders Training Program (CDL4) at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. She is committed to supporting the development and growth of multicultural practitioners and leaders.  \n  Register Now!  \nCost: Dana based. Suggested donation of $20 per session. We encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/intro-sutta-study-2019/2019-08-19/
LOCATION:Insight Community of the Desert\, 1111 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way\, Bldg C - 2nd Floor\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Featured,Special
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SUMMARY:Dhammapada and Its Commentary
DESCRIPTION:This advanced level series is designed to deepen understanding of Buddhist teachings through the wisdom practice of study. A review of skillful means (tools) covered in the introductory course will be provided. The focus text will be the Dhammapada\, a collection of verses attributed to the Buddha and considered one of the masterpieces of early Buddhist literature. To gain knowledge and understanding of the teachings’ historical and cultural background\, a companion commentary will be explored. \nThe heart practices of mindfulness and compassion are integrated with wisdom practice throughout the series. Participants will cultivate awareness of internal and external conditions that impact wisdom and heart practices.  \nThis series meets every 2 weeks starting on Monday\, June 17 from 7-8:30 pm. The subsequent dates are July 1\,15 and 29\, August 12 and 26. \nWho should attend: \n\n\nBeginning or experienced practitioners who are willing to make a commitment to attending 6 sessions. \n\n\nThose who have attended “Introduction to Sutta Study and the Dhammapada” or  \n\n\nThose who have undertaken other sutta studies \n\n\nRequired materials:  \nThe Dhammapada. While the sutta may be accessed on online\, it is strongly recommended participants obtain a hard copy prior to the first week of class. Recommended translations of the Dhammapada (only one necessary) \n\n\nEaswaran\, E. (Trans.\, 1985). The Dhammapada. Tomales\, CA: Nilgiri Press. \n\n\nThanissaro Bhikkhu (Trans.\, 7th ed. Revised 2018). Dhammapada. Available by writing to the Metta Forest Monastery. You can print this booklist and mail it to the Monastery with the requested items circled or highlighted.  \n\n\nThe Dhammapada and Its Commentary\, Bhikkhu Pesala (Ed.\, October 2018). Association for Insight Meditation: Aimwell.org \n \nTeacher: Lorene M. Jabola\, PhD has been a student and practitioner of Buddhism since 1985. Her training as an educator and psychotherapist finds expression in teaching\, writing\, and consulting dedicated to awakening and finding one’s original voice. Her bi-cultural upbringing in the Philippines and Southern California\, education in Eastern and Western religious traditions and psychology\, and meditation practice in the Thai forest tradition infuse both personal and professional life.  Lorene is a graduate of the Community Dharma Leaders Training Program (CDL4) at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. She is committed to supporting the development and growth of multicultural practitioners and leaders.  \nRegister Now! \nCost: Dana based. Suggested donation of $20 per session. We encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://desertinsight.org/event/advanced-sutta-study-2019-2/2019-08-26/
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SUMMARY:Relax Into Presence
DESCRIPTION:Stop Trying So Hard! Relax into Presence with Natural Awareness and Wisdom \nDiscover open awareness\, an easeful\, transformative practice from cushion to daily life. It is helpful for those of us who try too hard to achieve something in meditation\, those with restless attention that won’t settle down\, or those who have trouble relaxing into presence\, flow\, and heart wisdom. Open awareness is a form of mindfulness practice that naturally integrates into daily activities so that every moment of your life becomes an opportunity for insight and freedom. \nRegister \n  \nCheryl Slean has been practicing insight meditation intensively since 1995\, including hundreds of days of silent retreat. She was authorized to teach in 2007\, and teaches dharma classes and residential retreats worldwide. In the secular mindfulness world\, Cheryl has a Certification in Mindfulness Facilitation from UCLA and has taught at many community\, health & wellness\, addiction recovery and business settings as well as online with Mindful Schools. She has helped design research on the efficacy of meditation for chronic pain and developed associated trainings for healthcare professionals. Cheryl is also a writer\, filmmaker and educator in the arts and sustainability\, and is currently working on creative climate communication with the Natural Resources Defense Council. \nCost: The registration fee for this event is $45. This fee is shared with the teacher\, however does not mean the costs of the event or the teachings are fully covered. A dana (voluntary donations) may be made at the event\, and we encourage you to offer as much support of generosity as you are able. Please know that our policy is that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. There is a sliding scale and you may contact the event coordinator if you need a full scholarship.
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