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an opportunity to intensify every aspect of meditation practice.
They generally include periods of sitting and walking meditation
practice, Dharma talks, and question and answer periods. They
are designed for people relatively new to Vipassana as well
as people with extensive experience. Everyone is welcome. Please
bring a vegetarian bag lunch or plan to go out to eat in the
neighborhood.
If you are a beginning student, please see the section, Getting
Started which includes Beginners
Workshops.
The Guidelines for Participation
provides additional information about participating at CIMC. See
the Recommended Reading list
for readings on insight meditation.
We
accept registrations
by mail or in person. |
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Wise Speech: An Ongoing Investigation
Led by Narayan Liebenson Grady
In the Buddha's teachings of the Noble Eightfold Path, wise speech is considered an essential aspect of Vipassana practice. In this workshop, we will explore ways in which speech and communication become vehicles for developing awareness and insight instead of fostering pain and misunderstanding. This is part of an ongoing series of workshops on this subject; participation in previous Wise Speech workshops is not required. |
Date |
Day/Time |
Code |
Member
Fee |
Non-member
Fee |
March 15 |
Saturday
10 am - 4 pm |
CW205 |
$50 |
$65 |
Chillin’: Meditation for Teens and Young People (For ages 10-13)
Led by Maddy Klyne
These workshops for teens and young people include meditation instruction, sitting and walking practice, and group discussions. We will explore practical tools for relating with awareness to family, friends, school and yourself.
(For ages 10-13) |
Date |
Day/Time |
Code |
Member
Fee |
Non-member
Fee |
March 30 |
Sunday
10 am - 12 noon |
CW201 |
$10 |
$10 |
For ages 14-19 |
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March 30 |
Sunday
1 - 3 pm |
CW202 |
$10 |
$10 |
Compassion
Led by Narayan Liebenson Grady
Compassion is an inner quality that allows us to respond to pain and suffering in ourselves and in others with an open heart. In this workshop, we will focus on various ways to cultivate compassion in our lives. |
Date |
Day/Time |
Code |
Member
Fee |
Non-member
Fee |
April 19 |
Saturday
10 am - 4 pm |
CW397 |
$50 |
$65 |
The Power of Mindfulness
Led by Michael Liebenson Grady
Mindfulness is an innate power of mind that enables us to relate to the present moment with open-hearted attention and creative intelligence. In this workshop we will explore ways to strengthen mindfulness and let go of habitual attitudes and reactions, learning to live more fully in the here and now. |
Date |
Day/Time |
Code |
Member
Fee |
Non-member
Fee |
May 17 |
Saturday
10 am - 4 pm |
CW395 |
$50 |
$65 |
Making the Right Effort: Be Calm, Be Mindful, and Be Ready to Act
Led by George Mumford
Each moment is an opportunity for us to learn, grow, develop and experience being alive. The focus of this workshop will be on the process involved in making the right effort rather than the particulars of a given situation. |
Date |
Day/Time |
Code |
Member
Fee |
Non-member
Fee |
May 31 |
Saturday
10 am - 4 pm |
CW398 |
$50 |
$65 |
Learning How to Live, Learning How to Die: The Approach of Vipassana Meditation
Led by Larry Rosenberg
The Buddha encouraged the frequent contemplation of aging, sickness and death. Such meditation, concerned with intimate understanding of the great matter of life and death, can help us face and master our fears. It can also help us more fully appreciate the preciousness of a life inspired and guided by Dharma practice. |
Date |
Day/Time |
Code |
Member
Fee |
Non-member
Fee |
June 7 |
Saturday
10 am - 4 pm |
CW394 |
$50 |
$65 |
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Illness and the Dharma
Led by Reya Stevens
A sick person was one of the "heavenly messengers" that prompted the Buddha's search for freedom. Yet today, many of us with chronic and life-threatening illnesses find applying the Buddha’s teachings to our own experiences challenging. In this workshop, we will explore pragmatic perspectives on dharma and illness through talks, meditations and discussion, investigating possibilities for peace even in the midst of suffering that is inherently associated with serious health problems. This workshop is geared to anyone with chronic or life-threatening illness, or disability. Caregivers, loved ones and professionals in the field are also welcome to attend. Please make a special effort to use unscented products (including shampoo, lotion, etc.) so that our chemically-sensitive friends can attend. |
Date |
Day/Time |
Code |
Member
Fee |
Non-member
Fee |
June 28 |
Saturday
10 am - 5 pm |
CW396 |
$50 |
$65 |
Metta (Loving Kindness)
Led by Narayan Liebenson Grady
The Buddha taught Metta as an antidote to fear and anger. The systematic practice of Metta develops concentration and tranquility, strengthening the mind and softening the heart toward oneself and others.
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Date |
Day/Time |
Code |
Member
Fee |
Non-member
Fee |
July 12 |
Saturday
10 am - 5 pm |
CW393 |
$50 |
$65 |
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