ONLINE: Resilience and America’s Racial Karma

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

with Larry Ward and Peggy Rowe Ward Join Larry Ward and Peggy Rowe Ward for a time of deep nourishment, refreshment and reflection. We will begin with some somatic exercises followed by meditation. Then we will offer a total relaxation in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. Larry will offer a dharma talk and opportunity […]

ONLINE: 4 Divine Abodes in Challenging Times: A 1-Day Silent Retreat

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

with Rev. Liên Shutt As we continue to endeavor in creating a just and liberatory world in these shifting times, the teachings on the 4 Divine Abodes can help us stay centered and connected. Qualities of Kindness, Compassion, Inclusive Joy, and Equanimity can be hard to access when there’s internal or worldly turmoil. Practicing these […]

The Neuroscience of LovingKindness: A Focus Group

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

Open to teachers who teach loving-kindness/metta practices Your voice matters! Mapping the lived experiences of lovingkindness practice during times of uncertainty with Dr. Helen Weng and Dr. Ariana Thompson-Lastad Help increase the diversity of meditators represented in neuroscience! In a community-engaged research project with EBMC and UCSF, participate in a focus group to share your […]

Honoring Our Ancestors: Telling the Truth and Reclaiming Our Wisdom for BIPOC

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

for Black, Indigenous and People of Color  with Arisika Razak Based on who we are. . . what we’ve been through. . . how we survive and where we stand, we are on . . . sacred ground. We stand on the backs of our ancestors. -Ava DuVernay How are our lives informed by the […]

ONLINE: Strengthen & Soften

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

Strengthen & Soften with Jessy Zapanta Building a spiritual foundation from the core, using multi-modality movement and massage to ground in the moment. This isn’t your typical “core exercise” gym class—we will cultivate our inner fire slowly and with the invitation to let the body rest as needed. No prior registration is required. To join […]

ONLINE: Meditation & Movement: Creating Space in Your Body & Your Life

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

with Mushim Ikeda and Master Ellis Using practice, demonstrations, and discussions, this online retreat will use meditation and movement to explore how to create and maintain greater mindfulness and spiritual balance throughout the day. Simple meditation techniques are taught for a range of practitioners, especially beginners. Movements are taught standing, sitting and reclining, and are […]

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ONLINE: Strengthen & Soften

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

Strengthen & Soften with Jessy Zapanta Building a spiritual foundation from the core, using multi-modality movement and massage to ground in the moment. This isn’t your typical “core exercise” gym class—we will cultivate our inner fire slowly and with the invitation to let the body rest as needed. No prior registration is required. No mat […]

ONLINE: Embracing Change: Zen & the Art of Creating a Life You Want for People of Color

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

For Self Identified People of Color  Saturday, September 12th 9:30AM - 3:30PM PST with Rev. Liên Shutt At certain times in our lives, it can feel hard to know what to do. Are you at a point in your life in which you feel like it’s time for a change but not sure how to […]

Online: Honoring Our Ancestors

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

with Arisika Razak Based on who we are. . . what we’ve been through. . . how we survive and where we stand, we are on . . . sacred ground. We stand on the backs of our ancestors. -Ava DuVernay How are our lives informed by the actions of our ancestors - our lineage […]

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ONLINE: Potions for the Poisons: Heart Medicine for Our Times

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

A Four Class Series with Melvin Escobar Mondays, September 14th, 21st and 28th 7:00 - 8:30PM PST In the Buddhist teachings, the Three Poisons (greed, hatred, and delusion) are the primary causes of suffering. Arguably, these three poisons are more widespread than ever in our world. In this 3-week class series, we will explore these […]