Introduction to Kingian Nonviolence Conflict Reconciliation

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

with Sierra Pickett and Chris Moore Blackman  This two-day training will provide participants with a comprehensive introduction to the philosophy and strategy of Kingian Nonviolence. This training is useful for anyone who deals with conflict: inter-personal or larger social conflicts, whether in your personal life, in the workplace, or in your work for social change. […]

Liberation: A True Refuge

Liberation: A True Refuge

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

A seeker’s path to healing and awakening For LGBTQIA Identified with Carol Cano “Freedom is not given to us by anyone; we have to cultivate it ourselves. It is a practice.” Thich Nhat Hanh This three-week series will give a basic understanding and overview of the essential Buddhist teachings and practices of mindfulness meditation. We […]

Teen Sangha: Fall Session

Teen Sangha: Fall Session

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

EBMC Teen Sangha Fall 2018 Wednesdays, September 5th to December 5th 7:00 pm – 8:45PM pm EBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens, ages 14-19 Led by Syra Smith, Nirali Shah, Anthony Maes, Raul Betancourt and Sarwang Parikh Our focus is on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other, having fun, […]

Practicing “Letting Go” with Forgiveness & Goodwill

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

with Keiryū Liên Shutt Impermanence is part of life. We want “to move on” through wishing ourselves or another well, yet it’s hard to do. The thought of “sending goodwill” is nice but it may seem insurmountable. This 1-day workshop and retreat provides a gentle container to foster letting go of old hurts and pains. […]

Teen Sangha: Fall Session

Teen Sangha: Fall Session

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

EBMC Teen Sangha Fall 2018 Wednesdays, September 5th to December 5th 7:00 pm – 8:45PM pm EBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens, ages 14-19 Led by Syra Smith, Nirali Shah, Anthony Maes, Raul Betancourt and Sarwang Parikh Our focus is on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other, having fun, […]

Opening the Heart Through the Buddha’s Teachings: Family Practice

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

with Keisha Turner and Shahara Godfrey Assisted by Julie Goshe We invite you to come and help create the diverse family sangha at EBMC. We welcome families with babies, toddlers, and children up to age 13. Children under 5 will need to have a parent/caregiver stay with them. This class features training on “Family Tea […]

Teen Sangha: Fall Session

Teen Sangha: Fall Session

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

EBMC Teen Sangha Fall 2018 Wednesdays, September 5th to December 5th 7:00 pm – 8:45PM pm EBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens, ages 14-19 Led by Syra Smith, Nirali Shah, Anthony Maes, Raul Betancourt and Sarwang Parikh Our focus is on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other, having fun, […]

Got FOMO? The Contentment of Renunciation

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

A daylong retreat open to all with Mushim Ikeda Do you have Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)? If you commit to making progress in your meditation practice, what about the vacation you could be taking, the movies you could be watching, or the parties you could be going to? Because modern life involves constant stimulation […]

Teen Sangha: Fall Session

Teen Sangha: Fall Session

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

EBMC Teen Sangha Fall 2018 Wednesdays, September 5th to December 5th 7:00 pm – 8:45PM pm EBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens, ages 14-19 Led by Syra Smith, Nirali Shah, Anthony Maes, Raul Betancourt and Sarwang Parikh Our focus is on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other, having fun, […]

Teen Sangha: Fall Session

Teen Sangha: Fall Session

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

EBMC Teen Sangha Fall 2018 Wednesdays, September 5th to December 5th 7:00 pm – 8:45PM pm EBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens, ages 14-19 Led by Syra Smith, Nirali Shah, Anthony Maes, Raul Betancourt and Sarwang Parikh Our focus is on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other, having fun, […]