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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Honoring the Past\, Writing the Future: An Online Retreat for All Self-Identified Black People
DESCRIPTION:An Online Retreat for Self-Identified Black People\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith shah noor hussein & Arisika Razak \nSaturday\, October 2nd \n10:00AM – 2:00PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nJoin us for a half day of storytelling\, dharma teachings\, meditative movement\, and art in which we compassionately examine our diverse personal histories\, celebrate our heritage\, and create new liberation stories through writing. We welcome ALL self-identified Black people and especially inviting queer\, trans*\, gender nonconforming\, gender neutral\, androgynous\, and nonbinary folks. Please bring writing and/or art supplies with you – as well as an object that represents your intentions for yourself as it relates to resilience\, healing\, and community. Utilizing the writings and wisdom of cis & trans* Black feminist artists\, we will set powerful intentions for the Fall season and reclaiming ourselves through ritual. This interactive workshop will include guided meditations\, breakout groups\, writing activities\, and other practices related to fostering self-exploration while deepening our self-love. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/21681/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Introduction to Mindfulness & Meditation
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Carol Cano\, Imee Contreras & Janet Roos \n\n\n\n\nMondays\, October 4th\, 11th\, 18th\, and 25th \n6:00 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nMindfulness is an ancient teaching that has proven to be more relevant and beneficial in these current times. It has been scientifically proven to improve empathy\, manage stress levels\, and increase present moment awareness. This course is ideal for those who want to begin meditation practice\, develop consistency\, or to revive a long-term practice.  \nBeginners and seasoned practitioners are all welcome to explore the basics of mindfulness\, establish a daily practice\, incorporate various meditation practices\, and embody a mindful lifestyle. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation/2021-10-04/
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Path of the Bodhisattva 1
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with Mushim Ikeda \nWednesdays\, October 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, and 27th \n6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nASL Interpretation and Closed Captioning Provided \nThis Buddhist curriculum at EBMC has three components: \n1. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 1 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Oct 6\, 13\, 20\, 27: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n2. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 2 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Nov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n3. Daylong: Receiving or Witnessing the Bodhisattva Precepts & Vows \nSunday\, December 19\, 2021: 10am – 5:00pm Pacific time \n*Separate registration is needed for each part of the Path of the Bodhisattva class series (Part I\, Part II + Precepts Ceremony). Participants interested in receiving the Bodhisattva Vows in Dec are required to take Part I + II of the class series. \nI\, myself\, took the Bodhisattva Vows and made the vow\, “Life after life\, after life\, after life\, I will continue my practice and continue my work.” – Bhante Suhita Dharma\, Buddhist monk and social worker\, 1941-2013 \nThese times are full of uncertainty and fear — and opportunities for spiritual breakthrough. In Mahayana Buddhism\, the Bodhisattva is an archetypal great being who tirelessly and joyfully works to liberate all beings from suffering. For the fourth time\, EBMC will offer two class series exploring what it means to creatively embody the Bodhisattva teachings. Those who complete both class series may participate in the final daylong and either witness or take Bodhisattva precepts and vows in order to strengthen their commitment to collective liberation. These are the same vows taken by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama. \nAlso\, those who do not wish to take the Bodhisattva vows may take either of the two class series. The final daylong is open to everyone who wishes to witness the joyful ceremony (you do not need to have taken any of the previous classes\, though it is recommended that you do so) and those who have completed the previous classes and have received permission from the teacher may receive the Bodhisattva Precepts\, take the Bodhisattva Vows\, and at that time they will receive a Buddhist name from the teacher. Meditation (instruction provided for beginners)\, Dharma talks\, and interactive exercises. Questions: email admin@eastbaymeditation.org \n\n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-path-of-the-bodhisattva-1/2021-10-06/
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SUMMARY:Belonging Through Lovingkindness
DESCRIPTION:Belonging Through Lovingkindness \nWith Noliwe Alexander and Kimber Simpkins \nSaturday\, October 9th 2021 10:00AM – 4:00PM PST \nTime Zone Converter – Closed Captioning Provided \nThere is no greater need we humans have than our need to belong\, but how do we enter our belonging from a place of authenticity and wholeness rather than grasping and inadequacy? Together we can explore both how to find ourselves at home wherever we are and how to meet our heart’s desire to live in belonging. Join us for a day of discovering what it means to belong to ourselves and each other through the lens of deep reflection and Lovingkindness practice. Starting wherever you are\, we’ll look at how to meet ourselves with friendliness in our own hearts and extend that grounded awareness into the world. In our time together you will gather tools to meet whatever arises in your daily life with inner kindness and a deep sense of connection. Let Noliwe Alexander and Kimber Simpkins-Nuccio guide you through Dharma teachings\, meditation\, movement practice\, and community sharing\, all grounded in loving awareness. \n \nRegistered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/belonging-through-lovingkindness/
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Introduction to Mindfulness & Meditation
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Carol Cano\, Imee Contreras & Janet Roos \n\n\n\n\nMondays\, October 4th\, 11th\, 18th\, and 25th \n6:00 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nMindfulness is an ancient teaching that has proven to be more relevant and beneficial in these current times. It has been scientifically proven to improve empathy\, manage stress levels\, and increase present moment awareness. This course is ideal for those who want to begin meditation practice\, develop consistency\, or to revive a long-term practice.  \nBeginners and seasoned practitioners are all welcome to explore the basics of mindfulness\, establish a daily practice\, incorporate various meditation practices\, and embody a mindful lifestyle. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation/2021-10-11/
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Path of the Bodhisattva 1
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with Mushim Ikeda \nWednesdays\, October 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, and 27th \n6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nASL Interpretation and Closed Captioning Provided \nThis Buddhist curriculum at EBMC has three components: \n1. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 1 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Oct 6\, 13\, 20\, 27: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n2. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 2 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Nov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n3. Daylong: Receiving or Witnessing the Bodhisattva Precepts & Vows \nSunday\, December 19\, 2021: 10am – 5:00pm Pacific time \n*Separate registration is needed for each part of the Path of the Bodhisattva class series (Part I\, Part II + Precepts Ceremony). Participants interested in receiving the Bodhisattva Vows in Dec are required to take Part I + II of the class series. \nI\, myself\, took the Bodhisattva Vows and made the vow\, “Life after life\, after life\, after life\, I will continue my practice and continue my work.” – Bhante Suhita Dharma\, Buddhist monk and social worker\, 1941-2013 \nThese times are full of uncertainty and fear — and opportunities for spiritual breakthrough. In Mahayana Buddhism\, the Bodhisattva is an archetypal great being who tirelessly and joyfully works to liberate all beings from suffering. For the fourth time\, EBMC will offer two class series exploring what it means to creatively embody the Bodhisattva teachings. Those who complete both class series may participate in the final daylong and either witness or take Bodhisattva precepts and vows in order to strengthen their commitment to collective liberation. These are the same vows taken by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama. \nAlso\, those who do not wish to take the Bodhisattva vows may take either of the two class series. The final daylong is open to everyone who wishes to witness the joyful ceremony (you do not need to have taken any of the previous classes\, though it is recommended that you do so) and those who have completed the previous classes and have received permission from the teacher may receive the Bodhisattva Precepts\, take the Bodhisattva Vows\, and at that time they will receive a Buddhist name from the teacher. Meditation (instruction provided for beginners)\, Dharma talks\, and interactive exercises. Questions: email admin@eastbaymeditation.org \n\n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-path-of-the-bodhisattva-1/2021-10-13/
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: “Come As You Are” Dharma: Self-Acceptance & Self-Improvement
DESCRIPTION:An Online Gathering\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Mushim Ikeda and Rev. Harry Gyokyo Bridge \nSaturday\, October 16th \n1o:00AM – 1:00PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nCan we accept and love ourselves as we are AND be open to positive change and transformation? This is a short and sweet introduction to accessible Jodo-Shinshu Amida Buddha and Nembutsu practices found in many predominantly Asian American temples. Join Rev. Harry Gyokyo Bridge of the Buddhist Church of Oakland and EBMC core teacher Mushim for a lively and interactive 3-hour class. No previous experience needed. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/21675/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Introduction to Mindfulness & Meditation
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Carol Cano\, Imee Contreras & Janet Roos \n\n\n\n\nMondays\, October 4th\, 11th\, 18th\, and 25th \n6:00 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nMindfulness is an ancient teaching that has proven to be more relevant and beneficial in these current times. It has been scientifically proven to improve empathy\, manage stress levels\, and increase present moment awareness. This course is ideal for those who want to begin meditation practice\, develop consistency\, or to revive a long-term practice.  \nBeginners and seasoned practitioners are all welcome to explore the basics of mindfulness\, establish a daily practice\, incorporate various meditation practices\, and embody a mindful lifestyle. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation/2021-10-18/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Path of the Bodhisattva 1
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with Mushim Ikeda \nWednesdays\, October 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, and 27th \n6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nASL Interpretation and Closed Captioning Provided \nThis Buddhist curriculum at EBMC has three components: \n1. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 1 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Oct 6\, 13\, 20\, 27: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n2. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 2 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Nov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n3. Daylong: Receiving or Witnessing the Bodhisattva Precepts & Vows \nSunday\, December 19\, 2021: 10am – 5:00pm Pacific time \n*Separate registration is needed for each part of the Path of the Bodhisattva class series (Part I\, Part II + Precepts Ceremony). Participants interested in receiving the Bodhisattva Vows in Dec are required to take Part I + II of the class series. \nI\, myself\, took the Bodhisattva Vows and made the vow\, “Life after life\, after life\, after life\, I will continue my practice and continue my work.” – Bhante Suhita Dharma\, Buddhist monk and social worker\, 1941-2013 \nThese times are full of uncertainty and fear — and opportunities for spiritual breakthrough. In Mahayana Buddhism\, the Bodhisattva is an archetypal great being who tirelessly and joyfully works to liberate all beings from suffering. For the fourth time\, EBMC will offer two class series exploring what it means to creatively embody the Bodhisattva teachings. Those who complete both class series may participate in the final daylong and either witness or take Bodhisattva precepts and vows in order to strengthen their commitment to collective liberation. These are the same vows taken by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama. \nAlso\, those who do not wish to take the Bodhisattva vows may take either of the two class series. The final daylong is open to everyone who wishes to witness the joyful ceremony (you do not need to have taken any of the previous classes\, though it is recommended that you do so) and those who have completed the previous classes and have received permission from the teacher may receive the Bodhisattva Precepts\, take the Bodhisattva Vows\, and at that time they will receive a Buddhist name from the teacher. Meditation (instruction provided for beginners)\, Dharma talks\, and interactive exercises. Questions: email admin@eastbaymeditation.org \n\n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-path-of-the-bodhisattva-1/2021-10-20/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211023T170000
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SUMMARY:Lama Rod Owens at East Bay Meditation Center
DESCRIPTION:East Bay Meditation Center warmly invites you to an evening with Lama Rod Owens!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 23rd \n5:00PM – 7:00PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nASL Interpretation & Closed Captioning Provided \nGoing to the Edge: Exploring the Dharma of Grief in Times of Struggle \nWe are living through a period of apocalypse\, a chaotic period of truth telling and unveiling. Many of us are struggling to make sense of the impact we are experiencing in our personal lives\, relationships\, and in our communities. \nTo move through this period\, we must rely on our capacity to grieve\, to touch into the sadness of change and loss and tend to it with compassion. In this compassion we can allow our hearts to break and in the breaking be held by the understanding that we are not alone in this grieving. \nOnce we allow ourselves to be in relationship with our grief\, then it can begin to teach us how to move through sorrow and hopelessness into clarity and connectedness. Yet most importantly\, our relationship to grief through compassion opens up the space for joy and gratitude. In this talk\, Lama Rod will explore this liberating relationship with grief through guided practice and discussion. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/lama-rod-owens-at-east-bay-meditation-center/
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Tai Chi:  Embodying the Elements
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Jenn Biehn\, nialla rose\, and Rosetta Saunders \n\n\n\n\nSunday\, October 24th \n10:00 – 11:30AM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nTai Chi Chih is an easy-to learn\, accessible and non-strenuous moving meditation. A form of Qi Gong\, Tai Chi Chih circulates and balances the chi or energy of the body. Embodying the elements – earth\, fire\, water\, air – while practicing Tai Chi – we connect with nature bringing healing to body-heart-mind. Movement will be taught standing and seated. As the veil between the world grows thin\, join us in embodying the elements.  \nCo-led by Jenn Biehn\, nialla rose\, and Rosetta Saunders who have been practicing this movement meditation together for over a year\, co-creating various ways of presenting Tai Chi and Qi Gong. Jenn has been a certified Tai Chi Chih teacher for over 30 years and is now training new folks to bring these practices into their communities. nialla is a member of the Order of Interbeing who shares dharma within movement to various sanghas and other groups. Rosetta is a drum artist using sacred rhythms for intergenerational healing and cross cultural ceremonial circles. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/21730/
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Introduction to Mindfulness & Meditation
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Carol Cano\, Imee Contreras & Janet Roos \n\n\n\n\nMondays\, October 4th\, 11th\, 18th\, and 25th \n6:00 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nMindfulness is an ancient teaching that has proven to be more relevant and beneficial in these current times. It has been scientifically proven to improve empathy\, manage stress levels\, and increase present moment awareness. This course is ideal for those who want to begin meditation practice\, develop consistency\, or to revive a long-term practice.  \nBeginners and seasoned practitioners are all welcome to explore the basics of mindfulness\, establish a daily practice\, incorporate various meditation practices\, and embody a mindful lifestyle. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation-2021-10-25/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211025T204500
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Opening the Heart Through The Buddha’s Teachings: Parents Meditation Group
DESCRIPTION:Opening the Heart Through the Buddha’s Teachings\nAn Online Meditation Group for Parents\nwith Lisa Fujie Parks \nMonday\, October 25th 2021 8:45PM – 9:45PM PST (Time Zone Converter)  \nClosed Captioning Provided. \nEBMC’s Family Practice Class teaching team will be offering a monthly parents’ meditation group for restoration\, support and connection during these challenging times. We offer a short talk\, guided meditation and sharing. We gather to create a safe refuge to share the joys and the challenges of caring for young people by cultivating loving-kindness\, compassion\, patience and generosity with the support of the sangha. We welcome all parents/grandparents/caregivers of young people to join us. No prior experience necessary.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-opening-the-heart-through-the-buddhas-teachings-parents-meditation-group-6/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211027T203000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Path of the Bodhisattva 1
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with Mushim Ikeda \nWednesdays\, October 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, and 27th \n6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nASL Interpretation and Closed Captioning Provided \nThis Buddhist curriculum at EBMC has three components: \n1. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 1 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Oct 6\, 13\, 20\, 27: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n2. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 2 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Nov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n3. Daylong: Receiving or Witnessing the Bodhisattva Precepts & Vows \nSunday\, December 19\, 2021: 10am – 5:00pm Pacific time \n*Separate registration is needed for each part of the Path of the Bodhisattva class series (Part I\, Part II + Precepts Ceremony). Participants interested in receiving the Bodhisattva Vows in Dec are required to take Part I + II of the class series. \nI\, myself\, took the Bodhisattva Vows and made the vow\, “Life after life\, after life\, after life\, I will continue my practice and continue my work.” – Bhante Suhita Dharma\, Buddhist monk and social worker\, 1941-2013 \nThese times are full of uncertainty and fear — and opportunities for spiritual breakthrough. In Mahayana Buddhism\, the Bodhisattva is an archetypal great being who tirelessly and joyfully works to liberate all beings from suffering. For the fourth time\, EBMC will offer two class series exploring what it means to creatively embody the Bodhisattva teachings. Those who complete both class series may participate in the final daylong and either witness or take Bodhisattva precepts and vows in order to strengthen their commitment to collective liberation. These are the same vows taken by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama. \nAlso\, those who do not wish to take the Bodhisattva vows may take either of the two class series. The final daylong is open to everyone who wishes to witness the joyful ceremony (you do not need to have taken any of the previous classes\, though it is recommended that you do so) and those who have completed the previous classes and have received permission from the teacher may receive the Bodhisattva Precepts\, take the Bodhisattva Vows\, and at that time they will receive a Buddhist name from the teacher. Meditation (instruction provided for beginners)\, Dharma talks\, and interactive exercises. Questions: email admin@eastbaymeditation.org \n\n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-path-of-the-bodhisattva-1/2021-10-27/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211103T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T031957
CREATED:20211008T030222Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Path of the Bodhisattva 2
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with Mushim Ikeda \nWednesdays\, November 3rd\, 10th\, 17th\, and 24th \n6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nASL Interpretation and Closed Captioning Provided \n\nThis is a continuation of the October Path of the Bodhisattva 1 class series. However\, newcomers are welcome to register. \n\nThis Buddhist curriculum at EBMC has three components: \n1. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 1 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Oct 6\, 13\, 20\, 27: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n2. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 2 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Nov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n3. Daylong: Receiving or Witnessing the Bodhisattva Precepts & Vows \nSunday\, December 19\, 2021: 10am – 5:00pm Pacific time \n*Separate registration is needed for each part of the Path of the Bodhisattva class series (Part I\, Part II + Precepts Ceremony). Participants interested in receiving the Bodhisattva Vows in Dec are required to take Part I + II of the class series. \nI\, myself\, took the Bodhisattva Vows and made the vow\, “Life after life\, after life\, after life\, I will continue my practice and continue my work.” – Bhante Suhita Dharma\, Buddhist monk and social worker\, 1941-2013 \nThese times are full of uncertainty and fear — and opportunities for spiritual breakthrough. In Mahayana Buddhism\, the Bodhisattva is an archetypal great being who tirelessly and joyfully works to liberate all beings from suffering. For the fourth time\, EBMC will offer two class series exploring what it means to creatively embody the Bodhisattva teachings. Those who complete both class series may participate in the final daylong and either witness or take Bodhisattva precepts and vows in order to strengthen their commitment to collective liberation. These are the same vows taken by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama. \nAlso\, those who do not wish to take the Bodhisattva vows may take either of the two class series. The final daylong is open to everyone who wishes to witness the joyful ceremony (you do not need to have taken any of the previous classes\, though it is recommended that you do so) and those who have completed the previous classes and have received permission from the teacher may receive the Bodhisattva Precepts\, take the Bodhisattva Vows\, and at that time they will receive a Buddhist name from the teacher. Meditation (instruction provided for beginners)\, Dharma talks\, and interactive exercises. Questions: email admin@eastbaymeditation.org \n\n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/21880/2021-11-03/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211106T160000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Cultivating Home in Our Hearts: A daylong for adult adoptees and fostered\, and/or child welfare system survivors
DESCRIPTION:A day of mindfulness\, music\, and inquiry for adult adoptees\, fostered\, and/or child welfare system survivors with Sean Feit Oakes\, PhD\, Amber Field Music\, and Fresh Lev White\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 6th \n10:00AM – 4:00PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nThis class is for us who experienced separation from birth families at early ages to explore the heart of the Buddha’s teachings: that pain and loss are built into life and are the seeds of wisdom and liberation. We’ll explore our experiences of family rupture\, discuss tools for cultivating self-love\, compassion\, and the cultivation of home in ourselves as a deep refuge. \nAll adult (18+) adoptees\, formerly foster home or system youth\, and any adult who were forced/separated from their birth family at young ages are welcome. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-cultivating-home-in-our-hearts-a-daylong-for-adult-adoptees-and-fostered-or-child-welfare-system-survivors/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211110T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211008T033431Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Path of the Bodhisattva 2
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with Mushim Ikeda \nWednesdays\, November 3rd\, 10th\, 17th\, and 24th \n6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nASL Interpretation and Closed Captioning Provided \n\nThis is a continuation of the October Path of the Bodhisattva 1 class series. However\, newcomers are welcome to register. \n\nThis Buddhist curriculum at EBMC has three components: \n1. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 1 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Oct 6\, 13\, 20\, 27: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n2. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 2 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Nov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n3. Daylong: Receiving or Witnessing the Bodhisattva Precepts & Vows \nSunday\, December 19\, 2021: 10am – 5:00pm Pacific time \n*Separate registration is needed for each part of the Path of the Bodhisattva class series (Part I\, Part II + Precepts Ceremony). Participants interested in receiving the Bodhisattva Vows in Dec are required to take Part I + II of the class series. \nI\, myself\, took the Bodhisattva Vows and made the vow\, “Life after life\, after life\, after life\, I will continue my practice and continue my work.” – Bhante Suhita Dharma\, Buddhist monk and social worker\, 1941-2013 \nThese times are full of uncertainty and fear — and opportunities for spiritual breakthrough. In Mahayana Buddhism\, the Bodhisattva is an archetypal great being who tirelessly and joyfully works to liberate all beings from suffering. For the fourth time\, EBMC will offer two class series exploring what it means to creatively embody the Bodhisattva teachings. Those who complete both class series may participate in the final daylong and either witness or take Bodhisattva precepts and vows in order to strengthen their commitment to collective liberation. These are the same vows taken by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama. \nAlso\, those who do not wish to take the Bodhisattva vows may take either of the two class series. The final daylong is open to everyone who wishes to witness the joyful ceremony (you do not need to have taken any of the previous classes\, though it is recommended that you do so) and those who have completed the previous classes and have received permission from the teacher may receive the Bodhisattva Precepts\, take the Bodhisattva Vows\, and at that time they will receive a Buddhist name from the teacher. Meditation (instruction provided for beginners)\, Dharma talks\, and interactive exercises. Questions: email admin@eastbaymeditation.org \n\n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/21880/2021-11-10/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211117T203000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Path of the Bodhisattva 2
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with Mushim Ikeda \nWednesdays\, November 3rd\, 10th\, 17th\, and 24th \n6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nASL Interpretation and Closed Captioning Provided \n\nThis is a continuation of the October Path of the Bodhisattva 1 class series. However\, newcomers are welcome to register. \n\nThis Buddhist curriculum at EBMC has three components: \n1. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 1 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Oct 6\, 13\, 20\, 27: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n2. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 2 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Nov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n3. Daylong: Receiving or Witnessing the Bodhisattva Precepts & Vows \nSunday\, December 19\, 2021: 10am – 5:00pm Pacific time \n*Separate registration is needed for each part of the Path of the Bodhisattva class series (Part I\, Part II + Precepts Ceremony). Participants interested in receiving the Bodhisattva Vows in Dec are required to take Part I + II of the class series. \nI\, myself\, took the Bodhisattva Vows and made the vow\, “Life after life\, after life\, after life\, I will continue my practice and continue my work.” – Bhante Suhita Dharma\, Buddhist monk and social worker\, 1941-2013 \nThese times are full of uncertainty and fear — and opportunities for spiritual breakthrough. In Mahayana Buddhism\, the Bodhisattva is an archetypal great being who tirelessly and joyfully works to liberate all beings from suffering. For the fourth time\, EBMC will offer two class series exploring what it means to creatively embody the Bodhisattva teachings. Those who complete both class series may participate in the final daylong and either witness or take Bodhisattva precepts and vows in order to strengthen their commitment to collective liberation. These are the same vows taken by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama. \nAlso\, those who do not wish to take the Bodhisattva vows may take either of the two class series. The final daylong is open to everyone who wishes to witness the joyful ceremony (you do not need to have taken any of the previous classes\, though it is recommended that you do so) and those who have completed the previous classes and have received permission from the teacher may receive the Bodhisattva Precepts\, take the Bodhisattva Vows\, and at that time they will receive a Buddhist name from the teacher. Meditation (instruction provided for beginners)\, Dharma talks\, and interactive exercises. Questions: email admin@eastbaymeditation.org \n\n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/21880/2021-11-17/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211122T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T031957
CREATED:20211014T160615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211202T032108Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Metta in Action - The balm for all maladies
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with vimalasara mason-john \nMondays November 22nd\, 29th & December 6th & 13th\, 2021 \n6:00 – 7:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \n\n\nIndividually and together we will create a space of metta\, friendliness towards ourselves and all other beings. When we are unable to cultivate the balm of friendliness and or loving kindness to another being we will remove the RUST from our minds so we can give ourselves a taste of freedom. RUST is a practice I have developed to work with the blocked\, the hurt\, the activated mind. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/21903/2021-11-22/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211122T204500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211122T214500
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Opening the Heart Through The Buddha’s Teachings: Parents Meditation Group
DESCRIPTION:Opening the Heart Through the Buddha’s Teachings\nAn Online Meditation Group for Parents\nwith Ramona Lisa Ortiz-Smith \nMonday\, November 22nd 2021 8:45PM – 9:45PM PST (Time Zone Converter)  \nClosed Captioning Provided. \nEBMC’s Family Practice Class teaching team will be offering a monthly parents’ meditation group for restoration\, support and connection during these challenging times. We offer a short talk\, guided meditation and sharing. We gather to create a safe refuge to share the joys and the challenges of caring for young people by cultivating loving-kindness\, compassion\, patience and generosity with the support of the sangha. We welcome all parents/grandparents/caregivers of young people to join us. No prior experience necessary.
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LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211124T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211124T203000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Path of the Bodhisattva 2
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with Mushim Ikeda \nWednesdays\, November 3rd\, 10th\, 17th\, and 24th \n6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nASL Interpretation and Closed Captioning Provided \n\nThis is a continuation of the October Path of the Bodhisattva 1 class series. However\, newcomers are welcome to register. \n\nThis Buddhist curriculum at EBMC has three components: \n1. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 1 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Oct 6\, 13\, 20\, 27: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n2. A four-class series: Path of the Bodhisattva 2 \nWednesdays in 2021\, Nov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24: 6:30 – 8:30pm PST \n3. Daylong: Receiving or Witnessing the Bodhisattva Precepts & Vows \nSunday\, December 19\, 2021: 10am – 5:00pm Pacific time \n*Separate registration is needed for each part of the Path of the Bodhisattva class series (Part I\, Part II + Precepts Ceremony). Participants interested in receiving the Bodhisattva Vows in Dec are required to take Part I + II of the class series. \nI\, myself\, took the Bodhisattva Vows and made the vow\, “Life after life\, after life\, after life\, I will continue my practice and continue my work.” – Bhante Suhita Dharma\, Buddhist monk and social worker\, 1941-2013 \nThese times are full of uncertainty and fear — and opportunities for spiritual breakthrough. In Mahayana Buddhism\, the Bodhisattva is an archetypal great being who tirelessly and joyfully works to liberate all beings from suffering. For the fourth time\, EBMC will offer two class series exploring what it means to creatively embody the Bodhisattva teachings. Those who complete both class series may participate in the final daylong and either witness or take Bodhisattva precepts and vows in order to strengthen their commitment to collective liberation. These are the same vows taken by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama. \nAlso\, those who do not wish to take the Bodhisattva vows may take either of the two class series. The final daylong is open to everyone who wishes to witness the joyful ceremony (you do not need to have taken any of the previous classes\, though it is recommended that you do so) and those who have completed the previous classes and have received permission from the teacher may receive the Bodhisattva Precepts\, take the Bodhisattva Vows\, and at that time they will receive a Buddhist name from the teacher. Meditation (instruction provided for beginners)\, Dharma talks\, and interactive exercises. Questions: email admin@eastbaymeditation.org \n\n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/21880/2021-11-24/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211129T193000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Metta in Action - The balm for all maladies
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with vimalasara mason-john \nMondays November 22nd\, 29th & December 6th & 13th\, 2021 \n6:00 – 7:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \n\n\nIndividually and together we will create a space of metta\, friendliness towards ourselves and all other beings. When we are unable to cultivate the balm of friendliness and or loving kindness to another being we will remove the RUST from our minds so we can give ourselves a taste of freedom. RUST is a practice I have developed to work with the blocked\, the hurt\, the activated mind. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/21903/2021-11-29/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Embodying Freedom for Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC)
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Erika Lyla and René Rivera \nWednesdays\, December 1st\, 8th\, 15th\, and 22nd \n6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nIn this four week class series we will use the tools of meditation and somatic practice to work through the body to understand what has shaped us\, and how we can rely on the body as a ground of connection and support for the work of social justice. We will practice together as Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) to feel ourselves and the world more deeply\, and to make new choices in alignment with our longings. In community\, we will explore re-establishing safety\, boundaries\, contradictions and trauma healing. This class brings the work of Generative Somatics into our dharma practice. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/23502/2021-12-01/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Somatics for Racial Justice for White Practitioners
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Amanda Ream and Paul Ciske \nWednesdays\, December 1st\, 8th\, 15th\, and 22nd \n7:00 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nThis class will strengthen your relationship with your body in taking action towards racial justice using the methodology of Generative Somatics. Somatics is a path to embodied transformation—change that shows up in our actions\, ways of being\, relating\, and perceiving. This practice supports us to align our values and actions\, and create the capacity to feel ourselves\, each other\, and life around us. In this class we will be in practice together to support our embodied transformation towards more safety\, dignity and belonging\, guided by our commitment to racial justice as white spiritual practitioners. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-somatics-for-racial-justice-for-white-practioners/2021-12-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211206T193000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Metta in Action - The balm for all maladies
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with vimalasara mason-john \nMondays November 22nd\, 29th & December 6th & 13th\, 2021 \n6:00 – 7:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \n\n\nIndividually and together we will create a space of metta\, friendliness towards ourselves and all other beings. When we are unable to cultivate the balm of friendliness and or loving kindness to another being we will remove the RUST from our minds so we can give ourselves a taste of freedom. RUST is a practice I have developed to work with the blocked\, the hurt\, the activated mind. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/21903/2021-12-06/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Embodying Freedom for Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC)
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Erika Lyla and René Rivera \nWednesdays\, December 1st\, 8th\, 15th\, and 22nd \n6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nIn this four week class series we will use the tools of meditation and somatic practice to work through the body to understand what has shaped us\, and how we can rely on the body as a ground of connection and support for the work of social justice. We will practice together as Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) to feel ourselves and the world more deeply\, and to make new choices in alignment with our longings. In community\, we will explore re-establishing safety\, boundaries\, contradictions and trauma healing. This class brings the work of Generative Somatics into our dharma practice. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/23502/2021-12-08/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Somatics for Racial Justice for White Practitioners
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Amanda Ream and Paul Ciske \nWednesdays\, December 1st\, 8th\, 15th\, and 22nd \n7:00 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nThis class will strengthen your relationship with your body in taking action towards racial justice using the methodology of Generative Somatics. Somatics is a path to embodied transformation—change that shows up in our actions\, ways of being\, relating\, and perceiving. This practice supports us to align our values and actions\, and create the capacity to feel ourselves\, each other\, and life around us. In this class we will be in practice together to support our embodied transformation towards more safety\, dignity and belonging\, guided by our commitment to racial justice as white spiritual practitioners. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/online-somatics-for-racial-justice-for-white-practioners/2021-12-08/
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: The Four Noble Truths: Foundations of Equitable Interpersonal Mindfulness\, Racial Justice and Belonging Together
DESCRIPTION:An Online Gathering with Rhonda Magee\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 11th \n10:00AM – 1:00PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nAmong the most widely known teachings of the historical Buddha is his description of the Four Noble Truths\, which might be viewed as a 2500-year-old diagnosis of the causes of suffering and a prescription for ending it. The inherently unstable nature of race and the persistence of racism comprises untold amounts of suffering and distress in our times. For some of us\, this kind of suffering is direct\, personal and apparent on a daily basis. For others\, indeed\, it is much less so\, to the point of being virtually invisible and therefore difficult to see\, or even to believe that it exists. Still\, if we are willing to open up our perceptive capabilities in this direction\, our daily experiences give us first-hand access to insight into the first noble truth – there is dissatisfaction and distress – and helps us see that\, for human beings in the contemporary world\, part of that suffering is what might be called “racial suffering.” \nHow might our practices – separately and together — provide a path toward liberation from racial suffering and enhancing our sense of inherent belonging and just community? In this half-day retreat (10 am to 1 pm)\, Rhonda Magee will support you in exploring or deepening practices for awakening to and experiencing liberation from the harms of racism in our lives; and\, opening up room to breathe around and through the notion of race at its core. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/23847/
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Metta in Action - The balm for all maladies
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series with vimalasara mason-john \nMondays November 22nd\, 29th & December 6th & 13th\, 2021 \n6:00 – 7:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \n\n\nIndividually and together we will create a space of metta\, friendliness towards ourselves and all other beings. When we are unable to cultivate the balm of friendliness and or loving kindness to another being we will remove the RUST from our minds so we can give ourselves a taste of freedom. RUST is a practice I have developed to work with the blocked\, the hurt\, the activated mind. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/21903/2021-12-13/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Embodying Freedom for Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC)
DESCRIPTION:An Online Class Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Erika Lyla and René Rivera \nWednesdays\, December 1st\, 8th\, 15th\, and 22nd \n6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter) –  \nClosed Captioning Provided \nIn this four week class series we will use the tools of meditation and somatic practice to work through the body to understand what has shaped us\, and how we can rely on the body as a ground of connection and support for the work of social justice. We will practice together as Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) to feel ourselves and the world more deeply\, and to make new choices in alignment with our longings. In community\, we will explore re-establishing safety\, boundaries\, contradictions and trauma healing. This class brings the work of Generative Somatics into our dharma practice. \n\n\n\n\n \nAll registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email. 
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/23502/2021-12-15/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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