Whether we are on the front lines of a war zone or on the front lines in our community, maintaining inner peace in the face of suffering is our biggest challenge. Many of us have answered the call to serve and are working on meaningful issues with a strong desire to help. But exactly how are we helping? Are we meeting rage and hopelessness with more rage and hopelessness? Or have we become burned out or numb in the face of overwhelming need? In this daylong we will explore ways to keep the Buddha’s teaching alive in our pursuit to create positive change in the world. The day will include meditation, music, group discussion and relevant talks on the theme of the day.
Registration: Registration is required and space is limited. To register, please click on the following link to fill out a registration survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MWL8BM3
Cost: The teachings are offered without charge. You will be invited to support the teachings and our efforts by choosing your own level of voluntary donations (the practice of "Dana", or Generosity) to support the expenses of the East Bay Meditation Center and the teacher. (See "Dana" on the About EBMC page.)
Out of respect for people with environmental illnesses, please do not wear fragrance or scented products, or clothing laundered with fragrance products, to these classes and the daylong.
EBMC is wheelchair accessible, located on major bus lines, and only two blocks from the 19th Street BART station
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Founded in a celebration of diversity, the East Bay Meditation Center welcomes everyone seeking to end suffering and cultivate happiness. Our mission is to foster liberation, personal and interpersonal healing, social action, and inclusive community building. We offer mindfulness practices and teachings on wisdom and compassion from Buddhist and other spiritual traditions. Rooted in our commitment to diversity, we operate with transparent democratic governance, generosity-based economics, and environmental sustainability.