The Foundation Program (FP) is a structured program designed for practitioners who wish to deepen their Dharma study and meditation practice. Through listening, contemplating, and engaging in meditations and group discussions, foundation program students can increase their wisdom, Dharma experience and develop meaningful spiritual relationships. We go deeper than in drop-in General Program classes because each class […]
Explore meditations and new ways of thought to become fearless in the face of anxiety and to deal with negative emotions more confidently and effectively.
Buddha taught a systematic method of understanding the causes and solutions to the difficulties we encounter in our daily lives. This series will be based on the book, “How to Transform Your Life,” by Geshe Kelsang Gyato. Please join us as we explore and meditate on the true meaning of our human existence. Everyone is welcome! […]
What is the rarest and most valuable commodity in life? What is it that we wish for, strive for, and daydream about? If we check, most of our time is spent searching for things that are valuable - a promotion, a property, a partner. And while all of these things can make us happy for […]
Everyone wants to feel happy and be free from suffering, but finding happiness can seem elusive. Buddhist teachings tell us that this is because we are confused about the true source of happiness. While we often look for it in external circumstances, real happiness can only be found by going deeper into ourselves. In this […]
Join us to examine our difficult daily situations and to learn tools to guide us towards positive solutions. This is a practical class where we have the opportunity to examine our problems together and to use the wisdom of Buddha’s teachings to progress on our spiritual journey. Drop-in Class- Open to all. Everyone Welcome! Teacher: […]
This practice is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism. In the first part we visualize our Spiritual Guide as Je Tsongkhapa and make prayers and requests to purify negativity, accumulate merit, and receive blessings. This prepares our mind for meditation. After the meditation we make prayers to our Dharma Protector, Dorje Shugden. Through this we […]
We may hope to increase our happiness, peace, tolerance or patience. Or we may wish to reduce our pain, frustration, worry or anger. We can learn to fulfill these wishes and thereby to transform our life by learning and following what Buddha described as six signs of progress in training our mind. Using these indicators, […]
In these dog days of summer 😉 find your inner cool! Learn the basics of meditation Bring balance, peace and clarity into your life Reduce stress and gain the ability to cope with daily challenges Everyone is welcome! Teacher: Edgar Mills Day: July 16, 23, 30 Time: 7-8pm Format: IN-PERSON ONLY Cost: $15 / free for supporting members Phone: (631) 549-1000 […]
Allow the stress and pressure of your day to melt away during this hour-long Dharma teaching and guided meditation. Afterwards, you'll return to the activities of your daily life feeling refreshed and nourished from contemplating Buddha's practical wisdom and receiving encouragement from sangha friends. After class, join us for an experience of community and a […]
The Foundation Program (FP) is a structured program designed for practitioners who wish to deepen their Dharma study and meditation practice. Through listening, contemplating, and engaging in meditations and group discussions, foundation program students can increase their wisdom, Dharma experience and develop meaningful spiritual relationships. We go deeper than in drop-in General Program classes because each class […]
Green Tara is a female Buddha, whose name means Rescuer. She is the embodiment of swift compassion. If we rely upon Tara sincerely and with strong faith, she will protect us from all obstacles and fulfill all our wishes.
Whenever we are prevented from fulfilling our wishes, forced into a situation we dislike, or have to put up with something we would rather avoid, our uncontrolled mind immediately feels unhappy. Since it is impossible to fulfill all our desires or to stop unwanted situations from arising, we need to find a different way of […]
Experience love without pain through a deeper, enduring connection. Explore cultivating a wisdom-based love that transcends specific relationships, focusing instead on a joyful state of mind that can be maintained daily. Through guided meditations, insightful talks, and interactive discussions, learn how to nurture this "inner diamond" of love, promoting personal growth and harmony without conflict. […]