Life in the Surf Zone
When we start a session of meditation, there’s usually a cacophony of thinking going on. Dozens of thoughts may be competing for our attention and the noise alone is enough
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Insight Oakland: Every Monday, 5:20 – 6:30 pm
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Meditation begins at 5:30 pm, followed by group discussion from 6-6:30. This is a welcoming, dana-based group familiar with the 12 steps. The group can chat from 5:20-5:30 and after 6:30.
Four Foundations of Mindfulness
All teaching is provided on a dana basis. Click here for more information about the ancient practice of dana.
When we start a session of meditation, there’s usually a cacophony of thinking going on. Dozens of thoughts may be competing for our attention and the noise alone is enough
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