We are a non-sectarian Buddhist organization. The core of our vision is to communicate Buddhist teachings on how to eliminate pain and suffering, build a community of meditators in the West Los Angeles area, and develop innovative ways to share our work. We teach mindfulness meditation classes grounded in the early Pali canon of the Theravada tradition. Mindfulness meditation classes or insight meditation classes assist us to increase our capacity to cultivate attention in a focused way. Our min …

A donation based meditation workshop offered on the 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month at a charming private studio in Santa Monica off Colorado near Centinela. Stephanie Nash has been a chief facilitator with Shinzen Young for over a decade and combines his teachings with other methods - for the purpose of creating more Ease, Clarity, Focus and Presence in one's life. Each meeting is a different exploration of our experience of body, mind, external sight & sound - and sometimes movement. Open t …

Mindfulness Meditation is a tool that can enhance and benefit one's life. It has been used to reduce stress in one's life, heal trauma and emotions, as well as contribute to the development of one's spiritual path. This group is meant to offer information and events that relate to the cultivation of Awareness and Mindfulness in one's everyday life through meditation and other contemplative tools. Events listed will be in the southern California area.

… During the workshops we will: Practice guided meditation to still the mind learn to identify and question stressful thoughts through the still mind consider and experience the opposite of your stressful thinking   learn how to facilitate yourself using The Work's four questions and turnarounds   take home a powerful tool that can help you live with clarity and integrity  Come join us for guided meditation,  Inquiry and self discovery in a safe and supportive environment.   Group Moderat …

… It’s been demonstrated that mindfulness, light exercise, meditation, and emotional release can eliminate migraine pain. Unfortunately, traditional medical treatment only masks the pain symptoms. Healthy relief starts with identifying emotional stress and joint/muscle imbalances. GOOD BYE PAIN, HELLO BLISS This group offers real hands-on training with two experts who have personally overcome this debilitating syndrome. The training helps you to personally manage and prevent migraines from h …

This is an established meditation group running for more than 5 years opening up to new members using meetup.com. We are an intimate group that is non-dogmatic, non-sectarian and primarily focused on meditation practice and sutta study. The group meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at a private residence in Los Feliz near Griffith Park. Meetings consist of a 25 minute silent meditation followed by a 40 minute dharma/sutta talk led by Sunim Hye Wol, followed by another 25 minute sit. Aft …

You've heard about the benefits of meditation - less stress, less tension, less anxiety and more JOY - but haven't tried it yet! Why?  Or you're already meditating but looking for new ways to deepen your practice. Great!  Come see what meditation can do for you. These bimonthly sessions include a guided meditation, some talk about what meditation is all about, and discussion on how we can take our meditation practice from the cushion into the rest of our day. Awesome!  

Hosted by Darcy Lubbers, this group is a community, by-donation, drop-in group, and has been meeting for over 10 years. Everyone is welcome! Please send an email to Darcy@magicofhealing.com to receive a monthly email reminder, or call 310.452.7799. Group includes gentle yoga stretches to prepare for meditation, then 30 minutes of silent meditation, and a sharing group with tea and fruit. Darcy Lubbers also offers classes Santa Monica in Primordial Sound Meditation and Stress Reduction th …

A group of Like minded individuals that are interested in Healing others as well as ourselves. Meditation is another way to communicate with oneself. You create and develope a sense of oneness as you go deeper with in and beyond physical. Everyone is welcome to participate young, old, middle age, red, blue green... everyone is welcome! As we unite to create peace and happiness within ourselves, we will also create peace and happiness around the world

This Los Angeles group meets to meditate, take classes (archery, flower arranging, spiritual practices). People who want more depth and sanity in their lives should join. Learn to meditate and naturally grow your confidence, mindful awareness, and compassion. Free guided instruction and dharma talks available to the public at our Eagle Rock center and Westside group, and now in Carpinteria. We also offer a wide variety of classes and programs in meditation, Buddhist and Shambhala teachings, and …

All are welcome, no experience necessary. Experience the eight limbs of yoga practice according to Patanjali's Yoga Sutras: ethical discipline, personal purification, posture, breath control, sense withdrawal, concentration, meditation and freedom. Gentle, healing movements promote healing and energy for mind, body, and spirit.

I have opened “Meditation for Life” group to bring like minded people together to meet for meditation, healing and spiritual growth in a safe environment. This group is intended for all leveled individuals, however the most important part of this group is for everyone to start where ever they are at, no matter if you are a beginner, intermediate or advance. Whichever level you find yourself in at this moment it does not matter because we are meeting in order to learn from each other and to grow …

I have created this Meditation Group for like minded people from all walks of life to come together and enjoy the benefits of meditation. The ultimate in stress reduction, meditation is easily learned so there is no experience necessary to join. Each week is different and we'll have discussions, guest speakers and of course experience the power of meditation in as group.

This is a group created to bring individuals together that would love to do activities, classes, and workshops to better their lives and liberate their mind, body and soul. We will be doing group mediation classes, Reiki nights, yoga, hiking, tai chi, spiritual and growth game nights, NLP and hypnosis workshops and soooo much more!! You should join if you have a desire to be active and work on yourself. Or you are just interested in the above actives and want to learn and experience more.

Why meditate? We live in a highly demanding, competitive, and ever-changing world. People are looking for ways to handle the stressors and have a sense of control over their lives. Meditation can be the answer. Meditation is not only for quieting and relaxing the mind. It is for creating what you want in life. Yet meditation seems hard for most people. Why? Because the mind wanders, the body gets restless, and time pressure creeps in. If you want to meditate but can’t or don’t know how, join The …

You are invited to join us in our daily meditation practice. We sit Monday trough Friday at 'Against The Stream' - a great place to sit. Pillows are provided as well as some guidance if you need some. All techniques are welcome (just no chanting for obvious reasons). It's a great way to start the day and it's free.