Meditation and Buddhism | Triratna Buddhist Community
Between 21st and 22nd in the Mission district, Bartelett street runs parallel to and between Mission and Valencia.
Our morning meditations are open to anyone with a meditation practice. There is no instruction, just bells at the beginning and end, and the support of our shared practice. Doors open 7:20am and lock at 7:30 – if you arrive late and the door is locked please do not interrupt the meditation – come back next time!
Meditation in the World - part of our Buddhist Action Month series.
This is an opportunity to take our practice outside and commune with nature. Starting at 10am we will meet in Dolores Park. Look for us on the grass above the tennis courts near the corner of 18th and Dolores St. Mats and cushions are provided. Please bring your own blankets, sunscreen, water, hat, and weather appropriate clothing. We will do a sit, walk, sit. Then share in a vegetarian potluck lunch. Please register so we know how many cushions to bring.
Mindfulness is the ability to give our undivided attention to the present moment and to wholeheartedly engage with what needs doing. It enhances all experience. In this course we will learn how to apply mindfulness to our day-to-day activities and bring greater joy, depth, and spaciousness into our lives. No experience necessary.
Based on the book: Life with Full Attention: A Practical Course in Mindfulness, by Maitreyabandhu.
Would you like to experience the many benefits of meditation and mindfulness in your daily life?
Twice a year we offer four 4-week courses exploring meditation, mindfulness and buddhism, Tuesdays, 7pm to 9pm. While we recommend taking all four courses, feel free to take them in the order that suits your schedule and preference.
Each Thursday* we offer a brief introduction to meditation and lead through one of two main practices: Mindfulness of Breathing and Loving Kindness (Metta). This is a very good place to get a feel for meditation, meet our teachers and discuss what you might do next. No experience necessary.
Drop in as often as you like. Suggested donation: $10-5.
Continuing the theme of Sangha Night. Spend the day meditating, reflecting and discussion the Four Noble Truths, how the apply to our lives and how they can free us from suffering.
