Core Practice: Watching Sense Experiences Without The Drama

with Floyd Fantelli!

Thursday January 22
6:30-8 PM

Online

Some have said the Buddha gave 84,000 teachings. Others say it’s more like 19,000 (probably more accurate). It seems overwhelming to me. Until we remember that Buddha himself said that the core teachings are found merely in a handful of teachings. And these can be distilled into one teaching “Nothing should be clung to as ‘I’ or Mine’ ”. I’d like to unpack this important teaching by exploring three ways we can put this into practice in our daily lives to lessen the drama.

Cara Lai joins BIC

Thursday January 29
6:30-8 PM

Online

Cara Lai is a meditation teacher, artist, and writer who helps people step out of the cycle of suffering and into the fullness of life. She spent most of her life trying to figure out how to be happy, or at least avoid total misery, which ultimately led her to spend the majority of her adulthood meditating.

She once worked as a wilderness guide, social worker, and psychotherapist, but traded it in for an all-out mindfulness rampage. She’s a working mom whose teaching is relatable, authentic, funny and sometimes crass, and is accessible for many people. 

Dharma Book Club

Monday February 2
1-2 PM

In Person

Join us for a low key, informal book club/discussion group on the first Monday of each month. No leader, no study questions, no pressure if you didn’t have time to read the book. Or didn’t finish it. Show up anyway. All are welcome. No registration necessary. February’s Book is Down to Earth Dharma by Brené Brown.

Newcomer Orientation

Tuesday February 3
5-6 PM

In Person

It can be intimidating to join a meditation group! That’s why we offer Newcomer Orientation on the first Tuesday of each month. Get a tour of the space, learn about the seven groups that meet at the BDC, and receive basic meditation instruction. No registration necessary!

Practicing with Meditation Challenges

with Amy Strom & Michãel Palmer

Saturday February 7
9:00 AM – Noon

Hybrid

At some point, meditators find themselves challenged with their practice. You might think you’re doing it wrong, but everyone experiences obstacles at some point! Bring your questions and challenges. We’ll explore together in community and come away with new tools and inspiration. 

Parenting & Caregiving as the Path

with Cara Lai

Saturday February 14
9:30 AM – 3 PM

Hybrid

This day of practice and connection will explore and celebrate the many ways that being a caregiver has tremendous potential to be its own path to awakening. We will share stories, practice, reflect, grieve, and laugh together; and we will remember the wisdom of parents walking the path before us, to recognize the richness of our awakening as caregivers.

It is important to Cara and to the BDC that everyone who is interested has access to this retreat. If finding or paying for childcare becomes a barrier to taking this class, please reach out to info@bozemandharmacenter.org.

Cara Lai will be online via Zoom. You are welcome to come to the BDC to participate in community or to practice in the comfort of your home.