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SUMMARY:Mind Coaches\, Mentors and Therapists | MindThe Practice of Not Knowing
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Coaches\, Mentors\, and Therapists September Gathering \nthis session is from 12 – 1:30 pm ET \nPlease click the link below to RSVP for this event. \nhttps://mmtcpalumni.org/events/
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/mind-coaches-mentors-and-therapists-mindthe-practice-of-not-knowing/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T180000
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SUMMARY:Anger: From Poison to Presence | Online Retreat with Amma Thanasanti
DESCRIPTION:Many long-term meditators find that anger remains one of the more difficult experiences to meet fully with wisdom and freedom. We develop the capacity to observe it\, to create space around it\, to watch it arise and pass — and still\, familiar patterns in how we relate to it can continue returning. The same places we get caught. The same sense that something more is needed. \n \nFor many practitioners\, deeper awareness does not immediately dissolve anger patterns\, but instead reveals them more clearly. \n \nThis daylong workshop-style retreat\, led by Amma Thanasanti\,  takes that experience seriously — and uses it as the entry point. \nWe will work directly with anger both as an object of practice and as a source of information and insight: its different forms\, its intelligence\, and what lives beneath it. Through meditation\, teaching\, and structured inquiry\, we will follow what awareness reveals — and stay honest about what that points toward. \n \nThe day is built in three arcs. We begin by building ground — resourcing the nervous system and honoring what practice has already developed in us. From that stability we move into direct exploration of anger: its many expressions\, its weight\, and what lives beneath it. The final arc is integration — bringing what has been seen into relationship with practice and daily life\, and closing the container with steadiness and care. \n \nThis will not be a processing space or a substitute for therapy. It is a practice day — grounded\, embodied\, and oriented toward deeper clarity\, discernment\, and presence. \nWe will share more details about the day’s schedule ahead of the session. The full session will be from 11 am – 6 pm ET but there will be plenty of breaks.   \n \nPlease Note:   \nThis retreat is not the right container for you if: \n• You are currently finding it difficult to regulate in daily life \n• You are looking for a space to process deep emotional wounds or traumatic memories — this is a practice day\, not a therapeutic space \n• You are in an early stage of trauma recovery where working with anger may be activating without sufficient support in place \n• You are not yet connected to a therapist or support system and sense this retreat may be a substitute for one \n \nParticipant Guidelines \nThis day works with material that can be activating. Participants are encouraged to stay within their own capacity throughout. Backing off\, slowing down\, or choosing not to engage with an inquiry prompt is understood as wise and skillful practice — not failure. \nPlease click the link below to RSVP for this event. \nhttps://mmtcpalumni.org/events/
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/anger-from-poison-to-presence-online-retreat-with-amma-thanasanti/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T203000
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SUMMARY:Mentor-led Sangha | Carole Melkonian
DESCRIPTION:Led by MMTCP Mentors\, these sessions offer a place for you to bring any and all of your personal practice and teaching questions and to be in sangha with alumni peers. In each session\, mentors will offer a short talk\, lead a reflective or practice exercise and then offer guidance and wisdom for any questions you have  – much like we had in peer groups.   \n \nThis session is led by Carole Melkonian and is from 7 – 8:30 pm ET;  the Zoom link is here \n \n(This session was previously announced as being led by Rebecca Hines but due to a conflict she will join us again on October 20)  \n \nPlease note: these sessions are not recorded. Now more than ever we need to be in community and though we can’t be together in person\, please join us live for this valuable community. \n \nMore About Carole  \nCarole Melkonian has been practicing meditation for decades. She draws inspiration most deeply from the nuns and monks in the Forest Tradition of Luang Por Chah and is especially drawn to the teachings of Ajahn Sucitto and former nun Willa Thaniya Reid\, with whom she continues to study. \n \nShe completed the two-year Spirit Rock/IMS Community Dharma Leader Program and in 1997 attended the MBSR training course with Jon Kabat-Zinn and Saki Santorelli. \nIn addition to being an MMTCP mentor\, her current work and practice include teaching mindfulness and loving kindness meditation programs at hospitals and a senior center\, and. She also works in hospice as an RN and Licensed Acupuncturist where for the past 15+ years\, she has accompanied many patients and families at this end-of-life transition. \n \nIn her meditation practice\, she emphasizes embodiment\, metta/loving friendliness\, and energy-based body work (qi gong and yoga). To the ebbs and flows of daily life\, she directly applies the liberating teachings of the Buddha. She encourages bringing faith\, curiosity and kindness to meditation practice and life.  She lives with her partner Thomas in Portland\, Oregon. \n \n \nPlease click the link below to RSVP for this event. \nhttps://mmtcpalumni.org/events/
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/mentor-led-sangha-rebecca-hines/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
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SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Sangha: Play as a Practice of Presence\, Staying Curious and Alive!
DESCRIPTION:Our August sangha gathering on Play and Mindfulness was brimming with dynamic shares\, thoughtful questions\, and laughter so we’re continuing this exploration in a Sequel session! Join us on Thursday\, September 24th from 8-9 PM Eastern Time\, with Laurie Rosenberg guiding us on the topic of “Play as a Practice of Presence\, Staying Curious and Alive”! This session stands alone as well so no need to have been there the first time around. This is a chance to continue our discussion on this topic AND add new perspectives from sangha members.  Here’s the deets! \n  \nThursday September 24\, 2026 \n8-9 PM Eastern Time \nZoom Room: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/3384582992?pwd=dEx1VDRZemNaMmthL3pzNU9HaVM0Zz09&omn=87871253317 \n  \nHope to see you for some or all of this meaningful and joyous session! \nPlease click the link below to RSVP for this event. \nhttps://mmtcpalumni.org/events/
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/lgbtqia-sangha-play-as-a-practice-of-presence-staying-curious-and-alive/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T143000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T194540Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Nonviolent Communication
DESCRIPTION:In September’s monthly meeting\, we will continue to explore the use of NVC tools and practices to lean into conflict engagement\, following on Kazu Haga’s Considerations for Conflict Engagement (the recording of his June MMTCP-AA workshop is available under “recordings of past events” on the alumni association homepage).  This month I’d like to explore Kazu’s consideration to “acknowledge multiple truths” as a follow-on from to my “nugget” post earlier this month.  We welcome participation regardless of your experience with NVC and love to see both familiar faces and new ones!  Please join us if you can!  
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/mindfulness-and-nonviolent-communication-7/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T133000
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SUMMARY:Brahmaviharas
DESCRIPTION:NEW POST ALERT! NEXT SESSION; Wed.\, Sept. 30\, noon-1:30 pm ET. Please note the ET time zone and plan to stay for the entire\, 90-min. session\, \n~~~~ \nFall is coming and I am savoring memories of jumping into huge piles of colorful\, crunchy leaves. The earthy aroma\, rustling sound\, scratchy texture and even the dusty taste are imprinted deeply in my brain. How do these memories reflect the Brahmaviharas? How do your memories affect your perception of life? What is real\, what is imagined or being transformed by the flow of perception? Did Fall mean falling in or out of love\, feeling empathetic joy or deep sorrow\, expressing compassion or frustration…embracing amazing feelings of equanimity or fragile imbalance? Let’s explore some deeper\, Dharma waters.  \n~~~~ \nBring your pen\, journal and curiosity to the next session. Please plan ahead and set an intention to join us as we plunge more deeply into the beauty and the mysticism of the Brahmaviharas! (image: (c) Anicca Series (c) Linda J. Hirsch\, 2026. All Rights Reserved. The Zoom link is below: \n~~~~ \nLinda HIRSCH is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: Linda HIRSCH’s Zoom Meeting \nTime: Sept 30\, 2026 12:00-1:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88191146427?pwd=Ve5yGbbaKVP8h16wAwRaLdvIokCIOr.1 \nMeeting ID: 881 9114 6427 \nPasscode: 600744 \n—- \nPlease click the link below to RSVP for this event. \nhttps://mmtcpalumni.org/events/
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/brahmaviharas-10/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T153000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
CREATED:20260611T201715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T201715Z
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SUMMARY:Sangha: The Rhythm of Stillness and Service | In-person Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this in-person gathering to practice\, rest\, and learn in the spirit of friendship and shared practice.  \n \nOctober 3 – 9\, 2026Seven Oaks Retreat Center  \n(outside of Washington DC) \nRegister here  \n \nOur week together will weave silence\, meditation\, and Dharma with meaningful connection. You can expect daily sitting and walking practice in noble silence\, Dharma talks and reflections\, skill-building workshops\, gentle movement\, and warm evening social time. Led by Sharon Shelton\, Trisha Stotler\, Alison Cohen.  Retreat Manager:  La Sarmiento \n \nWe will practice. We will learn. We will rest. We will come together to remember the power of walking the path\, together.   \n \nRegister here – Space is limited so reserve your space today! 
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/sangha-the-rhythm-of-stillness-and-service-in-person-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T123000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
CREATED:20260930T131824Z
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SUMMARY:Mentor-led Sangha | Dalila Bothwell
DESCRIPTION:Led by MMTCP Mentors\, these sessions offer a place for you to bring your personal practice and/or teaching questions and to be in sangha with alumni peers.  \n \nIn each session\, mentors will offer a short talk\, lead a reflective or practice exercise and then offer guidance and wisdom for any questions you have  – much like we had in peer groups.   \n \nThis session is led by Dalila Bothwell and is from 11 am – 12:30 pm ET;  the Zoom link is here \n \nPlease note: these sessions are not recorded. Now more than ever we need to be in community and though we can’t be together in person\, please join us live for this valuable community. \n \nMore about Dalila  \nDalila Bothwell’s (she/her) Dharma-meditation practice lives at the intersection of love for community\, land\, wholeness\, and 12-step recovery. The granddaughter of Claudia and Gussie Pearl\, she finds refuge and hope in the liberation teachings of revolutionary lovers – from the Buddha to bell hooks.  During her nearly decade-long tenure as a director for New York Insight Meditation Center\, she learned the priceless value of sangha and the role relationships play in embodying the teachings and in creating kinder human beings. \n \nDalila is a graduate of the Spirit Rock Community Dharma Leaders Program\, formally educated in nutritional science and food studies and has served with the Buddhist Peace Fellowship\, Insight Meditation Society\, and Dharma communities throughout the US. She loves dancing furiously in her kitchen and taking long walks in the desert with her handsome pup\, Brisco. Dalila believes freedom is a holistic art. Learn more about Dalila at www.dalilabothwell.com. \nPlease click the link below to RSVP for this event. \nhttps://mmtcpalumni.org/events/
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/mentor-led-sangha/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T203000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
CREATED:20260720T180629Z
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SUMMARY:RISE (Refuge Inspiration Sangha for Teachers and Educators
DESCRIPTION:Join us for fall series on Cultivating an Equanimous and Courageous Heart. We will draw upon practices from Tara Brach’s latest book as well as other wisdom/compassion teachers/traditions. Opportunity to practice\, reflect and share in beloved community.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/rise-refuge-inspiration-sangha-for-teachers-and-educators/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T140000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
CREATED:20260130T150931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T150931Z
UID:10004014-1791810000-1791813600@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Awakening Together Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Awakening Together Sangha invites you to spend some time with each other as our unique journeys coalesce together in reverence to the oneness that is at our core.  We cultivate our awareness by spending time together sharing experiences and practices that enhance our own understanding as we gather in spiritual friendship.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/awakening-together-sangha-13/2026-10-12/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T160000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
CREATED:20260223T152438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T221846Z
UID:10004067-1791901800-1791907200@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Disability Affinity Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Our Sangha is an affinity group intended for those who identify as disabled (see our sangha page for more info). We meet the second Tuesday of each month at 2:30 p.m. ET for 1.5 hours. The recurring zoom link for our sangha is  https://cuboulder.zoom.us/j/94776947948 or the Meeting ID is 947 7694 7948. 
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/disability-affinity-sangha-3/2026-10-13/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T123000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
CREATED:20260825T201146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T132502Z
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SUMMARY:Seven Inner Treasures: Cultivating the Awakening Factors
DESCRIPTION:Deepening Dharma Series  \n \nIn this six-week course\, we’ll explore an important teaching known as the awakening factors with Regina Flanigan \n \nBuddhist teachings describe these seven qualities as priceless treasures because they are human capacities that\, when recognized\, appreciated\, and cultivated\, support well-being and the unfolding of awakening. \nTogether\, we’ll explore how to know when they are present or absent\, how they help us respond wisely to the mind’s balance between being energized and calm\, ways of strengthening them\, and their relationship to what are known as the hindrances. \n \nEach 1½-hour session will include a meditation based on some aspect of the seven factors\, a brief Dharma talk\, and space for reflection\, sharing\, and discussion. A simple\, concise study guide will be offered for each session.  Additional integration sessions may also be added. \n \nTo register and for information on each session\, please click here  \nMore about Regina \nRegina has spent over 25 years exploring the path of human healing and awakening. She earned her master’s degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University\, where she began integrating Western psychological approaches with Eastern contemplative traditions. Her path has been rooted primarily in the Insight Meditation tradition and nondual wisdom traditions. \n \nIn 2019\, Regina completed the two-year inaugural Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMTCP)\, led by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. She was mentored by Hugh Byrne at Insight Meditation Community of Washington (IMCW)\, where she is now a teacher and continues to support the life of the Center for Mindful Living Sangha. \n \nRegina has completed additional immersive trainings through the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies\, as well as a nine-month teacher training program exploring Nibbana with Ven. Dhammadipa.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/seven-inner-treasures-cultivating-the-awakening-factors/2026-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T143000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
CREATED:20260930T135453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T135453Z
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SUMMARY:half-day metta retreat with Konda Mason
DESCRIPTION:Stress\, anxiety\, uncertainty\, political unrest\, ecological grief\, are just a few of the forces of today’s world that leave us exhausted and out of balance — giving rise to emotions\, thoughts\, and behaviors we know are unskillful. But there is an antidote. \n \nIn traditional Buddhist psychology\, metta (loving-kindness) is specifically categorized as an antidote — a direct prescription for neutralizing ill-will\, anger\, and hatred by shifting our underlying mental states\, much the way a physical antidote neutralizes a toxin. Metta is incompatible with anger and fear. It widens our perspective and keeps us from losing sight of our shared humanity. \n \nJoin us for this half-day metta retreat with Konda Mason to reconnect with your heart and with this philosophy of goodwill — one that science\, too\, recognizes as a health benefit. The session will include sitting periods and talks on the Metta Sutta\, how metta relates to the Brahmaviharas\, and how to radiate metta toward different categories of people\, and out into the world. \n \nWe need metta now more than ever\, to counteract a chronic modern stress that can feel relentless. This half-day break is for you\, regardless of your experience with metta practice — you’ll be held in Konda’s deep wisdom and the care of a supportive sangha. \n \nThis session is from 10:30 am – 2:30 pm ET;  the Zoom link is here.  Times may be modified slightly closer to the session; all times in ET \n \n10:30		Welcome\, dharmette and guided sit  \n11:15 	Stretch/Break \n11:30 	Dharmette and guided Sit \n12:15		Walking/Meal break \n12:45		Dharma talk \n1:15 	  Guided sit  \n2:00   Discussion/Q&A \n2:30   End \n \nMore about Konda \n \nKonda Mason is a social entrepreneur\, eco-spiritual thought leader\, mindfulness teacher\, and justice advocate working at the intersection of social and financial justice and planetary healing. Konda was introduced to Tibetan Buddhism in 1982. Her love for vipassanā began in 1996\, working with Jack Kornfield at the Vallecitos Retreat Center. She has taught at Spirit Rock since 1997\, starting as a yoga teacher. Konda’s Dharma training includes the East Bay Meditation Center Commit to Dharma program\, Spirit Rock Community Dharma Leader and she is a graduate of the 2020 Spirit Rock Teacher Training program. Konda teaches daylongs\, retreats and workshops. \nPlease click the link below to RSVP for this event. \nhttps://mmtcpalumni.org/events/
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/half-day-metta-retreat-with-konda-mason/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T120000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
CREATED:20260131T141600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T150242Z
UID:10004158-1792494000-1792497600@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Facing Trauma in a Changing World \nAn international TSM sangha \n \nLet’s explore how trauma shows up in our communities online and in person and the skillful means that we need as TSM teachers and/or facilitators to be of help in stormy days. \n“Freedom is not given to us by anyone; we have to cultivate it ourselves\,” Thich Nhat Hanh. \n \nThis sangha provides a grounded and safe space to be present with your peers who share one simple yet profound goal: Peace in every Step (á la Thich Nhat  Hanh). Let us reclaim our deep listening and deep seeing into shared humanity. Let us discuss cross cultural sensitivities at the junction of trauma and mindfulness. Let us recenter\, inquire and clarify what resources may be best to offer to our communities.   \n  \nMay this space be a home base for kindness\, curiosity and inspiration amidst the chaos. \n \nWe will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of every month @ 11:00 am ET USA\, which is \n\n\n5:00 pm in Warsaw\, Poland \n\n\n6:00 pm in Jerusalem\, Israel/Palestine \n\n\n7:00 pm in Abu Dhabi\, Emirates \n\n\n  \n\n\n11:00 am in Washington DC\, USA \n\n\n4:00 pm in London\, UK \n\n\nPlease use the conversion app for your time zone\, respectively.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/trauma-sensitive-mindfulness-teachers/2026-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T203000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
CREATED:20260930T132629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T132629Z
UID:10004277-1792522800-1792528200@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Mentor-led Sangha | Rebecca Hines
DESCRIPTION:Led by MMTCP Mentors\, these sessions offer a place for you to bring your personal practice and/or  teaching questions and to be in sangha with alumni peers.  \n \nIn each session\, mentors will offer a short talk\, lead a reflective or practice exercise and then offer guidance and wisdom for any questions you have  – much like we had in peer groups.   \n \nThis session is led by Rebecca Hines and is from 7 – 8:30 pm ET;  the Zoom link is here \n \nPlease note: these sessions are not recorded. Now more than ever we need to be in community and though we can’t be together in person\, please join us live for this valuable community. \n \nMore about Rebecca \n \n  \n. \nRebecca Hines lives with deep appreciation for the healing power of awareness available right here in our bodies\, in every moment\, that opens up space for greater freedom\, choice\, presence\, and grace. The heart of her practice is creating continuity of awareness from “on the cushion” to “off the cushion”—a clear path for continual exploration of dancing with life—the dance of work-life balance\, relationships\, health challenges\, aging\, and bringing wise action to the challenges facing the world. \nShe discovered vipassana meditation in 2000 with Tara Brach and started teaching MBSR in 2007. As a lifelong learner\, she has benefited from a range of trainings to support her understanding and practice of these precious teachings including Spirit Rock’s Heavenly Messengers—Awakening Through Illness\, Aging\, and Death program and Year to Live program\, and numerous Nonviolent Communication (NVC) trainings and retreats. She holds a master’s in health science from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health\, a BA from Wellesley College in psychology\, and certification in holistic health counseling.  \nPlease click the link below to RSVP for this event. \nhttps://mmtcpalumni.org/events/
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/mentor-led-sangha-rebecca-hines-2/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T123000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
CREATED:20260825T201146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T132502Z
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SUMMARY:Seven Inner Treasures: Cultivating the Awakening Factors
DESCRIPTION:Deepening Dharma Series  \n \nIn this six-week course\, we’ll explore an important teaching known as the awakening factors with Regina Flanigan \n \nBuddhist teachings describe these seven qualities as priceless treasures because they are human capacities that\, when recognized\, appreciated\, and cultivated\, support well-being and the unfolding of awakening. \nTogether\, we’ll explore how to know when they are present or absent\, how they help us respond wisely to the mind’s balance between being energized and calm\, ways of strengthening them\, and their relationship to what are known as the hindrances. \n \nEach 1½-hour session will include a meditation based on some aspect of the seven factors\, a brief Dharma talk\, and space for reflection\, sharing\, and discussion. A simple\, concise study guide will be offered for each session.  Additional integration sessions may also be added. \n \nTo register and for information on each session\, please click here  \nMore about Regina \nRegina has spent over 25 years exploring the path of human healing and awakening. She earned her master’s degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University\, where she began integrating Western psychological approaches with Eastern contemplative traditions. Her path has been rooted primarily in the Insight Meditation tradition and nondual wisdom traditions. \n \nIn 2019\, Regina completed the two-year inaugural Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMTCP)\, led by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. She was mentored by Hugh Byrne at Insight Meditation Community of Washington (IMCW)\, where she is now a teacher and continues to support the life of the Center for Mindful Living Sangha. \n \nRegina has completed additional immersive trainings through the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies\, as well as a nine-month teacher training program exploring Nibbana with Ven. Dhammadipa.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/seven-inner-treasures-cultivating-the-awakening-factors/2026-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T143000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051823
CREATED:20260820T132913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T132913Z
UID:10004173-1792760400-1792765800@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Nonviolent Communication
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly Sangha meeting – session topic\, discussion lead and zoom link will be shared closer to the meeting
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/mindfulness-and-nonviolent-communication-8/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T203000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260930T234910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T234910Z
UID:10004283-1793214000-1793219400@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Pilgrimage and Journey to India
DESCRIPTION:You may have heard the buzz — last year\, 28 alumni pilgrims journeyed to India to travel in the Footsteps of the Buddha\, visiting the sacred places where he was born\, awakened\, taught\, and passed away. It was a trip of a lifetime\, and thanks to participant Michael Kory (our unofficial-official trip photographer!)\, it was all beautifully captured. Now we’re inviting you to come along\, virtually! Join us as Michael shares the key places\, unforgettable moments\, and behind-the-scenes magic from our pilgrimage. \n \nThis session is from 7 – 8:30 pm ET;  the Zoom link is here \nPlease click the link below to RSVP for this event. \nhttps://mmtcpalumni.org/events/
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/virtual-pilgrimage-and-journey-to-india/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T123000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260825T201146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T132502Z
UID:10004206-1793271600-1793277000@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Seven Inner Treasures: Cultivating the Awakening Factors
DESCRIPTION:Deepening Dharma Series  \n \nIn this six-week course\, we’ll explore an important teaching known as the awakening factors with Regina Flanigan \n \nBuddhist teachings describe these seven qualities as priceless treasures because they are human capacities that\, when recognized\, appreciated\, and cultivated\, support well-being and the unfolding of awakening. \nTogether\, we’ll explore how to know when they are present or absent\, how they help us respond wisely to the mind’s balance between being energized and calm\, ways of strengthening them\, and their relationship to what are known as the hindrances. \n \nEach 1½-hour session will include a meditation based on some aspect of the seven factors\, a brief Dharma talk\, and space for reflection\, sharing\, and discussion. A simple\, concise study guide will be offered for each session.  Additional integration sessions may also be added. \n \nTo register and for information on each session\, please click here  \nMore about Regina \nRegina has spent over 25 years exploring the path of human healing and awakening. She earned her master’s degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University\, where she began integrating Western psychological approaches with Eastern contemplative traditions. Her path has been rooted primarily in the Insight Meditation tradition and nondual wisdom traditions. \n \nIn 2019\, Regina completed the two-year inaugural Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMTCP)\, led by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. She was mentored by Hugh Byrne at Insight Meditation Community of Washington (IMCW)\, where she is now a teacher and continues to support the life of the Center for Mindful Living Sangha. \n \nRegina has completed additional immersive trainings through the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies\, as well as a nine-month teacher training program exploring Nibbana with Ven. Dhammadipa.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/seven-inner-treasures-cultivating-the-awakening-factors/2026-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T203000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260820T172242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T172242Z
UID:10004192-1793818800-1793824200@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:RISE (Refuge and Inspiration Sangha for Teachers and Educators)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for fall series on Cultivating an Equanimous and Courageous Heart. We will draw upon practices from Tara Brach’s latest book as well as other wisdom/compassion teachers/traditions. Opportunity to practice\, reflect and share in beloved community. \nThis session is from 7 – 8:30 pm ET
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/rise-refuge-and-inspiration-sangha-for-teachers-and-educators/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T123000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260825T201146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T132502Z
UID:10004207-1793876400-1793881800@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Seven Inner Treasures: Cultivating the Awakening Factors
DESCRIPTION:Deepening Dharma Series  \n \nIn this six-week course\, we’ll explore an important teaching known as the awakening factors with Regina Flanigan \n \nBuddhist teachings describe these seven qualities as priceless treasures because they are human capacities that\, when recognized\, appreciated\, and cultivated\, support well-being and the unfolding of awakening. \nTogether\, we’ll explore how to know when they are present or absent\, how they help us respond wisely to the mind’s balance between being energized and calm\, ways of strengthening them\, and their relationship to what are known as the hindrances. \n \nEach 1½-hour session will include a meditation based on some aspect of the seven factors\, a brief Dharma talk\, and space for reflection\, sharing\, and discussion. A simple\, concise study guide will be offered for each session.  Additional integration sessions may also be added. \n \nTo register and for information on each session\, please click here  \nMore about Regina \nRegina has spent over 25 years exploring the path of human healing and awakening. She earned her master’s degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University\, where she began integrating Western psychological approaches with Eastern contemplative traditions. Her path has been rooted primarily in the Insight Meditation tradition and nondual wisdom traditions. \n \nIn 2019\, Regina completed the two-year inaugural Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMTCP)\, led by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. She was mentored by Hugh Byrne at Insight Meditation Community of Washington (IMCW)\, where she is now a teacher and continues to support the life of the Center for Mindful Living Sangha. \n \nRegina has completed additional immersive trainings through the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies\, as well as a nine-month teacher training program exploring Nibbana with Ven. Dhammadipa.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/seven-inner-treasures-cultivating-the-awakening-factors/2026-11-05/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T140000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260130T150931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T150931Z
UID:10004015-1794229200-1794232800@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Awakening Together Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Awakening Together Sangha invites you to spend some time with each other as our unique journeys coalesce together in reverence to the oneness that is at our core.  We cultivate our awareness by spending time together sharing experiences and practices that enhance our own understanding as we gather in spiritual friendship.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/awakening-together-sangha-13/2026-11-09/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T160000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260223T152438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T221846Z
UID:10004068-1794321000-1794326400@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Disability Affinity Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Our Sangha is an affinity group intended for those who identify as disabled (see our sangha page for more info). We meet the second Tuesday of each month at 2:30 p.m. ET for 1.5 hours. The recurring zoom link for our sangha is  https://cuboulder.zoom.us/j/94776947948 or the Meeting ID is 947 7694 7948. 
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/disability-affinity-sangha-3/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T123000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260825T201146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T132502Z
UID:10004208-1794481200-1794486600@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Seven Inner Treasures: Cultivating the Awakening Factors
DESCRIPTION:Deepening Dharma Series  \n \nIn this six-week course\, we’ll explore an important teaching known as the awakening factors with Regina Flanigan \n \nBuddhist teachings describe these seven qualities as priceless treasures because they are human capacities that\, when recognized\, appreciated\, and cultivated\, support well-being and the unfolding of awakening. \nTogether\, we’ll explore how to know when they are present or absent\, how they help us respond wisely to the mind’s balance between being energized and calm\, ways of strengthening them\, and their relationship to what are known as the hindrances. \n \nEach 1½-hour session will include a meditation based on some aspect of the seven factors\, a brief Dharma talk\, and space for reflection\, sharing\, and discussion. A simple\, concise study guide will be offered for each session.  Additional integration sessions may also be added. \n \nTo register and for information on each session\, please click here  \nMore about Regina \nRegina has spent over 25 years exploring the path of human healing and awakening. She earned her master’s degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University\, where she began integrating Western psychological approaches with Eastern contemplative traditions. Her path has been rooted primarily in the Insight Meditation tradition and nondual wisdom traditions. \n \nIn 2019\, Regina completed the two-year inaugural Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMTCP)\, led by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. She was mentored by Hugh Byrne at Insight Meditation Community of Washington (IMCW)\, where she is now a teacher and continues to support the life of the Center for Mindful Living Sangha. \n \nRegina has completed additional immersive trainings through the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies\, as well as a nine-month teacher training program exploring Nibbana with Ven. Dhammadipa.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/seven-inner-treasures-cultivating-the-awakening-factors/2026-11-12/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T170000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260825T195701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T115126Z
UID:10004203-1794594600-1794762000@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:MMTCP Connect 2026
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for our annual gathering!  MMTCP Connect 2026: One Heart\, Many Voices is a weekend full of learning\, inspiration\, community\, and fun!  Join us from November 13–15\, 2026 for a virtual global gathering of MMTCP alumni from all cohorts. Here’s a sneak peak: \n\n\nSenior teachers: Ayya Anandabodhi\, James Baraz\, Sebene Selassie\, Tara Brach\, and Joseph Goldstein. \n\n\nBreaking In to Break Out – alumni panel share how they broke into\, and work in\, different sectors \n\n\nPanel discussion on facilitation skills with MMTCP Mentors \n\n\nSomatic Movement and Music concert with Rhythm Bliss \n\n\nOpen mike session for you to share your talents \n\n\nAnd more! \n\n\nSessions are spread throughout the weekend so alumni in different parts of the world can join live. Attend as much or as little as your schedule allows.  \n \nReconnect with old friends and make new ones from across the globe. Deepen your practice and teaching. Learn from beloved dharma teachers and one another. Please feel free to share this information with alumni peers!   \n \nPlease visit the MMTCP Connect 2026 tab on our website for more event details and session timings. \n \n \n \nPlease click the link below to RSVP for this event.https://mmtcpalumni.org/events/
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/mmtcp-connect-2026/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T120000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260131T141600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T150242Z
UID:10004159-1794913200-1794916800@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Facing Trauma in a Changing World \nAn international TSM sangha \n \nLet’s explore how trauma shows up in our communities online and in person and the skillful means that we need as TSM teachers and/or facilitators to be of help in stormy days. \n“Freedom is not given to us by anyone; we have to cultivate it ourselves\,” Thich Nhat Hanh. \n \nThis sangha provides a grounded and safe space to be present with your peers who share one simple yet profound goal: Peace in every Step (á la Thich Nhat  Hanh). Let us reclaim our deep listening and deep seeing into shared humanity. Let us discuss cross cultural sensitivities at the junction of trauma and mindfulness. Let us recenter\, inquire and clarify what resources may be best to offer to our communities.   \n  \nMay this space be a home base for kindness\, curiosity and inspiration amidst the chaos. \n \nWe will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of every month @ 11:00 am ET USA\, which is \n\n\n5:00 pm in Warsaw\, Poland \n\n\n6:00 pm in Jerusalem\, Israel/Palestine \n\n\n7:00 pm in Abu Dhabi\, Emirates \n\n\n  \n\n\n11:00 am in Washington DC\, USA \n\n\n4:00 pm in London\, UK \n\n\nPlease use the conversion app for your time zone\, respectively.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/trauma-sensitive-mindfulness-teachers/2026-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T123000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260825T201146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T132502Z
UID:10004209-1795086000-1795091400@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Seven Inner Treasures: Cultivating the Awakening Factors
DESCRIPTION:Deepening Dharma Series  \n \nIn this six-week course\, we’ll explore an important teaching known as the awakening factors with Regina Flanigan \n \nBuddhist teachings describe these seven qualities as priceless treasures because they are human capacities that\, when recognized\, appreciated\, and cultivated\, support well-being and the unfolding of awakening. \nTogether\, we’ll explore how to know when they are present or absent\, how they help us respond wisely to the mind’s balance between being energized and calm\, ways of strengthening them\, and their relationship to what are known as the hindrances. \n \nEach 1½-hour session will include a meditation based on some aspect of the seven factors\, a brief Dharma talk\, and space for reflection\, sharing\, and discussion. A simple\, concise study guide will be offered for each session.  Additional integration sessions may also be added. \n \nTo register and for information on each session\, please click here  \nMore about Regina \nRegina has spent over 25 years exploring the path of human healing and awakening. She earned her master’s degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University\, where she began integrating Western psychological approaches with Eastern contemplative traditions. Her path has been rooted primarily in the Insight Meditation tradition and nondual wisdom traditions. \n \nIn 2019\, Regina completed the two-year inaugural Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMTCP)\, led by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. She was mentored by Hugh Byrne at Insight Meditation Community of Washington (IMCW)\, where she is now a teacher and continues to support the life of the Center for Mindful Living Sangha. \n \nRegina has completed additional immersive trainings through the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies\, as well as a nine-month teacher training program exploring Nibbana with Ven. Dhammadipa.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/seven-inner-treasures-cultivating-the-awakening-factors/2026-11-19/
CATEGORIES:Learning Sessions, Mentor Offerings and Other Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T143000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260820T133043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T133043Z
UID:10004174-1795784400-1795789800@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Nonviolent Communication
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly Sangha meeting – session topic\, discussion lead and zoom link will be shared closer to the meeting. \nThis meeting is from 1 – 2:30 ET
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/mindfulness-and-nonviolent-communication-9/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T160000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260223T152438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T221846Z
UID:10004069-1796740200-1796745600@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Disability Affinity Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Our Sangha is an affinity group intended for those who identify as disabled (see our sangha page for more info). We meet the second Tuesday of each month at 2:30 p.m. ET for 1.5 hours. The recurring zoom link for our sangha is  https://cuboulder.zoom.us/j/94776947948 or the Meeting ID is 947 7694 7948. 
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/disability-affinity-sangha-3/2026-12-08/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T140000
DTSTAMP:20261001T051824
CREATED:20260130T150931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T150931Z
UID:10004016-1797253200-1797256800@mmtcpalumni.org
SUMMARY:Awakening Together Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Awakening Together Sangha invites you to spend some time with each other as our unique journeys coalesce together in reverence to the oneness that is at our core.  We cultivate our awareness by spending time together sharing experiences and practices that enhance our own understanding as we gather in spiritual friendship.
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/awakening-together-sangha-13/2026-12-14/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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