[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Join us: Kindness, Presence and Grace: the Art of Mindfulness and the Grace of Each Moment (Ofosu) (Thursday, Oct. 19, 7 p.m.)

Kindness, Presence and Grace: the Art of Mindfulness and the Grace of Each Moment

Being present for each moment can be challenging in a society and culture that promotes disengagement. There is a strong conditioning to turn towards the future or past and this can create the environments for deep suffering. In the context of this culture that often reinforces distraction, it can be easy to miss what is here.

It is important to learn and know that each moment is an opportunity to begin again. What it takes is a kind presence.  

In this sit and discussion with mindfulness teacher Ofosu Jones-Quartey, we will examine the patterns that turns us away from presence. We will discuss practices that remind us that each moment is an opportunity to restart, reset and renew. It is through kindness, presence and grace that we can recognize, allow and ultimately open ourselves and release suffering.

The session is from 7-8:30 p.m. If you arrive late, please wait to enter through the back door until the meditation has ended.

Visit here for more information on Ofosu Jones-Quartey.

The Lamont Dharma House is a space to support people integrating their practice into daily life, to deepen in practice outside of retreat, and to grow sangha for the benefit of all beings. The house is located in the heart of Mt. Pleasant at 1719 Lamont Street NW, Washington, D.C.

All Lamont Dharma House events are free and open to the public, but we encourage people to give dana (donation) to support the teachers and the space. The suggested donation for this event is $10-15.

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**Kathleen "Kaught-Lane" M.E. Gless**

"People will forget what you said, and
people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." ~Unknown 

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