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Friday 27 December 2019

[Downtown Dharma Listserve] This Sunday @ Flow

Dear friends,

Pema Chodron has written that "death and hopelessness provide proper motivation- proper motivation for living an insightful, compassionate life." This week we will explore the often muddled concepts of hope and hopelessness and how a clear understanding of these concepts can support us along the path.

We will meet at Flow Yoga at 1450 P Street from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM to connect, meditate and explore this dharma. Please remember that the front door closes at 6:05 so please be on time. Our meeting space is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. Cushions, back jacks, and a couple of folding chairs will be provided. If you are able to come early to help set up, that would be most appreciated.

With love,

Devin

Sangha Announcements

Monthly dinner: Once a month, usually on the first Sunday, a group of Sangha members get together for dinner after class. The monthly dinner will be held this Sunday (1/5).

Monthly book club: Once per month, sangha members meet beforehand to discuss dharma readings. The next book club will be Sunday January 12th @ 4 PM.

Seasonal Potluck: Once per season we will have a potluck instead of a traditional class. We will meditate together before dinner and then we will eat and socialize. The time and location will remain the same, 6:00 - 7:30 PM. The next potluck will be April 5th.

Peer Led Classes: If you're interested in facilitating the class for an evening, please email Linda Naini <lindanaini@gmail.com> or Devin Maroney <devinmaroney@gmail.com>. Once we've reviewed the topic with you, we can find a time for you to teach and put it on the calendar.

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[Downtown Dharma Listserve] New Years Eve Gathering at CML from 8pm-after midnight

Dear Friends,

I hope all is well with you. Just an FYI that the Center for Mindful Living (CML) located at 4708 Wisconsin Ave, Washington, DC 20016, is holding a New Year's Eve gathering from 8pm to after midnight to complete 2019 and mindfully bring in 2020.

The Meditation (front) room will be held in quiet/stillness for meditation, and the Dharma (back, bigger) room for group activities, including eating (potluck), meditating, movement and sharing. Participants can go back and forth between the two rooms. It is also fine to stop by for a bit or stay the whole evening.

CML is not wheelchair accessible. There is a step at the front of the building and a flight of stairs to reach the space (located on the second floor).

There is no cost for this event. All are welcome. More details will be posted on the CML website https://living-mindfully.org/calendar. If you have questions please email info@living-mindfully.org. An event flyer is also attached.

I look forward to seeing you in 2020, if not before!

Blessings,
Linda

lindanaini.com | 240.888.5138

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Saturday 21 December 2019

[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Dharma Reading Group 1/12

Hi friends,

I hope everyone is having a lovely holiday season! I wanted to share the readings and location for our next Dharma reading group meeting on January 12th at 4 pm. We chose to have the meeting on the 12th instead of the third Sunday, the 19th, because of Martin Luther King day.

The meeting will take place at Danny's house at 3220 17th St NW Apt 201 (Thanks for hosting!).

To continue upon our theme of socially engaged Buddhism, this month's readings are on History, Sociopolitical Movements, and Buddhist Practice. A Google drive link as well as a pdf is provided below.

Dharma Readings for Jan 12

If you are planning on joining, please email me so that I have a rough headcount. We'll provide some snacks, and feel free to bring something for sharing if you would like.

Our book club has a WhatsApp group to make coordination and sharing easier. If you'd like to be added, please send me your phone number.

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Best,

Kavya Sekar

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Friday 20 December 2019

[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Sunday Sangha Solstice Potluck

"With all my pains, there is still the hope of recovery.

Like the eve of Yalda, there will finally be an end."

- Saadi -

Dear Friends,

Happy Solstice Eve! The longest night of the year! Also known as Shabe Yalda in Persian tradition. A celebration of light and rebirth.

This Sunday, please bring food or drink to share for our meeting at Flow Yoga at 1450 P Street from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. We will meditate, connect around a solstice ritual, and eat and socialize in community. Please remember that the front door closes at 6:05 so please be on time. Our meeting space is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. Cushions, back jacks, and a couple of folding chairs will be provided. If you are able to come 10 minutes early to help set up, that would be most appreciated.

Sangha Announcements

Monthly dinner: Once a month, usually on the first Sunday, a group of Sangha members get together for dinner after class.

Monthly book club: Once per month, sangha members meet beforehand to discuss dharma readings. They will send out an email announcing the time and location so make sure you're on the list.

Seasonal Potluck: Once per season we will have a potluck instead of a traditional class. We will meditate together before dinner and then we will eat and socialize. The time and location will remain the same, 6:00 - 7:30 PM. The next potluck will be 12/22.

Peer Led Classes: If you're interested in facilitating the class for an evening, please reach out to the teaching team. Once we've reviewed the topic with you, we can find a time for you to teach and put it on the calendar.

Much love,
Linda

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[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Mindfulness Based Psychotherapy Group

Hi friends,

A good friend, devoted student of the dharma, and experienced therapist, Betsy Brach, will be offering two mindfulness-based therapy groups that will run from late January to May. Please see attached flyer for details.

Devin

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Saturday 14 December 2019

Re: [Downtown Dharma Listserve] Embodying Mindfulness: Touching the Heart of the Buddha

All,

Unfortunately, I will not be able to join the group for at least the next couple of Sundays. On Wednesday, I fell down the last part of a Metro escalator and had to go to the ER. Considering that I banged my head, I was very lucky that I escaped with only a few pelvic fractures. I"m staying at a friend's house now and plan to go home tomorrow. My prognosis is good, but getting around is slow, and my recovery will require a lot of patience. Trying to call on my practice for help. Climbing the stairs at Flow is not a remote possibility right now. I'm trying to take care of myself while also remembering that it's not all about me. I will miss the sangha but wanted to at least send greetings.

Joan

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On Sat, Dec 14, 2019 at 3:50 PM Travis Spencer <tspencer@lifesangha.com> wrote:

Dear friends,

We will meet this week at Flow Yoga at 1450 P Street from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM to connect, meditate and explore the dharma. Please remember that the front door closes at 6:05 so please be on time. Our meeting space is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. Cushions, back jacks, and a couple of folding chairs will be provided. If you are able to come early to help set up, that would be most appreciated.

Sangha, Our topic is:Embodying Mindfulness: Touching the Heart of the Buddha with guest facilitator: Iris Rivera
Iris is a graduate of Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach Teacher training program with over 15 years experience in The shamanIc healing arts.

During our time together, we will discuss what it means to embody mindfulness to help us realize and become aware of our hearts.
"Mindful living protects us and helps us go in the direction of peace. With the support of friends in practice, peace has a chance." Thich Nhat Hahn.

Sangha Announcements

Monthly dinner: Once a month, usually on the first Sunday, a group of Sangha members get together for dinner after class.

Monthly book club: Once per month, sangha members meet beforehand to discuss dharma readings. They will send out an email announcing the time and location so make sure you're on the list.

Seasonal Potluck: Once per season we will have a potluck instead of a traditional class. We will meditate together before dinner and then we will eat and socialize.
The time and location will remain the same, 6:00 - 7:30 PM. The next potluck will be 12/22.

Peer Led Classes: If you're interested in facilitating the class for an evening, please reach out to the teaching team. Once we've reviewed the topic with you, we can find a time for you to teach and put it on the calendar.

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[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Embodying Mindfulness: Touching the Heart of the Buddha

Dear friends,

We will meet this week at Flow Yoga at 1450 P Street from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM to connect, meditate and explore the dharma. Please remember that the front door closes at 6:05 so please be on time. Our meeting space is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. Cushions, back jacks, and a couple of folding chairs will be provided. If you are able to come early to help set up, that would be most appreciated.

Sangha, Our topic is:Embodying Mindfulness: Touching the Heart of the Buddha with guest facilitator: Iris Rivera
Iris is a graduate of Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach Teacher training program with over 15 years experience in The shamanIc healing arts.

During our time together, we will discuss what it means to embody mindfulness to help us realize and become aware of our hearts.
"Mindful living protects us and helps us go in the direction of peace. With the support of friends in practice, peace has a chance." Thich Nhat Hahn.

Sangha Announcements

Monthly dinner: Once a month, usually on the first Sunday, a group of Sangha members get together for dinner after class.

Monthly book club: Once per month, sangha members meet beforehand to discuss dharma readings. They will send out an email announcing the time and location so make sure you're on the list.

Seasonal Potluck: Once per season we will have a potluck instead of a traditional class. We will meditate together before dinner and then we will eat and socialize.
The time and location will remain the same, 6:00 - 7:30 PM. The next potluck will be 12/22.

Peer Led Classes: If you're interested in facilitating the class for an evening, please reach out to the teaching team. Once we've reviewed the topic with you, we can find a time for you to teach and put it on the calendar.

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Saturday 7 December 2019

[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Dharma Reading Group Sunday 12/15

Hi friends,

We'll be holding our monthly Dharma Book club meeting next Sunday 12/15 at 4:00pm. The location will be at my house in Columbia Heights. The address is 2726 13th Street, NW. It's a few blocks from the Columbia Heights Metro strop (Green/Yellow). We'll meet at 4:00 and then make our way over to Flow Yoga for the evening sit by 6pm.

Our reading group will be continuing with the readings from last month on socially engaged Buddhism. The group felt that the material and insights gleaned was rich enough for a follow-on discussion. Here is a link to the readings and a pdf is also attached.

If you are planning on joining, please let me know so that I have a rough headcount. I'll provide some snacks, and feel free to bring something for sharing if you would like.

Our book club has a WhatsApp group to make coordination and sharing easier. If you'd like to be added, please send me your phone number.

With love,

Justin

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Friday 6 December 2019

[Downtown Dharma Listserve] This Sunday at Flow

Dear friends,

Ajahn Chah, a well respected (now deceased) monk in our tradition, once asked a group of young, eager practitioners a simple question: "Have you had enough yet?" Describing the encounter, another well respected monk in this tradition named Thanissara said that the question was like a life raft thrown to her in choppy seas. She said it cut to the quick.

This week we will use Ajahn Chah's question as a starting point for an exploration of what the Buddha's teachings are really pointing to. We may not be ready for this question to cut us to the quick, but it may open up some fruitful avenues of inquiry within the mind.

With love,

Devin

Sangha Announcements

Monthly dinner: Once a month, usually on the first Sunday, a group of Sangha members get together for dinner after class. The monthly dinner will be held this Sunday (12/8).

Monthly book club: Once per month, sangha members meet beforehand to discuss dharma readings. They will send out an email announcing the time and location to this list.

Seasonal Potluck: Once per season we will have a potluck instead of a traditional class. We will meditate together before dinner and then we will eat and socialize. The time and location will remain the same, 6:00 - 7:30 PM. The next potluck will be 12/22.

Peer Led Classes: If you're interested in facilitating the class for an evening, please email Linda Naini <lindanaini@gmail.com> or Devin Maroney <devinmaroney@gmail.com>. Once we've reviewed the topic with you, we can find a time for you to teach and put it on the calendar.

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