Learn more about our updated Terms of Service

vijay156.internet@blogger.com  Every couple of years, we update our Terms of Service. We wanted to let you know ahead of time that the next update will be on July 30, 2026. These changes won’t affect the way you use our services, but they should help make it easier for you to understand what to expect from Google — and what we expect from you — as you use our services. You can review the new terms here. If you’re based in the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, we’ve also provided a summary of the key changes to the EEA version of our terms. At a glance, here’s what this update means for you: In general: We added a section to help you better understand why our services may access the internet when not actively engaged, to encourage you to check your Internet service plan and your device and network settings, as each of those may affect your costs. We updated and clarified our Settling disputes, governing law, and courts section. We make it clearer how various sections in our terms relate to each other. If you’re based in the EEA: In addition to the changes in the In general section, we updated various sections to reflect the latest EEA laws and regulations that apply to our services, including: Google’s obligation to make legally-required updates to our digital content, services, and goods. A new, online “withdrawal button” in the EEA instructions on withdrawal section. We also removed the Handling requests for your data section, because we’re centralizing our data disclosure language on our main data disclosure policy page. If you’re based outside the EEA:  In addition to the changes in the In general section, we added new disclosures and disclaimers, including ones about AI outputs. If you’re based in India, we also added new reporting language about our obligations if you violate applicable law. If you’re a parent or guardian, and you allow your child to use the services, please review the updates to our terms with your child and help them decide whether they need to make any changes to their account. Please remember that these terms apply to you and you’re responsible for your child’s activity on the services. If you don’t agree to the new terms, you should remove your content and stop using the services. You can also end your relationship with us at any time, without penalty, by closing your Google Account. Thank you for using Google services!  © 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043  You have received this email to update you about important changes to Google’s Terms of Service.

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] August Dharma Book Club: Letting Go by David Hawkins

Hi Community,

Thanks to our July facilitators for a really cool meetup! I'm excited for the next Dharma Book Club gathering. Here are the details: 

August Book Club: Letting Go

• Date: Saturday, August 29 from 2:00-4:00pm
• Location: Jane's home, 19th & Florida NW. (We'll share the exact address with attendees closer to the event.)
• Reading: Letting Go by David Hawkins (free PDF here)
• Host & Facilitator: Jane
• RSVP: https://partiful.com/e/58GRhx2F6zoN9zt5z1jQ?c=c00nZI1G

Potluck: We'll be doing a vegetarian potluck, so feel free to bring a favorite dish or snack to share!

Quick note on RSVPs: Based on the community poll, we'll continue using a mix of Partiful and Google Sheets moving forward, depending on each host's preference. That said, I know not everyone enjoys using third-party apps, and I want to make sure everyone can participate. If you'd rather not use Partiful, simply email me, and I'll add you as my guest and make sure you receive all the event details directly.

With metta,
Kerrigan

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Responding with Compassion: July 14th, 6:45-7:30m

Hi Dharma Friends, 

Responding with Compassion: An Introduction to the Immigration Justice Vigil
Tuesday, July 14 • 6:45–7:30 PM

As we witness so many interwoven challenges in our world, it can be difficult to know how to respond.  The needs are immense, and it's natural to feel overwhelmed or experience a sense of collective grief.

Please join Hugh Byrne and members of CML, IMCW, and other Dharma and mindfulness communities across the DMV who have been actively supporting our immigrant neighbors. They will share about their work in immigration justice and the upcoming July 30 vigil outside the Hyattsville Immigration Court.

The vigil includes walking meditation, loving-kindness practice, and readings from Buddhist and other faith traditions as an expression of care, compassion, and solidarity with those coming before the court.

You'll also hear reflections from those who have participated in the vigil, learn what to expect if you choose to attend, and discover ways to support this important work. We'll also introduce a new resource for sangha members to connect with one another as they explore bringing the Dharma into action.

Whether you're simply curious, feeling called to participate, or looking for ways to respond with compassion, we hope you'll join us.

You can participate via this Zoom link.

For more information about this gathering.

For more information about the July 30th vigil: https://tockify.com/cmldc/detail/824/1785429000000

🙏Michele

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Responding with Compassion

Responding with Compassion: An Introduction to the Immigration Justice Vigil

As we witness so many interwoven challenges in our world, it can be difficult to know how to respond. The needs are immense, and it's natural to feel overwhelmed or experience a sense of collective grief.

Please join Hugh Byrne and members of CML, IMCW, and other Dharma and mindfulness communities across the DMV who have been actively supporting our immigrant neighbors. They will share about their work in immigration justice and the upcoming July 30 vigil outside the Hyattsville Immigration Court.

The vigil includes walking meditation, loving-kindness practice, and readings from Buddhist and other faith traditions as an expression of care, compassion, and solidarity with those coming before the court.

You'll also hear reflections from those who have participated in the vigil, learn what to expect if you choose to attend, and discover ways to support this important work. We'll also introduce a new resource for sangha members to connect with one another as they explore bringing the Dharma into action.

Whether you're simply curious, feeling called to participate, or looking for ways to respond with compassion, we hope you'll join us.

You can participate via this Zoom link.

For more information about the July 30th vigil: https://tockify.com/cmldc/detail/824/1785429000000

🙏Michele

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] [Downtown Dharma Listserv] This Sunday - The Secret Strength of Sadness

Hi all,

This Sunday evening we have a community-led Sangha which I look forward to facilitating. We'll meditate for ~30 minutes, and then I plan to give a talk and guide discussion around the benefits of opening to sadness. I got interested in this topic several years ago after I read an article in Tricycle magazine called The Secret Strength of Sadness by Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche, and it has led to a surprising change in my practice over the years, which I'd like to share.

We start at 7pm and will end by 8:30pm:

• In-person at Yoga District — 1910 14th Street NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC (please arrive 5-10 minutes early)
  
• Online via Zoom:  Join here

For those who are joining in person and want to continue socializing after the session, a group of folks will be heading over to the nearby Malai ice cream shop - everyone is welcome to join.

Best,

Nate

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] An invitation to spiritual friendship: October 3-4 in Tenleytown

Hi friends,

I want to put a weekend retreat on your radar that's close to my heart.

On October 3-4, Dave Leggatt and Sue Brown will be offering a non-residential meditation retreat in Tenleytown, exploring spiritual friendship through Insight Dialogue. It's a theme I keep circling back to: what it means to be a true friend on the path to freedom. This is a chance to slow down and tend the kinds of friendships that actually sustain a life of practice.

Insight Dialogue is relational meditation—bringing the qualities of silent practice into how we speak and listen. No special experience needed; this is open to all.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spiritual-friendship-the-whole-of-the-pathan-insight-dialogue-retreat-tickets-1991112580327?aff=oddtdtcreator

It will be special to practice with you and other Downtown Dharma folks there.

Warmly,
Vince

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Community & Urgency event: Join me & Rebecca Davis at Politics and Prose this Saturday

Hi Downtown Dharma community!,

It was wonderful to practice together around my new book (out this week!) Sometimes You Should Be Late.

Given the focus of this group on community, I wanted to share that this Saturday at Politics and Prose I'll be in conversation with Rebecca Davis, whose wonderful documentary Join or Die explores the importance of community and belonging.

We’ll be talking about how urgency and speed can pull us away from the people and moments of connection with those around us.I’d be delighted to see some Downtown Dharma faces there -- should be a full house!

Details: 

• Saturday July 11 
• Politics and Prose Conn. Ave location 5015 Connecticut Avenue 
• 5:00 PM with an after party in their downstairs coffee shop/lounge after!
• RSVP

Be well,

Alex

Slowmindfulness.com | Substack | Instagram

Learn more about and order my new book Sometimes You Should Be Late

Check out my summer book tour to find me in a city near you!

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