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Wednesday, 31 January 2024

Re: [Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Feb 3rd silent daylong retreat w/ Robert, Win, & Brian @ WBV

That would be great, Lauren. For everyone's benefit, would you please consider listing ingredients on a note card or piece of paper? And lastly, the Vihara is a vegetarian kitchen, so we were thinking we'd try to stick to and honor that tradition. Thanks and see you Saturday! brian On Jan 31, 2024, 5:03 PM -0500, Lauren Paniati <lauren.paniati@gmail.com>, wrote: Hello, Just wanted to confirm, we should just...

Re: [Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Feb 3rd silent daylong retreat w/ Robert, Win, & Brian @ WBV

Hello,Just wanted to confirm, we should just bring anything for the potluck? Lauren On Wed, Jan 24, 2024, 1:26 PM Brian Chamowitz <brian.chamowitz@gmail.com> wrote: Dear friends, Many of you expressed interest Sunday evening in joining our daylong retreat at the Washington Buddhist Vihara on Saturday, Feb 3rd. The retreat will be held in noble silence and Robert & Win will be the primary facilitators,...

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Listserv messages getting caught in spam?

Hi folks,Some of us have noticed that our Gmail accounts tend to mis-identify certain emails to this listserv as spam. Yesterday, Josh taught me how to set up a Gmail filter to prevent this from happening. If you'd like to take this step yourself, to make sure you're getting all emails sent to this listserv, you can take the following steps:At...

Sunday, 28 January 2024

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Downtown Dharma's Mission & Next Steps

Dear Sangha, Exciting news…we have a Downtown Dharma Mission! The statement below is the collective effort of sangha members over 3 months of brainstorming, workshopping, and gathering feedback. Thank you to all who contributed! If you're curious, you can learn more about our process here.Downtown Dharma MissionWe are a meditation community, rooted in Buddhism and open to wisdom from across traditions, offering a safe haven...

Water Softener for Well Water: A Comprehensive Guide

What is a Water Softener and How Does it Work?A water softener is a device that removes hardness from water, typically by exchanging calcium and magnesium ions for sodium ions. This process, known as ion exchange, occurs within a resin bed, which is composed of small, porous beads made of a material called ion-exchange resin.Why is a Water Softener Needed for Well Water?Well water often contains high levels of dissolved minerals,...

Friday, 26 January 2024

Content Marketing: Leveraging Valuable Content to Drive Business Growth

Content marketing is a strategic approach in marketing that entails the creation and distribution of compelling, relevant, and valuable content to capture audience attention, stimulate customer engagement, and eventually drive profitable customer action. This article delves into the realm of content marketing, exploring the following key aspects:The Essence of Content MarketingThe Role of Content Marketing in Business GrowthCrafting...

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Local Spiritual Friends Group Looking for New Member

Hello Sanghers,A local spiritual friends group is looking for a couple of new members. The group meets every other Tuesday (somewhere in NW, normally in AdMo) at 6:45 pm for a 25 minute silent meditation, followed by a discussion of a reading, and then an open share. Often, there are snacks.If you are interested in joining, please contact me or roman.ginzburg@gmail.com for more information.Thanks,Josh --...

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] This Sunday: Insight Dialogue & the Power of Pause

Hi friends,As you read this, in the midst of a Friday, is it possible you can pause for just a moment? Can you look down or away from the screen, and take one mindful breath? Getting curious about what's here, in this body and heart, just now?We always have the opportunity to pause and return to presence like this. But it can be oddly difficult...

Wednesday, 24 January 2024

Invitation: [Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Feb 3rd silent daylong ... @ Sat Feb 3, 2024 8:30am - 5pm (EST) (vijay156.internet@blogger.com)

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Feb 3rd silent daylong retreat w/ Robert, Win, & Brian @ WBVDear friends, Many of you expressed interest Sunday evening in joining our daylong retreat at the Washington Buddhist Vihara on Saturday, Feb 3rd. The retreat will be held in noble silence and Rober Dear friends,Many of you expressed interest Sunday evening in joining our daylong retreat at the Washington Buddhist Vihara...

Salt-Based vs Salt-Free Water Softeners: Making an Informed Choice

Understanding Water SoftenersWater softeners are devices designed to eliminate calcium and magnesium ions from hard water, making the water softer. This process of softening water brings about numerous benefits, including increased efficiency of soap and detergents, reduced scale buildup in appliances and plumbing fixtures, and potentially softer skin and hair. Salt-Based Water Softeners: The Conventional ApproachSalt-based...

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Feb 3rd silent daylong retreat w/ Robert, Win, & Brian @ WBV

Dear friends, Many of you expressed interest Sunday evening in joining our daylong retreat at the Washington Buddhist Vihara on Saturday, Feb 3rd. The retreat will be held in noble silence and Robert & Win will be the primary facilitators, with Brian keeping time and managing activities. The monks will be away for the day and we will have a potluck lunch together, again, in silence. For everyone's benefit, please...

Monday, 22 January 2024

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Next book club Feb 17 - dating and relationships?

Hi everyone,At Saturday's book club I offered to host the next session, which I suggest we do on Sat, Feb 17, 6:30-8:30. Since it's February, people were interested in discussing some readings on dating and relationships. If you have any suggested readings, please get in touch with me and we'll plan a session together. Greg -- https://www.downtowndharmadc.org/ --- You received this message because you are...

Saturday, 20 January 2024

Re: [Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] next book club Saturday January 20

Hi folks,This email was caught up in our spam filter, so is going out a day late. The book club meeting is today at 6:30!On Sat, Jan 20, 2024 at 12:31 PM sharon cooperstein <sharoncooperstein@gmail.com> wrote:Hello- Looking forward to seeing folks for the book club tomorrow evening at 6:30.Please reach out if you have any questions. Kind regards,Sharon631-921-8900---------- Forwarded message ---------From:...

Friday, 19 January 2024

Re: [Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] next book club Saturday January 20

Hello- Looking forward to seeing folks for the book club tomorrow evening at 6:30.Please reach out if you have any questions. Kind regards,Sharon631-921-8900---------- Forwarded message ---------From: sharoncooperstein <sharoncooperstein@gmail.com>Date: Fri, Dec 22, 2023, 11:08 PMSubject: [Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] next book club Saturday January 20To: IMCW Downtown Dharma social/volunteer listserv...

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] This Sunday at Downtown Dharma: The Engaged Four Noble Truths

Our world of systemic injustice—the water we live in—causes untold suffering. Many of us feel helpless and stressed out and wonder what we can do. This Sunday evening we will practice with the Engaged Four Noble Truths, a refinement of the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism, that offer us a way to bring understanding and compassion...

Funnel Builder Software: Definition, Types, Features, Pricing, Benefits

Funnel builder software is a powerful tool that enables businesses to create, visualize, and manage sales funnels without extensive coding knowledge. It streamlines the process of building effective funnels that guide customers through the buying journey, leading to increased conversions and revenue.Here's a comprehensive guide to funnel builder software, covering everything from the basics to advanced features and best practices.Types...

Wednesday, 17 January 2024

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] kind reminder: James Baraz tomorrow’s talk

CML teachers Michele Bledsoe and Corina Urdaneta are excited to announce their mentor, James Baraz, will be giving a talk on Awakening Joy at CML on January 17th, from 7:30-8:30pm. https://tockify.com/cmldc/detail/621/1705537800000James Baraz has been a meditation teacher since 1978 and is a co-founding Teacher of Spirit Rock in Woodacre, CA. He is also co-author of the book, Awakening Joy and Awakening...

Tuesday, 16 January 2024

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Re: [LAST CALL] Downtown Dharma Mission Statement

Thanks for leading the outreach on this, Audrey! Anyone and everyone who attends Downtown Dharma should please weigh in on these draft mission statements. We're eager to understand what community members find resonates the most so we can continue evolving and building this wonderful community.Lovely to see so many of you last Sunday - hope you're having a great week!AndyOn Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 2:02:21 PM UTC-5...