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Online: How Your Mind Shapes Your World – A Half-day Retreat

with Martin Aylward
Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 from 10:00am - 1:00 pm ET
 
Your mind can be a playground, or a prison. As Buddha reminds us, our mind-state directly determines our experience of the world. This day of practice will be all about meeting your mind directly, and understanding how it shapes your beliefs and behaviors. Beyond spiritual clichés about creating your own reality, this day of practice will be something of a magical mystery tour through reality. Find out more

In-Person: Grounding and Energizing Yoga Flow

with Pauline Leung
Mondays, February 24th, March 3rd, and March 10th, 2025 from 5:15pm - 6:00pm
 
In this yoga class, you’ll enjoy flowing sequences and smooth transitions designed to help you release tension, restore energy, and bring more ease into your movement. The class is not about perfecting poses, but about finding balance, feeling great, and creating energy that lasts beyond the mat. Find out more

In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion

with Marijke Eliasberg
Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 from 5:15pm - 6:00pm
 
Join Marijke Eliasberg, a certified teacher of tai chi, to reconnect with your body and breath, and empower yourself with basic tools to help maintain a balanced and healthy mind. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Brian Simmons
Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation

with Sharon Salzberg
Thursday, February 27th, 2025 from 1:00pm - 1:45pm
 
Practice the art of attention in this weekly meditation session hosted and curated by the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art. Inspired by works of art from the Rubin’s collection and guided by expert teachers, each session is framed around a monthly theme. The sessions are open to beginners and skilled meditators alike and include an opening talk, a 20-minute meditation session, and a closing discussion. Find out more

Online: Rebuild Your Attention – Buddhist Practices for Focus, Clarity, and Joy

with Sean Oakes, PhD
Thursdays, February 27th - March 27th, 2025, from 6:30pm - 8:00pm ET
 
Meditation has never been easy, but our sped-up, information-saturated culture makes it harder than ever. In this 5-week course, we will look at developing focus, concentration, and strong inner energy, and why these are the core skills in meditation and mindfulness. You'll come away with actionable skills for slowing down and bringing focus back into your everyday life. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Attuning the Body & Mind Through Meditation

with Peter Doobinin
Saturday, March 1st, 2025 from 10:00am - 4:00pm ET
 
The Buddha taught his students to be “in tune with the dharma.” In fact, we might think of dharma practice as a process in which we learn to come into rhythm with ourselves and others. This daylong retreat is an invitation to (re-)connect to the rhythm of life through breath meditation and walking meditation, helping us tune into the happiness of the heart. Find out more

In-Person: Grounding and Energizing Yoga Flow

with Pauline Leung
Mondays, March 3rd and 10th from 5:15pm - 6:00pm
 
In this yoga class, you’ll enjoy flowing sequences and smooth transitions designed to help you release tension, restore energy, and bring more ease into your movement. The class is not about perfecting poses, but about finding balance, feeling great, and creating energy that lasts beyond the mat. Find out more

In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion

with Marijke Eliasberg
Wednesday, March 5th, 2025 from 5:15pm - 6:00pm
 
Join Marijke Eliasberg, a certified teacher of tai chi, to reconnect with your body and breath, and empower yourself with basic tools to help maintain a balanced and healthy mind. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Elaine Retholtz
Wednesday, March 5th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation

with Lavina Shamdasani
Thursday, March 6th, 2025 from 1:00pm - 1:45pm
 
Practice the art of attention in this weekly meditation session hosted and curated by the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art. Inspired by works of art from the Rubin’s collection and guided by expert teachers, each session is framed around a monthly theme. The sessions are open to beginners and skilled meditators alike and include an opening talk, a 20-minute meditation session, and a closing discussion. Find out more

In-Person: Speaking from the Heart – Dharma Practice in Relationship

with Peace Twesigye
Thursdays, March 6th - 27th, 2025 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm ET
 
When emotions run high—whether in our families, with friends, our communities, or the wider world—how do we stay grounded in compassion and honesty? This four-week course will offer a practical and supportive space to explore these questions and feel into a dedicated time to practice relational dharma. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Happy Relationships Book Launch Event

with Sharon Salzberg and Kimberly Brown
Friday, March 7th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm ET
 
Join Sharon Salzberg in conversation with author Kimberly Brown as they discuss Kimberly's new book, Happy Relationships: 25 Buddhist Practices to Transform Your Connection with Your Partners, Family, and Friends. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Day of Insight – A Daylong Meditation Retreat

with Brian Simmons
Sunday, March 9th, 2025 from 10:00am - 4:00pm ET
 
This retreat day will be one of noble silence for those who want to deepen their practice. It will include sitting, walking, and select inspirational readings for contemplation. Individual interviews will be available. Participants are welcome to bring their lunch to maintain the meditative atmosphere and concentration. Find out more

In-Person: Grounding and Energizing Yoga Flow

with Pauline Leung
Monday, March 10th, 2025 from 5:15pm - 6:00pm
 
In this yoga class, you’ll enjoy flowing sequences and smooth transitions designed to help you release tension, restore energy, and bring more ease into your movement. The class is not about perfecting poses, but about finding balance, feeling great, and creating energy that lasts beyond the mat. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Peaceful Mind, Peaceful Heart – A Five-Week Course

with Lani Miller
Tuesdays, March 11th - April 8th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
The possibilities for us to be truly happy and peaceful in this life greatly increase when we are able to respond to life’s changes with awareness and balance. In this five week course, we will explore the beautiful practice of equanimity together. We will learn from observing our individual patterns of reactivity and noticing how it feels when we are able to respond, instead of react, to life’s circumstances. Find out more

In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion

with Marijke Eliasberg
Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 from 5:15pm - 6:00pm
 
Join Marijke Eliasberg, a certified teacher of tai chi, to reconnect with your body and breath, and empower yourself with basic tools to help maintain a balanced and healthy mind. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Leslie Booker
Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation

with Michel Pascal
Thursday, March 13th, 2025 from 1:00pm - 1:45pm
 
Practice the art of attention in this weekly meditation session hosted and curated by the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art. Inspired by works of art from the Rubin’s collection and guided by expert teachers, each session is framed around a monthly theme. The sessions are open to beginners and skilled meditators alike and include an opening talk, a 20-minute meditation session, and a closing discussion. Find out more

Online: The New Bodhisattva Path – How to Live in Dangerous Times

with David Loy
Thursday, March 13th, 2025 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm ET
 
We are living in a dangerous time in human history. The “three poisons” of greed, ill will, and delusion have become firmly institutionalized. The ecological crisis, in particular, is the greatest challenge that humanity has ever faced. What does Buddhism offer that can help us understand and respond appropriately? And what does our present situation imply about how we understand and practice Buddhism today? Find out more

In-Person and Online: Insecurity, Self-doubt, Vulnerability, and Other Unruly Dinner Guests

with Paul Fulton
Sunday, March 16th, 2025 from 10:00am - 1:00pm ET
 
When we misperceive the nature of our insecurity, we are at risk of pursuing ineffective–even harmful–strategies to feel safe. Over the course of this half-day retreat, we’ll draw on Buddhist ideas and Western psychology to help us explore what contributes to our self-doubt, and learn what constitutes wise action. Together we’ll investigate the elusive nature of “acceptance.” Find out more

In-Person and Online: Investigating the Three Characteristics of Existence

with Elaine Retholtz
Mondays, March 17th - April 21st, 2025 (skips April 14th) from 9:30am - 11:30am ET
 
The Three Characteristics of Existence (not-self, impermanence, and unsatisfactoriness) are essential Buddhist teachings on the nature of our experience. In this five-part course, we will explore how understanding (and misunderstanding) these fundamental pillars of existence can deeply impact how we live our lives. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Nurturing Happy and Healthy Relationships – A Six-Week Course

with Kimberly Brown
Tuesdays, March 18th - April 22nd, 2025, from 6:30pm - 8:00pm ET
 
Happy relationships are possible—for everyone. In this course, you’ll learn to develop positive connections with yourself and those close to you, and practice using your communication and actions to foster gratitude, set wise boundaries, and create deeper and long-lasting attachments of mutual support and caring. This program is appropriate for and open to anyone who wants to rekindle their connections and rediscover the beauty of supportive, loving relationships. Find out more

In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion

with Marijke Eliasberg
Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 from 5:15pm - 6:00pm
 
Join Marijke Eliasberg, a certified teacher of tai chi, to reconnect with your body and breath, and empower yourself with basic tools to help maintain a balanced and healthy mind. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Lani Miller
Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation

with Lama Aria Drolma
Thursday, March 20th, 2025 from 1:00pm - 1:45pm
 
Practice the art of attention in this weekly meditation session hosted and curated by the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art. Inspired by works of art from the Rubin’s collection and guided by expert teachers, each session is framed around a monthly theme. The sessions are open to beginners and skilled meditators alike and include an opening talk, a 20-minute meditation session, and a closing discussion. Find out more

Online: The Subtle Art of Not Doing Anything

with Jeff Warren
Thursday, March 20th, 2025 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET
 
Life is hard! So much happening, so many people doing important things, running helter skelter all over in a flurry of productivity. This 90 minutes is not about any of that. Instead, it is about the art of doing nothing—as an aspiration, as a way to reset the nervous system, and as a deep spiritual practice of undoing a lifetime of chronic stress and control-freak micromanagement. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Mindful Tech – Building a Healthy Relationship with Our Devices

with Lin Wang Gordon
Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 from 10:00am - 4:00pm ET
 
In this daylong workshop, we will examine our relationship with smartphones, digital habits, and the apps we use. Our goal is to imagine how to build a healthy relationship when we engage with it. We'll discuss practical ways to integrate technology into our lives in a way that supports our well-being, rather than detracts from it. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Sitting on Sunday

with Lani Miller
Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 from 10:00am - 12:00pm ET
 
This monthly Sunday morning practice is led by one of NYI’s seasoned teachers, who will guide participants in both seated and moving meditation, offer a Dharma talk, and engage in dialogue with the community. Find out more

In-Person: Community Potluck

Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm
 
Whether you’ve been a part of our community for years or are brand new to NYIMC and meditation, we invite you to join us for our Monthly Sangha Potluck in our new home on 29th street!

Find out more

In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion

with Marijke Eliasberg
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 from 5:15pm - 6:00pm
 
Join Marijke Eliasberg, a certified teacher of tai chi, to reconnect with your body and breath, and empower yourself with basic tools to help maintain a balanced and healthy mind. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Gary Singer
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person: Rubin Museum Mindfulness Meditation

with Elaine Retholtz
Thursday, March 27th, 2025 from 1:00pm - 1:45pm
 
Practice the art of attention in this weekly meditation session hosted and curated by the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art. Inspired by works of art from the Rubin’s collection and guided by expert teachers, each session is framed around a monthly theme. The sessions are open to beginners and skilled meditators alike and include an opening talk, a 20-minute meditation session, and a closing discussion. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Beginner’s Meditation Workshop

with David Grogan
Thursday, March 27th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
Learn the basics of Insight/Mindfulness meditation practice in a warm, supportive environment. This evening workshop includes clear instructions and time to meditate, with guidance from a New York Insight teacher and plenty of time for sharing and Q&A. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Transforming Grief into Wisdom – Perspectives from Zen Buddhism

with Koshin Paley Ellison and Robert Chodo Campbell
Friday, March 28th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
Although grief can cause great suffering, it can also provide a powerful opportunity for transformation; by deepening the connection to our present experience, we can expand our understanding of ourselves and life. Over the course of this evening, we’ll learn how the Buddhist tradition provides some remarkable strategies, rituals, and practices for dealing with feelings of mourning, distress and unease. Find out more

In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion

with Marijke Eliasberg
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025 from 5:15pm - 6:00pm
 
Join Marijke Eliasberg, a certified teacher of tai chi, to reconnect with your body and breath, and empower yourself with basic tools to help maintain a balanced and healthy mind. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Elaine Retholtz
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

Online: Creating a Life of Integrity in a Chaotic World

with Joseph Goldstein and Gail Stark
Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET
 
In a chaotic world, where do we find our moral compass? This spring, join teachers Joseph Goldstein and Gail Stark for a special online evening event all about renewing your commitment to living with integrity. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with David Grogan
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more
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