Events

Buddhist Refuge and Resiliancy with Amie Diller

Diamond Light Meditation Center 2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA

Buddhist Refuge & Emotional Resiliency with Amie Diller In Buddhism we talk about “Taking Refuge”. In this 2-part class we’ll explore how to take refuge in this very life as it is, and how this can create greater emotional resiliency. We’ll explore how & where we take refuge through sitting together, teachings, poetry, conversation, writing […]

Escaping Uncertainty, a Study of Buddhist Ethics with Heather Breault

Diamond Light Meditation Center 2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA

The Buddha taught that to reduce suffering and live a happy life, you must watch your actions and live a life of virtue. Luckily, he laid out a code of ethics to follow that would do just that. In a world where morality seems to be declining, in this course will learn the reasons to […]

Beginner’s Yoga & Meditation: Stretching the Body & Mind

Diamond Light Meditation Center 2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA

Join Ryan for an evening of yoga and meditation. Students will do a traditional Tibetan Buddhist yoga practice during the first part class to open the chakras (energy centers) in their body. After a short break students will sit for a guided meditation to center and calm the mind. Please bring a yoga mat and […]

Event Series Breakfast for the Homeless

Breakfast for the Homeless

Friendship Park 1351 North C Street, Sacramento, CA

Each month, through YOUR generosity we are able to offer a hot, hearty, nutritious breakfast to a portion of the population living among us that might otherwise go hungry. Our breakfast includes hot coffee and oatmeal with fixings, two hard-boiled eggs, and two or three pieces of fresh fruit. Each month we depend on YOU […]

Beginner’s Yoga & Meditation: Stretching the Body & Mind

Diamond Light Meditation Center 2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA

Join Ryan for an evening of yoga and meditation. Students will do a traditional Tibetan Buddhist yoga practice during the first part class to open the chakras (energy centers) in their body. After a short break students will sit for a guided meditation to center and calm the mind. Please bring a yoga mat and […]

Introduction to Compassionate Communication with Sunil Joseph

Diamond Light Meditation Center 2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA

How do we stay connected to the innate goodness of our basic human nature in the midst of challenging times? How can I make the world a kinder place by changing how I communicate? In this class, we will introduce the principles and practices of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to cultivate empathy and compassion. No prior […]

Event Series Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation!

Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation!

Diamond Light Meditation Center 2791 24th Street, Room 14 (upstairs), Sacramento, CA

Evidence shows that even 5 minutes of meditation a day can go a long way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and sharpen focus. Sometimes it seems just getting to the cushion is the biggest obstacle! Join long time meditator and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner David Drabble as he shows us what it takes to set up […]