Dharma Center events explore meditation, addiction & emotions early this fall
Always wanted to learn to meditate but not sure how to start? Join one or all of Bozeman Dharma Center’s Intro to Meditation classes on Wednesdays, October 2nd, 9th and 16th, from 7–8:30pm each night. In the Buddhist tradition there are several meditation styles that can aid us in developing the qualities of peacefulness and wisdom. This series is perfect if you would like to begin a meditation practice or renew the one you already have. Offered for a suggested donation of $5 to $15 per class; no one turned away for lack of funds. Led by Karen DeCotis, leader of the Bozeman Zen Group.
Expand your mindfulness of sensory experience and foster insight into the phenomena of hearing, perceiving and interpreting sound with the Sound Meditation class, Tuesdays, October 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th, from 7–8:30pm. Led by Suzanne Colón, leader of the Bozeman Insight Community, each of these family friendly evenings will begin with 10 minutes of instruction on mindfulness of hearing as a “gate” of sensory experience followed by a soundscape of sensation. Offered for a suggested donation of $5 to $20 per class. No one turned away for lack of funds.
Later this month, Dave Smith returns to Bozeman with two offerings. On Friday, October 18, from 7–9pm, he will give an open-to-the-public talk on “The Dharma as a Vehicle for Overcoming Addiction.” In this talk, Dave explores how Buddhist philosophies and mindfulness practices have been recognized and implemented as a verifiable approach to treating all forms of addiction including the many ways Buddhist teachings can be used as tools for recovery. Whether on its own, or integrated into a 12 step-based program, the benefits of meditative inquiry can have immeasurable results for well-being and spiritual awakening. Dave will offer multiple perspectives and practices that support both practice and the process of recovery. This event is appropriate for anyone who has interest in the topic. All are welcome. Offered for a suggested donation of $5 to $15. No one turned away for lack of funds.
On Saturday, October 19th, from 9am–5pm, Dave Smith will offer a day-long workshop on Cultivating Emotional Balance: Ending the War on Emotions. Dave will discuss how Mindfulness practices can be constructively integrated with emotional intelligence. Participants will learn how emotions work, and how they can work for and not against us; how to recognize and work with emotional triggers; to deepen awareness and stabilize attention; how to increase compassion for the self and others; and how to cultivate genuine happiness and mental balance.
Located at 1019 E Main, Suite 202, Bozeman Dharma Center is one of the few Centers in the United States that houses more than one Buddhist lineage. Founded in 2013, it has grown from housing three groups to housing seven. Bozeman Dharma Center provides quality programs on beginning meditation and Buddhism and brings to Bozeman nationally and internationally known teachers several times a year. To learn more about the Center or its programs, please visit www.bozemandharmacenter.org. •