Mindful of Race: Transforming Racism from the Inside Out In her newest publication, Mindful of Race, Ruth King invites us to: Tend first to our suffering and confusion, listen to what it is trying to teach us, and direct its energies most effectively for change. July 4, 2018By Ruth King social-justice
Families Belong Together Rally Rallies are planned all across America for a National Day of Action for Children. Buddhist groups will be meeting at Farragut Square (adjacent to both the Farragut North and Farragut West Metro Stations) at 9:00 a.m. for walking meditation. We then intend to walk silently and mindfully to Lafayette Square to lend a silent, mindful presence to the rally. June 29, 2018By Editor social-justice
Gathering in Celebration of the Life of Grace Spring IMCW mourns the death of Grace Spring, artist, activist and long-time beloved member of our sangha. Grace was one of IMCW's staunchest volunteers, coming early for many years to Tara's Wednesday night class to help set up. June 20, 2018By Editor announcement
How to Meditate: A Guide to Formal Sitting Practice You are traveling a path that has led to clarity, peace and deep realization for many people over thousands of years. May their awakening support and inspire you. And may the sincerity of your practice heal and free your spirit. ~ Tara Brach May 31, 2018By Tara Brach meditation
Walking Meditation Meditation is a practice of presence that you can bring alive in all settings and activities. The formal training in walking meditation can be particularly valuable for helping you to cultivate an awareness of your embodied experience in each moment, allowing you to bring your body, heart, and mind together as you move through life. May 31, 2018By Vicki Goodman daylong-retreats, meditation, residential-retreats