A Reflection in Honor of Black History Month

As a contemplative artist, dharma student and teacher, I am oftentimes exploring the intersections of Tradition and their Contemporary Counterparts. This offering is a lens for you to view my perspective of how the Divine Abode of Equanimity was... Read more

A Balance of Genders

There are many examples of enlightened women in Buddhist history, including the nuns of the Therigatha and Yeshe Tsogyal in Tibet. Yeshe Tsogyal was a real person who overcame tremendous obstacles: an unwanted marriage, kidnapping, rape, beatings to... Read more

Author: Trudy Goodman, PhD

Love It All

Although Jack has been urging me to write a book for 20 years now, I’ve always felt I give my contribution to the world through my teaching. I happily share the love and wisdom that have come to me in this life, and that’s enough. Simple, intangible thi... Read more

Author: Trudy Goodman, PhD

After Death, A New Year

Like the sun inexorably returning from the darkest point of the year, something deeply regenerative resides within the earth and in the depths of imagination found inside the human heart. -Michael Meade Dearest Readers, As you know many ... Read more

Author: Ava Louise Stanton, LCSW

Mindful Self-Compassion: An Offering To Yourself

I had a long-time mindfulness practice when I first heard the words: mindful self-compassion. I remember where I was, the impact was so strong. I felt as if someone had looked under AND inside my Zen veneer and seen exactly what I needed. I took the Min... Read more

Author: Allyson Pimentel, EdD

Worldly Winds

Most of us who are practicing meditation today have our feet squarely planted in the activities of the world, juggling busy work lives, family responsibilities, service work, social activism, and/or other commitments. Add the holi... Read more

Author: Trudy Goodman, PhD

Ram Dass is Loving Awareness

In Ram Dass’s room this past Sunday, amidst quiet chanting and harmonium, with his devoted companion Dassima and caregivers nearby, Ram Dass took two deep breaths and was gone from his body. In the days that have followed in his household, the... Read more

Author: Trudy Goodman, PhD

Counting Blessings

I pray you not to love classifications: The thing is like a river, from source to sea-mouth One flowing life. -Robinson Jeffers December solstice marks the longest night and shortest day of the year. The sun seems to sta... Read more

Author: Trudy Goodman, PhD

Has InsightLA impacted your life this year?

#GivingTuesday is the perfect opportunity to embody love this holiday season. When you give to InsightLA by making a one-time gift or becoming a monthly donor, you’re supporting a community that’s become a refuge for so many! We invite you t... Read more

Why Do We Offer Affinity Groups?

Last week’s video brought you up to date on our social justice initiative, Insight in Action. Today we want to share with you another way your donations are impacting our local and global communities - through the affinity groups we offer at InsightLA... Read more