Metta is a Pali word that means lovingkindness, friendliness, goodwill or benevolence.  And while it is a foreign word to us, it not a foreign mindstate, it is a human quality that can be practiced and developed. It is practiced in meditation by repeati... Read more

As I sit in contemplation writing the sentiments of my heart, I want to acknowledge that I am sitting on the traditional homelands of the Tongva peoples.  I take this moment to recognize and honor their dedication to love, life and the land. I celebr... Read more

We are so happy to be offering the first Essentials of Mindfulness Meditation class for the Neurodiverse Community. For all of us, being amongst like-minded people can support us in feeling a sense of belonging. To be recognized, welcomed, accepted, and... Read more

Most people don’t have any problem with seeing compassion as a thoroughly commendable  quality. It seems to refer to an amalgam of unquestionably good qualities: kindness, mercy,  tenderness, benevolence, understanding, empathy, sympathy, and fellow-fee... Read more

Mindfulness and compassion are two fundamental aspects of human consciousness that, when cultivated and practiced together, have the potential to transform individuals and societies alike. Mindfulness, rooted in the ancient teachings of Buddhism, involv... Read more

As we reach the halfway point between the beginning and end of September, we acknowledge this is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month throughout the country. When deep suffering enters a person’s life - whether they be young, old, or anywhere in between -... Read more

For those depleting, down in the dumps kind of days — something we’re feeling too often right now --- an outdoor jaunt may be just the emotional and physical boost that’s needed. Perhaps one of the most healing and delicious practices of InsightLA’s ... Read more

On my first meditation retreat in 2009, one of the Dharma talks was about the difference between pain and suffering, and I was NOT getting it. Pain and suffering. They go together like chocolate and peanut butter. To be in pain is to suffer. We suffer b... Read more

Every human being that is born will die. Being mindful of this truth may lead to strong feelings about the nature of life itself. Perhaps this quality of life – that all living things must ultimately die – is one of the few truths that unites us all. Bu... Read more

It was an honor to get to support one of my mentors, Rosamaria Segura, and InsightLA teacher, Eric McCullum, for their Theravada Lineage Teacher Authorization Ceremony two weeks ago at the Lighting the Lamp of Dharma event lead by Trudy Goodman and indi... Read more