Learn the skills we all need to meet life’s challenges with more wisdom and kindness.
Our new and abridged course, The Short Course in Mindful Self-Compassion (SC-MSC), will teach you how to hold yourself with tenderness and compassion when you need it... Read more
The Short Course in Mindful Self-Compassion
Please note: this class series started on Sept 14th. To join starting class #2 on Sept 20th, please register (green button to the left) and email wendysschmelzer@gmail.com for any makeup work from class #1.
Learn the skills we all need to meet life’s c... Read more
A 4-Night Insight Retreat
Details coming soon!
Schedule PT:
Arrival and check-in 2-4pm
Retreat Ends 11am
Dana/Generosity: Teacher compensation is not included in the registration fee. There will be an opportunity at the end of retreat to make a donation to the teachers. Tha... Read more
An Insight Retreat
Details coming soon!
Schedule PT:
Arrival and check-in 2-4pm
Retreat Ends 11am
Dana/Generosity: Teacher compensation is not included in the registration fee. There will be an opportunity at the end of retreat to make a donation to the teachers. Tha... Read more
[Cancelled] Turning the Tide: A Mindful RevLOVEution for Our Times
Turning the Tide: A Mindful ReLOVEution for Our Times
Meeting these times with love, courage & authenticity
With the heartbreak of exponential impacts from climate breakdown, we need to pause, take stock, and re-prioritize. We have the solutions, ... Read more
[Cancelled]Turning the Tide: A Mindful RevLOVEution for Our Times
Turning the Tide: A Mindful ReLOVEution for Our Times
Meeting these times with love, courage & authenticity
This retreat will be offered as a hybrid - in-person at Big Bear Retreat Center and online via Zoom (more info).
Join us in a journey fro... Read more
Everyday Wisdom: The Three Marks of Existence
Connect to greater freedom and ease by understanding the three marks of existence, and applying their wisdom to your everyday life.
Join InsightLA Teacher Eileen Ybarra for this 3-part series at Benedict Canyon Retreat House.
The Three Marks of Existe... Read more
Wanting Things To Be Different: Integrating Buddhism, modern psychology and stress science to thrive amidst adversity
Are you feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or unsure about how to live in such unpredictable times? Do you wish things were different than they are?
Join InsightLA founder Trudy Goodman Ph.D with visiting teachers Elissa Epel Ph.D and Diana Hill Ph.D t... Read more
Awakening the Senses
The Buddha taught that the entirety of the teachings can be discovered through our bodies. We’ve all experienced a moment when the chattering of our mind has stopped and we’ve felt more deeply connected to ourselves and the moment. It’s a true exhale. W... Read more
The Power of Spiritual Inquiry
What might we discover about ourselves if we learn to ask the right questions? How deep can the learning go when we move beyond familiar answers?
On Sunday, June 25th, join Senior Teacher Justine Dawson and the InsightLA sangha for a day of spiritual i... Read more