Study and Practice to:

  • learn to take stock of what is influencing your mind in the moment
  • discover the benefits of mindfulness in meditation and daily activities such as cooking, eating, work, sports, parenting, and more
  • extend lovingkindness and compassion to yourself and all beings
  • be able to maintain equanimity and nonattachment in various situations
  • expand your own joy by rejoicing in the good fortune of others
  • discover the capacity of your mind to reduce stress, anger, and fatigue
  • learn more about "skillful means," actions based on kindness, respect, honesty, and timelinesstune in to the reports of your senses and increase awareness of your body
  • understand the transformative nature of generosity
  • probe the idea that we're not just here to work out our own karma but also that of our family, community, and nation
  • experience the support of the sangha or community
  • be socially engaged in projects for the well being of all