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We are a Theravada Buddhist community based in New Haven, Connecticut that seeks to create an inclusive space for all to learn about and practice meditation. |
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Dear Sangha,
This Saturday, June 6, from 10:30 am to Noon, we will meet for a Simple Sit. Simple Sit is an opportunity to practice together, to practice calming the mind, seeing clearly,and seeking truth and wisdom. We will meet in person and online.
Join us in person at the New Haven Free Public Library or online by clicking below:
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We had a wonderful time experiencing a gentle taste of Insight Dialogue with Brent Beresford last Saturday.
He spoke to the foundational guidelines of this important tool and how relationship building is "what we do when we are doing". Now we proceed with a deeper understanding of relating and receiving.
Brent shared several poems from, "Poetry of Presence", a two-book poetry series of mindfulness writing.
If you would like to offer dāna for this experience or to support Brent's community efforts, please use this link:
Gratitude for Brent's time
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“When you ride in a boat and watch the shore, you might assume that the shore is moving.
But when you keep your eyes closely on the boat, you can see that the boat moves.
Similarly, if you examine many things with a confused mind, you might suppose that your mind and nature are permanent.
But when you practice intimately and return to where you are, it will be clear that there is nothing that has unchanging self.”
― Dogen
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"A Good Meditation is One You Did"
by Stephanie Nash, 2012 Mindfulnessarts.org
Revisiting a classic breakdown of finding body comfort so the mind can settle during meditation
...My motto is to “Be Kind” to your body. There are naturally going to be some aches & pains when you begin a sitting practice as you start holding the body in positions it’s not used to, but there is no need to cause objective damage or have excessive pain. If you can create ease & less discomfort – while maintaining a posture that helps keep you alert – you’re doing good.
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ECI Weekday Morning Sits
- Community meditation
- Monday through Friday, 7:30–8:30am
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Sangha NOTES
Dana
Dana, the practice of generosity, supports teachers in continuing practice and the lineage of Buddhist teachings. If you benefit from these practices and from this community, please consider supporting us. Dana is currently used to support our website, arrange visiting dhamma teachers, help to feed the New Haven community in need, and support the New Haven Free Public Library in gratitude for their generosity in providing our Saturday meeting space.
The easiest way to contribute is through this link where you can make a donation via Venmo or with a credit or debit card (via PayPal, no account required). Alternatively, if you want to send a check, please address it to:
Elm Community Insight
PO Box 6195
40 Putnam Ave
Hamden, CT 06517
Volunteering
We are seeking volunteers to assist with future Saturday Sangha meetings, including setting up, greeting visitors, and providing technical support at the Library. One way to help is to arrive early at the Library (~10:10 am) to help set up the room for Saturday Sangha. Thank you!
Community Resources
Annette Szczesiul is the Sangha's Goodwill Ambassador: if have a need for concrete support (e.g., dog care, food, furniture moving) or emotional support (e.g., going through a hard time, would appreciate check-ins or visits), please reach out to her for coordination at annettesaid22@gmail.com.
For supportive telephone conversation, warm lines are another resource. These phone lines are staffed by people with expertise in providing mutual aid. A list of Connecticut's warm lines is available here.
Our Community
Find more information about us, learn more about community meditation resources, or subscribe to our newsletter, visit our website at: elmcommunityinsight.org
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