A Pause for the Heart: Nurturing Presence and Care
IMS Online Mini Retreat
10:00 am - 1:00 pm ET
This retreat offers a chance to pause and turn inward through the practice of mindfulness meditation, opening to the recognition of life’s preciousness. Together, we will nurture clarity, inner steadiness, and compassion, while exploring how awareness can soften the beliefs and emotions that create a sense of separation.
As we awaken to the fleeting and precious nature of our days, we are invited to recognize our responsibility—to care for ourselves, for one another, and for the world we share.
We will explore the foundations of mindfulness and the timeless wisdom of the Dhamma, with guidance for living in balance, presence, and awareness in daily life. Through meditation, reflection, and teachings, we will be supported in cultivating a tender and spacious heart—one that meets life with wisdom and kindness.
This retreat is open to all. No previous meditation experience is necessary, and experienced practitioners are equally welcome.
We warmly welcome you to join in this shared practice—presence and responsibility deepen when we come together to honor the preciousness of life.
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Scholarship
As one part of our ongoing effort to expand access to the teachings of the Buddha, all IMS Online programs feature equity-based registration fees, including the opportunity to self-select a low-cost scholarship rate. No-fee enrollment is available for those who request a fee-waiver at [email protected], no questions asked. Our system supports the cultivation of a dynamic and inclusive community and is made possible by our generous donors and those who choose to support other students by contributing at the “Benefactor” level.
Registration for this program closes at 8:00 am ET on December 14, 2025.
This program will be recorded and made available for on-demand viewing after the live sessions. On-demand videos will be available to registered participants only for 90 days.
IMS Online offers full refunds through the last day of a live program. Refunds for this program can be processed until December 14, 2025. Refunds can only be applied to the card that was used for the purchase. Please reach out to [email protected] with any refund requests.
If you have additional questions please contact us at [email protected].