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SUMMARY:Step into Your Life: A One-day Meditation and Mindfulness Retreat
DESCRIPTION:In our world of busyness\, of more/faster/better\, this one-day retreat offers time to stop\, reflect\, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and stepping into your life. Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation\, interspersed with time to write\, reflect\, and take in the richness of the Green Gulch Farm environment. \nA great way to begin\, renew\, or deepen your meditation and mindfulness practice.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/step-into-your-life/
LOCATION:Green Gulch Farm\, Muir Beach\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T024500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T154500
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SUMMARY:"Mindful Leadership" at SVC 2019: Welcome to the NEXT Economy
DESCRIPTION:In this talk\, Marc will cover 7 simple yet profound practices that shift awareness\, enhance communication\, build trust\, eliminate fear and self-doubt\, and cut down on unnecessary workplace drama. \nYou’ll learn how the inner work of mindfulness and self-awareness meets the outer work of leadership and business as forces for positive change and results that matter. \nEmbracing any one of the 7 practices alone can be life-changing. When used together\, they support a path of well-being\, productivity\, and positive influence. \nThe principles in this talk are relevant to leadership at any level\, though they also have applications for anyone interested in building the inner strengths necessary to meet and shift the personal\, professional\, and global challenges we all face.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/mindful-leadership-svc-2019/
LOCATION:Claremont Club & Spa\, 41 Tunnel Rd\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Keynotes and Talks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191118
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SUMMARY:2019 Mindful Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:Over the last 6 years\, this annual event has brought together 3\,540 leaders from over 34 countries. The Summit includes keynote talks\, panel discussions\, interactive workshops\, practices\, mindful movement\, and plenty of opportunities to share and connect. Attendees learn from the experts about how to be a better leader\, transform workplace culture\, improve a team’s health & performance\, and create a thriving people-centric organization. \nMarc Lesser will be presenting twice at the Summit: \n• November 16: Keynote address (topic TBA)\n• November 17\, 1:00 – 4:00 pm: Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader workshop. This mindfulness-based emotional intelligence training integrates self-awareness\, communication skills\, and cutting-edge neuroscience with depth and accessibility for leaders\, and will draw from Marc Lesser’s acclaimed book Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader: Lessons from Google and a Zen Monastery Kitchen.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/2019-mindful-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:Grand Hyatt Hotel\, 1000 H St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seven Practices,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191122T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191122T093000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader
DESCRIPTION:Learn how the inner work of mindfulness meets the outer work of leadership and business as a force for positive change.  This mindfulness-based emotional intelligence training integrates self-awareness\, communication skills\, and cutting-edge neuroscience with depth and accessibility for leaders. \n This webinar will draw from Marc Lesser’s acclaimed book “Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader: Lessons from Google and a Zen Monastery Kitchen” structured around seven core mindfulness practices: \n\nLove the work\n Do the work\nDon’t be an expert\nConnect to your pain\nConnect to the pain of others\nDepend on others\nKeep making it simpler
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/seven-practices-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Seven Practices,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20191205T010335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062739Z
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SUMMARY:Step into Your Life: A 1-day Meditation and Mindfulness Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“The practice I speak of is not meditation. It is simply the dharma gate of repose and bliss…It is the manifestation of ultimate reality…Once its heart is grasped\, you are like a dragon when he gains the water\, like a tiger when she enters the mountains.”\n–Dogen \nIn our world of busyness\, of more/faster/better\, this one-day retreat offers time to stop\, reflect\, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and “stepping into your life.” \nTogether we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation\, a talk\, and some discussion. No prior meditation experience is necessary; this retreat is also for those looking to renew or deepen an existing meditation and mindfulness practice. \nA vegetarian lunch will be served. \nTickets: \n$100: General Admission\n$80: Mill Valley Zen Members\n$50: Limited Income (young adults (18-26)\, elders (65+) with limited/fixed incomes\, unemployed\, disabled) \n* Scroll down to purchase.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/step-into-your-life-mill-valley/
LOCATION:Homestead Community Center\, 315 Montford Ave\, Mill Valley\, CA\, 94941\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20191205T014222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062734Z
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SUMMARY:Mill Valley Zen Meditation Group
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday evening meditations and meeting with Marc Lesser and occasional guest teachers.\nSchedule: each Wednesday (recurring) from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.\n \nRegister at https://millvalleyzen.com/. \nMill Valley Zen is open to anyone wanting to learn to meditate\, to have a regular meditation practice\, to sit with others\, to study Zen\, to investigate the question of what it means to be a human being in these challenging and amazing times. \nThis group was formed for people who want to have a regular meditation practice and find it difficult to maintain a regular practice in the midst of their busy lives\, as well as for those who want to refresh or deepen their practices.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/wednesday-evening-meditations-mill-valley/
LOCATION:CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Talk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200531
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20191205T023553Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Non-Profit Leadership Training
DESCRIPTION:This five-month training program will be geared toward those in leadership positions working in social and environmental justice\, education\, health care\, and other non-profit organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area. It will cultivate the mindful leadership skills of focus\, clarity\, emotional regulation\, compassion\, self-awareness\, and well-being for non-profit leaders in the social change sector. \nThrough mindfulness curriculum\, meditation instruction\, group discussions\, and practice opportunities\, participants will cultivate skills and behaviors that can be applied directly to their personal and professional lives. By developing and incorporating these intentional practices\, participants will strengthen professional relationships and workplace environments\, expanding impact beyond their own learning for the broader benefit of their work and organization. \nPROGRAM DETAILS\n• A certificate and training program for Directors\, Executive Directors\, Board Members\, C-level leaders\, or equivalent\, of non-profit organizations\, within the San Francisco Bay Area.\n• Commitment: two 2-day commuter retreats\, three 1-day retreats.\n• Cohort community & peer support is a foundational component of the program to support ongoing mindfulness skill development and integration.\n• Participation is limited to 40 participants.\n• Accommodations are not available at Spirit Rock for the commuter and day retreats. Although Spirit Rock staff have not personally viewed or vetted them\, as a courtesy to our out-of-town guests\, we suggest you check out these nearby accommodations\n• All sessions in the training program will be held at Spirit Rock.\n• Participation in the program will be confirmed once program requirements are verified. \nPROGRAM DATES: \n\nJanuary 24-25\, 2020; 10:00am – 4:30pm \nFebruary 22\, 2020; 10:00am – 4:30pm \nMarch 14\, 2020; 10:00am – 4:30pm \nApril 18\, 2020; 10:00am – 4:30pm \nMay 29-30\, 2020; 10:00am – 4:30pm 
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/mindful-non-profit-leadership-training-spirit-rock/
LOCATION:Spirit Rock\, Community Meditation Center\, 5000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd\, Woodacre\, CA\, 94973\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Spirit Rock":MAILTO:srmc@spiritrock.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200216T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20191205T032524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062725Z
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SUMMARY:Step Into Your Life: ½ Day Meditation and Mindfulness Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“The practice I speak of is not meditation. It is simply the dharma gate of repose and bliss…It is the manifestation of ultimate reality…Once its heart is grasped\, you are like a dragon when he gains the water\, like a tiger when she enters the mountains.”\n–Dogen \nIn our world of busyness\, of more/faster/better\, this one-day retreat offers time to stop\, reflect\, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and “stepping into your life.” \nTogether we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation\, a talk\, and some discussion. No prior meditation experience is necessary; this retreat is also for those looking to renew or deepen an existing meditation and mindfulness practice. \nA vegetarian lunch will be served. \nTickets: \n$50: General Admission\n$40: Mill Valley Zen Members\n$35: Limited Income (young adults (18-26)\, elders (65+) with limited/fixed incomes\, unemployed\, disabled) \n* Scroll down to purchase.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/step-into-your-life-feb-2020/
LOCATION:Homestead Community Center – Poolside Room\, 315 Montford Ave\, Mill Valley\, CA\, 94941\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200303T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200328T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20191205T034806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062721Z
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SUMMARY:Zen and Work: Supporting clarity\, purpose\, and happiness in the workplace | San Francisco Zen Center\, 3-week Intensive
DESCRIPTION:This is a traditional intensive training period common in the schools of Buddhism. Participants can engage in this training period in one of three ways: as a resident\, as a commuter\, and online. \nThis training period is a chance to develop and deepen your practice together with others in a supportive environment and through activities including daily sitting\, study\, practice discussion with teachers\, and weekly sangha discussions. Weekly events include classes\, ceremonies\, dharma talks\, and Tuesday afternoon teas with the leaders of the intensive. During the three weeks students will have the opportunity to meet individually with the leaders and/or other practice leaders. \nSusan and Marc will also teach a class on the intensive theme\, Zen and Work: How a Zen orientation to work can support clarity\, purpose\, and happiness in our daily activities. It will meet three Thursday evenings\, March 5\, 12\, 19\, 7:30 – 9 pm. \nTeas are on Tuesdays\, 5:30 – 6:30 pm\, March 10 and 17. The intensive concludes with a three-day sesshin\, beginning the evening of Wednesday\, March 25 and ending on Saturday\, March 28. \nThree ways to participate in the Intensive \nResidential Options \n\nWork Practice Apprentice (WPA): For those who want to live and work full-time in the temple.\nLimited Resident: For those who want to live in the temple but will not participate in the daily work schedule.\n\nCommuter Option: For those who live off-site but can attend all or part of the practice schedule on-site. \nOnline Option: For those whose schedule or location doesn’t allow for regular on-site attendance of temple events.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/clarity-purpose-happiness-in-the-workplace-san-francisco-zen-center/
LOCATION:San Francisco Zen Center\, 300 Page Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200307T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20200218T034216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062519Z
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SUMMARY:San Francisco Zen Center Dharma Talk & Livestream
DESCRIPTION:Practice Center: City Center \nDharma talks by Zen teachers are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha’s Way. Public Dharma talks are offered every Saturday morning at 10:00 am and most Wednesdays at 7:30 pm in the Buddha Hall (and occasionally in the dining room). Everyone is welcome to attend\, and chairs are available. \nWatch this livestream.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/city-center-dharma-talk-livestream/
LOCATION:San Francisco Zen Center\, 300 Page Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200321T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20191205T051729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062523Z
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SUMMARY:Public Talk: San Francisco Zen Center Dharma Talk (Live Stream)
DESCRIPTION:Dharma talks by Zen teachers are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha’s Way. Public Dharma talks are offered every Saturday morning at 10:00 am and most Wednesdays at 7:30 pm in the Buddha Hall (and occasionally in the dining room). Everyone is welcome to attend\, and chairs are available. \nWatch this livestream.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/sf-zen-center-dharma-talk-321/
LOCATION:San Francisco Zen Center\, 300 Page Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dharma Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200325T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200325T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20200310T055435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062527Z
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SUMMARY:Public Talk: San Francisco Zen Center Dharma Talk (Live Stream)
DESCRIPTION:Dharma talks by Zen teachers are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha’s Way. Public Dharma talks are offered every Saturday morning at 10:00 am and most Wednesdays at 7:30 pm in the Buddha Hall (and occasionally in the dining room). Everyone is welcome to attend\, and chairs are available. Wednesday Dharma talks are not scheduled during sesshin.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/sf-zen-center-dharma-talk-325/
LOCATION:San Francisco Zen Center\, 300 Page Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20191205T052658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062532Z
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SUMMARY:Step Into Your Life: A 1-Day Meditation and Mindfulness Retreat - canceled
DESCRIPTION:“The practice I speak of is not meditation. It is simply the dharma gate of repose and bliss…It is the manifestation of ultimate reality…Once its heart is grasped\, you are like a dragon when he gains the water\, like a tiger when she enters the mountains.”\n–Dogen \nIn our world of busyness\, of more/faster/better\, this one-day retreat offers time to stop\, reflect\, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and “stepping into your life.” \nTogether we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation\, a talk\, and some discussion. No prior meditation experience is necessary; this retreat is also for those looking to renew or deepen an existing meditation and mindfulness practice. \nTickets: \n$100: General Admission\n$80: Mill Valley Zen Members\n$50: Limited Income (young adults (18-26)\, elders (65+) with limited/fixed incomes\, unemployed\, disabled) \n* Scroll down to purchase.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/step-into-your-life-april-2020/
LOCATION:Homestead Community Center – Poolside Room\, 315 Montford Ave\, Mill Valley\, CA\, 94941\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200410T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20200117T090556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062536Z
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SUMMARY:Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader - Online\, Interactive Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What would your work look like if you knew how to stay focused without being rigid\, if you got more of the right things done\, if you could transform challenges into opportunities? \nJoin Marc Lesser\, CEO of ZBA Associates and former CEO of Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute\, and Scott Shute\, head of Mindfulness and Compassion Programs at LinkedIn\, to learn about the practical\, evidence-based tools you can utilize to shift awareness\, enhance communication\, build trust\, reduce fear and self-doubt\, and cut down on unnecessary drama in the workplace. \nIn this workshop\, which is suitable for leaders at any level\, you’ll explore how the inner work of mindfulness and self-awareness meets the outer work of leadership and business as a force for positive change and results that matter. \nYou’ll learn how to: \n1. Cultivate your leadership presence\n2. Thrive in the midst of change and challenges\n3. “Own” your power and your ability to empower others\n4. Improve focus and flexibility\n5. Cultivate greater self-awareness and resilience\n6. Increase engagement\, collaboration\, and wellbeing \nThis highly-interactive training is structured around the 7 core mindful leadership practices from Marc Lesser’s book\, Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader. \nThis virtual workshop will include instruction\, breakout group sessions\, and time for Q&A.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/seven-practices-of-a-mindful-leader-linkedin-april2020/
LOCATION:CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seven Practices,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20200211T022505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062541Z
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SUMMARY:Company Time with Norman Fisher (1-Day Online Workshop @ Green Gulch Farm)
DESCRIPTION:Online event – link information forthcoming \nCompany Time\, begun in 1996\, is a gathering of people from diverse professions and occupations\, and all realms of private\, corporate\, government\, for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Company Time retreats do not propose easy solutions\, but do provide time and tools to address our questions in an atmosphere of trust and confidentiality. Based on the ethical precepts of Mahayana Buddhism\, we share insights and ideas on how we can bring a spirit of honesty\, integrity and clarity from our spiritual practice into our workplaces and provide support for each other to take up our livelihoods in a wholehearted way. \nOur schedule includes light yoga\, gentle meditation\, teachings\, large and small group discussions\, and time to enjoy a walk at Green Gulch Farm. Newcomers to Buddhist practice are welcome. \n\n\n\n\nFee: $120; current members: $108; limited income: $84.\nSome partial scholarships available. \nRegister online or call the Green Gulch Farm main office at 415.383.3134 or the SFZC Reservations Office at 888.743.9362 or 415.475.9362. Or fill out this online form to have the Reservations Office contact you by phone or email to assist your registration.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/company-time-green-gulch-farm-april-2020/
LOCATION:Green Gulch Farm\, Muir Beach\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20191205T060526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062545Z
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SUMMARY:Step Into Your Life: a 1-Day Online Meditation Retreat
DESCRIPTION:In our world of busyness\, of more/faster/better\, this one-day retreat offers time to stop\, reflect\, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and stepping into your life. Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of meditation\, talk\, and some discussion\, interspersed with time to write\, reflect\, and take in the richness of our lives. \nThis retreat will offer a great way to begin\, renew\, or deepen your meditation and mindfulness practice.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/step-into-your-life-green-gulch/
LOCATION:Green Gulch Farm\, Muir Beach\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200905T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20191210T025308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062549Z
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SUMMARY:Company Time with Norman Fischer
DESCRIPTION:Company Time\, begun in 1996\, is a gathering of people from diverse professions and occupations\, and all realms of private\, corporate\, government\, for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Company Time retreats do not propose easy solutions\, but do provide time and tools to address our questions in an atmosphere of trust and confidentiality. Based on the ethical precepts of Mahayana Buddhism\, we share insights and ideas on how we can bring a spirit of honesty\, integrity and clarity from our spiritual practice into our workplaces and provide support for each other to take up our livelihoods in a wholehearted way. \nOur schedule includes light yoga\, gentle meditation\, teachings\, and large and small group discussions. Newcomers to Buddhist practice are welcome. Newcomers to Buddhist practice are welcome. \nThe Zoom link to participate in this event will be provided 24 hours before the event begins. Please call 415-354-0360 if you have any questions. \nFee: $120; current members: $108; limited income: $84.\nSome partial scholarships available. \nTo Register: Register online or call the Green Gulch Farm main office at 415.383.3134 or the SFZC Reservations Office at 888.743.9362 or 415.475.9362. Or fill out this online form to have the Reservations Office contact you by phone or email to assist your registration.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/company-time-green-gulch-farm-2020/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200914
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20200825T091240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062553Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful30
DESCRIPTION:Mindful30 includes a full month of daily videos sent straight to your inbox\, featuring mindfulness practices from Marc Lesser and seven other experts. This program is designed to help you build resilience\, cultivate compassion and boost your well-being\, while bringing these same benefits to children. \n\nJoin Marc for a Facebook Live event on September 8 from 9 am PT / 12 pm ET on the Mindful Facebook page.\n\nMarc will also be offering a 4-part session on How to Be A Mindful Leader from Sept. 10-13 as part of the Mindful30 program. Topics will include: \n1. Tapping into What You Love\n2. Practicing Micro-moments of Mindfulness\n3. Letting Go of Being An Expert\n4. Finding Space to Listen Mindfully \nA portion of your registration will go directly toward three nonprofit organizations: the Mindful Life Project\, Inner Explorer and Calmer Choice. These organizations bring the power of mindfulness to students\, helping them build the capacity to manage emotions and reduce the impacts of stress. \nIncluded in the Mindful30 Registration: \n\nA full year’s subscription to Mindful magazine (*print magazine US and Canada only; existing subscribers get a 1-year extension)\nUnlimited access to premium content on Mindful.org\niOS and Android access to the Mindful app\nAccess to Mindful’s complete digital archive
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/mindful30/
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200908T080000
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SUMMARY:Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader Online Course
DESCRIPTION:As a leader\, you work to get results. You worry about targets\, quarters\, attracting talent… and you feel a constant pressure to grow. But sometimes you focus so much on these end goals that you don’t pay attention to your journey. \nThe result? You feel out of touch and dragged along. \nIt’s only when you face problems in your team\, or productivity takes a nose-dive that you peer over the balance sheets and realize you’re not where you wanted to be. \nThe truth is\, leadership is about more than numbers. People and connections and relationships matter. \nMindful leaders are more successful\, less stressed\, and more connected to their purpose. \nYou can be the kind of leader who… \n\nCultivates productivity through authentic relationships\nCommunicates what matters and brings people with them\nBuilds alignment within their teams\nBrings out the best in themselves and others\n\nIn this four-week interactive course\, you’ll discover how to use the tools of mindfulness to develop emotional intelligence so you can be more purposeful\, present\, and empathetic in your workplace. \nBy the end of this course\, you’ll understand how to do the work that will move you from fire-fighting and overwhelm to a more connected and effective form of leadership. \nWe’re all leaders and we can all benefit from being more awake and connected in our everyday lives. \nYou can be a more purposeful\, active\, and empathetic force for change in your organization.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/seven-practices-online-course/
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201009T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201009T110000
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SUMMARY:Step Into Your Life: 1/2 Day Virtual Retreat in partnership with LinkedIn
DESCRIPTION:In our world of busyness\, of more/faster/better\, this half-day retreat offers time to stop\, reflect\, and renew. Marc Lesser will be joined by guest teacher Scott Shute\, Head of Mindfulness and Compassion at LinkedIn\, in an exploration of the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and “stepping into your life.” \nTogether we’ll follow a gentle schedule of meditation\, talk\, and some discussion\, interspersed with time to write\, reflect\, and take in the richness of our lives. \nThis event is suitable for anyone looking to begin\, renew\, or deepen a mindfulness and meditation practice\, and no prior experience with meditation is necessary. \n“The practice I speak of is not meditation. It is simply the dharma gate of repose and bliss…It is the manifestation of ultimate reality…Once its heart is grasped\, you are like a dragon when he gains the water\, like a tiger when she enters the mountains.”\n–Dogen
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/step-into-your-life-linkedin-october-2020/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201024
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Teacher Training at LinkedIn
DESCRIPTION:In this Mindfulness Teacher Training program participants will: \n\nIncrease the breadth and depth of their understanding of meditation\, including its origins\, with an overview of relevant scientific research.\nGain the experience necessary to teach different styles of meditation to others in an office/work environment or online.\nLearn the benefits of different types of meditation practices.\nDeepen their own personal practice.\nLearn how to answer preliminary questions about meditation.\n\nThis teacher training is being offered in partnership with LinkedIn for LinkedIn employees. To book a teacher training for your organization\, send Marc a secure message.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/mindfulness-tt-linkedin-oct/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201107
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Teacher Training at LinkedIn
DESCRIPTION:In this Mindfulness Teacher Training program participants will: \n\nIncrease the breadth and depth of their understanding of meditation\, including its origins\, with an overview of relevant scientific research.\nGain the experience necessary to teach different styles of meditation to others in an office/work environment or online.\nLearn the benefits of different types of meditation practices.\nDeepen their own personal practice.\nLearn how to answer preliminary questions about meditation.\n\nThis teacher training is being offered in partnership with LinkedIn for LinkedIn employees. To book a teacher training for your organization\, send Marc a secure message.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/mindfulness-tt-linkedin-11-6/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201121
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20201015T223515Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Teacher Training at LinkedIn
DESCRIPTION:In this Mindfulness Teacher Training program participants will: \n\nIncrease the breadth and depth of their understanding of meditation\, including its origins\, with an overview of relevant scientific research.\nGain the experience necessary to teach different styles of meditation to others in an office/work environment or online.\nLearn the benefits of different types of meditation practices.\nDeepen their own personal practice.\nLearn how to answer preliminary questions about meditation.\n\nThis teacher training is being offered in partnership with LinkedIn for LinkedIn employees. To book a teacher training for your organization\, send Marc a secure message.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/mindfulness-tt-linkedin-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="ZBA Associates Inc.":MAILTO:info@zbaassociates.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201205T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20200227T122314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062619Z
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SUMMARY:Step Into Your Life: ½ Day Meditation and Mindfulness Retreat
DESCRIPTION:In our world of busyness\, of more/faster/better\, this one-day retreat offers time to stop\, reflect\, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and “stepping into your life.” \nTogether we’ll follow a gentle schedule of meditation\, talk\, and some discussion\, interspersed with time to write\, reflect\, and take in the richness of our lives. \nThis event is suitable for anyone looking to begin\, renew\, or deepen a mindfulness and meditation practice\, and no prior experience with meditation is necessary. \n“The practice I speak of is not meditation. It is simply the dharma gate of repose and bliss…It is the manifestation of ultimate reality…Once its heart is grasped\, you are like a dragon when he gains the water\, like a tiger when she enters the mountains.”\n–Dogen \n 
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/siyl-5dec2020/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210327T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20201215T215210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062405Z
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SUMMARY:Mill Valley Zen Meditation and Mindfulness Practice Period
DESCRIPTION:The Mill Valley Zen Meditation and Mindfulness Practice Period is for anyone wanting to sit more regularly\, or to intensify a current meditation practice. \nOver the course of 3-months\, we’ll bring attention and commitment to regular meditation practice and to how we “show up” in all parts of our lives. The theme for the Practice Period will be: The koan of everyday life\, or in Japanese\, “Genjo Koan\,” based on one of the most well known and revered essays by Dogen\, a 13th century Zen teacher. We will also be studying the book Realizing Genjokoan by Shohaku Okumura\, who describes the word genjō as meaning “to manifest\,” “to actualize\,” or “to appear and become.” \nWe’ll meet every Wednesday from 6:00 – 7:30 pm PT and begin with a 30-minute meditation\, followed by 60 minutes of presentation and/or discussion. The hope or opportunity is that you attend as many Wednesday meditations as possible. There is no fee for these and donations are appreciated. \nThe Practice Period will also include 3 virtual meditation retreats on January 30\, February 27\, and March 27 (the retreats require a separate registration – click the links for each date to learn more and/or register). All events are optional\, and you are encouraged to attend as many as possible. \nIn addition to weekly Wednesday night sittings and monthly retreats there will be several informal times to meet for tea for anyone interested in being paired with a “buddy” to check in with regularly during this time. \nIf you are interested in participating in the practice period\, you can learn more here.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/mvz-pp-jan2021/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210113T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210127T213000
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SUMMARY:The 7 Principles of Mindful Leadership in Practice: A 3-Part Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:A three-part webinar series hosted by Arbor Online and featuring the teachings of Marc Lesser. The webinars will take place on January 13\, 20\, and 27. \nTopics include: \n\nEnhancing awareness of your own actions\nImproving communication\nBuilding trust\nDealing constructively with fear and self-doubt\nAvoiding unnecessary drama in the workplace\n\nThe workshop is designed to be interactive\, with short lectures\, guided meditations\, exercises in small groups and mutual exchange. We will explore how the inner work of mindfulness and self-awareness can be linked to the outer demands of leadership and business so that you can bring about the positive changes and results that matter to you. \nYou will learn how to: \n\ncultivate your presence as a leader\nevolve in the midst of changes and challenges\nimprove concentration and flexibility\ntrain your self-awareness and develop greater resilience\nincrease engagement\, collaboration\, and wellbeing\n\nThis interactive workshop is based on seven core principles of mindful leadership: \n\nLove the work: how to lead with focused inspiration.\nDo the work: how to respond with more empathy and flexibility..\nDon’t be an expert: how to let go of thinking you are right so you can step into greater wonder\, openness\, and vulnerability.\nConnect to your pain: how to transform challenges and difficulty into learning and opportunity.\nConnect to the pain of others: how to increase connection and trust within and across teams.\nRelying on others: how to empower others and be empowered by others to foster alignment and radically healthy communication.\nKeep it simple: how to let go of a mindset of fear and scarcity\, and cultivate awe and wonder. Focusing on results that matter most.\n\nYou can find an interview with Marc Lesser here .
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/7-principles-of-mindful-leadership-in-practice-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Seven Practices
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210130T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
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SUMMARY:Step Into Your Life - A 1/2 Day Virtual Retreat
DESCRIPTION:In our world of busyness\, of more/faster/better\, this half-day retreat offers time to stop\, reflect\, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and “stepping into your life.” \nTogether we’ll follow a gentle schedule of meditation\, talk\, and some discussion\, interspersed with time to write\, reflect\, and take in the richness of our lives. \nThis event is suitable for anyone looking to begin\, renew\, or deepen a mindfulness and meditation practice\, and no prior experience with meditation is necessary. \n“The practice I speak of is not meditation. It is simply the dharma gate of repose and bliss…It is the manifestation of ultimate reality…Once its heart is grasped\, you are like a dragon when he gains the water\, like a tiger when she enters the mountains.”\n–Dogen
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/step-into-your-life-january-2021/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210227T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20201228T074353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T062352Z
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SUMMARY:Rest In the Openness of Mind: A Half-day Meditation and Mindfulness Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Begin\, renew\, or deepen your meditation and mindfulness practice. \nWe’ll follow a gentle schedule of meditation and walking meditation\, interspersed with time to write\, reflect\, connect\, and take in the richness of our lives. The schedule includes a short presentation and discussion. \n“Meditation is just to be ourselves…That is our way\, to live fully in each moment of time. This practice continues forever.”\n–Shunryu Suzuki
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/rest-openness-mind-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210312T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133525
CREATED:20210127T015036Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Changemakers Online Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Mindful Changemakers Summit is an exploration of the intersection of the “inner work” of mindfulness and the “outer work” of social and environmental transformation. \nA diverse panel of experienced speakers join mindfulness and leadership coach Marc Lesser for a series of discussions about the role of mindfulness\, meditation\, and contemplative practice as a basis for positive change. \nThe world needs changemakers and courageous influencers who are steeped in practices of self-awareness\, wisdom\, and compassion. The Mindful Changemakers Summit features conversations with leading voices in the areas of climate change\, race\, social entrepreneurship and finance\, technology\, well-being\, and other crucial topics with the goal of cultivating greater understanding and healing\, while inspiring compassionate action in the areas that matter most. \nRegistration is free!
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/mindful-changemakers-online-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210324
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SUMMARY:Finding Inspiration and Effectiveness in the Midst of Exhaustion
DESCRIPTION:Microsoft E2 offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn together and celebrate the achievements of extraordinary changemakers–both leaders and educators–who are transforming education to ensure students can achieve more in their lives today and in the future. \nEducation institutions worldwide have seen tremendous disruptions and opportunities in the past year. The Microsoft E2 will offer inspiring keynotes\, thought-provoking research\, innovative practices\, collaboration\, and solution showcases. \nSpecial guest\, Marc Lesser\, will lead a session on how to take care of oneself in order to find inspiration and effectiveness in the midst of exhaustion. This session will be aimed at School and System leadership focused on integrated data platforms to drive decision making and lead effective transformation.
URL:https://marclesser.net/event/finding-inspiration-and-effectiveness-in-the-midst-of-exhaustion/
CATEGORIES:Keynotes and Talks
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