BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Open Heart Project - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Open Heart Project X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://openheartproject.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Open Heart Project REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170524T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170524T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071451 CREATED:20170315T205844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170419T145018Z UID:10013567-1495632600-1495634400@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n  \n\n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 15000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele \n  URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-11-2017-05-24/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170529 DTSTAMP:20260423T071451 CREATED:20160823T174217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160823T222925Z UID:10014199-1495584000-1496015999@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Open Heart Meditation Retreat DESCRIPTION:Open your heart to the fierce power of vulnerability\nOne could say that the point of spiritual practice is to open one’s heart. Yet we struggle to come to terms with this. It is so much easier to study gentleness and courage than it is to practice them because our world has conditioned us to believe that when we open our heart\, we risk tremendous sorrow and pain. As we keep the tenderest part of ourselves hidden\, we constantly fail to recognise it also holds the key to our vital energy: our heart is also where love\, creativity\, and magic reside. \nDuring this program\, we will examine what keeps our hearts closed – in relationships\, towards life\, and most of all\, toward ourselves. We will learn how to make friends with our emotions\, not to judge\, improve\, or transform them\, but simply to feel and be with them in a dignified way. As we become unafraid of our darker\, sweeter\, and more piercing emotions\, we can learn to embrace them and discover an incredible source of power\, which is unreachable without walking through vulnerability. \n  URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/open-heart-meditation-retreat-3/ LOCATION:Dechen Choling Shambhala Meditation Center\, Mas Marvent\, St Yrieix sous Aixe\, 87700\, France CATEGORIES:Live Event GEO:45.856058;1.061288 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dechen Choling Shambhala Meditation Center Mas Marvent St Yrieix sous Aixe 87700 France;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Mas Marvent:geo:1.061288,45.856058 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170517T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170517T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071451 CREATED:20170315T205750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170315T205750Z UID:10013565-1495027800-1495029600@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n  \n\n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 15000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele \n  URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-11-2017-05-17/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170517 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170522 DTSTAMP:20260423T071451 CREATED:20170508T164632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170509T131755Z UID:10014344-1494979200-1495411199@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mindful Relationships Summit DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Create More Loving\, Passionate\, Honest\, and Resilient Relationships\nA Free 5-Day Online Experience\n  \nI’m excited to let you know that I will be a featured speaker and host in the online Mindful Relationship Summit\, May 17-21. \nThis conference is all about creating and sustaining mindful relationships and embracing love as a spiritual practice. \nIt’s free to access and you can watch my presentation on mindfulness\, passion\, and falling in love as well as presentations from 20 of today’s most renowned mindfulness teachers\, psychologists and relationship experts including Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche\, Dr. Rick Hanson\, Sharon Salzberg\, Dr. Kristin Neff\, Acharya Judith Simmer-Brown\, Rev. angel Kyodo williams\, Dr. Stan Tatkin\, Lodro Rinzler\, and many more. This is one serious lineup and I am excited to participate in this conference as a student as well as a teacher. \nThere is no more important topic that relationships. They are the basis of personal and societal harmony. You can register early now and win some great gifts for helping to spread the word. \nClick here to register for free. \nOver the course of five days\, the summit will explore insights and practical tools for building healthy relationships with ourselves\, others\, and our world. \nDay One: Mindful Relationships\nDay Two: Falling in Love\nDay Three: Growing in Love and Losing Love\nDay Four: Standing in Love and Staying in Love\nDay Five: Love as a Spiritual Path \nClick here to register for free now and get access to all 20 summit sessions and guided meditations from May 17-21. \nHere’s to love\, Susan \nThis event is produced by my friends at The Awake Network. For questions\, contact community@theawakenetwork.com URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mindful-relationships-summit/ CATEGORIES:Special Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170510T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170510T143000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071451 CREATED:20170315T205702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170503T181138Z UID:10013563-1494423000-1494426600@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha Quarterly Check-in DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nOur May 10th gathering will be another of our hour long Quarterly Check-ins where Jenna Hollenstein will talk about mindful and intuitive eating for kids.\nIt’s also a chance to discuss our practice\, past gatherings and things we’d like to see discussed in the future.\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 20000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-11-2017-05-10/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170505T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170505T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071451 CREATED:20170420T214053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T214641Z UID:10014337-1493996400-1494000000@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Office Hours with Susan DESCRIPTION:A chance for Sangha members to stop by and say hi\, discuss your practice or find out about upcoming Sangha events. \nOne Friday a month from 3-4p.m. ET.  An email reminder will be sent the day before and you will also find a link on the ‘community tab‘. \nFuture dates are:\nJune 9\nJuly 14\nAug 4\nSept 11\nOct 6\nNov 3\nDec 1 \nLearn more about the Open Heart Project Sangha here. A Sangha membership offers continuous support in the form of video lessons\, daily practice support\, and a wildly supportive community in which you may participate or lurk as much as you like. 24/7. URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/office-hours-susan-4/ CATEGORIES:Sangha Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170503T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170503T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071451 CREATED:20170315T205242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170419T144437Z UID:10013561-1493818200-1493820000@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n  \n\n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 15000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele \n  URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-11-2017-05-03/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170426T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170426T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071451 CREATED:20170315T204644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170419T144201Z UID:10013559-1493213400-1493215200@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n  \n\n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 15000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele \n  URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-11/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170420T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170420T183000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071451 CREATED:20170210T161202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170329T204223Z UID:10014323-1492705800-1492713000@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Dharma of Writing Group DESCRIPTION:This program is ending and this is our last online gathering.\nIn short\, writing is very powerful. Yet\, it is so difficult to begin! This is common and natural. \nThe Dharma of Writing is an ongoing two-hour online monthly gathering designed to help you enter your own writing with the support and companionship of other writers. It will be co-hosted by myself and Kate Lila Wheeler\, a novelist who is also an acclaimed Buddhist teacher. During the months that I host\, we will gather from 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m. EDT and when Kate hosts\, it will be from 4:30p.m. – 6:30p.m. EDT. (We will alternate months.) This will give people in various time zones a chance to participate. \nAt each session\, we will practice meditation together and then actually write. Each person will work on his or her own project with the quiet\, supportive companionship of writers all over the world. We will convene using the video conference platform\, Zoom. Sessions will be recorded and links sent to all\, so if you can’t join live you can still participate. \nThe schedule for each session is: \n\nGuided mindfulness practice: 15 minutes\nJournaling exercise (“free writing”): 15 minutes\nWriting period: 80 minutes\nCheck-in and close: 10 minutes\n\nNo work will be shared during the class\, but the group will have a private forum on our site for anyone who would like to post their writing. \nOpen to writers of fiction\, non-fiction\, poetry\, screenplays\, and song—and anyone who would simply like to explore writing as a practice. \nThis program is ending and this is our last online gathering.\n\n\n  \nQuestions? Please email Michele. URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/dharma-writing-group-8-4/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170419T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170419T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071451 CREATED:20170315T203530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170419T144036Z UID:10013557-1492608600-1492610400@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n  \n\n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 15000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele \n  URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-2016-03-30-2016-04-20-2016-05-04-2016-05-11-2016-05-18-2018-04-04/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170413T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170413T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071451 CREATED:20170314T025805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170314T151631Z UID:10014327-1492110000-1492115400@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:The Four Noble Truths of Love DESCRIPTION:A meditation practice gives rise to compassion\, wisdom\, and confidence–all of which seem to disappear when we enter into\, seek to establish\, or need to exit from a relationship. Relationships present our deepest challenges along the spiritual path.\n  \nThis four-week course will explore it all via talks  from Susan\, small-group discussion\, readings\, and at-home contemplations. You will gain insights and learn on-the-spot practices to bring mindfulness off the cushion and into your love life. \nWe will explore: \n\nHow to bring the fruits of spiritual practice into our love life to deepen affection\, passion\, and kindness\n\n\nHow to fall in love without grasping\n\n\nHow to let go when it is called for\n\n\nWhat Buddhism can offer when it comes to working with the pain of heartbreak\n\n\nHow to remain open to love\n\nBuddhism is based on Four Noble Truths: Everything changes; grasping creates suffering; there is a way to work with it all; and a path for doing so. Join writer and Buddhist teacher Susan Piver for practice\, discussion\, and an exploration of how to apply these truths to that greatest of mysteries: love. \nCurriculum\nWeek One: Relax\nDiscussion of the first noble truth: Relationships are Uncomfortable\nThe value of discomfort when falling in love; being in love; losing love; longing for love\nHow to work with it to keep your heart open\nTechniques for what to do when it is too much\nHow meditation creates a foundation for it all\nGroup meditation practice and discussion \nWeek Two: See Where You Are\nDiscussion of the second noble truth: Thinking they Should be Comfortable Makes Them Uncomfortable\nWhat is the true power of relationships? (Spoiler alert: it’s not about safety)\nWhat can you actually commit to and what can you ask another to commit to?\nDeepening your capacity to stay\nThe types of problems you can work with and the types you should not work with\nGroup meditation practice and discussion \nWeek Three: Be Where You Are\nDiscussion of the third noble truth: Meeting the Discomfort Together is Love\nBecoming a spiritual love warrior\nPractices for opening and stabilizing your heart\nWhen you are open to this work but your partner is not\nGroup meditation practice and discussion \nWeek Four: The Path\nDiscussion of the fourth noble truth: The 3-Fold Path of Love\nThe three qualities to cultivate that make love your super power\nThe sure-fire way to bring more love into your life\nGoing forward with these teachings and practices\nGroup meditation practice and discussion\n \n \nAll classes are recorded and those recordings made available for 60 days from the last class date.\n \nThis program is free with an Open Heart Project Sangha membership. Membership costs $27 a month (or $270 for the year) and offers continuous support in the form of video lessons\, daily practice support\, and a wildly supportive 24/7 community in which you may participate or lurk as much as you like. \nQuestions? Please email Michele. URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/the-four-noble-truths-of-love/ CATEGORIES:eCourse END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170412T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170412T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170315T203303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170315T203539Z UID:10013556-1492003800-1492005600@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n  \n\n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 15000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele \n  URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-2016-03-30-2016-04-20-2016-05-04-2016-05-11-2016-05-18-2018-03-28/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170405T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170405T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170315T203024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170315T203117Z UID:10013554-1491399000-1491400800@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 15000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele \n  URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-2016-03-30-2016-04-20-2016-05-04-2016-05-11-2016-05-18-2018-03-21/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170330T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170330T183000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170210T160321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170329T204335Z UID:10014322-1490891400-1490898600@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Dharma of Writing Group DESCRIPTION:In short\, writing is very powerful. Yet\, it is so difficult to begin! This is common and natural. \nThe Dharma of Writing is an ongoing two-hour online monthly gathering designed to help you enter your own writing with the support and companionship of other writers. It will be co-hosted by myself and Kate Lila Wheeler\, a novelist who is also an acclaimed Buddhist teacher. During the months that I host\, we will gather from 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m. EDT and when Kate hosts\, it will be from 4:30p.m. – 6:30p.m. EDT. (We will alternate months.) This will give people in various time zones a chance to participate. \nAt each session\, we will practice meditation together and then actually write. Each person will work on his or her own project with the quiet\, supportive companionship of writers all over the world. We will convene using the video conference platform\, Zoom. Sessions will be recorded and links sent to all\, so if you can’t join live you can still participate. \nThe schedule for each session is: \n\nGuided mindfulness practice: 15 minutes\nJournaling exercise (“free writing”): 15 minutes\nWriting period: 80 minutes\nCheck-in and close: 10 minutes\n\nNo work will be shared during the class\, but the group will have a private forum on our site for anyone who would like to post their writing. \nOpen to writers of fiction\, non-fiction\, poetry\, screenplays\, and song—and anyone who would simply like to explore writing as a practice. \nNext session: April 20 4:30p.m. – 6:30p.m. EDT (hosted by Kate Lila Wheeler) \nThis program is for you if you are looking for some gentle accountability and dedicated time for your writing. \n\nThis program is ending and our last online gathering will be April 20th.\nThis program is free for Sangha members. (Please click here to learn more about the Sangha.) \n  \nQuestions? Please email Michele. URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/dharma-writing-group-8-3/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170329T013000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170329T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170127T160250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170315T203101Z UID:10014321-1490751000-1490796000@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 20000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-10-2017-03-29/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170327T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170327T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170322T050035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170315T170807Z UID:10013571-1490637600-1490641200@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:The Four Noble Truths of Love - Free Conference DESCRIPTION:Love is all that matters. No\, wait. Love stinks. Which one?! It is not always easy to tell.\nNothing rouses as much joy and chaos as romantic love. No matter how committed you are to being level-headed\, rational\, and even “spiritual\,” when love strikes or departs\, all bets are off. This\, as it turns out\, is fantastic news. When all of your strategies are blown\, there is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of what it really means to give and receive love. \nBuddhism has much to say on how to love. The entire path is based on what are known as the “Four Noble Truths.” Join Susan Piver for a free video conference to discuss how these truths might be applied to love\, dating\, heartbreak\, and the creation of a lasting relationship. \nAt the end\, learn about the upcoming course\, “The Four Noble Truths of Love” and how it  can support you to make this wisdom your own so that you can give and receive more love. \nRegister here to secure your place. We will send you a link with instructions to join. We will be recording this if you can’t make it live.\n \nLoading… \nHaving trouble entering your email? Please email Michele and she’ll add you to the list. \n  URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/four-noble-truths-love-conference/ CATEGORIES:Special Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170322T013000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170322T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170127T160154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170127T160154Z UID:10014320-1490146200-1490191200@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 20000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-10-2017-03-22/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170315T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170315T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170127T160103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170127T160103Z UID:10014319-1489582800-1489586400@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 20000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-10-2017-03-15/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170308T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170308T151500 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170228T145625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170228T145625Z UID:10014326-1488983400-1488986100@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha Anniversary:A Free Call to celebrate women! DESCRIPTION:HAPPY FIRST ANNIVERSARY!\n  \nIt’s been one year since we launched the Mommy Sangha. We have gathered such a wonderful international community of mothers — stepmothers\, grandmothers\, adoptive mothers\, foster mothers\, mothers of newborns\, infants\, toddlers\, kids and teens — and I have loved meeting with the Mommy Sangha each week to practice together and support one another. The wisdom inherent in a group of women who value compassion\, wakefulness\, and community is deep and boundless. \nPlease join me for a free 45-minute call to celebrate the Mommy Sangha’s one year anniversary at 2:30p.m. EST on March 8th. I can think of no better day to celebrate mothers’ (all mothers’) inherent badassery and to discuss how to “show up” for ourselves and one another. \nI so hope you’ll join me. Just register using the form below and we’ll send you details for the call on March 7. And please feel free to forward the link to this page to any moms you think might be interested in the call! If you can’t make it live\, just register and you’ll still get a link to the recording. \nWith love\,\nJenna\n \nPS. Mommy Sangha members will automatically receive a link to join this call. There is no need to register. \nLoading… \nHaving trouble entering your email? Please email Michele and she’ll add you to the list. URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-anniversarya-free-call-celebrate-women/ CATEGORIES:Special Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170308T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170308T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170127T155813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170127T155813Z UID:10014317-1488979800-1488981600@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 20000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-10-2017-03-08/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170302T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170302T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170106T164627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170106T164627Z UID:10014311-1488466800-1488474000@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Office Hours with Susan DESCRIPTION:A chance for Sangha members to stop by and say hi\, discuss your practice or find out about upcoming Sangha events. \nOne Friday a month from 3-5p.m. ET.  An email reminder will be sent the day before and you will also find a link on the ‘community tab‘. \nFuture dates are:\nApril 7\nMay 5\nJune 9 \nLearn more about the Open Heart Project Sangha here. A Sangha membership offers continuous support in the form of video lessons\, daily practice support\, and a wildly supportive community in which you may participate or lurk as much as you like. 24/7. URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/office-hours-susan-3/ CATEGORIES:Sangha Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170301T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170301T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170127T155508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170127T155644Z UID:10014318-1488375000-1488376800@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 20000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/mommy-sangha-10/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170228 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170216T180621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T180741Z UID:10014324-1488153600-1488239999@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Five Ways Not to Bite the Trump Hook DESCRIPTION:February 27 is Buddhist new year\, a date that ushers in a new energy cycle. I know we are ready for some fresh energy!\nOn this 60-minute free call\, we will discuss ways to enter the new year with ease\, balance\, and energy. I’ll share with you five steps you can take to not bite the Trump hook\, as I know so many of us are struggling with anxiety\, fear\, and anger. This is an important time and I want to offer you what I can to help\, no matter what your political affiliation. Everyone is welcome because I know that the vast majority of us want peace\, believe in tolerance\, and are willing to lend a hand to others. \nI’ll also share with you some additional ways the Open Heart Project can support you to remain grounded\, engaged\, empowered\, and connected to each other throughout this year. \nThe call will happen at two times on February 27\, 3:00 p.m EST and 7:00 p.m. EST. Using one of the sign-up forms below\, please choose the time slot that works best for you. Everyone who is registered will receive call-in information on February 26. Once the call is over\, a recording will be sent to all who have registered. \nLet’s do this thing! \nLove\, Susan \n \nLoading…\nHaving trouble entering your email? Please email Michele and she’ll add you to the list. \nLoading…\nHaving trouble entering your email? Please email Michele and she’ll add you to the list. URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/five-ways-not-bite-trump-hook/ CATEGORIES:Special Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170223T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170223T183000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20161017T212303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170210T160412Z UID:10014256-1487867400-1487874600@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Dharma of Writing Group DESCRIPTION:In short\, writing is very powerful. Yet\, it is so difficult to begin! This is common and natural. \nThe Dharma of Writing is an ongoing two-hour online monthly gathering designed to help you enter your own writing with the support and companionship of other writers. It will be co-hosted by myself and Kate Lila Wheeler\, a novelist who is also an acclaimed Buddhist teacher. During the months that I host\, we will gather from 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m. EST and when Kate hosts\, it will be from 4:30p.m. – 6:30p.m. EST. (We will alternate months.) This will give people in various time zones a chance to participate. \nAt each session\, we will practice meditation together and then actually write. Each person will work on his or her own project with the quiet\, supportive companionship of writers all over the world. We will convene using the video conference platform\, Zoom. Sessions will be recorded and links sent to all\, so if you can’t join live you can still participate. \nThe schedule for each session is: \n\nGuided mindfulness practice: 15 minutes\nJournaling exercise (“free writing”): 15 minutes\nWriting period: 80 minutes\nCheck-in and close: 10 minutes\n\nNo work will be shared during the class\, but the group will have a private forum on our site for anyone who would like to post their writing. \nOpen to writers of fiction\, non-fiction\, poetry\, screenplays\, and song—and anyone who would simply like to explore writing as a practice. \nFuture sessions: March 30 \nThis program is for you if you are looking for some gentle accountability and dedicated time for your writing. \n\n\nThe cost is $15 per month or free for Sangha members. (Please click here to learn more about the Sangha.) \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. (Please note: no partial refunds.) \nQuestions? Please email Michele. URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/27761/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170222T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170222T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071452 CREATED:20170106T161724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170106T161724Z UID:10014309-1487770200-1487772000@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 20000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/2017-02-22/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170215T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170215T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071453 CREATED:20161208T210307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T210307Z UID:10014288-1487165400-1487167200@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 20000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/2017-02-15/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170208T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170208T143000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071453 CREATED:20161208T210228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170201T030059Z UID:10014287-1486560600-1486564200@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha Quarterly Check-in DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nOur February 8th gathering will be another of our hour long Quarterly Check-ins where we will be joined by our guest presenter Alexis Conason who will talk about body image for moms.\nIt’s also a chance to discuss our practice\, past gatherings and things we’d like to see discussed in the future.\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n\n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 20000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/2017-02-08/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170203T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170203T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071453 CREATED:20170106T164237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170106T164707Z UID:10014310-1486134000-1486141200@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Office Hours with Susan DESCRIPTION:A chance for Sangha members to stop by and say hi\, discuss your practice or find out about upcoming Sangha events. \nOne Friday a month from 3-5p.m. ET.  An email reminder will be sent the day before and you will also find a link on the ‘community tab‘. \nFuture dates are:\nMarch 2 (Thursday)\nApril 7\nMay 5 \nLearn more about the Open Heart Project Sangha here. A Sangha membership offers continuous support in the form of video lessons\, daily practice support\, and a wildly supportive community in which you may participate or lurk as much as you like. 24/7. URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/office-hours-susan-2/ CATEGORIES:Sangha Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170201T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170201T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071453 CREATED:20161214T141650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T144131Z UID:10014300-1485975600-1485982800@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:The Four Noble Truths of Love DESCRIPTION:Love is all that matters. No\, wait. Love stinks. Which one?! It is not always easy to tell.\nNothing rouses as much joy and chaos as romantic love. No matter how committed you are to being level-headed\, rational\, and even “spiritual\,” when love strikes or departs\, all bets are off. This\, as it turns out\, is fantastic news. When all of your strategies are blown\, there is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of what it really means to give and receive love. \nAs Valentine’s Day approaches\, instead of kittens with balloons and heart-shaped candies\, let’s celebrate the truth of love as a path of fierce warriorship. Okay\, and maybe we could have some heart-shaped candies too. \nJoin us for an evening conversation about the dharma of love. The program will include meditation (instruction will be given)\, a talk from Susan\, and lots of time for discussion. URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/four-noble-truths-love/ LOCATION:Austin Shambhala Center\, 1702 South Fifth Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Event GEO:30.250409;-97.7611308 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Austin Shambhala Center 1702 South Fifth Street Austin TX 78704 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1702 South Fifth Street:geo:-97.7611308,30.250409 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170201T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170201T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T071453 CREATED:20161208T210136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T210136Z UID:10014286-1485955800-1485957600@openheartproject.com SUMMARY:Mommy Sangha DESCRIPTION:The Open Heart Project Mommy Sangha: A supportive gathering of moms\, stepmoms\, and grandmothers to practice meditation together and share our wisdom\nAre you a mom (or stepmother or grandmother) who longs to practice meditation but can’t find time amidst the demands–and joys and difficulties–of caring for young children? \nParenting\, no matter how desired (and enjoyed)\, may come with fatigue\, self-doubt\, and the natural question: who the hell am I now? Meditation can help by offering space to breathe. Sangha (Sanskrit for community) helps by assuring you that you are most definitely not alone. Together\, meditation and Sangha can help you to remain present during the long days and short years of caring for your little ones. \nWhether you have a meditation practice (or used to have one) or are a brand new beginner\, you are warmly invited to join the Mommy Sangha. During this weekly 30-minute gathering\, you will be guided in a short meditation practice followed by a chance to connect with other mothers. We will also meet quarterly for a longer practice session and a special talk on how to apply Buddhist mindfulness principles to motherhood. \nThe Mommy Sangha will exist as a continuous presence for you to participate in as you are interested and able. And\, while we will be emphasizing the experiences of caring for younger children\, all mothers are welcome.\nWe promise to: \n\nProvide meditation instruction\nAnswer questions about meditation\nModerate the dialog to keep it meaningful and on point\nFoster kindness\nKeep it short!\n\nWhere: In the comfort of your own home via the Zoom meeting platform. Each session will be recorded so you can practice with the Mommy Sangha even if you can’t attend the live gathering. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout Jenna Hollenstein\nNew mom\, mindfulness teacher\, and Founder and Nutrition Therapist at Eat to Love\, Jenna aims to bring the gentle sanity of Buddhist principles to every aspect of her personal and professional life. She is excited to support Mommy Sangha members to create and sustain a meditation practice that creates awareness\, lovingkindness\, and self-compassion. Her greatest teachers include Susan\, her partner Andrea\, and her son Mimmo. \nAbout the Open Heart Project\nCreated by meditation teacher and writer Susan Piver\, the OHP is an online meditation center. It shares all the qualities of a traditional dharma center: A shared practice. Workshops. Advanced courses. Retreats. Guest teachers. Community gatherings—all online and available to you 24/7. Currently\, there are close to 20000 members all over the world who are practicing meditation to recover a sense of balance\, cultivate fearlessness\, sharpen our minds\, and soften our hearts. While each may practice alone\, we also practice together to create a network of sanity and kindness. More information about the Open Heart Project can be found here. \nOnce you register\, your account will be charged automatically every 30 days\, unless or until you cancel. \nQuestions? Please email Michele URL:https://openheartproject.com/event/2017-02-01/ CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR