The Center for Mindfulness & Insight Meditation in Wenham provides a contemplative space to learn and practice insight meditation according to the teachings of the Theravada tradition of Buddhist practice. Though we are a Buddhist center, people of all faiths (or no faith) are welcome to join us in learning to bring peace to the world by first finding peace in our own hearts and minds through the cultivation of mindfulness.
Our weekly sessions typically involve periods of silent meditation, followed by a talk and community discussion. Advance registration through our calendar page is recommended.
Meditation
We have in-person meditation practice sessions every Wednesday evening and Saturday morning in Wenham. There is also a Zoom-only practice offering every Monday evening and Thursday morning.
Retreats
We offer both off-site residential retreats, and bi-monthly, on-site one-day retreats.
Secular Mindfulness
Our mindfulness workshops here at the Center follow the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) curriculum developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn.