Special Events

Join us for special events led by Sit Together instructors that are open to the entire community. These events are a great way to connect with others and deepen your practice.

Bearing down, easing up, improving the self, and nurturing the soul with Rob Thompson

Description
Mindfulness training often involves a balance of applying effortful technique (bearing down) and falling into effortless progress (easing up). These skills may then be applied towards increasing our effectiveness and happiness in daily life (improving the self). Additionally, we may choose to fill our experience with combinations of intentional posture, inner sound, and inner sight (nurturing the soul), taking inspiration from the deep and rich collection of spiritual traditions from which modern mindfulness emerged.

Intended audience
All levels - beginners to advanced

Core intention of the course
Those looking to improve their skill in applying mindfulness technique, cultivating ease and intuition, applying their practice towards pragmatic goals, and exploring deeper connection with traditional wisdom through a respectful, curious, and non-sectarian lens.

Instructor
Rob Thompson discovered mindfulness after diagnosis of a serious health condition, and he found the mind-body connection cultivated through dedicated Zen practice an integral component of his healing journey. Rob leveraged his improved health and vitality towards a career as a water resource scientist, exploration of small-scale regenerative agriculture, and investigation of natural health modalities. He is excited to help others strengthen their own mindfulness skills and successfully apply them to increased happiness, performance, and connection.

Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/kmq-nwvy-jfk
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 929-251-6080‬ PIN: ‪874 995 400‬#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/kmq-nwvy-jfk?pin=2041471372748

Join via Google Meet

Dharma Deep Dive: Progress on the Path

In our upcoming Dharma Deep Dive, we’ll consider the question of how to realistically measure and navigate spiritual progress without reproducing oppressive hierarchical dynamics. Drawing on the Unified Mindfulness Practice Maturity framework, we’ll explore the dimensions of growth: maturity in training, equanimity amidst life's ups and downs, interpersonal maturity and ethics, and the maturity of transcendence involving the integration of deep insights into daily life. Join us as we discuss how to build flexible, supportive developmental pathways that empower practitioners along the path.

Join via Google Meet

Flexible Mindfulness with Malin Rozon

This is a drop-in class based in the Unified Mindfulness system that will be valuable for both beginners and experienced practitioners in any tradition. Learn how to leverage your core focus skills - concentration, sensory clarity, and equanimity - to excel at any kind of meditation and to enrich your everyday life.

There is no prep or previous experience required for this class. A different topic is covered each month, and you can attend as often as works for you!

Bio: Malin Rozon is a certified Trainer/Teacher in Shinzen Young's Unified Mindfulness system, and co-taught with Shinzen on retreat in 2025. Malin has an enthusiastic and non-judgmental approach to teaching, and they specialize in supporting neurodivergent meditators, especially those who may deal with a lot of procrastination, restlessness, or sensory/emotional overwhelm.

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/rab-vrmv-nmz
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 929-249-4628‬ PIN: ‪106 643 687‬#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/rab-vrmv-nmz?pin=3417363401224

Join via Google Meet