Our Mission
Our mission is to serve as a resource to help support those engaged in the Mahasati insight meditation practice of the 20th century Thai master, Luagpor Teean Cittasubho. Sometimes also referred to as dynamic insight practice or Dynamic mindfulness practice, this way of practice uses attention to the movements of the body as an anchor to help one bring awareness to the mind and allows people to carry their meditation practice into their daily lives and maintain the continuity of self-awareness needed to free their hearts and minds from stress and experience the freedom of the Buddha’s awakening. We do this through our centers for the learning and formal practice of Buddhist insight meditation, by organizing Mahasati insight meditation retreats, by offering online sessions, and by making learning resources available through this website.
Core Values
In pursuit of our mission, we uphold the following core values at our practice centers:
Kindness
We believe all beings should be treated with kindness and dignity.
Integrity
Our teachers are trained to ensure that what is offered is true and accurate, that our offerings do not harm any participants, and that personal boundaries are respected.
Social justice and inclusivity
We strive to provide a place of practice that values and honors the diverse experience of all members of our society. We welcome all regardless of race, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or level of financial resources.
Acceptance of all faiths
We welcome people of all religious and cultural backgrounds. We do not try to convert anyone taking part in our offerings to the Buddhist religion.
Contact usHow can we help?
Please reach out to us if you have a question, or would like information about any of our classes or retreats.
info@cfmim.org
(203) 244-3130