San Diego Shambhala Meditation Center Community

San Diego Shambhala Meditation Center Community The San Diego Shambhala Meditation Center has been a cornerstone of contemplative practice in Southern California since its establishment in 1985.

Founded by students of the Tibetan Buddhist teacher Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche. Shambhala is a global community rooted in the teachings of meditation, mindfulness, and the principle of basic goodness — the understanding that every human being has an innate nature of wisdom, strength, and compassion. Inspired by the teachings of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche and further developed by generations of practit

ioners, the Shambhala path invites us to live courageously, to open our hearts, and to engage fully and authentically with the world. At its core, Shambhala offers a vision of creating enlightened society through personal and collective awakening — one moment, one breath, one action at a time.

Our April 18th garage sale was a beautiful expression of community in action.With the help of dedicated volunteers and s...
04/27/2026

Our April 18th garage sale was a beautiful expression of community in action.
With the help of dedicated volunteers and strong local support, we raised $200 for Shambhala Global—supporting the wider network that sustains practice around the world.

From greeting neighbors, organizing displays, managing sales, and placing signs throughout the neighborhood, every role contributed to a smooth and welcoming day.

At the close, volunteers also ensured that remaining items were donated, extending the spirit of generosity even further.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who helped make this day possible 💛

Beginning April 26, 2026Community Book Discussion: When Things Fall Apartby Pema ChödrönWhen Things Fall Apart is a coll...
04/26/2026

Beginning April 26, 2026
Community Book Discussion: When Things Fall Apart
by Pema Chödrön
When Things Fall Apart is a collection of talks offering wisdom for navigating pain, uncertainty, and personal upheaval. Pema Chödrön, an American Buddhist nun in the Tibetan tradition, draws on Buddhist teachings to share practical ways of transforming suffering into growth and calm. The book emphasizes meditation, mindfulness, and learning to embrace “groundlessness” as a path to inner peace.

Sunday Meditation (optional): 10:00–11:00 AM
Tea & Informal Gathering (optional): 11:00–11:30 AM
Book Discussion: 11:30 AM–12:00 PM

You are welcome to attend any portion of the morning—meditation and tea are completely optional.

No experience is needed, and there is no charge. You do not need to have the book or complete any prior reading. Participants are welcome to join at any time.

All are welcome.

🌿 How do we meet uncertainty in our lives?This Sunday, we begin a community book discussion on When Things Fall Apart by...
04/22/2026

🌿 How do we meet uncertainty in our lives?

This Sunday, we begin a community book discussion on When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chödrön—a gentle and practical exploration of how to work with difficulty, change, and the unknown.

Rather than trying to fix or avoid discomfort, this book invites us to stay present, soften, and discover a deeper kind of strength.

📅 Beginning April 26
🕙 Meditation (optional): 10:00–11:00 AM
☕ Tea (optional): 11:00–11:30 AM
📖 Book Discussion: 11:30 AM–12:00 PM

No experience is needed. There is no charge.
You don’t need to have the book or do any prior reading.
You’re welcome to join at any point.

All are welcome

We hope you’ll join us.
San Diego.shambhala.org

🌙 The Path of Lucid Dreaming: Practical tools to awaken dreaming consciousness (An Introduction & Experiential Talk)Have...
04/20/2026

🌙 The Path of Lucid Dreaming: Practical tools to awaken dreaming consciousness (An Introduction & Experiential Talk)
Have you ever realized you were dreaming—while still inside the dream?

Lucid dreaming offers a unique doorway into awareness, where we can begin to recognize the dreaming mind as it unfolds. This talk will introduce the foundations of lucid dreaming and include a guided experiential component to help you explore this state for yourself.

Whether you are completely new or simply curious, you are warmly invited.

📅 Sunday, May 17, 2026
🕙 Part of our Sunday Sitting Program
📍 Location: Full Circle Yoga
3910 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92105
Presenter: Kristen LaMarca, PhD.

Cost: Free (suggested donation $10–$20)

No experience is needed. All are welcome.
see details on our website: https://sandiego.shambhala.org/event/856049-the-path-of-lucid-dreaming-practical-tools-to-awaken-dreaming-consciousness/

🌿 Meditation this morning, community tea, and book discussion – 10:00 AM - 12 PMYou’re welcome to join us. No experience...
04/19/2026

🌿 Meditation this morning, community tea, and book discussion – 10:00 AM - 12 PM

You’re welcome to join us. No experience needed.
Location: Full Circle Yoga
sandiego.shambhala.org for more details

🌿 Sunday Meditation – All Are WelcomeJoin us for a simple morning of meditation and community.🕙 Sunday Meditation: 10:00...
04/17/2026

🌿 Sunday Meditation – All Are Welcome

Join us for a simple morning of meditation and community.

🕙 Sunday Meditation: 10:00–11:00 AM
☕ Tea & Conversation: 11:00–11:30 AM

Whether you’re new to meditation or have an established practice, you are warmly invited.

No experience is needed. There is no charge.

📍 Full Circle Yoga, San Diego
sandiego.shambhala.org for more details

🌿 Meditation this morning – 10:00 AMYou’re welcome to join us. No experience needed.for details see our calendar @sandie...
04/12/2026

🌿 Meditation this morning – 10:00 AM

You’re welcome to join us. No experience needed.

for details see our calendar @

sandiego.shambhala.org

🌿 Sunday Meditation – All Are WelcomeJoin us for a simple morning of meditation and community.🕙 Sunday Meditation: 10:00...
04/10/2026

🌿 Sunday Meditation – All Are Welcome

Join us for a simple morning of meditation and community.

🕙 Sunday Meditation: 10:00–11:00 AM
☕ Tea & Conversation: 11:00–11:30 AM

Whether you’re new to meditation or have an established practice, you are warmly invited.

No experience is needed. There is no charge.

📍 Full Circle Yoga, San Diego

Beginning April 26, 2026Community Book Discussion: When Things Fall Apartby Pema ChödrönWhen Things Fall Apart is a coll...
04/10/2026

Beginning April 26, 2026
Community Book Discussion: When Things Fall Apart

by Pema Chödrön

When Things Fall Apart is a collection of talks offering wisdom for navigating pain, uncertainty, and personal upheaval. Pema Chödrön, an American Buddhist nun in the Tibetan tradition, draws on Buddhist teachings to share practical ways of transforming suffering into growth and calm. The book emphasizes meditation, mindfulness, and learning to embrace “groundlessness” as a path to inner peace.

Sunday Meditation (optional): 10:00–11:00 AM
Tea & Informal Gathering (optional): 11:00–11:30 AM
Book Discussion: 11:30 AM–12:00 PM

You are welcome to attend any portion of the morning—meditation and tea are completely optional.

No experience is needed, and there is no charge. You do not need to have the book or complete any prior reading. Participants are welcome to join at any time.

All are welcome.
For more details: sandiego.shambhala.org (calendar)

🌿 The Dandelion and the Breath 🌿A small dandelion once pushed up through a crack in a San Diego sidewalk.No one planted ...
04/05/2026

🌿 The Dandelion and the Breath 🌿

A small dandelion once pushed up through a crack in a San Diego sidewalk.

No one planted it.
No one watered it.
In fact, someone had stepped on it twice.

Still — one morning, there it was.

Bright. Yellow. Completely unbothered.

A passerby paused and smiled.
“How did you even get here?”

The dandelion didn’t answer. It just leaned slightly toward the sun.

Later that afternoon, the wind swept through. The little flower bent low, almost flat against the concrete.

But the next morning?

It stood back up.

In meditation, we sometimes think we need perfect conditions to feel steady — a quiet house, a calm mind, a problem-free week.

But maybe we’re more like the dandelion.

Bent sometimes.
Pressed by circumstance.
Still capable of rising.

Not because we’re extraordinary —
but because breathing continues.

Inhale.
Exhale.

And there we are again.

Wishing you a simple, gentle, Happy Easter from San Diego Shambhala Meditation Center 🌼

Buddhist StudiesBook Discussion Group: Living Beautifully with Uncertainty and Change, by Pema ChödrönMarch 29, 2026 11:...
03/28/2026

Buddhist Studies
Book Discussion Group: Living Beautifully with Uncertainty and Change, by Pema Chödrön
March 29, 2026 11:30 AM — March 29, 2026 12:00 PM
Living Beautifully with Uncertainty and Change centers on three core commitments; to not cause harm, to take care of one another, and to embrace the world just as it is, even when it feels uncertain or painful. Together, these commitments invite us to meet life with compassion, responsibility, and courage, practicing kindness and openness in the midst of constant change.
Every Sunday | 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Following the Tea Break

Join us at the San Diego Shambhala Meditation Center, meeting at Full Circle Yoga (3910 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92105), for a short, welcoming practice and conversation.

All are welcome. No preparation needed and no cost to attend—donations are welcome.

San Diego Shambhala Center

Sunday Meditation & Book Discussion in San Diego | Shambhala CenterMarch 29, 2026 10:00 AM — March 29, 2026 11:00 AMOur ...
03/27/2026

Sunday Meditation & Book Discussion in San Diego | Shambhala Center
March 29, 2026 10:00 AM — March 29, 2026 11:00 AM
Our meditation is every Sunday from 10:00 AM-11:00 AM (in person)
Mindfulness meditation is the foundation of all that we do at the San Diego Shambhala Meditation Center. Originating from Shakyamuni Buddha, this 2,500 year-old practice of self-discovery is rooted in the simple, but revolutionary premise that every human being has the ability to cultivate the mind's inherent stability, clarity and strength in order to be more awake and compassionate in everyday life.

Please join us for our Sunday morning meditation. All are welcome regardless of experience. Meditation Instruction is available to all and there is never a charge for meditation instruction or practice.

Sunday Morning Schedule –at
Full Circle Yoga, 3910 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego

10:00 – 11:00 AM
Group Meditation (sitting and walking)

11:00 – 11:30 AM
Tea & Community Gathering

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Reading & Discussion Group

Topic: Living Beautifully with Uncertainty and Change, by Pema Chödrön

Join us for a short, meaningful weekly gathering to reflect on and discuss teachings from Pema Chödrön’s book Living Beautifully with Uncertainty and Change. No preparation required. All are welcome!

Come for any or all parts of the morning. No prior reading or meditation experience required — just bring your curiosity and presence.
Contact Us

Go to: https://sandiego.shambhala.org/event/849855-sunday-meditation-book-discussion-in-san-diego-shambhala-center/

Address

3910 El Cajon Boulevard
San Diego, CA
92105

Opening Hours

10am - 12pm

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