This is a group for those who wish to make real changes...by looking deeply within. Real change starts and ends within.  True, lasting change and healing starts when we slow down enough to become aware, really self aware...and then take ownership of our feelings, reactions, and lives.  Being accountable and responsible because ultimately we are the creators of our own lives. This is not a group for those seeking false happiness or to show up to feel good. One cannot simply "think positive" and e …

The Basics We are a group of people who, when we are able, set aside an hour of our busy lives to sit and share in the silence together. Is this group religious? Please note that this particular meditation group if not affiliated with any religion in particular and anyone is welcome to participate in our sits. Origins. Why are we called the Bare Bones Zen Meditation Group? This simple style of meditation is deeply rooted in Ch'an Buddhism (the Chinese precursor to Japanese Zen Buddhism), but peo …

This group is an opportunity for anyone looking to experience inner peace. Meditating in a group generates a lot of positive energy that you and others can experience. When a group of people come together and still their minds together it helps you find your own stillness and peace. So you get to help others while experiencing a stillness of mind. We will do a variety of meditations that will give you a sense of what kind of relaxation technique works for you. I know many people are interested i …