What we’re about
This group is devoted to practicing Insight Meditation, a mindfulness-based style of Buddhist Meditation that aims to take us deeper into a life of love, wisdom, and genuine happiness. We aspire to build community, explore Buddhist philosophy in a down-to-earth way, and discover the place where our full humanity intersects with a rich spiritual life. All teachings are offered on "the gift economy," aka on donation.
About the Facilitator:
David Sudar (he/him) has spent over three years on silent, Insight Meditation retreats, as well as time as a Theravadan Buddhist monk in Myanmar. He has also done extensive study of Zen Buddhism and Yoga, has a B.A. in Psychology, and completed a two-year training in Hakomi Mindfulness-Based Somatic Psychotherapy. He currently works as a meditation and Buddhist teacher, both virtually and live in Portland, Oregon.
For more information, please visit his website: www.pathofsincerity.com
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Silent Buddhist Meditation + Short Dharma Talk + Community Discussion (on Zoom)Link visible for attendees
Join about 20 to 30 of us for silent meditation, a short talk, and a community discussion. You're welcome to join for as little or as long as you like, and have your video on or off. Message me for the Zoom password (link below).
The opening talk is typically from the Insight Meditation / Vipassana / Theravāda Buddhist tradition, though as the meditation is in silence, you are welcome to practice whatever method you like. You do not need to be Buddhist.
Offered on donation.
Morning Flow (Mon-Fri)
8:00 – 8:15am — a short dharma talk / reflection
8:15 – 8:45am — silent meditation
8:45 – 9:00am — community discussionMorning Flow (Sat/Sun)
8:00 – 8:55am — silent meditation
8:55 – 9:00am — “lightning round,” sharing intentions for the day or one-sentence reflectionsThe gathering happens virtually via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/370125244
Message me for the Zoom password.About the Facilitator:
A former Theravādin Buddhist monk, David Sudar has completed over 3 years of intensive meditation retreats, including a 21-month Vipassana retreat in Myanmar with his core teacher, Sayadaw U Tejaniya. He has also been studying since 2018 with Vipassana teacher, Carol Wilson.
He currently works as a Buddhist & meditation teacher, both locally in Portland, Oregon, and virtually through Zoom classes, writings, and 1-on-1 meetings. His primary emphasis is how to integrate the Buddha's deep wisdom & liberation teachings into our everyday lives.
Visit www.pathofsincerity.com for more info.
- Mindfulness of Mind — Relational Buddhist Insight Meditation GroupAwakenings Wellness Center, Portland, OR
We're a Portland-based Buddhist community that puts special emphasis on deep dharma, the integration of practice into daily life, the relevance of both liberating meditation & heartful ethics, and creating the conditions for a real sense of sangha / community.
After the sit and a short talk, roughly half the evening is spent in meditative co-contemplation, both 1-on-1 conversations that go beyond the surface as well as large group discussions and Q&A.
.EVENING FLOW
7:00-7:30pm — Lightly guided meditation
7:30-8:00pm — A blend of formal teaching, large group discussion, and small group discussionAt 8:30pm, we’ll wrap up the official gathering, and you can either depart or stick around for casual conversation and tea until 9:00pm.
Visit here for more information.
.COST:
Offered on the gift economy (aka, generosity or donation).
Your presence is the biggest gift, though if you’re able, monetary contributions are always appreciated & help keep the ship afloat. For more info on why I choose to teach entirely on donation, check out this article on “the gift economy.”Donations can be made in person or electronically via this link.
.LOGISTICAL NOTES:
Parking can be a little difficult, so plan to arrive 5 to 15 minutes early to get situated. We meet the 2nd and 4th Monday nights of each month.
.EVENING THEMES:
6/9/25 — Foundations of Buddhist Mindfulness
6/23/25 — Mindfulness of the Body
7/14/25 — Mindfulness of Feeling-tone
7/28/25 — Mindfulness of Mind
8/11/25 — Mindfulness of the Hindrances
8/25/25 — Mindfulness of the Awakening Factors
9/8/25 — Mindfulness of the Sense Doors
9/22/25 — Mindfulness of the Aggregates
10/13/25 — Mindfulness of the Noble Truths
.TEACHER BIO:
A former Theravādin Buddhist monk, David Sudar has spent over 3 years on intensive meditation retreats, including a 21-month retreat in Myanmar with his core teacher, Sayadaw U Tejaniya. Since 2018 he has also been studying with Vipassana teacher, Carol Wilson. He currently teaches Buddhism & meditation full-time, both locally and online. Visit here for a more complete biography.
.TEACHING ORIENTATION:
We're rooted in the Theravada Buddhist / Insight Meditation tradition. We center around the Noble Eightfold Path, the earliest teachings found in the Pali Canon, as well as a contemporary sensibility. The two books that most capture the teaching style you'll find in this group are:
- Relax & Be Aware by Sayadaw U Tejaniya. This is my favorite meditation guide, as it brilliantly lays out a down-to-earth meditation approach, based on awareness & wisdom, that we can apply every moment of our lives.
- The Issue at Hand by Gil Fronsdal. This book offers a very readable, brief, and excellently written overview of the Buddhist path. You could skip right to this chapter for a comprehensive yet succinct overview of the style of Buddhism we practice.
- Silent Buddhist Meditation + Short Dharma Talk + Community Discussion (on Zoom)Link visible for attendees
Join about 20 to 30 of us for silent meditation, a short talk, and a community discussion. You're welcome to join for as little or as long as you like, and have your video on or off. Message me for the Zoom password (link below).
The opening talk is typically from the Insight Meditation / Vipassana / Theravāda Buddhist tradition, though as the meditation is in silence, you are welcome to practice whatever method you like. You do not need to be Buddhist.
Offered on donation.
Morning Flow (Mon-Fri)
8:00 – 8:15am — a short dharma talk / reflection
8:15 – 8:45am — silent meditation
8:45 – 9:00am — community discussionMorning Flow (Sat/Sun)
8:00 – 8:55am — silent meditation
8:55 – 9:00am — “lightning round,” sharing intentions for the day or one-sentence reflectionsThe gathering happens virtually via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/370125244
Message me for the Zoom password.About the Facilitator:
A former Theravādin Buddhist monk, David Sudar has completed over 3 years of intensive meditation retreats, including a 21-month Vipassana retreat in Myanmar with his core teacher, Sayadaw U Tejaniya. He has also been studying since 2018 with Vipassana teacher, Carol Wilson.
He currently works as a Buddhist & meditation teacher, both locally in Portland, Oregon, and virtually through Zoom classes, writings, and 1-on-1 meetings. His primary emphasis is how to integrate the Buddha's deep wisdom & liberation teachings into our everyday lives.
Visit www.pathofsincerity.com for more info.
- Silent Buddhist Meditation + Short Dharma Talk + Community Discussion (on Zoom)Link visible for attendees
Join about 20 to 30 of us for silent meditation, a short talk, and a community discussion. You're welcome to join for as little or as long as you like, and have your video on or off. Message me for the Zoom password (link below).
The opening talk is typically from the Insight Meditation / Vipassana / Theravāda Buddhist tradition, though as the meditation is in silence, you are welcome to practice whatever method you like. You do not need to be Buddhist.
Offered on donation.
Morning Flow (Mon-Fri)
8:00 – 8:15am — a short dharma talk / reflection
8:15 – 8:45am — silent meditation
8:45 – 9:00am — community discussionMorning Flow (Sat/Sun)
8:00 – 8:55am — silent meditation
8:55 – 9:00am — “lightning round,” sharing intentions for the day or one-sentence reflectionsThe gathering happens virtually via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/370125244
Message me for the Zoom password.About the Facilitator:
A former Theravādin Buddhist monk, David Sudar has completed over 3 years of intensive meditation retreats, including a 21-month Vipassana retreat in Myanmar with his core teacher, Sayadaw U Tejaniya. He has also been studying since 2018 with Vipassana teacher, Carol Wilson.
He currently works as a Buddhist & meditation teacher, both locally in Portland, Oregon, and virtually through Zoom classes, writings, and 1-on-1 meetings. His primary emphasis is how to integrate the Buddha's deep wisdom & liberation teachings into our everyday lives.
Visit www.pathofsincerity.com for more info.
