San Jose Dharma Meetup

We become what we repeatedly do — and we don’t have to do it alone.
Join a supportive monthly book club exploring Atomic Habits by James Clear. This group is about more than reading a book — it’s about building a community committed to small, meaningful improvements and helping each other stay on track.
We meet on the first Saturday of each month at 9 AM PST to discuss ideas, share experiences, and reflect on how habits shape our lives. Expect open conversation, encouragement, and accountability in a welcoming environment where progress matters more than perfection.
To preserve a strong sense of connection and trust, participants are required to have cameras on upon entering the Zoom room and throughout the session. This is a community space, not a passive webinar.
Your first 3 sessions are free so you can experience the group and connect with members. After that, continued participation requires a contribution to support the organization and sustainability of the meetup. This helps maintain the quality and commitment of the community we’re building together.
Please note that sessions may be recorded on Zoom and made available later for premium members. By attending, you consent to the possibility of being included in these recordings.
Whether you’re working on productivity, health, mindset, or personal growth, this is a place to learn, practice, and grow alongside others walking the same path. Zoom password is 426646

The following is the break up of chapters we're planning to focus on each month:

Chapters 5 &6 for April: Lack of clarity on implementation impedes habit development

Chapters 7 & 8 for May: What is the secret to self-control?

IN JUNE, Review Sessions of Chapters 1-8 to help anyone who joins us in the middle; you can join any time and still catch up once you acquire the book and read a bit at a time. Our objective is to help each other integrate the principles behind atomic habits; we're here to help you if you have sincere intentions.

Chapters 9 & 10 for July: What is the role of friends and family in shaping our habits?

Chapters 11 & 12 for August: Walk Slowly, But Not Backward

Chapters 13 & 14 for September: How to make good habits inevitable & bad habits impossible

NO BOOK CLUB IN OCTOBER

Chapters 15 & 16 for November: What are the causes of behavior change?

Chapters 17 & 18 for December: How an accountability partner can change everything

Chapters 19 & 20 for January 2027: HOW TO STAY MOTIVATED IN LIFE AND WORK

Thank you for reading until the end!
Come as you are. Stay for the community. Build better habits together.

Hello our Dharma friends!

Buddhism is often compared to a great tree. The Law of Cause and Effect (Karma) is its trunk and its root. If the root is severed, the tree withers; if the trunk is cut, the tree falls. Because this law is the very foundation of the path, we are returning to the basics to ensure our "roots" are strong.

Whether you are a complete newcomer or a long-time practitioner, this series is designed to deepen your understanding by mastering the art of sharing.
Why Join This Series?
They say "to teach is to learn twice." Much like math, you truly understand a concept only when you can explain it to someone else. By learning how to share the Law of Karma, you aren't just helping others—you are listening to the Dharma with your own ears and testing your own heart.
What to Expect:

• Back to Basics: We will strip away the complexity and explore the Law of Cause and Effect from a fresh, beginner-friendly perspective.
• Interactive Learning: This isn't just a lecture. We will guide you to become more confident in articulating these profound truths.
• Deepen Your Practice: For regulars, this "deep dive into the basics" will clarify nuances that are often missed in advanced discussions.
• Community: A supportive environment where we learn, listen, and grow together.

Series Schedule:
This is a 5-part serial workshop. While each session stands on its own, we highly recommend attending all five to get the full "root-to-leaf" experience!
"When you share the Dharma, you are also listening to your own voice and learning together."
Welcome to the gateway to Buddhism 101 for all! Our Karma Lab meeting is a friendly get-together of like-minded people to learn about karma in Buddhism.
Our weekly “intro to Buddhism” meetup group is open to all! No experience in Buddhism is necessary.

We have a good mix of regulars and newbies each meeting.
The first 20 minutes I'd like to get to know who is joining our zoom session so please have your camera on. To ensure a smooth entrance to my zoom room, your camera must be on when you come in.

Our classes are free for the first 3 sessions . After 3 sessions, if you see value in joining, please consider offering a contribution.
Our classes & sangha are sustained by the dana gratitude contributions of people like you!
Dana gratitude donations for our classes are gratefully accepted on Venmo @Bita-Enayati If you don't have Venmo, please email me at bitadharma22@gmail.com
so you can offer your contribution through PayPal or Zelle
Suggested donation for the event is $5 - $20.

Last but not least– the Zoom passcode is 426646.
We’re looking forward to meeting you!