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We offer meditation instruction, practice and dharma classes on historical, spiritual, philosophical and religious aspects of the practice of Buddhist teachings in everyday life.

We do some memorial services and other high holiday offering ceremonies.

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There is an ordination for new ministers under the IOBM, you can check their website for more information. IOMB.org

Classes for meditation and Dharma Practice are not yet on the calendar.

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Please follow us on FaceBook and YouTube for updated information. We are also active and provide guidance on Reddit under r/sittingstill9 as well as under the group https://www.reddit.com/r/beginningBuddhist/

About Dr. Sean

Rev. Dhammajivaka, Dr. Sean H. Thompson

The founder and primary teacher for the Centered Path is Reverend Sean H. Thompson. He was fully ordained as a Buddhist Minister at the Rosemead Buddhist Monastery in Rosemead California under the Southern California Sangha Council and the International Order of Buddhist Ministers in 2006 (06/06/2006). He has served as a meditation and Dharma tutor focusing on the basics of Buddhist practice as applied to a householders' life.

Rev. Sean was given the name 'Dhammajivaka' when he was ordained, named in part after the Buddha's personal physician Jivaka and also because he is a health care provider (chiropractor and acupuncturist) he was considered 'the good son of the Dharma' (more literal translation).

Rev. Sean who goes by Dr. Sean commonly, has traveled to Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, Sri Lanka and throughout the United States teaching and learning from some amazing gurus and masters. He has been a returning presenter and delegate of the United Nations Day of Vesak, and international conference of Buddhist leaders focusing on current issues as Buddhism approaches them.

His main focus is Chan (Chinese precursor to Zen) and Theravada practices. He studies Samatha and Vipassana meditation and explores the physiological effects of stress and meditation.

His main primary teachers are Venerable Chao Chu of the Los Angeles Buddhist Union, Ven. Walpola Piyananda of the Dhamma Vijaya Buddhist Vihara in Southern California and Jigme Dorge Rimpoche of the Khawalung Monastery in Kathmandu Nepal.

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Meditation Practice and training

Think too much?

That is what they all say. Learn to meditate and calm that monkey mind. Have it become useful and even teach it a few tricks. We practice twice a week, all levels are welcome and you can even schedule a private session to start your practice right. Check out our blog as well!

Is Buddhism Right for you?

Meditation Practice and training

Many people are considering Buddhist teachings in order to give themselves a chance for a better life without all the guilt and oppression of some other forms of philosophical, religious and spiritual practice. Not to say there are not any guidelines, or rules, but the locus of control is totally different and YOU are responsible for your moments... each as they arise.

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Ready to learn?

The study and practice of Buddhist teachings, called the Dharma or Dhamma is the best way to better your own life and become a benefit to all beings. There is even a specific practice for that! Check out our classes and workshops for more. The Dharma coincides with any spiritual or religious practice that is non violent and designed to help you become successful as a good person and influence in this world. It does not refute any other practice but allow you to study openly and thoroughly. Making you, yourself the teacher.

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We do not offer psychology or psychiatry services.

Mental health is important and meditation can absolutely help. Meditation and the practice of Buddhism is based on mental health but is not a substitute for psychotherapy or medications. Medications should be taken as prescribed by your health care provider, do not stop medications without advice from your prescribing doctor. Some meditations and practices may cause disturbances in thought, sleep, appetite, concentration or other functions. Make sure you practice closely with your teacher and community.

Health:

We believe in the right to care for one's self based in science. However, it is also our belief that the First Precept of 'Abstain from taking life', and the Second Precept of 'Abstain from taking which is not given' as guides to health treatments, this also applies to any medicines, blood products, tissues and vaccines. We support Religious Exemption under Title VII of the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964. Therefore do not require any members to have any vaccines unless they themselves choose to have them. It is believed in our teachings and practice that using harvested blood, tissue, or fluids is against those precepts. Any procedure that breaks the Five Precepts or Eight Fold Path are not acceptable by this organization.

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Site Content

Services

Events and classes

Events and classes

Events and classes

Events and classes

Events and classes

Other FAQs

Events and classes

Other FAQs

About Dr. Sean

Rev. Dhammajivaka, Dr. Sean H. Thompson

About Us

Meditation Practice and training

Meditation Practice and training

Meditation Practice and training

Is Buddhism Right for you?

Meditation Practice and training

Meditation Practice and training

Ready to learn?

Meditation Practice and training

Ready to learn?

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