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Established in 1998, Insight Meditation Center of Pioneer Valley is a Buddhist center in the Insight Meditation tradition serving western Massachusetts. Our mission is to share the Buddha's teachings with those who are interested. Insight PV is a non-residential center offering sittings, classes & retreats and special events to help sustain and deepen meditation practice and bring wisdom and compassion into daily life. Click About Us to learn more.

Welcoming Statement

We are firmly committed to welcoming diversity of cultural or religious background, race, socio-economic class, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, education, or physical ability within our midst, so that all might feel included and comfortable in practicing here. In addition, we ask that participants not wear fragrances or scented body care products here, so that our members who have chemical allergies are able to attend.

Upcoming Events at Insight PV

"There is a sorrow beyond all grief which leads to joy" — Rashini from the poem, The Unbroken
The Buddha said, "With our thoughts we make the world." We often spend hours worrying about the future, brooding over the past, or grappling with present-day stress, disappointments, and sorrow. We often believe that if our lives were a little easier, then we could feel joy: "If I only could have ___ (fill in the blank with your own desires), then I will finally be happy." James Baraz, author of Awakening Joy, says: "We can't control circumstances or other people, but we can train our minds to see clearly and our hearts to remain open, even in the face of pain." This three-week class will include mindfulness meditation, inquiry, and discussion about how to recognize and deepen the joy in our daily lives no matter what is happening in our outer lives. Together, we will explore practices of generosity, gratitude, and even playfulness, as we learn to open-heartedly face difficulties. For beginning and experienced practitioners.

Metta and Karuna - Treating Ourselves and Others with Kindness and Compassion
with Kim Weeber
Saturday, May 19
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Suggested contribution: $20 - 35
plus Teacher Dana

We will practice meditations that cultivate our natural capacity for an open and loving heart. People will be given an opportunity to get in touch with their own deepest wishes for well being for themselves and others. These practices lead to the development of concentration, happiness, and a greater ability to accept ourselves and others. This retreat is suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators.