Insight Western Mass

Insight Western Mass An insight meditation center in Western Massachusetts dedicated to sharing the Buddha's teachings. No one will be turned away for inability to donate.

Insight Meditation Community of Western Massachusetts (formerly Insight PV) is a Buddhist center in the Insight Meditation tradition serving western Massachusetts since 1998. Our mission is to share the Buddha's teachings with all who are interested. Insight WM offers non-residential sittings, dharma talks, classes, and retreats to help sustain and deepen meditation practice and bring wisdom and compassion into daily life. We are currently offering most offerings via Zoom.

This four-week class offers an introduction to the Buddha’s teachings on meditation and mindfulness in daily life. We wi...
06/24/2026

This four-week class offers an introduction to the Buddha’s teachings on meditation and mindfulness in daily life. We will begin with mindfulness of the body and of breathing, then turn to mindfulness of feelings, thoughts, and other elements of experience. Emphasis will be placed on establishing a consistent meditation practice and developing wise reflection to support kindness, clarity, and inner freedom. Each week will include guided practice and instruction, Q&A, and suggestions to help integrate practice into daily life. This course is designed for beginners and for those with meditation experience who would like to revisit the fundamentals in a structured, supportive setting.

Introduction to Insight Meditation with Doug Kremm
Four-week course: Tuesdays, July 14-August 4, 7-8:30 pm ET, in person at IWM
Read more and register at the link in our bio.

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Join Kritee (Kanko)- internationally known climate scientist, Zen Buddhist priest on July 19th for a one day retreat. G...
06/18/2026

Join Kritee (Kanko)- internationally known climate scientist, Zen Buddhist priest on July 19th for a one day retreat. Go to insightwma.org to register.

Join "Introduction to Insight Meditation" starting on July 14th with Doug Kremm. Go to insightwma.org to register!
06/17/2026

Join "Introduction to Insight Meditation" starting on July 14th with Doug Kremm. Go to insightwma.org to register!

Finding Anchor in a Storm: A Day of Meditation, Connection, and Courage, a one day retreat on July 19th! Join Kritee (Ka...
06/15/2026

Finding Anchor in a Storm: A Day of Meditation, Connection, and Courage, a one day retreat on July 19th! Join Kritee (Kanko)- internationally known climate scientist, Zen Buddhist priest . Go to insightwma.org to register.

Tuesday Sangha gathers at 5:30 pm-6:45 at Insight Western MA for meditation and discussion. Every Tuesday, in-person ...
06/15/2026

Tuesday Sangha gathers at 5:30 pm-6:45 at Insight Western MA for meditation and discussion. Every Tuesday, in-person

Jean Esther, MSW began formally training in meditation over 50 years ago. Since 1982, she has been training in the Thera...
05/23/2026

Jean Esther, MSW began formally training in meditation over 50 years ago. Since 1982, she has been training in the Theravada tradition with senior Western teachers, as well as Asian and Western monastics. She began extensive teacher training in 2008. Jean’s dharma teaching is informed by over 45 years of practice as a psychotherapist integrating spiritual inquiry, psychological understanding, and somatic awareness. For over 20 years, she trained with renowned Jungian analyst Marion Woodman, and in numerous mind/body trauma-informed practices over the past 4 decades. She continues to be inspired by the Buddha’s teachings on love and wisdom and is committed to transmitting them with respect for, and understanding of, social and cultural diversity. Jean serves on the Guiding Teacher’s Council at Insight Western Mass, is a Guiding Teacher of True North Insight in Ontario, Canada, teaches regularly at Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA, as well as across the US and Canada. In addition, she maintains her psychotherapy practice in Northampton, MA.

Join us this Wednesday May 27, 7-8:30pm ET for an Open Community Practice and Dharma Talk with Jean Esther, in person at IWM & hybrid. More info at the link in our bio.

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The Social Justice Practice Group gathers on last Saturdays to practice Meditation in Action and Engaged Buddhism. Some ...
05/22/2026

The Social Justice Practice Group gathers on last Saturdays to practice Meditation in Action and Engaged Buddhism. Some of the activities we can engage in include sitting outdoors for justice, attending rallies, having discussions, writing postcards, hosting potlucks and phone banks, folding origami cranes for peace, and doing everything and anything we are drawn to do together.

Our next meeting is Saturday May 30th, 10:30am-12pm ET, in person at IWM. Last Saturdays monthly.

If you can’t make it, and want to learn more, or would like to be added to the Social Justice Google Group, please email Cheryl Kiras at [email protected] and your message will be passed along.

The social justice practice group food drive continues, with a box always available at the center for non-perishable food items. Gratitude to all who continue to donate.

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Tara Mulay teaches and mentors dharma practitioners on retreat and in daily life practice. She teaches nationally, was ...
05/16/2026

Tara Mulay teaches and mentors dharma practitioners on retreat and in daily life practice. She teaches nationally, was trained and authorized by the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusetts, serves as a Guiding Teacher at Spirit Rock Meditation Center.

Her journey into dharma practice began during her 20-year career as a criminal defense attorney. Tara’s teachings are rooted in the Mahasi Sayadaw lineage, enriched by influences from other Theravadan and Early Buddhist traditions.

Of South Asian heritage, Tara was initially drawn to dharma practice by the Buddha’s teachings rejecting caste as a measure of worth and capacity for awakening. She believes that classical Buddhist practices—fostering compassion, non-greed, non-hatred, and non-delusion—are powerful tools for empowering marginalized communities.

Join us this Wednesday May 20, 7-8:30pm ET for ‘It’s in Your Nature to Come Awake’, an Open Community Practice and Dharma Talk with Tara Mulay, via Zoom. More info at the link in our bio.

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The Chronic Illness/Disability Affinity Sangha meets on Thursday May 21st, 6:30-8pm ET, via Zoom only. Third Thursdays m...
05/14/2026

The Chronic Illness/Disability Affinity Sangha meets on Thursday May 21st, 6:30-8pm ET, via Zoom only. Third Thursdays monthly.

We welcome anyone living with chronic illness/pain and/or disability. Our group includes people with a wide range of physical, emotional, and/or mental health challenges. Together we take time to practice, share, give support (no advice unless asked), and reflect on the Dharma. How does the Dharma help us navigate the sorrows and joys of living with illness, pain, and/or disability? What is the difference between compassion and pity? How do we discern right action and right speech for us as individuals and as a collective society? We share our experiences, compassion, and wisdom, supporting people where they are at in their lives and practice.

See link in bio for details and zoom link.

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For over 20 years nakawe has and continues to be a practitioner in the Buddha Dharma. Her first Buddhist teacher was Goe...
05/09/2026

For over 20 years nakawe has and continues to be a practitioner in the Buddha Dharma. Her first Buddhist teacher was Goenka. She is also a graduate of the Spirit Rock Dedicated Practitioners Program, Community Dharma Leaders Program and the IMS Teacher Trainer Program. At present she teaches retreats and is a community Insight Meditation teacher with New York Insight and other centers. Her ancestral home–Puerto Rico–includes Spanish, African and Taino Indian traditions which flow from her ancestors to give her guidance and strength. She identifies as Nuyorican–blending her Puerto Rican and New York roots. Nakawe believes we all have the potential to live a life of wisdom and compassion. These are the teachings of liberation that she wants to share.

Join us this Wednesday May 13, 7-8:30pm ET for an Open Community Practice and Dharma Talk with nakawe cuebas, via Zoom. More info at the link in our bio.

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Address

116 Pleasant Street Ste 242
Easthampton, MA
01027

Opening Hours

Monday 5:15pm - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 8:30am
Wednesday 6:45pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 7:45am - 8:30am
Friday 5:45pm - 8:15pm

Telephone

+14135270388

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