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January 2024 by Vincent Caballero
LBMC is the real deal, the depth of knowledge and practice are of a quality on par with that of the best schools.For years I have dreamt about finding a Sanga with teachers like a Jack Kornfield. LBMC has fulfilled that dream. If you are interested in the practice of meditation and getting some of the best instruction in the Dharma, LBCM is the place to connect with.I am so grateful for my teachers at LBMC. Thank You!Vincent Caballero member since 2016
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September 2023 by Nubia Macias
I've been meditating at Long Beach Meditation since 2016 and feel incredibly grateful to have found a welcoming community of fellow meditators here in Long Beach. Check it out!
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September 2023 by Wendy Danbury
I started mindfulness meditation at Long Beach Meditation back in 2019, before the pandemic sent us all into isolation of varying degrees. I'm so glad that I'd met many members of the community (called a Sangha) before the lockdown, because I was able to continue attending the Monday night sits, as well as the Sunday dharma talks, on Zoom. Based on the friendships I'd started to form in person, I participated in the first Long Beach Meditation book club on Zoom, and I'm now one of the facilitators!The teachers all have different backgrounds in different Buddhist traditions, and that variety has been so helpful in navigating daily life. I am not a religious person any more, and I appreciate the non-judgmental approach of "You might try this," instead of saying I must do something to achieve a "higher level." The teachers' warmth and wisdom create a bubble of peace, whether I log onto a Zoom meeting or go to Long Beach to sit in person. Mindfulness continues to help me in my daily life.
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August 2023 by Franz Manfredi
I started coming here in 2016 and felt like I’d discovered a hidden gem. Soon after I started teacher a beginners class. The caliber of teachers is unparalleled in their sincerity in practicing the healing art of meditation, truly embodying the Way. I have never found a more kind and welcoming Sangha. I am grateful and honored to practice with them and teach at LBM. I hope to see you there soon.
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August 2023 by Kaletis Manfredi
This meditation community is so welcoming and inclusive. I immediately felt comfortable there and appreciate that it's all donation based. The teachers are knowledgeable and fun to learn from and I especially like all the different types of techniques and schools of thought they cover. I especially recommend the full moon meditation and they even hold community service events. I went to one of their beach clean ups and had such a fun time. This place is a Long Beach hidden gem!
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April 2023 by Rey Barceló
I've been coming to Long Beach Meditation for several months now and find it an incredibly welcoming community. The teachers are profoundly knowledgeable, but make their teachings accessible to all. I'd highly recommend anyone curious about meditation to come!
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March 2023 by Corinna York
I am so blessed to have found Long Beach meditation. There are teachers of all kinds of different practices that are so kind and share their incite. It is easy to feel comfortable as a beginner and there are many opportunities to grow and learn more. It is a wonderful community. I look forward to going at least once a week:)! Thank you to all the people who make Long Beach meditation a fabulous center!
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March 2023 by Ellen Hughes
Sitting without judgment. Friendly and straightforward teachings of the Buddha framed for common folk and long-time meditators alike
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March 2023 by Francesca Perez
Pre-pandemic, was introduced to Long Beach Meditation by a friend and joined the in person Sunday sit. When everything shut down, I would join Monday evenings. Was off and on with my practice but in 2022, became more consistent by joining the Wednesday class. Now, I look forward to the Wednesday class and have gotten to know everyone. Long Beach Meditation has helped me in so many ways and I'm so thankful for this organization. Thank you Brad and Travis.
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March 2023 by Len Kody
Long Beach Meditation is an inviting community of seekers and doers. It’s been instrumental in my own personal growth, development and transformation. The book club rocks ?
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February 2023 by William Saksa
And open and friendly place to practice with a variety of teachers and backgrounds with in-person classes, zoom, and hybrid. I personally am a big fan of Monday Nights and the Full Moon Celebrations. FrAnz is awesome.
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February 2023 by Zuleyka Marquez
I love Long Beach Meditation! I started my meditation journey here. Through the years and even after relocating to the Midwest, I keep coming back. Franz made such a safe place to start exploring meditation--a space I am welcomed to bring my full self. In the toughest of times, I've come here with questions, shared or not, I was always come away with answers and new perspectives.Joining over zoom is convenient and just as powerful as in person!
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February 2023 by S. Hultquist
What a welcoming atmosphere for me as a beginner/growing meditator! I attend the Monday meditations with Franz and get so much out of his laid back/personable vibe but also his tender approach towards meeting our own experience. This is the sort of place where you can enter really at any experience level and meet something vibrant and useful that’s loaded with depth underscoring it. Would love to take part in more of their offerings. I zoom from out of town and try to come in person when possible. Even over zoom I feel Franz and the team make us part of the room.
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February 2023 by Aostara Kaye
Since finding Long Beach Meditation last year (around April or May), I have become a regular attendee of Monday night mediations and Full Moons with Franz, have attended a weekend silent retreat for the first time in my life, have joined the book club, and attend Sunday talks and Saturday retreats as often as my schedule allows. Why so much involvement so quickly? Because of the loving-kindness that radiates from the teachers, staff, board, and other attendees, and because of the positive impact both on my present life and in my outlook on the future. This is truly a place of growth and healing - a sangha in the truest sense of the word. It offers services to all -- Zoom or in person, no one turned away for lack of funds -- and I'm looking forward to deepening my practice while developing new friendships with this special group of people.
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February 2023 by Trevor Page
Absolutely love LBMC. so much knowledge and wonderful practices with no pushy religious sceme . It has changed mine and my wife's life for the better for sure. Our main class is Monday night with Franz Manfredi.
