Insight Dialogue DC
Insight Dialogue DC
Relational meditation practice in the Washington, D.C. area
Insight Dialogue is a meditation practice you do with another person rather than alone. Developed by Gregory Kramer and rooted in Buddhist wisdom, it brings the mindful presence cultivated in silent, solitary meditation into direct relationship. Sessions in the DC area are open to anyone, whatever your background or experience.Scroll down for upcoming practice opportunities, and to sign up for the email newsletter ⬇️⬇️
UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES
Spiritual Friendship: The Whole of the Path
A weekend retreat on Oct 3-4, 2026
Iona Senior Services, 4125 Albemarle St NW · Tenleytown Metro (red line)
hosted by the Center for Mindful LivingThe Buddha famously called spiritual friendship not half the holy life, but the whole of it. This two-day, non-residential retreat takes this claim seriously: two days of Insight Dialogue practice with senior teachers Dave Leggatt and Sue Brown, exploring what it means to walk the spiritual path in the company of others.
In-Person Gatherings with Downtown Dharma
On the third Sunday of each month, 7-8:30pm (in NW DC)
Yoga District, 1910 14th St. NW DC · U St Metro (green / yellow line)Once a month, Downtown Dharma's Sunday meditation community offers Insight Dialogue practice, following a short guided meditation. The group is peer-led, drop-in, and draws a mix of longtime practitioners and those who are new to interpersonal meditation. All are warmly welcomed.
Online Practice with the Center for Mindful Living
On the first Sunday of each month, 5-6:30pm (on Zoom)
A 90-minute peer-led Insight Dialogue gathering, facilitated by Michele Bledsoe and Vince Lampone. Each session includes guided meditation and a period of Insight Dialogue (typically in pairs). Practitioners come with a wide range of experience, and no prior background is needed to join.
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