Tacoma Buddhist CenterAwareness is revolutionary. ~ Sangharakshita The Tacoma Buddhist Center is a community built upon friendship and shared interests in living with more awareness and kindness. Anyone is welcome, regardless of experience and background! |
Order Members, Mitras, and Friends Manidha Manidha In 2013, I was ordained in the Triratna Buddhist Order. Manidha, the name given to me upon ordination, means “Holder of the Jewel.” In Buddhism, this jewel is the Bodhicitta Jewel - the heart's longing to end everyone’s suffering. My passion is to support others in their own realization of what’s possible in this lifetime. |
Erika
ErikaAfter exploring yoga, meditation and spirituality, I walked through the doors of Norwich Buddhist Center and the context resonated. Over the past few years I have enjoyed exploring questions such as 'What is Buddhism?', 'What is true?' and 'How do the Buddha's teachings affect our lives in the West today?'. The Triratna Community provides a sound and enjoyable context in which to explore these questions as well as a place to develop deep friendships.
The opportunity to meet new people asking similar questions and to support a new center drew me back to Tacoma after a visit. I've enjoyed getting to know everyone!
Mike Mike
I have been drawn to the spiritual life for as long as I can remember. As an 11 year old, I can recall telling one of my aunts that I wanted to be a priest one day when she asked me about my future ambitions! Over the years, I've had the privilege of working in several spiritual and mental health professions, both in the military and in the civilian context. Through a series of challenging years in my life, I was drawn to the Dharma and ultimately to Tacoma Buddhist Center. I've found the practice of mindfulness to be amongst the helpful skills in my life in overcoming trauma and approaching each day with both fearlessness and compassion.
Dave Dave
I first encountered mindfulness during my internship training as a clinical psychologist about 20 years
ago. Since that time, mindfulness has become a central foundation of my clinical work with clients,
because I have seen how powerfully transformative it can be—both in my own life as well as in the lives
of the clients that I work with.
A few years ago, I encountered the Tacoma Buddhist Center (based on the recommendation from a
good friend), where I immediately felt at home. Drawn by a desire to deepen my meditation practice
and to learn more about the Dharma, I have been so grateful for the deep connections that I have been
able to make with like-minded individuals who are striving to live mindfully, to cultivate loving kindness
and compassion, and to be a force for positive change in the world.
Jennifer Jennifer
A deep sense of connection to others, including animals and nature, has been a part of the fabric of my life since a very early age. In this, I had always felt drawn to the Buddhist teachings. Several years ago I sustained a debilitating back injury, and found myself turning toward the teachings as a way out of suffering. The Dharma opened up for me a possibility of not only deepening my connection with others, but also being in relationship with life in a new way; one that created much more room for joy and peace.
Having developed a personal practice on my own, through the years I came to realize something was missing and searched online for Buddhist centers where I could join a community. From the first day at Tacoma Buddhist Center I felt welcome and at home. Over the years, the friendships I have built here have been deep and meaningful. I am so grateful for the opportunity to practice, learn and grow alongside others who are walking the same path of mindfulness, compassion and equanimity.