Relaxed Mind Center

For experienced meditators

Clear Practice

You already meditate, maybe for years, and you're good at it. Clear Practice is an evening built for you. Keep what you value: focus, calm and depth. Leave everything else behind: no mantras, chanting, imagery, ritual or belief system. Just the technique and a clear mind.

Sign up for Clear Practice New to meditation? Start with Meditation 101

A clean path for a practice you already have

Many people in the West learned meditation from traditions that aren't their own, and never wanted everything that came attached to it. They wanted the calm, the focus and the steadiness.

Here you can keep practicing and keep it clean. What you practice every day shapes your mind, so everything we teach is chosen to be simple, neutral and focused only on a clear, steady mind.

What we keep, what we leave out

  • Keep: deep focus and a settled body
  • Keep: steady breathing and attention
  • Leave out: mantras and chanting
  • Leave out: imagery, ritual and belief systems
  • Just the core technique and its benefits

The evening

One evening, 60 minutes, in a small group of experienced men. Sitting in ordinary chairs, eyes open or closed as you like. You stay alert and in charge the whole time.

  1. 1

    Settle

    A short body relaxation to arrive and let go of the day.

  2. 2

    The clean method

    How to keep the depth of your practice with a neutral anchor: the breath or a calm, plain word.

  3. 3

    Practice together

    A longer sit, at the level you're used to.

  4. 4

    Talk it through

    Questions, and how to bring the clean method into your daily practice.

Sign up for Clear Practice

David reads every sign-up and talks with each person before confirming a place, so the group is a good fit for everyone.

Men's class

Clear Practice

When
Tuesday evenings, 8:15 to 9:15pm. David confirms which Tuesday when he contacts you.
Length
One evening, 60 minutes
Where
A private home in the La Brea area. The address is sent after David confirms your place.
Group size
Up to 10 men
Who it's for
Men with an established meditation practice
Cost
Free introductory evening

Questions

How experienced do I need to be?

Clear Practice is for people who already meditate regularly. If you're new, or have only tried it a few times, Meditation 101 is the better start.

Will this replace what I do now?

You'll learn a clean way to practice that keeps the depth you're used to. What you do with it afterwards is up to you.

Is it really free?

Yes. This is a free introductory evening. No payment or donation is asked for or accepted.

Is this therapy?

No. These are relaxation and meditation classes. If you're struggling with your mental health, please also speak with a doctor or therapist. In a crisis, call or text 988.

Is there more after this evening?

A six-week course is planned. Join the interest list to hear when it opens.