International Meditation Group-DDM

30/05/2026

🌿 Starting this week, IMG group practice will be taking a short pause as we transition to a new practice space.

As we move into this next chapter, this may also be an opportunity to deepen your own personal practice at home. Your practice doesn’t need to be perfect — even a few minutes of mindful breathing, gentle movement, or quiet sitting each day can help keep your energy grounded and flowing.

If you’d like materials to support for your personal practice during this break, you can explore these online resources:
https://dharmadrumretreat.org/teachings/

We’d also love to hear from you 💛
During this time, we invite everyone to share your reflections of practicing Chan in daily life in the comments below.

Let's keep practice together in another form. We’ll be back on the mat together very soon. 🙏
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26/05/2026

📣Reminder
No group practice this Saturday due to special event.

🥁Announcement
Due to adjustments to IMG’s group practice venue, our activities will be temporarily paused starting from June 1, 2026.

Once the new venue is ready and the schedule is confirmed, we’ll share updates with everyone.

We look forward to practicing together again very soon! 🙏✨
In the meantime, may we continue practicing in every moment of daily life.

Wherever we are, life itself is Chan. 🌱🙏

29/04/2026

☀️ May Group Practice – Bringing Mindfulness into Everyday Life 🌿

This May, join us each Saturday for group practice and discover that Chan practice is not separate from daily life—it can be found in every movement, every breath, and every simple task.

Our recent practice concluded with working meditation, where participants helped tidy the monastery with mindful awareness. Many experienced a deep sense of peace and healing, realizing that even everyday chores can become part of the path.

As Fashi shared:
“Tidying, walking, talking, pondering, exploring, smelling—each act polishes the Buddha-nature within and without.”

Whether you are new to meditation or have practiced before, you are warmly welcome to join us. No registration needed.

📅May 2, 9, 16, 23
🕰 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Aiqun Building (愛群大樓), Room B, 7F, No.124-6, Sec. 4, Zhongxiao East Rd., Taipei

🧘 Practice Flow: ☘️ Eight-form moving meditation 🌼 Sitting meditation 🚶 Walking meditation 🧹 Working meditation 💬 Sharing & discussion

💰 Free of charge, but donations to DDM are always appreciated.

🔔 Friendly Reminders
• Please wear loose pants that cover your knees.
• No meat-based food in the venue.
• If you’re feeling unwell, kindly rest at home.

✨ Let’s practice together this May and bring calm awareness into daily life—one step, one breath, one action at a time.

21/04/2026

💪Volunteer needed 💪

01/04/2026

🌸 Find Your Inner Calm This Spring: April Group Practice
As the city begins to bloom, take a moment to let your own inner peace flourish. We invite you to step away from the bustle and join our weekly Saturday practice this April. Whether you are a long-time practitioner or looking to begin your journey into mindfulness, our doors are open to all.

Event Details
📅 Dates: April 4, 11, 18, 25 (Every Saturday)
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Venue: Aiqun Building (愛群大樓), Room B, 7F
No.124-6, Sec. 4, Zhongxiao East Rd., Taipei
(台北市忠孝東路四段124-6號7樓B室)

What We’ll Practice Together
Eight-form Moving Meditation, Sitting Meditation🧘, Walking Meditation🏃, Sharing and Discussion🗫
💰 Cost: Free of charge. (Donations to DDM are always appreciated to help support the venue and programs.)

Reminders for Attendees
Attire: Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting pants that cover your knees (suitable for sitting on cushions).
Venue Policy: To maintain the environment, please avoid bringing meat-based food into the venue.
Wellness: If you are feeling unwell, please prioritize your recovery and join us when you are feeling better.

No registration is required. Simply bring an open heart to join us.

18/03/2026

Passing on the Lamp, Carrying on the Vow 🪷

In remembrance of Master Sheng Yen’s profound teachings, the annual Lamp Ceremony is a sacred time for us to come together in gratitude. This ceremony is not just a ritual; it is a collective commitment to commemorate the Master’s kindness and wisdom.

To learn more about the event this year:

Dharma Drum Mountain Global Website

01/03/2026

🌿 Group Practice in March🌿
As the season shifts, it’s a beautiful time to reset and return to what truly matters. Join us every Saturday in March for a calm to practice together.
Whether you’ve been practicing for years or you’re simply curious to try meditation for the first time — you are warmly invited. No registration needed.
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📅 Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 28
🕰 Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Venue: Aiqun Building (愛群大樓), Room B, 7F
No.124-6, Sec. 4, Zhongxiao East Rd., Taipei (台北市忠孝東路四段124-6號7樓B室)
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🧘 What We’ll Practice Together:
☘️ Eight-form moving meditation 🌼 Sitting meditation 🚶 Walking meditation 💬 sharing and discussion
💰 Free of charge: Free of charge. Donations to DDM are always appreciated 🙏
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🔔 Reminders
• Please wear loose pants that cover your knees.
• Please avoid bringing meat-based food into the venue.
• If you’re not feeling well, take time to rest at home.
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🌱 Make March Saturdays your mindful day. Step in, settle down and feel here and now.

Send a message to learn more

20/02/2026

🧧Another participant shared her reflection on participating in the One-day Retreat from a different perspective:

On Feb. 7, I joined a one-day meditation retreat at the New Taipei Branch of Dharma Drum Mountain. Although I have attended many retreats before, this was my first experience practicing entirely in English. The change of language slowed me down and gently brought me back to my breath and the present moment.

The retreat was guided by Venerable Guo-Chii. Grounded in the Dharma and using English as a medium, she offered the teachings to practitioners—a truly twofold effort. Her fluent and gentle guidance created a deep sense of calmness and reassurance.

Many of the participants were young people from different countries. Despite their diverse backgrounds, everyone practiced quietly and sincerely, creating a simple yet focused atmosphere.

One young man, Bruce from Scotland, just over twenty years old and attending his first retreat, particularly moved me. During the sharing session, he spoke about the calm that meditation brought him. Although physical discomfort sometimes interrupted his practice, he remembered the teacher’s instruction—to return to the breath, again and again.

In that moment, I could not help but reflect on myself in my early twenties. At that age, I would never have imagined approaching meditation or the Dharma in this way.

A natural sense of respect arose—for this young man, and for his simple, sincere heart.

With the New Year approaching, it feels like a time for new beginnings and setting intentions. This English meditation retreat became, for me, a gentle reminder—to make use of my English skills, to follow Venerable Guo-Chii’s example, and to practice giving in everyday life, allowing this intention to unfold gently toward wholeness.

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🧨Next One-day Retreat will be on May 30, 2026. If you are interested, registration is still available at https://onlinereg.ddm.org.tw/node/68

Many appreciation to Jessica Wu for sharing 🙏

17/02/2026

Sending our warmest wishes to all our IMG friends for a happy and content Chinese New Year! 🧧✨

On Feb. 7, IMG held our first one-day retreat of 2026. Some of our practitioners generously shared their reflections with us. We’re grateful to share the following reflection from Apple Florence:
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The blessed ‘practitioners’
It’s my pleasure to experience the retreat for the first time alongside FaShi. Everyone finds FaShi to be incredibly open-minded, and her approach to leading is both fun and relaxing. This atmosphere really helps everyone unwinds during meditation and deepens our understanding of Chan meditation.

About moving meditation
In the moving meditation, FaShi posed thought-provoking questions rooted in Chan philosophy. These questions, such as ‘Where is your mind?’ or ‘Where is your Chintamani jewel within you?’, encouraged us not only to move, but also to reflect deeply. This approach transformed the practice from mere physical exercise into a meaningful, introspective journey.

About yoga practice
Additionally, we explored yoga practices that included both seated and standing poses, as well as unwinding yoga. These practices offered valuable insights into Chan meditation, showing that it’s not solely about sitting still. This holistic approach enriched my understanding and made the retreat an enriching experience. I feel both fortunate and grateful to have been part of it.

We are thankful for everyone who joined this retreat and for the heartfelt reflections shared. May the new year continue to bring clarity, mindfulness, and growth to us all.
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🧨Next One-day Retreat will be on May 30, 2026. If you are interested, registration is still available at https://onlinereg.ddm.org.tw/node/68

16/02/2026

From Feb 17th through 21st, the 1st through the 5th day of Lunar New Year (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM), join us for a vibrant celebration filled with joy, reflection, and meaningful tradition.

Breathe in the mountain and ocean air.
Light a lamp. Set an intention.
Leave last year’s worries behind
and step into the New Year with clarity and good fortune.
This isn’t just a holiday visit —
it’s a reset for your body, mind, and spirit.
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🌟 Main Hall Activities
• Light a blessing lamp
• Receive Blessed Peace Rice
• Grand Offering Ceremony
• New Year’s Blessing from the Abbot
• Prayer & Blessing Ceremony
• Digital Prayer Tree
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🕯 Second Building (3F / 2F Reception)
• Peace, Wisdom, and Blessing Lamps
• Meal offerings (Dana)
• Offerings to the Sangha
• Offerings to the Three Jewels
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🍵 Tea & Meditation Experience
First Building, 4F Side Hall
🕥 10:30 AM | 12:30 PM | 2:00 PM | 3:30 PM
Led by our monastics, this guided tea meditation blends mindfulness with the simple ritual of sharing tea.
Slow down. Focus on your breath. Let the warmth of the tea ground you. It’s a chance to turn a busy year into a few peaceful, centered moments.
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🥗 Vegetarian Favorites & Festive Treats
🕚 Vegetarian lunch Meal (11:00 AM – 1:30 PM) symbolizing peace and happiness — every bite carries a New Year’s blessing.
🍪 Handmade cookies for sweetness and joy
🍵 Longan fortune tea for harmony and good luck
☕ Fresh coffee to add warmth and energy to your celebration
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✨ Bring your family and friends.
Begin the year feeling grounded, grateful, and renewed.
We look forward to celebrating with you and welcoming a New Year filled with peace, balance, and abundance.

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