Paying it forward

Dana, or generosity, is the heart of practice and has kept these teachings alive for thousands of years. Insight Sangha Providence is a bit of an experiment in building a self-sustaining community that is based on the investment of practitioners - not only to support their own well-being, but for future people who might find these teachings meaningful, rich, and life-giving. It's similar to taking the time to pick up a piece of litter while out on a walk; not only does it make you feel good (which then conditions feeling good more often), but it helps the ecosystem to thrive and creates more enjoyment and peace for all who come after.

 

The teachers have committed to offering their time and knowledge freely. Teachers who share the dharma traditionally do so by relying on the generosity of the community to offer what they can so teachers can continue to share their time and knowledge with anyone interested. This keeps the spirit of the dharma rooted in the expansive movement of the heart, builds deep and trusting relationships between teachers and community, and removes the financial barrier which often bars economically less-advantaged people from personally liberating practices.