The Meditation Community was founded in 2006 and inspired by the Brown University Contemplative Studies Initiative and by a three month silent meditation retreat at the Insight Meditation Society.

The purpose of this site is to help people become aware of how their minds constantly resist this moment by projecting happiness as a goal for the future or something that existed in the past. Becoming aware of this tendency of the mind, and accepting it, is the only avenue into peace and true happiness.

Perhaps it goes without saying but nothing on this site should be taken as a definitive truth, it is simply my experience, and it is certainly not medical advice and is not meant to take the place of advice or treatment by a medical doctor. Please be sure to see your physician or psychologist for any conditions that require medical care.

-Seth

Special thanks to:

• Jan Thompson, who took the beautiful background photo used for this site. Jan's website features many more gorgeous photos.
  
  
• Harold Roth, for his dedication to integrating contemplative practices into higher education.
  
  
• Guy Armstrong, Carol Wilson, Joseph Goldstein and everyone at the Insight Meditation Society who created such an incredible space for awakening.
  
  
• Naomi, Judy, Myles and Shulamit: My family whose love and inspiration makes it all so easy!
  
  
• Eckhart Tolle, for speaking in a voice so clearly that it seems to come from within.
  
  
• Bibek and Michael: For accompanying me on this journey.