The Center for Contemplative Mind in Society is a global community of contemplative practitioners whose goal is the ongoing development of racial, social, economic, and environmental justice and the advancement of human flourishing.
Contemplative Practice
There are many ways towards the realization of our inextricable connection to each other — so that we may act to ensure our mutual well-being and collective flourishing! Here are some of our favourite resources for getting started with practice.
The Tree of Contemplative Practices
Looking for more ideas about what “a practice” can mean? The Tree is here to help!
Guided Practices
Easy-to-reference recordings, ranging from just a few minutes long, to an hour or more
Practice Webinars
Explore and experience various contemplative exercises
Retreats
Immerse yourself in our online retreats, from 3 hours up to a full day
Contemplative Activism & Action
We aim to build an actively antiracist society that uses contemplative practices to continuously recognize and reshape oppressive ways of thinking, relating, educating, and community building. Here are some of our favourite resources that share this goal!
The Activist’s Ally
A 119-page .pdf of tools for sustaining activism & promoting resilience
First issue of the ICEA Journal
A special issue on Social Justice, Inner Work & Contemplative Practice
Contemplative Organization Toolbox
To foster contemplative practices within organizations
Contemplative Higher Education
For those involved in academia: the Association for Contemplative Mind in Higher Education (ACMHE) is your source for community and resources on contemplative teaching and learning. The ACMHE is our largest program, connecting over 800 members worldwide.
ACMHE Webinars
Monthly presentations on contemplative education
Summer Session
Our annual intensive contemplative education workshop
Community Building Toolkit
To foster contemplative community on campus
Explore the ACMHE Website
Learn more & join ACMHE here