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SUMMARY:2026 Buddhist Recovery Network Summit
DESCRIPTION:2026 Buddhist Recovery Network Summit\n\n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\nThree days of Buddhist practice\, recovery\, connection\, and community exploring Radical Kindness in the Face of Addiction \n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird Registration: $195 \nSecure the lowest-priced full-event registration available for the 2026 Buddhist Recovery Summit. \nScholarship applications will open in July 2026. \nNeed local accommodations? See our event page for discounts at local hotels: https://buddhistrecoverysummit.org/\nJoin recovery practitioners\, Buddhist teachers\, clinicians\, researchers\, peer-support leaders\, and community members from around the world for three days of learning\, practice\, healing\, and connection. \nHosted by the Buddhist Recovery Network\, the Buddhist Recovery Summit is a unique gathering dedicated to exploring how Buddhist teachings and practices can support recovery from addictive behaviors and help alleviate suffering in our lives and communities. \nThis Year’s Theme:\nRadical Kindness in the Face of Addiction \nAddiction often thrives in environments of shame\, isolation\, and disconnection. Recovery invites something different: compassion\, courage\, community\, and belonging. \nThis year’s Summit explores what becomes possible when we meet addiction—not only with determination and discipline—but with radical kindness. Through Buddhist wisdom\, recovery experience\, neuroscience\, and lived practice\, we will explore how kindness can become a powerful force for transformation in our lives\, relationships\, and communities. \nWhat to Expect\n\nInspiring keynote presentations from nationally recognized teachers and recovery leaders\nWorkshops and panel discussions on recovery\, mindfulness\, healing\, and community\nDaily meditation and contemplative practice\nOpportunities to experience a variety of Buddhist recovery meeting formats\nShared meals and informal community connection\nSocial gatherings\, storytelling\, and celebration\, music and movement\nMeaningful opportunities to connect with others on the recovery path\n\nFeatured Speakers Include\n\nLarry Yang\nDr. Judson Brewer\nFresh “Lev” White\nJoseph Clements\nMary Stancavage\nCynthia Kear\nGary Sanders\nKevin Griffin\nDr. Valerie Mason-John (Vimalasara)\n\nAdditional speakers and workshop leaders will be announced. \nWho Is This For?\nThis gathering welcomes: \n\nPeople in recovery from addictive behaviors\nBuddhist practitioners\nRecovery meeting facilitators and community leaders\nMental health and addiction professionals\nFamily members and allies\nAnyone interested in the intersection of recovery and Buddhist practice\n\nNo prior Buddhist experience is required. \nScholarships & Accessibility\nWe believe financial circumstances should never prevent someone from accessing recovery community and support. Scholarship opportunities will be available\, and we encourage anyone with financial need to apply. (Scholarship considerations will begin in July) \nJoin Us\nWhether you are new to recovery or have been walking this path for many years\, we invite you to join us for a weekend of practice\, learning\, connection\, and community. \nTogether we practice.\nTogether we recover.\nTogether we heal. \nTogether we embody Radical Kindness in the Face of Addiction. Join us for the weekend of October 2nd through the 4th at the East Bay Meditation Center’s new locaiton\n. This event will feature some of our most beloved BRN Academy speakers\, including Kevin Griffin\, Valerie Mason-John (Vimalasara)\, Mary Stancavage and more! \nThroughout the weekend\, we will delve into a range of thought-provoking topics designed to enrich your journey in Buddhist recovery. \nA Glimpse of the Weekend \nFriday Oct. 2nd \n\nRegistration Opens (2:00 pm – 9 pm)\nTaster Meetings\nOpening Remarks\nKeynote\nClosing Meditation\nBarefoot Boogie\n\nSaturday\, Oct. 3rd 9:30 am – 8 pm \n\nTaster Meetings\nGuided Morning Meditation\nOpening Keynote\nWorskhops\nPanel(s)\nKey Note Speaker – Brownbag Lunch (Provided)\nWorkshops\nPanel(s)\nKeynote\nDinner Break\nNo-Talent Talent Show\n\nSunday\, Oct. 4th – 9:30 am \n\nTaster Meetings\nGuided Morning Meditation\nKeynote Talk Panel\nRejoicing in the Event\, Final Thoughts\, and Closing Ceremony\nProgram ends at 1:30 PM\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you for a weekend of learning\, reflection\, and community! \nRegistrations closes September 25th
URL:https://thesobercurator.com/event/2026-buddhist-recovery-network-summit/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 2406 Webster St\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:California,Oakland,San Francisco,Sober Retreats
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