Mettā, learning to love ourselves, connects to joy and to great openings—some of the deepest truths. When we practice mettā, we're not creating love or joy, we are uncovering our nature that’s already right here. We're not collecting goodness points that we gather up to become good, we’re uncovering and reconnecting with the innate goodness that is our deepest nature. And as we accept ourselves, we can accept others. As we make more room in ourselves for all of our humanness—there becomes more space, more room, for others to also be human.
Debra Chamberlin-Taylor
Residential Retreat Teacher
Debra Chamberlin-Taylor has been meditating since 1973 and has led retreats that combine spiritual and psychological growth since 1978. In addition to practicing vipassanā, she has been influenced by Dzogchen, Diamond Heart and devotional practices. She also leads workshops on embodiment of awareness and love in relationships and in our diverse world.
Debra Chamberlin-Taylor's Upcoming Programs
Short Program | Online
Saturday, February 14 | 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Heart Practices for Couples: Cultivating Mindful Awareness, Compassion, and Emotional Attunement
4.5 CE Credits. This Valentine's Day workshop is an opportunity for couples to awaken the heart of joy and love together. To be intimate, we must learn to be fully present. Through partner meditations, verbal and nonverbal communication exercises, and group sharing, couples will practice the art of intimacy and learn new skills to deepen the shared journey. This program is designed and appropriate for couples, as much of the day involves partner practices.
Dharma Library
Can't join us live online or on the land? Study and practice at your convenience with Debra Chamberlin-Taylor through our new library of recordings, articles, and self-paced online courses.