Ordinary Mind Zendo
Ordinary Mind Zendo was founded in 1996 by Barry Magid, a Dharma heir of Charlotte Joko Beck, and is dedicated to her vision of a psychologically minded Zen practice adapted to the needs of American students practicing in the context of their everyday lives. The zendo is a center for non-residential practice and is committed to the proposition that the Dharma can be fully practiced, realized and transmitted in the midst of lay life.
Beginner's instruction is available to those new to Zen practice, while those with many years of experience in other traditions are welcomed to join us in deepening our understanding. Please email us at contact@ordinarymind.com for more information.
Remote Practice and COVID-19
Ordinary Mind will be closed as we all do our part to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. To support our practice from afar, the Zendo is making a number of offerings throughout the week. We encourage everyone - members, occasional sitters, complete strangers - to join us if you like. Click below for details.
Recent Dharma Talks
Barry MagidJune 27th 2020 Perspectives on the True Self
Barry MagidJune 20th 2020 Our true self is who we are on the streets
Claire SlemmerJune 13th 2020 How I learned to show up and say Yes
Barry MagidJune 6th 2020 Find a word of Zen that is your own
Barry MagidMay 30th 2020 Taking responsibility for what we've inherited
Barry MagidMay 23rd 2020 Standing in the Spaces
Barry MagidMay 16th 2020 A Review of The Psychoanalytic Zero by Koichi Togashi
Barry MagidMay 9th 2020 What do our vows mean in a world without justification or framework
Barry MagidMay 2nd 2020 Mu. There is no gap to be bridged, nor wound to be healed.
Barry MagidApril 25th 2020 The Fantasy of Living Outside of Time
Ordinary Bodhisattvas
Ordinary Mind Zendo is a non profit organization that depends entirely on the generosity of people like you for its continued existence. If sitting with us, listening to our talks, or supporting a Zen center in New York City is in line with your values, please consider making a donation here.
Stay in touch with Ordinary Mind Zendo
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The newsletter will keep you up to date with our monthly schedule, sangha news, and transcribed dharma talks from our teachers.
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Join our Google group
The Ordinary Mind google group is a place to share articles, poetry, and trade stories. To participate please email us at
developer@ordinarymind.com
Like us on Facebook
Ordinary Mind also stays in touch with the sangha and the wider world through Facebook. Like us for updates on events and words from Barry.
Subscribe to Our Podcast
We will be releasing Dharma talks and other content via podcast on a weekly basis. Check it out if you need something to listen to on your commute!
OMZ Podcast
Ask Barry A Question
Barry will answer your questions in short episodes on the podcast. For more information and to submit a question, check out the link below.
Ask Barry