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.
Next Event
No sesshin currently scheduled
Daily Zazen
Tue - Thu 8:00AM - 8:45AM
Mon - Thu 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Fri 7:00PM - 8:00PM
Saturday Program 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Contact Us
107 West 74th Street Apt BR
New York, NY 10023
contact@ordinarymind.com
Recent Dharma Talks
Barry MagidSeptember 16th 2017 Where is engaged Buddhism practiced in American Zen?
Barry MagidSeptember 9th 2017 Have you slept? Then make your bed.
Barry MagidAugust 5th 2017 Treating people and things as if they matter
Barry MagidJuly 29th 2017 In the wake of tragedies involving Zen teachers
Barry MagidJuly 22nd 2017 Letting go of methaphors of heroism in Zen
Barry MagidJuly 15th 2017 Barry Magid versus Joko Beck
Barbara Joshin O'HaraJuly 8th 2017 Barbara Joshin O'Hara - Allow each moment of your life to teach you
Barry MagidJune 24th 2017 We come to know ourselves is through what we do
Barry MagidJune 10th 2017 Our practice is being able to say yes to everything that is happening
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.
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The Ordinary Mind google group is a place to share articles, poetry, and trade stories. To participate please email Tim Dose at
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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.
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