Special Offering

Practicing with Conflict: Speaking and Listening

November 4, 2026

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Location
Boundless Mind Temple
326 Clinton Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231
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Description

How can we become more comfortable speaking up and listening when tensions arise? Grounded in our dharma practice, we’ll gather in one circle to practice sharing everyday experiences, reflecting back what we hear, and checking our understanding with one another. Sharing is voluntary, listening is participation, and there’s nothing you need to prepare or bring.

This session is offered by the Hearing, Ethics, and Reconciliation Council (HEAR), a new council that supports the sangha in meeting conflict and ethical concerns with care, respect, and accountability. It will take place in-person at Boundless Mind Temple.

The Hearing, Ethics, and Reconciliation Council (HEAR) supports Brooklyn Zen Center’s sangha in meeting conflict and ethical concerns with care, respect, and accountability. Council members offer compassionate listening, reflection, and guidance, and help people find appropriate support for addressing difficulties. Through shared learning and practice, HEAR also supports the sangha in developing the skills to speak honestly, listen deeply, and work toward repair.

 

 

 


Location Details

Boundless Mind Temple is located in the Parish House of Christ Church Cobble Hill, next to 326 Clinton Street. Enter the driveway on Clinton, go past the scaffolding, and through the double doors.

 


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Health & Wellness Policy

Our health and wellness policy for all visitors has been updated for our current post-pandemic times while still prioritizing community care.

Please see BZC’s Updated Health & Wellness Policy for more information.

Fee
Free
Questions?
info@brooklynzen.org
We are in an historical building which is not wheelchair accessible. There are two flights of stairs leading to the center, located on the second floor. Chairs, benches, and extra support cushions are available. If you have any additional questions about accessibility, please contact us at info@brooklynzen.org.
Practicing with Conflict: Speaking and Listening
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