In-Person and Online: Finding Refuge in an Unstable World
with Bradley Donaldson
Thursday, July 17, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET
In-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street, 12th Floor
In times of uncertainty—whether personal or global—it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. Often, what we most desire is solid ground, a place of peace and clarity within the chaos. But without a reliable inner refuge, we can be swept away by stress, anxiety, and a sense of powerlessness.
When we lack tools to meet life’s instability with steadiness, we may begin to shut down, which strains our relationships and also limits our ability to show up for what matters.
In this evening session with Buddhist teacher and former monastic Bradley Donaldson, we will take a moment to pause and recenter. Through guided meditation, shared readings, and straightforward Dharma reflections, we will explore how the Buddha’s teachings can help us find refuge—not in escaping the world, but in turning towards it with compassion and clarity.
You will leave with some more tools for grounding yourself, building resilience, and discovering a steadiness that can carry you through uncertain times.
Join us to find your footing amidst life’s turbulence, reconnect with a deeper sense of peace, and experience the strength of building refuge—together.
In-Person Registration:
Please register below. If you are able, registering at the “Supporter” level enables others to attend at the “Subsidized” level. Thank you for your generosity! (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.)
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Online Registration:
Please register below. If you are able, registering at the “Supporter” level enables others to attend at the “Subsidized” level. Thank you for your generosity! (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.)
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Volunteering
All of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities, please fill out our inquiry form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Teacher(s)
Bradley Donaldson
Bradley Donaldson has been studying and practicing mindfulness and meditation since 2015. He spent two years as an ordained Buddhist monk in the Theravāda tradition (with the name Bhante Sumano), but returned to life as a lay practitioner in 2022. He is currently drawn to sharing Buddhist practice through talks and writing, and is particularly interested in supporting queer and BIPOC communities.