Announcements

Get Connected. Because We Already Are.
The InterDependence Project (IDP) brings a secular and highly accessible approach to studying and practicing Buddhist meditation, psychology, and philosophy. IDP is committed to bridging the gap between personal development and collective engagement in our world, combining the principles...
read more >>
IDP Teacher Training and Yearlong Immersion
This training will be a rigorous cycle of practice, study, and both prepared and on-the-spot practice teaching of several different meditation practices originating from the Buddhist tradition, as well as the body of philosophical, psychological and ethical principles which form the backbone of...
read more >>
Secular Buddhist Studies Program at IDP
The Secular Buddhist Studies Program at the Interdependence Project offers a strong and accessible foundation in Buddhist meditation, psychology, philosophy, and ethics from a secular perspective, inclusive of multiple traditions and bodies of teaching. Composed of a diverse...
read more >>
IDP Podcast
21st Century Buddhism, The IDP Podcast, features weekly lectures and discussions IDP Teachers, Interviews with well known authors and personalities and artful explorations of Buddhist teachings in the form of sound collages, and spoken word pieces. Recent Guest Lectures have included: 12 Step...
read more >>
"Awaken Your Body" - IDP Body & Movement
IDP Body & Movement offers several different forms of movement practice, the aim of which is to awaken the body -- to become more grounded, energized and clear -- to nurture the unique physical home we each have in the world. Through breathing practices, asana (postures), and stretch...
read more >>
Write a Journal Entry
  Now anyone can write a journal and share their thoughts and wisdom with our online community. Sound of on Buddhism, meditation, your practice, arts, politics, or whatever is on your mind. Visit the blog to learn how!
read more >>
view archive

Featured Events

Monday Nights with Shastri Ethan Nichtern - The Vajrayana Approach to Ultimate Truth (Completion Stage)
Mon, 1/30/2012, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
This class is offered as part of a six-week course entitled "Intro to Vajrayana" and is also open to all on a drop-in basis. Monday Night, Jan 30, 7-...
Acting Meditation: Moving the Mind
Fri, 2/3/2012, 7:00pm - Sun, 2/5/2012, 6:00pm
Friday - Sunday Feb. 3 - 5 Join us for a special weekend arts and meditation retreat. -- In the belief that acting training is also training in being...
Wednesday Night Open Talks at IDP - Roshi Enkyo O'Hara - How Does the Lotus Sutra Speak to Us Today?
Wed, 2/8/2012, 7:00pm
Imagine you are a father standing outside your burning house, knowing that your children are inside, but you can't convince them to leave. Does that...
go to calendar

Blog

May all beings be safe January 28
by Nancy Thompson
When we're behaving skillfully we make it safe for others.
Buddhism and Marxism January 27
by LeeC
Hi gang:  Last week a question was raised RE Dalai Lama and Marxism.  Since this is the activist group I would like to respond because I...
something written January 26
by Joren
view more

Podcasts & Videos

Ethan Nicthern and Meredith Arena discuss Your Emoticons Won't Save You Part 01 January 25
This week Meredith Arena interviews ID Project founder Ethan Nichtern on his new book, Your...
Video Anne Waldman Reading @ Occupy Your Heart December 29
Anne Waldman reads original and traditional poetry works at the IDP's "Occupy Your Heart...
Video Jean-Claude van Itallie & Anne Waldman Speak @ Occupy Your Heart December 29
Jean-Claude van Itallie and Anne Waldman share some words with the gathering at the IDP's...
view more

Site developed by the IDP and Genalo Designs.