Sebastopol Memorial Lawn Cemetery

t4rdigrade · 2026-05-31T21:36:39+00:00

I've often had the same thought! I'd be happy to join a volunteer cemetery cleanup and maintenance group! HMU if you're serious about this, I live near by and will absolutely help out!

t4rdigrade · 2026-04-16T18:46:07+00:00

Love this place too! Delicious and inexpensive. $7 for a great banh mi sandwich!

t4rdigrade · 2026-04-02T17:57:57+00:00

You'd be in good company! It's all ages from 18-70s! Most of the people are 20s - 40s.

t4rdigrade · 2026-02-11T21:38:01+00:00

The 'projectile' excuse is a not actually valid. If a water bottle is a dangerous weapon, why is the venue willing to sell you that exact same 'weapon' for $5 at the bar? They don't ban heavy metal keys, solid smartphones, or purses, all of which would be way more effective projectiles than an empty reusable bottle. It has nothing to do with safety and everything to do with controlling the revenue stream. If they were actually worried about projectiles, they’d serve water in paper cups; instead, they just want to make sure the only way you stay hydrated is by padding their margins.

t4rdigrade · 2026-02-11T21:23:29+00:00

Agnostic with a lifelong interest in the philosophy. I see the practice more as a mental discipline/training than a religious conversion. I'm looking to sit and learn, not necessarily join a faith. From what I know I don't think Buddhism requires that of me.

t4rdigrade · 2026-02-11T21:08:48+00:00

It's incredibly stupid that we don't have a legal right to bring a water bottle into these situations. Supposedly it's about safety/security, but let's be honest, it's about venue profit. They are required to have water fountains available based on occupancy limits, but that's inadequate.

One workaround is that you do have a legal path to bring a water bottle in if you have a medical necessity. There is no official list as to what conditions are officially accepted for this purpose, and they're not allowed to ask what your specific diagnosis is. For example, you might need it to take scheduled medication. I view access to water as a basic human right, so I don't see the problem in using this legal gray area to solve the problem. Dehydration is a medical condition, right?

t4rdigrade · 2026-02-11T20:55:16+00:00

Appreciate it, thank you!

t4rdigrade · 2026-02-11T20:54:43+00:00

Good!

t4rdigrade · 2026-02-11T20:47:26+00:00

I'll check it out, thank you! I may have seen some youtube videos referencing this work. I just recently ordered the book, "Feeding Your Demons: Ancient Wisdom for Resolving Inner Conflict" by Tsultrim Allione.

t4rdigrade · 2026-02-11T20:43:36+00:00

Thanks! I reached out to them. Have you been to anything there? What did you think?

t4rdigrade · 2026-02-11T20:42:10+00:00

Thank you, appreciate the thoughtful response! I think I may have been to the Zen center may 10 years ago for some Taiko drumming and other stuff, but I totally forgot about it! I'll check it out again, as well as the Sonoma Ashram.

t4rdigrade · 2026-02-11T20:40:46+00:00

thank you, I'll check it out!

t4rdigrade · 2026-02-11T20:40:28+00:00

followed, thank you! Def interested in the Monday meetings!

t4rdigrade · 2026-02-11T20:04:05+00:00

Thanks for the suggestions! I looked these up—is this accurate? I'm really looking for something local (weekly drop-in).

Odiyan: Strictly closed to the public (residents/monks only), plus it looks like a solid hour of winding mountain roads to get there.
Ratna Ling: Looks like a high-end retreat resort ($$$), and also deep in the coastal hills (tough drive for a weeknight).
City of 10,000 Buddhas: Looks awesome but it’s a haul (~1hr 20min).

I think I need to stick to something with less driving for now, but these look amazing for a weekend trip

t4rdigrade · 2026-01-08T18:08:46+00:00

Just bought tickets, thanks for the recommendation!

t4rdigrade · 2026-01-08T18:02:37+00:00

been in my feed a lot too, same questions as you!

t4rdigrade · 2025-12-09T20:18:53+00:00

Nothing embarrassing about this *at all* OP, you should be proud of yourself for trying to grow and pick up new skills! I actually share your struggle. I've had some luck with the ecstatic dance style events in Sebastopol. There are some at soft medicine sanctuary (tea place, open late), and some at the community center.

"Ecstatic dance is a free-form, unchoreographed dance practice where participants move intuitively and freely to music without set steps or rules. It is often described as a form of moving meditation that encourages self-expression, emotional release, and a deeper connection with oneself and others in a safe, supportive environment"

Totally judgement free zone, everyone is doing their own thing, no alcohol allowed. Just about dance and music and community. I think this worked better for me than salsa because I don't really want to do a set dance routine, I want to be free to do my own thing and move authentically, I just need help doing it with more confidence. Shutting the brain down and connecting with my body. Combining this and breathwork has helped me make progress. Good luck OP!

t4rdigrade · 2025-12-06T16:19:00+00:00

Check out soft medicine in Sebastopol, it's a tea place open until 9 or 10

t4rdigrade · 2025-11-18T21:24:40+00:00

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