​  Welcome to Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center

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    ​      Bhante Vimalaramsi is the abbot of Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center in Annapolis, Missouri. He is the guide for the on-site residential retreats. He teaches Tranquil Wisdom Insight Meditation (T.W.I.M.) which uses the "Mindfulness of Lovingkindness" practice (otherwise known as the practice of the Brahma Viharas) for the journey to Nibbāna. Happiness arises as the burden of the ego melts away. Bhante talks about the benefits of using Metta here vs. the breath.  Metta is much faster and easier for the path to awakening. Metta is not just a "feel-good" practice; it is the direct path to the unconditioned (SN 46.54(4)). This is REAL change.
          
      The Summer Rains Retreat schedule has ended. You can take a 9 day  Online retreat offered monthly, available for practicing Metta and Forgiveness. See our registration retreat pages for further details. Bhante travels to Australia Sept 23rd, Indonesia, Malaysia, India and the UK - more info below under retreats.
  • May 30th 2018 -Online Retreat: "I went so deep this morning. Everything stopped. Then, I saw these waves and links happen. Right after this my mind exploded with so much joy!  Student quote.​

Siding added to Bathroom!

Siding is on. Drywall 2/3 done as of Nov one. Please continue to help as it is nearly 70% funded.  Donate

Siding added to the SIMA!

We started to add the siding on Nov 8th  Donate 
Everything you need to know to awaken. Guide Book.
Updated 2018 version released with two new chapters and exciting testimonials from students about their progress
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Study the 6R's with your Tea and Coffee each AM!
DSMC Store Open
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   ***News Feed 
     As of   Nov 12, 2018

  • UK retreat waitlist almost gone  sign up now.
  • Vejjasala Australia retreat pictures posted.
  • New Guided 30 minute Metta Meditation added for your phone or other use or see below for Bluish PODBEAN banner.
  • Drywall going up in Bathroom. Looking like a real interior!
  • Malaysia 7-17th retreat now full.
  • Melbourne Australia Retreat completed. Pictures and Talks on Google
  • DSMC store is now open. Want to get a cool looking cup with the 6Rs on it. Tote bags, hats, pens, mousepads. Use Coupon Code "METTA10" for 10% off. Shipping included-->STORE
  • Gutters added to Bathroom.
  • Bathroom has shingles just installed. Showers delivered!
  • Bathroom Roof is now on.
  • Now you can buy Bhante and the meditators Breakfast and Lunch for the day!
  • 2nd India Retreat announced Feb 23-Mar 5th HERE
  • India Retreat Announced Feb 5th to 12th HERE
  • See if a TWIM group is in your country HERE
  • Easter Retreat audios are now on PodBean!
  • Easter retreat videos from March are now posted here.​
  • Forgiveness Playlist​
  • ​"Trying too Hard in your Meditation"
  • More Sitting Groups added
  • A Guide to TWIM Instructions now read aloud - go here for audio​
  • Health is important We support good health!
  • Interesting Sutta References
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​From an Online Retreat in September:

"I found your delineation of the 6 Rs practicing wholesome and unwholesome mind states to be very beneficial. When unwholesome mind states arose, I practised letting go and relaxing. It was interesting to notice the arising of joy when this happened. This brought a different understanding of ‘joy arising from withdrawal'."
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Listen to Dhamma Sukha talks on PODBEAN. Iphone and Android-Get the App!  Go to Bhante's Page
  • Read this amazing Testimonial from recent Easter Retreat student Russ, a Wall street risk analyst, who was very skeptical, and honestly states how he abruptly changed his attitude once the retreat started ...  READ it ...
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​Teachings in other languages visit  Foreign Countries and Translations Page.