Oakland Center for Spiritual Living

Oakland Center for Spiritual Living 80 year old pioneer in Spiritual living principles.

We are a safe, welcoming sanctuary, a place for people to explore, expand and experience their own spiritual nature. By educating and empowering people, the Center encourages an expanded experience for wellness for all who seek that experience. We are a diverse, inclusive community seeking to realize our highest Truth and live our full spiritual potential. Based on spiritual principle we support ourselves and each other by being a place where love, joy, beauty and the fullness of life are nourished and nurtured. Through the teaching and practice of Principles of Science of Mind and Spirit and other New Thought/Ancient Wisdom teachings, we provide a place to learn philosophical and practical tools, and to practice personal and global transformation.

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What would be possible if we believed that anything was possible?

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The world asks you to produce, but your soul only asks you to be. ✨

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When we consistently choose loving thoughts, compassionate words, and generous actions, we cultivate conditions where blessings can naturally grow.

This practice gradually transforms our life, appearing in everyday moments—clearer thinking, kinder responses, and unexpected sparks of grace.

Learn more at dailyword.com.

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Inspiring words from Mary McLeod Bethune.

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BREATHE. The whole universe fits inside a single honest inhale. Let the inhale be wide enough to include everything you’ve been avoiding.

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"Breathe, it'll be okay" - a calligraphy by Thich Nhat Hanh

Please enjoy this extract from his book, "Answers From the Heart":

"When we’re able to breathe mindfully and joyfully, when we’re able to make steps joyfully, happily, we’re not being selfish; we’re doing that for all our ancestors and for all the children in the world. There’s no wisdom in practicing walking meditation and not enjoying it. If you’re able to practice walking meditation peacefully, then the world has a chance. You have to look at things in that way. That is insight, the fruit of mindfulness. When you know that in every moment of your daily life you can make a contribution, you won’t become a victim of despair and you’ll encourage other people around you. If the pessimistic feeling comes, don’t allow it to stay. Of course there is suffering everywhere in the world, there is suffering in ourselves, in our family, in our society. But if you are doing your best as a person, then there is hope that other people will do the same. Doing your best is your part, your contribution. And that is contagious; people see you and they will be inspired to try to do their best. The courage to live our daily life with compassion and awareness is our positive contribution."
-Thich Nhat Hanh

Address

5000 Clarewood Drive
Oakland, CA
94618

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

(510)5471979

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