Beginning the Journey: An Introduction to the Four Noble Truths
4-week Introductory course with noriko marita harth
3/14 to 4/4/26 - 1:00 to 2:30 pm
Insight San Diego Welcomes
Norika Morita Harth
4-Session course
Beginning the Journey:
An Introduction to the Four Noble Truths
3/14 to 4/4/26, 1:00 to 2:30 pm
This four-week introductory course invites members of the BIPOC community to explore the Buddha’s Four Noble Truths—the timeless teachings that illuminate the path from suffering to freedom.
Together, we’ll approach these teachings not as abstract ideas, but as living truths that speak to our daily lives, our joys, and our struggles. Through guided meditation, reflection, and heartfelt dialogue, we’ll discover how mindfulness and compassion can help us meet life with greater ease and understanding.
This is a welcoming space for curiosity, healing, and connection—a beginning point on the path of awakening, rooted in community and shared humanity.
Noriko, originally from Japan, identifies as a Heritage Buddhist and holds Buddhism close to her heart. Her life-transforming journey of discovering and exploring mindfulness and compassion practices has helped her cultivate a more balanced identity between her Japanese roots and her current life in the West. Noriko strongly believes that practicing mindfulness and compassion has been key to her personal growth and continues to be a guiding force in her life.
She is passionate about bringing these practices to others, particularly underserved and diverse communities. It is her mission to share both what she has learned and what she continues to learn with the broader community.
Since January 2025, Noriko has been participating in the two-year Community Dharma Leadership Program at Spirit Rock Meditation Center.
Noriko is also a Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Instructor and a Certified Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Instructor. She has been teaching MBSR and MSC courses since 2014 and offers mentorship for MBSR and MSC teachers, as well as MBSR and MSC Teacher Training programs and practicum.
CLASS Information
3/14 to 4/4/26, 1 to 2:30 pm
Date & Time:
Location & Registration:
This class will be held on site in Room 321 at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego in Hillcrest at 4190 Front St, San Diego, CA 92103 across the street from the UCSD medical center. The entrance to church parking is on Arbor Drive. More information will be provided with your registration confirmation email.
Class Costs:
Following a 2,500-year tradition in which the community financially supports the offerings provided, the teachings and meditation sessions in this group are offered on a generosity (Dāna) basis. No one is turned away because they cannot give financially. We are encouraging members to give what their budget and hearts of generosity allow, and/or to sign up for monthly giving on our donations page.
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