An opportunity for intensive group practice (no instruction). Any mode of silent meditation may be practiced. Participants are welcome to come for the morning only (leaving at lunch time) or for the full day.
GUIDELINES:
Silence observed, no electronic communications from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. No drinks during sitting meditation. Bells will mark the beginning and ending of each sitting and walking period.
TO BRING:
- (1) Your sitting gear if you wish (chairs, cushions andkneeling benches will be available)
- (2) Your lunch
- (3) Donation ($30 suggested)
MONDAY RETREAT SCHEDULE:
8:30 am (Optional) Explore the lovely grounds at Bodhi Chan
9:15 am Orientation, introductions, questions
9:30 am Practice begins with taking refuge & bell 9:30 – 10:10 Sit
10:10 – 10:30 Walk* (see below)
10:30 – 11:10 Sit
11:10 – 11:30 Walk 11:30 – 12:10 Sit 12:10 – 12:30 Walk
[People leaving at midday, please be sure to leave a donation for Bodhi Chan]
12:30 – 1:30 Lunch (BYO, silent – tea & coffee available)
1:30 – 2:10 Sit 2:10 – 2:30 Walk 2:30 – 3:10 Sit 3:10 – 3:30 Walk
3:30 Dedication of merit, donations offered
* Walking will be “independent path” until 2 minutes before the next sitting. A bell will call the group together each time.
For more information, contact
Priscilla 0410 745 329 or
Arno 0429 600 308 (arno_diana@bigpond.com)
Loving kindness practice is a way to find love and compassion in ourselves and is beneficial as a foundation for adopting a genuine attitude of love and compassion towards others.
This course offers an experiential approach to this practice, as an opportunity to explore and deepen our understanding of love, empathy, caring and self-compassion and how we can integrate kindness and compassion into everyday life, so that practice and life are not separate.
To register or for more details please visit rigpabrisbane.org
This weekend course is open to all and will be especially beneficial if you have completed previous Meditation and/or Loving Kindness courses and workshops with Rigpa Brisbane.
Spaces are strictly limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
- Please note: We are unable to provide lunch, however tea, coffee and refreshments will be available. You may wish to bring your lunch or you can buy takeaway from eateries/cafes located within a few metres of the centre.
Loving kindness practice is a way to find love and compassion in ourselves and is beneficial as a foundation for adopting a genuine attitude of love and compassion towards others.
This course offers an experiential approach to this practice, as an opportunity to explore and deepen our understanding of love, empathy, caring and self-compassion and how we can integrate kindness and compassion into everyday life, so that practice and life are not separate.
To register or for more details please visit rigpabrisbane.org
This weekend course is open to all and will be especially beneficial if you have completed previous Meditation and/or Loving Kindness courses and workshops with Rigpa Brisbane.
Spaces are strictly limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
- Please note: We are unable to provide lunch, however tea, coffee and refreshments will be available. You may wish to bring your lunch or you can buy takeaway from eateries/cafes located within a few metres of the centre.
The Buddha taught that craving is a root cause of suffering, and that meditation is part of the path to freedom from the cycle of attachment and habitual behaviour. The 11th Step of Alcoholics Anonymousalso points to the power of meditation in creating positive change in our lives. In this workshop, we’ll explore ways that mindfulness and compassion can support abstinence from habitual substances or behaviours that cause harm.
Open to people in any form of recovery and suitable for those who are new to meditation. There will be periods of guided meditation, group discussion, and community building. Led by Lulu Cook and Tanya Smith. Suggested donation $10 – $20.
Please contact lulucook@icloud.com with questions and visit www.HeartInsight.com.au for more opportunities to practice.
Silent, self-led meditation (no instruction) from 9.30-12.30pm. Suitable for people with meditation experience. Option to practice mindfulness of movement & stillness according to your own timing. Optional lunch at a nearby cafe afterwards.
