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Jun
17
Sun
Dharma Brisbane Day Long Retreat for Experienced Practitioners
Jun 17 @ 1:27 am – 2:27 am
Dharma Brisbane Day Long Retreat for Experienced Practitioners

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. (1)  Your sitting gear if you wish (chairs, cushions andkneeling benches will be available)
  2. (2)  Your lunch
  3. (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)

Jun
23
Sat
Loving-Kindness Weekend Course: Cultivating the Heart of Compassion @ Rigpa Brisbane
Jun 23 @ 9:30 am – Jun 24 @ 3:30 pm
Loving-Kindness Weekend Course: Cultivating the Heart of Compassion @ Rigpa Brisbane | Red Hill | Queensland | Australia

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.
Jun
24
Sun
Loving-Kindness Weekend Course: Cultivating the Heart of Compassion @ Rigpa Brisbane
Jun 24 @ 9:30 am – Jun 25 @ 3:30 pm
Loving-Kindness Weekend Course: Cultivating the Heart of Compassion @ Rigpa Brisbane | Red Hill | Queensland | Australia

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.
Jul
28
Sat
Meditation Workshop for People in Recovery @ Haiku Arts and Yoga Studio
Jul 28 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Meditation Workshop for People in Recovery @ Haiku Arts and Yoga Studio | West End | Queensland | Australia

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.

Sep
23
Sun
Half Day Meditation, Sunday 23 September 2018 @ Yogaphysio
Sep 23 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm

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.

Details on event flyer: Half Day Meditation 23rd September 2018 (1)

Oct
21
Sun
Half-day meditation 21st October @ Yogaphysio
Oct 21 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm

Silent, self-led meditation (no instruction) from 9.00-12.30pm. 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.

Details on event flyer: Half Day Meditation 21st Oct & 11 Nov 2018 (1)

Oct
22
Mon
Dharma Brisbane Day of Meditation @ Bodhi Chan Meditation Centre
Oct 22 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Dharma Brisbane Day of Meditation @ Bodhi Chan Meditation Centre | Springwood | Queensland | Australia

22 October 2018 Dharma Brisbane daylong retreat flyer

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. Please see schedule on page 2 of the attached flyer.

Oct
27
Sat
Cultivating the Heart Daylong @ Haiku Yoga Arts
Oct 27 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Cultivating the Heart Daylong @ Haiku Yoga Arts | West End | Queensland | Australia

The Heart Practices of metta (loving-kindness), karuna (compassion), mudita (joy), and upekkha (equanimity) are fundamental to the Buddhist path. They are also part of how we share what it means to be human, in connection with ourselves and others. This daylong will link these traditional practices with wisdom that relates to daily life.

Open to all, including those who are new to meditation. There will be periods of meditation, group discussion, and interactive practices, led by Lulu Cook and Lyndi Smith.

Registration is $20 – $40 at the door, please consider giving generously to offset expenses and attendance for those who are financially constrained. There will also be an opportunity to offer a donation to the teachers on the day. Please let us know if you’re concerned about the registration cost, as no one will be turned away due to lack of funds.

Please bring a healthy dish to share for lunch if you’d like; or take-away is available close by.

Registration limited; pre-register at: http://bit.ly/2mMiBBj

Dec
5
Wed
Open Way Zen @ Quaker Meeting House
Dec 5 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Zen practice, Wednesdays 7-9pm, Teacher Peter Bruza. For information: https://www.openway.org.au/practice.html

Dec
9
Sun
Heart Insight weekly session
Dec 9 @ 6:00 pm – 7:45 pm
Heart Insight weekly session @ West End | Queensland | Australia

Developing a meditation practice is so much easier with the support of a group. Every Sunday evening from 6pm – 7:45pm, join us as we explore the liberating insights and practices taught by the Buddha. Some sessions are peer-led group sits, with discussion; others are teacher led. All meetings are via Zoom. Visit the website to join the mailing list and receive the Zoom link.

https://www.heartinsight.com.au/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartinsightbrisbane