Ocean of Breath, Ocean of Love with Ellen Davidson and Lizzie Turnbull 6-day Insight/ Vipassana/ Mindfulness Retreat
In the Anapanasati Sutta we find the Buddha’s guidance on mindfulness of breathing. Following, resting into and enjoying the breath supports an easeful and tranquil way of being. The body relaxes and the mind becomes clear. This is so supportive. We settle, we become peaceful and we learn to release and let go of what is unhelpful, of what prevents wholeness. From this we learn to meet experience in loving presence, skilful understanding and wide-open awareness. This silent retreat offers the opportunity to deepen one’s practice and settle into our innate nature. It is suitable for both beginners and more advanced practitioners. The schedule includes guided meditations, Dharma talks, sitting and walking meditation, inquiry and somatic practices.
Where: Sangsurya Retreat Centre at Byron Bay - 95 Old Bangalow Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481 Times:Friday 11 March 2022 3:00 PM - Thursday 17 March 2022 2:00 PM (UTC+11) Cost: Dana: In keeping with a 2,500 year old tradition no fee is being charged for the teachings. At the end of each session you will be invited to give a donation to support the teacher to continue their work.
Awakening the Heart and Mind with Subhana Barzaghi, Carol Perry and Alan Bassal 6-day Insight/ Vipassana/ Mindfulness Retreat
Insight meditation allows us to examine the habitual patterns of mind that create confusion, anxiety and pain. Through the practice of calmness, mindfulness and inquiry we can cultivate wisdom and open the heart. Inquiry awakens us to our true nature, allowing a sense of profound ease and connection with life. This is a silent retreat with the retreat program consisting of sitting, walking and guided meditations, meditation instruction, group and individual meetings with teachers, open inquiry sessions, evening Dharma talks, mindfulness work periods, free time and optional yoga periods. Suitable for both experienced and new meditators.
Where: Sangsurya Retreat Centre at Byron Bay - 95 Old Bangalow Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481 Times:10 -17 June 2022 Cost: Dana: In keeping with a 2,500 year old tradition no fee is being charged for the teachings. At the end of each session you will be invited to give a donation to support the teacher to continue their work.
One-on-one meditation tutoring offered to suit individual needs. Suitable for those interested in learning the foundations of insight meditation, or those who would appreciate an outside perspective on their current practice.
Where: Online (through Zoom, but other options include mobile calls or in-person sessions at Erskineville). Times: Variable Cost: Dana: In keeping with a 2,500 year old tradition no fee is being charged for the teachings. At the end of each session you will be invited to give a donation to support the teacher to continue their work.