Starting the New Year well
cultivating calm, compassion and clarity in the midst of it all
cultivating calm, compassion and clarity in the midst of it all
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As we end one year and begin a new one, this seven-day retreat offers an opportunity to take stock of our lives, to let go of what no longer serves, and to reconnect more fully with our deeper aspirations.
Through cultivating the two wings to awakening, wisdom and compassion, we strengthen the inner resources to meet life’s ever-changing challenges and rewards with more balance and ease. During the retreat we will explore a variety of foundational Buddhist practices, including the Four Establishments of Mindfulness, the four Brahmavihāra heart practices of kindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity, and some relational practice meditating together in pairs or small groups. Each day will include a mix of guided and silent sitting meditation, walking meditation, optional mindful movement, small group discussion and individual meetings with the teacher. Teacher: Jill Shepherd is a graduate of the IMS / Spirit Rock Insight teacher training program in the US under the guidance of Joseph Goldstein and Gil Fronsdal. She teaches regularly in the USA, Australia and New Zealand. For more info about Jill, see: http://jill0shepherd-insightmeditation.com or go to our teachers page. The Venue: The Brahma Kumaris Centre for Spiritual Learning in Wilton offers comfortable shared rooms with ensuite. A limited number of single rooms are also available. Camping or staying in a campervan is unfortunately not allowed.
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When: Sunday 28 December 2025, to Sunday 4 January 2026, 7-day retreat. Times: Arrive 4-6pm Fri, finish 2.30pm Sunday Where: Brahma Kumaris Centre in Wilton NSW Cost for accommodation and all vegetarian meals: - Twin share room $1140 - Single room $1540 - Concession (Twin share room) $970. For full time students, pensioners and unemployed. Additional cost: 'Dana' (act of generosity) In keeping with a 2,500year old tradition no fee is being charged for the teachings. At the end of the retreat, you will be invited to give a donation to support the teachers to continue their work. Bookings are now open for this event.
To pay and book your place - Click Here Scholarships for SIM retreats are available for people who need assistance paying the full fee. To apply for a scholarship please complete the scholarship application form. Note: The deadline for Scholarship applications is 12th Oct 2025. Successful scholarship applicants will be notified shortly after that date. Scholarship application form. 
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