The Third Foundation of Mindfulness: Steady heart, quiet mind
With Anna Bendijk and Walter Young
Saturday 26th November 2022
10am – 4pm
Newton & Bywell Village Hall
Newton Village, near Stocksfield, NE43 7UL
When we bring mindfulness to the heart and mind, we start to learn that our moods change and evolve all the time, just like the weather.
Mindfulness means not getting lost in stories about ourselves, not judging our thoughts and feelings, instead simply noticing the way they arise and pass. When we learn to see just how transient our mind states are, this helps to reduce the extent to which we identify with them and releases us from a great deal of unnecessary anxiety and stress.
This day retreat explores the potential of mindfulness as a practice that helps us to stay in touch with our lived experience and develop our capacity for unshakeable peace and happiness. We will practise simple meditation techniques together and learn about what Buddhist psychology teaches us about living a full life. Many people find that regular insight meditation practice can help make you happier, more resilient and less vulnerable to negative thought patterns. You’re invited to join us and explore for yourself the support that meditating with other people can bring.
Cost: the suggested donation for the retreat is £10-£25, depending on your means. This is to cover the basic cost of organising the retreat including hiring the hall and catering.
Places are limited so we encourage booking in advance.
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