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SUMMARY:Park Place Retreat with Dene Donalds
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to this 4-day retreat organised by members of Heart of London Sangha and Colours of Compassion on the theme INTERBEING. \nIt will be led by Dene Donalds\, one of our most experienced UK Dharma Teachers\, supported by two trainee Dharma Teachers\, Anthony Leete and Lorraine Sherman. \nPark Place is a fine old Georgian House\, set in 18 acres of beautiful grounds. It is close to the Hampshire village of Wickham. This idyllic rural English Manor\, is a home to a small community of Roman Catholic Franciscan Nuns who run the Pastoral Centre\, for people of all ages\, backgrounds and beliefs\, who are interested in spiritual matters. \nSingle and twin rooms are available. \nWe hope that you can join us!
URL:https://sandpit.plumvillage.uk/event/park-place-retreat-with-dene-donalds/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:The Art of Zen - 6 Week Introductory Course
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Zen was formerly Be Calm Be Happy \n  \nThis 6-week group course will help you develop and deepen your own practice of zen and meditation\, following the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh (the “father of mindfulness”). \nThere will be a two-hour session each week. Each of these will be interactive\, using a mixture of guided meditations\, group discussions\, and practical exercises. You will learn how to bring more peace and joy into your daily life. \nAll our courses are led by practitioners with many years experience. Although mindfulness training is rooted in Buddhist meditation techniques\, it is not a belief system and the course is suitable for those of all faiths or none –  everyone is welcome. \n  \n\n  \nCourse Content\nWeek 1 – Stopping and Calming \n\nHow to be present in the moment\nReducing stress and anxiety\nSimple breathing techniques\n\nWeek 2 – Turning to the Positive \n\nRetraining our mind’s negativity bias\nPractising gratitude\nThe conditions for happiness already available to us\n\nWeek 3 – Loving Communication \n\nHow to communicate with awareness\nDeep listening and loving speech\nBuilding better relationships\n\nWeek 4 – Nourishing Happiness \n\nBeing present with our senses\nMusic and time in nature\nAwareness of what we eat and otherwise consume\n\nWeek 5 – Interdependence and Community \n\nConnectedness of all things\nCultivating compassion\nCommunity in daily life\n\nWeek 6 – Guidelines for a Happier Life \n\nEthics and happiness\nEthical guidelines\nLiving with kindness\n\nMethod\nThroughout the course\, you will be encouraged to develop your own practice of mindfulness. In both the group setting and at home\, you can learn how to integrate mindfulness into your daily life and consider what will best support you. \nYou will have the opportunity to connect with others and will have access to resources and support to help you on your journey\, including how to find groups and communities (sanghas). \nYou will be encouraged to cultivate a greater awareness of the present moment\, learning how to observe thoughts and feelings without judgement\, and to practise being fully present in daily life. The aim is to cultivate a sense of inner peace and to live in harmony with the world around you. \nCommitment\nFor this course to be effective\, we recommend attending all six sessions. Creating a strong mindfulness habit will need some regular practice alongside the course. Daily practice is ideal – if you can only spare a few minutes each day this will still be effective. \nIf you know ahead of time that you cannot make a session\, you can discuss this with your course leader. \nYou will need access to a laptop or phone with internet access\, plus a functioning camera and microphone. \nPricing\nWe hope to make this course available to as many people as possible. A wide range of prices are offered – from £30 – £200. Please pay what you are able when booking \nFurther Information\nFurther information can be found on the course TicketTailor page
URL:https://sandpit.plumvillage.uk/event/the-art-of-zen-6-week-introductory-course-10/
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CATEGORIES:Course
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SUMMARY:Monastic Events in Edinburgh
DESCRIPTION:The Friday and Saturday events are complementary but independent – join either or both.  \n  \nAn Evening of Teachings & Reflections\nFri 23 May | 7:00 – 9:00 PM \nSt Cuthbert’s\, 5 Lothian Road\, EH1 2EP\nSuggested donation £10-£15\nDoors at 6.30pm \nStart the weekend with an evening of teachings and personal insights from the monastics. Drawing on lived experience and Buddhist psychology\, they will explore how mindfulness can help us find joy and stability amidst uncertainty\, and how we can stay connected to ourselves and others in times of challenge. \nFriday info and booking \n  \nA Day of Mindfulness in Action\nSat 24 May | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM \nEdinburgh University Chaplaincy\, 1 Bristo Square\, EH8 9AL\nSuggested donation £25-£30 \nSpend the day immersed in guided practice and embodied learning. The programme includes: \n• Sitting and walking meditation\n• Deep relaxation\n• Mindful eating\n• Small-group workshops\n• Practical tools for integrating mindfulness into study\, work\, and daily life \nWhether you’re feeling overwhelmed\, curious\, or simply seeking deeper connection\, this day offers space to pause\, reflect\, and reconnect with what matters most. \nSaturday info and booking \n  \nWho is it for?\nOpen to everyone — including students\, researchers\, professionals\, and experienced mindfulness practitioners. No prior meditation experience is necessary. \n  \nWhat to Bring\nComfortable clothing; a meditation cushion or mat if you prefer (chairs will be provided) \nPlease bring a thermos of your favorite tea or coffee\, or a cold non-alcoholic drink as well as a packed vegetarian or vegan lunch for the day of mindfulness.
URL:https://sandpit.plumvillage.uk/event/monastic-events-in-edinburgh/
CATEGORIES:Day Of Mindfulness,Talk
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