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SUMMARY:Clown and the Art of Mindfulness
DESCRIPTION:UK Lay Dharma Teacher Teri West and Carol Thompson of Nose to Nose are offering an opportunity to go deeper into finding your inner clown and Plum Village mindfulness with a 5-day residential course in East Sussex this summer. \nLet go of the image that your imagination is already forming of the circus clown and instead think about how the practices of deepening self-awareness\, building self-confidence and enjoying a lightness of heart that Nose to Nose courses bring are ideal companions on the path of Plum Village mindfulness practice. \nYou can read Teri’s account of her experiences in learning and working with Nose to Nose in this blog \n  \n\n  \nThis from two wonderful WakeUppers who enjoyed a short introduction to the Nose to Nose style of clowning on a recent retreat. \n  \nPlaces on these workshops and courses are limited to twelve\, to allow individual attention and time for self-reflection. \nClown workshop sessions will be interspersed with our familiar retreat activities; morning and evening meditation practice\, walking in mindfulness\, total relaxation and mindful meals. \nFor Further information please contact teriwest@plumvillage.uk
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SUMMARY:Clown and the Art of Mindfulness
DESCRIPTION:UK Lay Dharma Teacher Teri West and Carol Thompson of Nose to Nose are offering an opportunity to go deeper into finding your inner clown and Plum Village mindfulness with a 5-day residential course in East Sussex this summer. \nLet go of the image that your imagination is already forming of the circus clown and instead think about how the practices of deepening self-awareness\, building self-confidence and enjoying a lightness of heart that Nose to Nose courses bring are ideal companions on the path of Plum Village mindfulness practice. \nYou can read Teri’s account of her experiences in learning and working with Nose to Nose in this blog \n  \n\n  \nThis from two wonderful WakeUppers who enjoyed a short introduction to the Nose to Nose style of clowning on a recent retreat. \n  \nPlaces on these workshops and courses are limited to twelve\, to allow individual attention and time for self-reflection. \nClown workshop sessions will be interspersed with our familiar retreat activities; morning and evening meditation practice\, walking in mindfulness\, total relaxation and mindful meals. \nFor Further information please contact teriwest@plumvillage.uk
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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-2/
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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
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