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SUMMARY:The Art of Zen - York Weekend Mindfulness Course
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Zen was formerly Be Calm Be Happy \nWe are a UK Charity promoting mindfulness and ethical living as a path to peace\, both in ourselves and in the world. \nBased on the teachings of “father of mindfulness” Thich Nhat Hanh.\n  \n\n  \nCourse Overview\nThe course offers a deeper understanding of mindfulness and how it can support many aspects of your daily life. \nThe wisdom of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh teaches us to find a sense of peace within ourselves\, and serenity in the face of suffering. In a supportive community of like-minded people we experience developing more kindness and compassion. \nWe will introduce and explore new ways of bringing mindfulness into our day\, not only in meditation\, but also in how we eat\, behave\, speak to ourselves and others\, and take care of ourselves. \nThis course provides\n\nAn opportunity to experience the power of practising mindfulness in a supportive community\nA grounding in Thich Nhat Hanh’s approach to mindfulness\nA programme of structured learning and guidance from experienced practitioners\, which helps build a mindfulness practice that is stable and self-reliant\nUnderstanding ways to live with less anxiety and a greater sense of wellbeing\nEthical strategies to help cope with life’s stresses and develop inner peace\n\nMindfulness encourages a sense of wellbeing moment by moment\, as well as being aware of what is happening in the present moment without reacting to it. \nWhat does the course offer?\n\nAn introduction to mindfulness\, how it works and how to practise it\nReducing feelings such as loneliness\, anxiety\, anger\, and depression by establishing a stable and lasting mindfulness practice\nA sense of connection and community by practising and sharing together with course participants\nPractical exercises to help you bring more awareness to your experiences\, understand the importance of rest\, and what it means to be more Zen\nConnecting more deeply with family and friends by learning the art of compassionate speech and deep listening\nThe art of mindfulness in everyday life as a means of generating compassion\, joy and calm for yourself and others\n\nReported benefits\n\nIncreased enjoyment of life\nIncreased ability to be calm and relaxed\nIncreased control of emotions such as anger and anxiety\nImproved sleep quality\nFewer feelings of anxiety and low mood\n\nWho can attend?\nThis course is suitable for beginners\, as well as those wishing to gain a fuller understanding of how mindfulness can support calm and peaceful living. Mindfulness is a practice originating in Buddhism and supported by neuroscience and psychology; it may be practised by those of all faiths and none. \nMany of our participants learn new ways to care for their wellbeing and can develop positive responses to challenging situations. \nCourse Leaders\n\nLauri Bower\nLauri  has been practising meditation for over 35 years and met Thich Nhat Hanh’s (Thay) teachings in 2006\, from which point she committed to putting mindfulness practice at the centre of her life. Now she is deeply immersed in offering the three Mindfulness courses for Plum Village UK\, The Art of Zen\, Looking Deeply and Living Mindfully courses\, as well as Mindful Writing Workshops and Retreats. \nLauri has offered the The Art of Zen course over 30 times\, and still finds much to gain from exploring these simple yet deep teachings. \nFrom 2008-12 she researched a PhD on Thich Nhat Hanh and his teachings of Mindfulness and Engaged Buddhism. With her PhD complete Lauri began teaching mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) courses and is delighted to bring this experience to courses devoted to the Plum Village mindfulness tradition. \nMindfulness is a crucial aspect of Lauri’s life\, and she has experienced first-hand the transformational aspects of peacefulness\, calm and clarity that this practice generates. She has many years’ experience of running and organising retreats. \nShe is firmly committed to the Plum Village approach to mindfulness and received the transmission of the 14 Mindfulness Trainings at Plum Village in 2014 to become an Order member. Her True name is True Mountain of Non-Fear. She is now an aspirant Dharma Teacher. \nLauri also has a creative practice as a Paper Collage Artist and finds the combination of mindfulness and creativity fit together extremely well. Her creative work (original artwork\, cards\, and poetry) can be viewed from her website. Lauri lives in Yorkshire and practises with the York Sangha. \n\nKatie Sheen\nKatie lives in South Manchester and practices with Sangha in the Peak\, alongside other online Plum Village Sanghas. In 2016 she received the 5 Mindfulness Trainings and was given the Dharma name Dharma Light of The Heart. This reminds her that at the foundation of her teaching is her own practice\, which continues to illuminate and lighten her own heart. She is currently an Aspirant to the Order of Interbeing. \nKatie first discovered Zen mindfulness in 2001\, engaging with various Buddhist traditions before joining a Plum Village Sangha in 2013\, which felt like home. She holds a PGCE and MA Education\, is an Accredited Breathworks Mindfulness Teacher specialising in managing chronic pain\, and an honorary lecturer in Team Mindfulness on the MSc Organisational Psychology at City St. George’s\, University of London. \nHaving worked in cancer charities for 20 years\, her own cancer treatment in 2015 highlighted the practicality\, healing nature and joyful simplicity of Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings. In 2023 the story of how she used the practice to manage her diagnosis was published in Tears Become Rain\, a book raising money for the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation. \n  \nPractical Info\nLocation\nAcomb Methodist Church\nGARDEN STUDIO\nFront St\nAcomb\nYork\nYO24 3BX \nSchedule\nFriday 26 Sep: 7 – 9 PM\nSaturday 27 Sep: 10 AM – 5 PM\nSunday 28 Sep: 10 AM – 3 PM\nWe recommend arriving 10 minutes early each day. \nTravel\nFront St is easily accessible from the centre of York via bus\, bike or walking. It is a 40 minute walk from York Railway Station.\nFree parking is available in front of the church. \nBikes\nThere are bike racks available at the front of the church. \nRefreshments\nTea / coffee / herbal teas will be available. You will need lunch for both Saturday and Sunday. You may wish to bring a packed lunch or there is a supermarket close by. \nAccessibility\nThe venue is single storey and fully accessible for wheelchair users / restricted mobility including accessible toilets. \nAccommodation\nPlease note\, if you live outside the area you will need to arrange your own accommodation for the weekend. This is a non-residential weekend course. \nPricing\nStandard Rate | £145\nThis rate helps us to sustain the course. \nSupporter Rate | £175\nSupport others on lower income to attend. \nSponsor Rate | £200\nThis rate helps us to sustain the course and allow us to offer it to those on a lower income. \nDiscounted Rate | £95\nFor students and participants on a low income that cannot afford the standard rate. \nSupported Rate | £30\nLimited availability ticket for those with no income or specific circumstances. \nPlum Village UK is a not for profit charity based in the UK\, dedicated to sharing the practice of mindfulness and mindful living in the Plum Village tradition. \nThe pricing range enables us to cover marketing and admin costs\, and ensure the continuation of the courses well into the future. If you are not sure which rate to choose and would like some guidance\, please contact us and we will be happy to help you. Nobody should be excluded from taking part based on their income or life circumstances. \nRefund Policy\nIf you cancel your booking at least 14 days before the start of the course we will refund your course fee. After this time\, no refunds will be possible. \nFrequently Asked Questions\nWhat should I bring with me?\nYou may find it helpful to bring the following with you to class: \n\nA pen and notebook for journaling.\nA meditation cushion\, stool\, mat or blanket – or whatever helps you to be comfortable\, particularly during the meditation sessions. Chairs will be provided.\nYou may wish to bring a packed lunch or there are cafes and shops close by.\nA selection of hot drinks will be available\, but if you have a favourite drink\, please bring this.\n\nWhat should I wear?\nPlease dress casually and comfortably. You may find it helpful to wear several layers\, so that you can remove/add a layer to maintain a comfortable body temperature during the day and particularly while meditating. \nWhat do I need to do to prepare?\nYou do not need to do anything to prepare for the course. This course is designed to be suitable for beginners and all the information you need will be provided. During the course we will propose some home practices and routine activities to help you integrate mindfulness and meditation into your daily life\, including Apps and links to guided meditations online. \nWhat further information will I receive?\nYou will receive a confirmation email once you have registered. \nWhat should I do if I miss a session?\n We strongly recommend that you only book onto this weekend if you can attend all sessions. \nContact Us\nIf there is anything else you would like to know before the course starts please do not hesitate to contact us: lauri@plumvillage.uk \nWith best wishes\nLauri and Katie \nThe Community of Interbeing UK\nCharity Number 1096680\nPlum Village UK \n\nPARTICIPANT AGREEMENT \nPlease read the https://sandpit.plumvillage.uk/participant-agreement/ carefully. It is important that you understand and agree to these fully. \n 
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