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SUMMARY:Love and the Earth Retreat
DESCRIPTION:We are children of the Earth\, we could not exist without the Earth’s continued love and support.\nThe Earth also needs our love and support\, especially in this time of climate and environmental crisis. If we are to return the Earth’s love for us\, we have to know how to love. \nTo love\, in the context of Buddhism\, is above all to be there. But being there is not an easy thing. Some training is necessary\, some practice. If you are not there\, how can you love? Being there is very much an art\, the art of meditation\, because meditating is bringing your presence to the here and now.\n\n— Thich Nhat Hanh \nThis retreat will explore our relationship with the Earth\, and how can we come back to living in harmony and love for the Earth. How we can maintain our sense of well-being in the face of the changes this involves. \nThe programme will include meditation\, talks\, discussion and walking in the beautiful environment of Wiston Lodge. \n  \n\nMurray Corke\nMurray was ordained by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh in 1994 into the Order of Interbeing and as a lay Dharma teacher in 2004. \nMurray is a long­standing member of the Cambridge Interbeing Sangha. He is a veterinary surgeon and conservationist\, who enjoys working with wood\, and sailing. He has been facilitating Interbeing retreats in Britain and Poland for several years. \n  \nTravel\nLanark train station is the nearest to Wiston Lodge and can be reached via Glasgow Central Station. It is a 20 minute drive/bus journey from Lanark train station to Wiston Lodge. Taxis from Lanark station must be pre-booked in advance. \nThere are three local taxi companies: \nCaledonian Cabs 07467 133388 \nClydewide Taxis 01555 666333 \nGo Travel Scotland 01555 666666 / 01555 777777 \nStuart’s Coaches are the Bus Provider from Lanark. Bus numbers 30\, 30A\, 31 & 31A and all stop near Wiston Village. \nThere is a bus service from Edinburgh to Dumfries (101) which stops near Wiston village and is operated by Houston’s. \n  \n\nMain image by Scotland on Unsplash
URL:https://sandpit.plumvillage.uk/event/love-and-the-earth-retreat/
LOCATION:Wiston Lodge\, Millrigg Road\, Wiston\, Biggar\, South Lanarkshire\, ML12 6HT\, United Kingdom
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-7-2/
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