Compassion, or karuṇā, is the intentional practice of meeting pain with love. The Buddha taught that we will all be faced with life’s inevitable sorrows. Through the cultivational of compassion meditation we are able to develop a heart which is unconditionally nurturing, even in the presence of suffering.
In retreat, through sustained meditation practice, we will soften the protective layers which keep us estranged from our own authentic hearts and embrace the fullness of our internal experience. Meditation is the vehicle through which we develop the clarity and kindness needed to accept more fully the pleasure and pain, fear and joy, sadness and happiness that life inevitably brings.
In this retreat, we will focus on the specific meditation practice: Compassion.
It is suitable for both beginning and experienced meditators.
This retreat will be held in noble silence, with designated times for group interviews to support your practice. There will be daily periods of meditation instructions and Dharma talks offered by the teachers, as well as silent sitting and walking meditation periods with community.
Your room will be provided, and you will enjoy three vegetarian freshly prepared meals daily.
*When budgeting for the cost of this retreat please also consider that we ask you to contribute dana to teachers at the conclusion of the event.