SCHEDULE FOR NEXT 12 WEEKS FOR TUESDAY (MALLOW)AND WEDNESDAY (CORK) MEDITATION EVENINGS (FROM 22ND/23RD OCTOBER) “Learning the art of Calm abiding Meditation (Shinay)” During the next 12 weeks, we will begin right at the start and cover the basics of meditation, in an ordered, methodical way. The content will be based on the “Mahamudra, Ocean of Certainty” teachings and transmission that Ani Choedron received over a number of years form Guru Vajradhara Chamgon Tai Situpa Rinpoche. After 12 weeks participants will feel confident in practicing meditation on their own, having covered the fundamentals as well as having the opportunity to practice as part of a group. It is not obligatory to attend every week but it is recommended to come to as many sessions as possible. Each evening will consist of a half hour of teaching/instruction, 50 minutes of practice and 10 minutes of questions/discussion. During the 12 weeks a variety of topics will be covered including: v What is Meditation? v What is Mindfulness? v How to Meditate. v Some common misconceptions. v How to truly relax. v The importance of posture. v How to maintain your meditation. v Working with difficult thoughts and emotions. v Working with physical pain. v The connection between calm abiding meditation and “insight meditation” ie lhathong. A number of techniques will be taught during the time. This will include techniques to employ when your mind is wild (high), dull, (depressed ),tense (uptight,anxious) or spacy (ungrounded) All these sessions are suitable for beginners and those of us who wish to always have the beginners mind. Cost : suggested donation 7€/5 (Cork), €5 (Mallow) Time: 8pm to 9.30pm No booking necessary – just come along! If you wish to sit on the floor do bring your own cushion for comfort. There will also be some opportunities to practice for longer a longer session and also in retreat environment. Sunday November 3rd 2pm to 5pm Mardyke House Sunday December 8th – Retreat to the country for a day - Nano Nagle Retreat Centre, Killavullen -- For more info contact us here by sending us a message, or palpungireland
Posted on: Mon, 21 Oct 2013 07:43:02 +0000
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