There are times when our lives may be turbulent and confusing, and we can easily become disheartened and feel disconnected. However, meditation offers us an opportunity to open to these difficulties and access our inner resilience. At its heart, meditation is very practical. It is not about changing our life’s circumstances so that we can feel better, or become a better person, but realizing that we are whole and complete, right here, right now, regardless of our situation. Meditation is a method for discovering who we truly are.
In this retreat we will learn how to connect to the qualities of awareness, compassion, and wisdom in our everyday life, through the practice of the six paramitas. The six paramitas are the natural expression of our awakened mind; generosity, ethical conduct, patience, joyful effort, meditation and wisdom. By exploring the six paramitas, we will learn how they support us in the here and now and enrich how we live our lives. This journey leads us beyond a limited sense of self to a heart that is open and at ease.
During the first weekend of this retreat we will explore key points from the Joy of Living. Then through the week we will discover how the six paramitas support our meditation practice. During the final weekend we will examine the possibility of making these qualities the basis of our everyday lives.
When - Three options available:
Entire Ten Day Retreat** : Check-In Friday, Feb 17 at 4pm, Check out Sunday Feb 26 at 1pm
Weekend 1 : Check-In Friday, Feb 17 at 4pm, Check out Sunday, Feb 19 at 9pm 3
Weekend 2 : Check-In Friday, Feb 24 at 12:30pm, Check out Sunday, Feb 26 at 1pm
Non-residential attendance will also be considered. If you wish to attend for a different set of dates, please email us at melbourne@tergar.org
Where
Institute of Advanced Studies, La Trobe University Bundoora Campus
Cost, inclusive of GST
Full Ten Day Retreat: Sponsor Rate: 2750.00 / Base Rate: 2200.00 / Concession: 1320.00
Single Weekend Only* Sponsor Rate: 825.00 / Base Rate: 550.00 / Concession: 330.00
*Either Weekend 1 or Weekend 2
All fees include on-site accomodation and three vegetarian meals per day, plus coffee, tea and drinks throughout the day.
Sponsor rates will go towards subsidising concession rates and those in need of financial assistance to attend. Limited scholarships and non-residential attendance may also be available. Email us for more information at Melbourne@tergarorg
Spaces are limited to 50 individuals and require a 100.00 deposit to register which will be deducted from your final fees.
Registrations Close at 6pm February 10.