Stress is an inevitable part of human experience, though its cause can be understood directly for oneself, and therefore mitigated, and sometimes alleviated all-together. In Pali dukkha means stress, referring to a wide range of experiences such as dissatisfaction, uneasiness, disquietude, worry, and many other states of mind which are generally not preferred. The Pali term nirodha means cessation, the absence of dukkha. Mindfulness, the core meditation technique taught by the Buddha, leads to liberating insight, a type of knowing that liberates the mind from stress. During this retreat we will explore the importance of not turning away from that which is difficult in our mind, body, or daily life, strengthening our capacity to integrate all experience, even the most difficult, into the path of freedom.
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend, beginners and experienced meditators alike.
Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided. Please bring your own lunch (full use of WIMC kitchen will be available).