Thursdays 3:30 meditation 4:30 drop in course suitable for people of all or no levels of meditation practice and of any faith.
Mellow Run, Venice (directions below)
Learning to Stay
"As a species, we should never underestimate our low tolerance for discomfort. To be encouraged to stay with our vulnerability is news that we can use. Sitting meditation is our support for learning how to do this...
Sitting meditation cultivates loving kindness and compassion. It gives us a way to move closer to our thoughts and emotions and to get in touch with our bodies. It is a method of cultivating unconditional friendliness toward ourselves an d for parting the curtain of indifference that distances us from the suffering of others. It is our vehicle for learning to be a truly loving person."
Chapter Four: The Places That Scare You, Pema Chodron
Also:Venice Shambhala Meditation Group- weekly
Meets: Sundays 6 PM - 8 PM
Thursdays, 3:30 - 5:30 PM
What: 40 minutes of sitting and walking Mindfulness Meditation, followed by a class
Where: Mellow Run/ A Fresh Start, Venice
Cost: Donation of $2 - $10 Contact: If you are coming for the first time call Jillaurie 323-8033 to meet for meditation instruction
Exploring Meditation - A Day of Ce ntering and Learning
Sunday February 22, 2009 10 AM - 3 PM preregistration required 323 8033
If you are new to Mindfulness Meditation or want to renew your enthusiasm for practice, this is a perfect day for you!
We will have guided meditation instructi on and silent periods of sitting and walking meditation. The morning talk will emphasize the essence of mindfulness practice and how it changes our life.
In the afternoon we will learn the obstacles that can interfere with a regular practice, the antidotes and tips for establishing a regular practice. Lots of time for questions!
Cost: $55, includes lunch pre-register 323 8033
Presenter: Instructor: Jillaurie Crane, M.A. is a Spriitual Counselor, Life Coach and renowned Astrologer. She is a long time practitioner of Mindfulness Meditation and Buddhist studies. She completed meditation instructor and teacher training in 1985 and has been joyfully sharing this wonderful technique ever since.
Shambhala Training
Shambhala Training is a series of contemplative workshops, suited for both beginning and experienced meditators. The simple and profound technique of mindfulness and awareness is the basis of a secular path of meditation, which can benefit people of any spiritual tradition and way of life.
This path shows how to take the challenges of=2 0daily life in our modern society as opportunities for both contemplative practice and social action. All aspects of our daily life and society—family, commerce, education, the arts can be permeated with a sense of sacredness.
Level I: The Art of Being Human 3/28 - 3/29
Through the practice of meditation, we glimpse unconditional goodness as the ground of our existence. Opening to ourselves with gentleness and appreciation, we begin to see our potential as genuine and compassionate human beings. For more information go to: http://www.shambhala.org/
DIRECTIONS TO MELLOW RUN
Suzi Hobson & Howie Hanson
Mellow Run Equestrian Center/A Fresh Start Center for Transformation
3490 Laurel Road East (I-75 and Laurel Road)
North Venice, FL 34275
941-445-7134
*From the Island (or 41 coming from the south) Take E. Venice Ave to Pinebrook. Turn left on Pinebrook, go to the end. Turn right onto Laurel Rd. Go over the highway and it is your first right (Knight's Trail). There is a gas station across the street. When you take the right TAKE ANOTHER IMMEDIATE RIGHT as if heading back towards the highway. It is the last driveway on the left. Go to the end and we are in the little building to the left of the 3 car20garage.
From 75 Mellow Run is right off the highway. If coming from the North, turn left onto Laurel, coming from the South turn right onto Laurel and follow above.
If coming down 41 from the North. Turn left onto Laurel and follow above directions. When you pass Pinebrook you are almost there.
Awakening the Creative Spirit
Together we will journey into the well of creative inspiration that exists within all of us. Learn techniques that will open the door to let out your own, one of a kind, creative voice. All are welcome. It doesn't matter if you have been painting for years or don't have any idea what you would like to create. We are all meant to be creative in some form or another. Come enjoy and honor the creative spirit in yourself and others in a safe, nurturing environment. See how the act of expressing yourself can help you be more balanced, conn ected, and joyful.
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