An opportunity to develop calmness, wisdom and compassion in a supportive environment. Emphasis is placed upon developing sensitivity, attention and awareness in sitting and walking meditation to foster our innate gifts of inner listening, balance and understanding. Silence, meditation, instruction and evening talks are integral parts of this retreat. This course explores integrating meditation and family life. In a less formal atmosphere, a full program of sittings, discussions, family meditations, and talks is offered.
Child care is shared cooperatively through a rotation system with parents and volunteers.
Your registration MUST specify name, full date of birth, and sex of all children on your registration. The remaining places will be filled by lottery. This retreat is primarily intended for people in their 20's, 30's, and 40's. The retreat will refer to such issues as responsibility, career, the future, roles through the Dharma of liberation. This retreat is offered by IMS to affirm the spirit of giving.