Meditate like a Buddha — Beginning Mindfulness

Meditate like a Buddha — Beginning Mindfulness
Jan 24, 10-3

This event is open to all and suitable for beginners.

Whether you're looking to de-stress and find some stillness in your life, to feel at home in your body, or to explore the nature of awareness, this workshop is a great way to begin! 

The Buddhist approach to meditation can be understood in the simple image of the Buddha seated at the foot of the Bodhi Tree, hands folded and with a peaceful expression on his face.

Access 2600 years of simple meditation teaching and technique on this introductory workshop. Participants will learn everything they need to begin a regular and effective meditation practice. This workshop is suitable for complete beginners, or those looking for a refresher. You do not need to be a Buddhist to benefit from these practices.

Meditation and mindfulness practice:
— Helps us to develop a sense of contentment and peace
— Fosters a sense of internal wholeness and integration
— Brings clarity and focus
— De-stresses and relaxes
— Deepens our capacity for body awareness
— Cultivates awareness of what we think and how we feel
— Fosters appreciation
— Deepens our capacity for kindness
— Helps us feel more connected 

In this introductory meditation workshop we will explore the Buddha's teaching of mindfulness, generally as a living principle, and more specifically as a meditation practice. Participants will learn the mindfulness of breathing, a meditation that has been practiced for thousands of years.

A vegetarian lunch is included. Participants may consider bringing a notebook with a pen, a water bottle, and warm socks or slippers. We provide meditation cushions and blankets, as well as meditation chairs and benches. Our onsite book and gift shop has many great titles on meditation and Buddhism. Click here for more useful info about attending events at Aryaloka.

Led By — Dh. Suddhayu and Team. Suddhayu has been a practicing Buddhist since 1992. He is an ordained member of the Triratna Buddhist Order, and has been teaching workshops and leading retreats since 1998. He currently works full time for Dharma initiatives at Aryaloka Buddhist Retreat Center and Portsmouth Buddhist Center. He loves to teach meditation and to help others go deeper in their practice.
 

How are we coming together safely?

• If you know you have been exposed to Covid-19 or if you have had Covid-19 within a five day period of the event’s start-time, we ask that you not attend in-person.
• Masks are optional unless otherwise stated. Please wear a mask if you have recovered from Covid-19 and are still between days 6 and 10 from your first positive test.
• If you have cold or flu symptoms, we ask that you do not attend in-person.
• We have installed new air purifiers with virus-destroying technology! 

Zoom options are available for some events. Transfer of fees or refunds are also available for illness or illness-preventative related absence. Please email info@aryaloka.org if you have any questions about our safety protocols.
 

This workshop includes a vegetarian lunch. You can access helpful information about attending workshops at Aryaloka here.
 

At Aryaloka, we strive to make our programs available to everyone regardless of their financial circumstances. Our fee structure allows you to pay according to your means. 

The Event Rate is our actual fee for the event. It is for people paying their rent or mortgage, and who can afford occasional or regular leisure expenses such as dining out. Any payment above the advertised fee is a tax-deductible donation. 

The Mid-Level Reduced Rate is for those who are paying their mortgage or rent, though experience a consistent tightness in budget that makes extras like leisure activities or unexpected expenses difficult or impossible. 

The Base-Level Reduced Rate is for those without an income or with an income low enough that making ends meet is a challenge. 

Those whose circumstances are not included above can email the office to make other arrangements including reduced rates, payment schedules, volunteer opportunities and scholarships. info@aryaloka.org