Calming the Mind

Registration for this retreat is closed

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Registration is closed for this retreat.
April 07 - April 11, 2021 (Wednesday to Sunday)


Meeting Format (During program sessions, you will be able to see and hear the teacher, as well as other program participants, and they will be able to see and hear you).

We live in a time of discord and instability, where it is difficult to find ground. The world, and our lives, are always in motion.

Despite this, there can still be balance and ease in the midst of it all. With practice, we can be grounded and calm despite circumstances.

This retreat will help us re-group, steady ourselves, and connect with our hearts. We will invite equanimity by practicing insight meditation with a metta flavor, opening to a balance of clarity and kindness.

The experienced teachers of this retreat frequently guide practice at the Forest Refuge, and are core members of the annual Three-Month Retreat team.

Prerequisites:
Participants are required to have completed at least two previous residential meditation retreats of seven days or longer.

Fees
For this program, sliding scale fees are$200, $260, $325, or $500. Please select the highest rate you can reasonably afford. We also offer a scholarship fee of $100, and no-fee enrollment for those who request a fee-waiver. Our “Pay What You Can Afford" system supports the cultivation of a dynamic and inclusive community and contributes to the health and vibrancy of the sangha. Select the rate of your choice when you register. Email imsonline@dharma.org for more information or to request a no-fee enrollment.

Registration for this program closes 30 minutes prior to the opening session.

Teacher Support
Most IMS teachers—like insight teachers around the world—offer their teachings freely, and rely on the generosity of students for their livelihood. Teachers do not generally receive compensation from IMS program fees, though IMS may offer a modest advance to ensure financial support and the continuation of the teachings. Click here to learn more about teacher support. There will be an opportunity to offer a contribution to your teachers at the end of your program, or you may donate now



Daily Schedule - all times listed in Eastern Time ET:
Note: all sessions will be recorded and posted so you can view it later if you missed one.

Wednesday, April 7
10 - 11 am - Opening, Refuges & Precepts, Sitting - Annie & Winnie
1:30 - 2:30 pm - Instructions, Sitting - Annie
4 - 5 pm - Dharma Talk, Sitting - Winnie

Thursday, April 8
10 - 11 am - Instructions, Sitting - Winnie
1:30 - 2:30 pm - Q&A, Metta, Sitting - Winnie
4 - 5 pm - Dharma Talk, Sitting - Annie

Friday, April 9
10 - 11 am - Instructions, Sitting - Annie
1:30 - 2:30 pm - Q&A, Metta, Sitting - Annie
4 - 5 pm - Dharma Talk, Sitting - Winnie

Saturday, April 10
10 - 11 am - Instructions, Sitting - Winnie
1:30 - 2:30 pm - Q&A, Metta, Sitting - Winnie
4 - 5 pm - Dharma Talk, Sitting - Annie

Sunday, April 11
10 - 11 am - Instructions, Sitting - Annie
1:30 - 2:30 pm - Closing Talk, Refuges & Precepts, Sitting, Metta - Annie & Winnie

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