Often we come to meditation with a very serious attitude - we're going to concentrate, we're going to be mindful! It may surprise many to learn that the Buddhist teachings have very clear instructions that what supports concentrated states is relaxation and attention to the pleasant as well as the present. In this half-day retreat, we'll be exploring how to use wonder, curiosity, and joy to support our daily life practice of mindfulness.
Often we come to meditation with a very serious attitude - we're going to concentrate, we're going to be mindful! It may surprise many to learn that the Buddhist teachings have very clear instructions that what supports concentrated states is relaxation and attention to the pleasant as well as the present. In this half-day retreat, we'll be exploring how to use wonder, curiosity, and joy to support our daily life practice of mindfulness.
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