A 7 day silent retreat led by Stephen Archer (Nyanaviro)
Mindfulness is an orientation to life though feeling-awareness of our natural state, moment by moment. It is developed through simple meditation practices which involve stilling the restless mind, relaxing the body and softening into the feeling of being. Mindfulness invites us to deepen self-awareness and liberate our attention to be more fully and joyfully in the present moment. The process of mindful awareness make use of the inherent ability of our mind and body to re-balance and sustain well-being, and discover positive new perspectives, solutions and responses to the challenges of life.
This retreat is held in the beautiful setting of a Coromandel nature sanctuary and meditation centre – see www.temoata.org . In this silent and tranquil environment the retreat will consist of some group sessions along with open space for retreatants to move with their own rhythm. Daily sessions include instruction, sitting meditations and an enquiry period. This retreat is suitable for people who are new to the practice as well as those with experience of mindfulness.
The seven day fully residential retreat will begin with a meal at 6pm on Saturday 25 July 2015 and finish in the early afternoon of Saturday 1 August 2015
Stephen Archer is a mindfulness educator and trainer. He is passionate about creating contexts where people can explore mindfulness and discover how it can assist them to access sustainable wellbeing and generate new and transformative perspectives. Stephen has been involved with mindfulness for over 30 years and began practicing mindfulness meditation while he was completing a degree in Eastern religions. He then trained for 13 years as an ordained Buddhist monk in the Thai forest tradition. He is currently studying with Sri Yanchiji. Stephen facilitates mindful leadership and workplace programmes, and offers residential retreats and public courses. He is Director of Mindfulness Training, a Wellington-based service provider www.mindfulness-training.co.nz
COST: Registration $490 (covers food and accommodation only) plus dana/koha payment for Stephen (please offer your dana payment at end of retreat).
Bookings
Bookings are closed for this event.