Scattering the Winter Blues With Mindfulness
with Felicity Bannister
Friday, February 21 - Sunday, February 23
“In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer. And that makes me happy. For it says that no matter how hard the world pushes against me, within me, there’s something stronger – something better, pushing right back.” - Albert Camus
It’s dark and it’s cold... Winter can feel like a long season. Bring light to the winter blues by accessing a calmer and happier state of mind. Mindfulness can help you get in touch with this essential part of you – your “invincible summer!” Learn meditation practices, breathing techniques, and visualizations that will heighten your positivity, increase your energy, and renew your motivation.
Learn how to:
• Stay focused on the positive
• Cultivate a calm and relaxed state
• Respond well under pressure
• Recover quickly from difficult conditions and emotions
• Sustain and maintain motivation
Important Details:
When: Friday, February 21 - Sunday, February 23. Please plan to arrive between 3-5pm on the first day. The retreat will begin with a property orientation at 5:30pm followed by a light supper and the first evening class and will finish after lunch on the final day.
Rates: Non-members: $220, Members: $190.
Rates include: Single accommodation and all meals. They do not include instructor fees. Felicity is sharing her experience within the traditional Buddhist understanding of Dana. To understand more about Dana, please read the following:
On Dāna: Teachers give the teachings of awakening (Dharma) freely so that anyone, no matter their financial means can attend classes. Each time one receives teachings, it is an opportunity to consciously practice generosity. Giving money and other means of support expresses gratitude and support to the teacher and helps to ensure that these teachings continue. Each person receiving Dharma teachings determines the kind and amount of Dāna according to one’s heart and one’s financial means. When deciding how much to offer, one should think about what these teachings mean to you and try to give accordingly. It is recommended that students make an offering of dāna at the beginning of a class or retreat to establish the intention to make the most of this opportunity for one’s own progression and for the benefit of all others.
Deposit: A 50% deposit is required to hold your space upon registration.
Cancellation policy: Refund 7 days before the commencement of the course 75% with 25% going towards a future course within 2020. Refund 2 days before the commencement of the course 50% with 35% going towards a future course within 2020.