Salt Spring Island Five-day Meditation Retreat May 13-18, 2021
with meditation teachers Heather Ferris and Gary Greenstein
Simple Silent Supportive Spacious
The time and space for this popular seventh annual meditation retreat has been created at beautiful KDOL, a Buddhist retreat centre, on the top of Mt Tuam, Salt Spring Island, that holds a long history of people sitting and walking in silence and deer watching. The views are vast and spectacular (like the mind). We invite people who want to learn and practise mindfulness meditation (for new and continuing students) and hold silent space for themselves and others (both inside the retreat and on the planet at this time). Silence brings up what we most need. It can be uncomfortable, surprising, insightful, uncertain and joyous. Stillness can be a time of coming home to ourselves.
We will arrive after lunch on Wednesday ready for orientation at 3pm. We go into silence at 5pm with meditation instruction and an overview of our time together. We will be in silence after this session until Tuesday morning at 9am. We will address any questions about spiritual /life practice and mindfulness meditation instructions you may have during teaching sessions. Heather and Gary will also be available each day for individual interviews if needed. The last day, Tuesday, will be silent through breakfast. We will then meet as a group at 9am to share what needs to be shared followed by a final clean up.
Cost for simple accommodation individual cabins with great views of the straitand meals (meals will be veg., nutritious with gluten and dairy-free options: Total $400 with a donation to the teachers - see generosity practice. (We can discuss a camping option if you bring your own tent or shared room option, to keep expenses down).
Register by email (form below) a non-refundable deposit of $200 will secure your registration: heather@mindfulnessdevelopment.com with e-transfer or cheque, made out to Heather Ferris and mailed to 408-5801 Alderlea St, Duncan V9L 3V4. The balance of $175 must be received TBA. For further information, email anytime or call 250-746 8637.
Cancellation policy: Be advised there will be no refunds for cancellations after April 1 because of financial commitments to KDOL and the cook.
What to bring: very warm sleeping bag or bedding (sheets and pillows are provided), flashlight, whatever foods for your particular needs are to be kept in airtight containers because of critters, yoga mat, water bottle, comfortable clothing, walking shoes and rain gear. The cabins and practice room are not heated and there is no electricity for recharging phones, so please bring an alternative clock for your personal use.
About the teachers: Heather Ferris has practised Buddhist meditation for 28 years. She teaches meditation in Canada and South Africa and incorporates mindfulness practice in her work as a psychotherapist in the Duncan area.
Gary Greenstein has practiced Buddhist meditation for 40 years and has taught meditation in Canada, U.S. and South Africa. Your generosity will go to build a house for a refugee in South Africa. Generosity opens our hearts.
Car-pooling is preferred. 14 people max so register early. For information about KDOL :
http://www.kkc-kdol.org/content/kdol
Please include this registration form with your payment (even if you have been on retreat with us before):
Name: _________________________________________
Home address: ________________________________________________________________________________
Tel./cell Number: __________________________ Emergency name and number ____________________________
Email: ________________________________
Deposit of $200 ______or full payment of $375 ______ has been made through personal cheque ______ or email transfer_______ (please indicate)
What meditation experience do you have? ___________________________________________________________
Any health issues, accessibility concerns or special medications we should be aware of:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Any food allergies, dairy or gluten free diet? _______________________________________________________________________________
Are you willing to bring your car? __________________ (road is a bit rough, particularly the last bit, but ok)
How many people can you bring? __________________ travelling from__________________(ferry) at ______(time)
Names of persons travelling with you_________________________________________________________
Any questions?
We do hope you can join us!
with meditation teachers Heather Ferris and Gary Greenstein
Simple Silent Supportive Spacious
The time and space for this popular seventh annual meditation retreat has been created at beautiful KDOL, a Buddhist retreat centre, on the top of Mt Tuam, Salt Spring Island, that holds a long history of people sitting and walking in silence and deer watching. The views are vast and spectacular (like the mind). We invite people who want to learn and practise mindfulness meditation (for new and continuing students) and hold silent space for themselves and others (both inside the retreat and on the planet at this time). Silence brings up what we most need. It can be uncomfortable, surprising, insightful, uncertain and joyous. Stillness can be a time of coming home to ourselves.
We will arrive after lunch on Wednesday ready for orientation at 3pm. We go into silence at 5pm with meditation instruction and an overview of our time together. We will be in silence after this session until Tuesday morning at 9am. We will address any questions about spiritual /life practice and mindfulness meditation instructions you may have during teaching sessions. Heather and Gary will also be available each day for individual interviews if needed. The last day, Tuesday, will be silent through breakfast. We will then meet as a group at 9am to share what needs to be shared followed by a final clean up.
Cost for simple accommodation individual cabins with great views of the straitand meals (meals will be veg., nutritious with gluten and dairy-free options: Total $400 with a donation to the teachers - see generosity practice. (We can discuss a camping option if you bring your own tent or shared room option, to keep expenses down).
Register by email (form below) a non-refundable deposit of $200 will secure your registration: heather@mindfulnessdevelopment.com with e-transfer or cheque, made out to Heather Ferris and mailed to 408-5801 Alderlea St, Duncan V9L 3V4. The balance of $175 must be received TBA. For further information, email anytime or call 250-746 8637.
Cancellation policy: Be advised there will be no refunds for cancellations after April 1 because of financial commitments to KDOL and the cook.
What to bring: very warm sleeping bag or bedding (sheets and pillows are provided), flashlight, whatever foods for your particular needs are to be kept in airtight containers because of critters, yoga mat, water bottle, comfortable clothing, walking shoes and rain gear. The cabins and practice room are not heated and there is no electricity for recharging phones, so please bring an alternative clock for your personal use.
About the teachers: Heather Ferris has practised Buddhist meditation for 28 years. She teaches meditation in Canada and South Africa and incorporates mindfulness practice in her work as a psychotherapist in the Duncan area.
Gary Greenstein has practiced Buddhist meditation for 40 years and has taught meditation in Canada, U.S. and South Africa. Your generosity will go to build a house for a refugee in South Africa. Generosity opens our hearts.
Car-pooling is preferred. 14 people max so register early. For information about KDOL :
http://www.kkc-kdol.org/content/kdol
Please include this registration form with your payment (even if you have been on retreat with us before):
Name: _________________________________________
Home address: ________________________________________________________________________________
Tel./cell Number: __________________________ Emergency name and number ____________________________
Email: ________________________________
Deposit of $200 ______or full payment of $375 ______ has been made through personal cheque ______ or email transfer_______ (please indicate)
What meditation experience do you have? ___________________________________________________________
Any health issues, accessibility concerns or special medications we should be aware of:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Any food allergies, dairy or gluten free diet? _______________________________________________________________________________
Are you willing to bring your car? __________________ (road is a bit rough, particularly the last bit, but ok)
How many people can you bring? __________________ travelling from__________________(ferry) at ______(time)
Names of persons travelling with you_________________________________________________________
Any questions?
We do hope you can join us!
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Healthy minds, Healthy bodies, Healthy relationships
Mindfulness and Stress Reduction Opportunities on Vancouver Island BC, Canada
Mindfulness development and stress reduction workshops and ongoing groups are available for people who want to learn to take better care of themselves and become more self-aware. Our minds are vast in their ability to create, heal and connect us. These learning opportunities will help us reawaken our potential to grow and heal.
Who should come?
Anyone who would like to experience a more peaceful, more meaningful life
Specific concerns: ·
Stress - around illness, work, money, family, uncertainty ·
Medical conditions - chronic illness or pain ·
Mental health concerns- anxiety, depression, unhappiness, habits or behaviours of concern to you ·
General well being -relationships, parenting etc
Learn to meditate
Contact Heather 250 9371289 for the next group date and location or if you would like to have us come to your workplace or community Mindfulness Development Associates
Mindfulness and Stress Reduction Opportunities on Vancouver Island BC, Canada
Mindfulness development and stress reduction workshops and ongoing groups are available for people who want to learn to take better care of themselves and become more self-aware. Our minds are vast in their ability to create, heal and connect us. These learning opportunities will help us reawaken our potential to grow and heal.
Who should come?
Anyone who would like to experience a more peaceful, more meaningful life
Specific concerns: ·
Stress - around illness, work, money, family, uncertainty ·
Medical conditions - chronic illness or pain ·
Mental health concerns- anxiety, depression, unhappiness, habits or behaviours of concern to you ·
General well being -relationships, parenting etc
Learn to meditate
Contact Heather 250 9371289 for the next group date and location or if you would like to have us come to your workplace or community Mindfulness Development Associates
CONSCIOUS RELATIONSHIPS:
Are you ready for a conscious relationship? One that will allow space for each to grow and find joy and peace? One that will allow you to maximize the growth that can take place because of the relationship?
The time together will include daily heart-felt practices
Compassionate communication practice
Negotiation of relationship needs
Negotiating conflict and forgiveness
Celebrating life together
Contact Heather for information
Are you ready for a conscious relationship? One that will allow space for each to grow and find joy and peace? One that will allow you to maximize the growth that can take place because of the relationship?
The time together will include daily heart-felt practices
Compassionate communication practice
Negotiation of relationship needs
Negotiating conflict and forgiveness
Celebrating life together
Contact Heather for information
