Basic Buddhism: Dharma in Daily Life

A DHARMAKAYA CENTER RETREAT

Buddha’s focus was on alleviating suffering—so it’s not surprising that his teachings offer a useful blueprint for approaching life’s challenges. In this engaging weekend program of interactive teachings and discussions we will explore ways in which Buddha’s teachings apply throughout daily life.

“I absorbed more from John’s teachings than from any other Buddhist materials I have seen. Now I am able to see the big picture, which will help with my practice.”

ADDITIONAL BASIC BUDDHISM PROGRAMS: You may also be interested in:

• Basic Buddhism: The Core Teachings, March 5-7
• Basic Buddhism: Cultivating Your Innate Goodness, June 4-6
• Basic Buddhism: Immersive Meditation Retreat, August 20-22

STAY SAFE DURING COVID-19: In the interest of safety, we are strictly limiting enrollment to 12 people; please read our COVID-19 Precautions & Preparations to understand our additional strategies.

BRING A FRIEND DISCOUNT: Do you know someone who would like this program, but hasn’t been to the Center? Bring them, and you both get a 10% discount on your entire program package. For the discount to apply, there must be two reservations, at least one of whom has not taken a Dharmakaya Center class previously. At checkout, apply the Discount Code: BringAFriend.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Wouldn’t it be nice to be less stressed and more compassionate? To feel stronger connections with friends and family? To experience true inner calm? The dharma, Buddha’s teachings, offer insights that make all this possible. Moving from theory to practice, this program will provide some tangible skills to help apply the teachings in day to day life, addressing such topics as:

• Why it is helpful to let go of negative emotions—and how to succeed
• How to navigate conflict compassionately
• How to weave meditation into your daily life—and why that makes a difference
• How to quiet your inner critic
• How to notice—and fully appreciate—the good all around you

When not in class, relax in the Center’s beautiful and tranquil environment. Enjoy the view from the patio or a nearby hike, curl up with a book in the library or contemplate the stars while sitting by the fire pit. You are always welcome to join the regularly scheduled Center activities, including the Center’s Sunday study program.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

• Intimate setting with personal access to the teacher
• Interactive sessions with question and answer periods
• Personal and guided meditations
• Delicious all-vegetarian meals with locally sourced ingredients
• Option to extend stay on Personal Retreat
• Extensive library of dharma books
• Expansive wooded grounds with beautiful flora and fauna

OPEN TO ALL

There are no prerequisites for this program; it is appropriate for meditators at all levels and those simply interested in exploring the teachings.

SCHEDULE

(subject to change)

Friday, April 9

Saturday, April 10

Sunday, April 11