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SUMMARY:Beyond Distraction: 10-night Retreat in Georgia
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this retreat must be vaccinated to prevent COVID-19. We have held retreats at this center in 2020 and 2021. We consider this site to be well designed for seclusion\, and the staff diligent in their efforts to lower the risk of infection. Please review the preventative measures taken by the center\, and read our guidelines: Guidelines for Retreat Practice in the Covid-19 Era \nBeyond Distraction: Five Ways to Focus the Mind\nled by Shaila Catherine\nMonday\, August 29\, 2022 – Thursday\, September 8\, 2022 \nThe retreat begins with registration from 2:30 – 4:00 pm on Monday\, August 29. The retreat ends after lunch at 1:00 pm on Thursday\, September 8. \nPartial attendance is possible in some cases\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat and priority will be given to those registering for the full retreat. A limited number of commuter spaces may be available. \nMental restlessness is an insidious and pervasive hindrance that most practitioners struggle to overcome. We can refine our skills for working with the modes of thinking that distract us from being mindful: critical thoughts\, planning\, worrying\, lustful thoughts\, judging\, memories\, internal commentaries\, to name a few. The teachings on this retreat will present a sequence of strategies for dealing with obstructive mental patterns; these progressive instructions are found in two discourses in the Middle Length Discourses (suttas 19 and 20). Practitioners will be encouraged to develop a mindfulness-based meditation practice\, while exploring these strategies. The practice can free the mind from habitual distractions\, nurture calm\, concentration\, and jhana\, and incline toward a liberating understanding of emptiness.\n\nThis retreat is suitable for practitioners of any level\, providing you have attended at least one prior silent residential retreat.\n\nPreparation: Please read the following two discourses prior to the retreat. You may wish to bring a print out to the retreat for your personal reference.\n\nhttps://suttacentral.net/mn19/en/bodhi\nhttps://suttacentral.net/mn20/en/bodhi\n\nDaily group instructions will explore a multitude of ways to work with thoughts. Group and one-to-one guidance will tailor the practices to meet the needs and interests of individual students.\nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, and teacher consultations. It will provide an ideal occasion for nurturing serenity and calmness\, removing distracting thoughts\, and inclining the mind toward a liberating realization of emptiness. This retreat is intended for meditators who already have an established mindfulness based practice\, and have previously attended at least one multi-day silent residential retreat. Students will be expected to practice a mindfulness-based approach to meditation practice.\n\nRegister early! Space is limited.  \nABOUT THE SITE: Situated in a quiet rural area just outside of Atlanta\, the Ingnatius House\, a Jesuit retreat center offers convenience and comfort to support deep meditative experience. \nTO REGISTER: Please use the online form at the link below to submit your registration and waiver forms. \nLink to registration form: IH 2022 Registration Form \nThis form will take approximately 20 minutes to fill out. Upon completion of the form you will receive an email with details for completing your payment. You have the option of paying the non-refundable deposit of $250 or the full retreat payment either by mailing a check to the registrar or by making a Zelle bank transfer. The address and account information for making this payment will be included in the registration confirmation email. \nIf we must cancel the retreat for any reason (such as if we are under shelter-in-place orders at the time of the retreat)\, we will return your deposit and fees\, however\, the $250 deposit remains non-refundable if you cancel your reservation. Details of our cancellation policy are on the registration form. \nREQUIREMENTS: This 10-night retreat is designed for experienced students. Previous retreat experience in the insight meditation tradition is required\, with a minimum of at least one week-long silent residential retreat. If you have less than one week-long silent retreat experience\, your attendance requires approval from the teacher. \nACCOMMODATIONS AND MEALS: Ignatius House has been described as a hidden jewel in the Atlanta area. It is situated on 20 acres of lush secluded woodland overlooking the Chattahoochee River. The site boasts 1.5 miles of trail winding up and down through tall pines\, along the river\, over quaint bridges\, and has many places to sit and soak in the serenity of this environment as it nourishes the heart. Seclusion and quietude permeate the environment\, while it is conveniently accessible from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International airport. \nAll accommodations are in comfortable modest single rooms; each room has a private ensuite bathroom. Three meals a day will be prepared by the center’s acclaimed chef and professional culinary team. The meals will include omnivore and vegetarian options\, plentiful salads\, and daily desserts. Snacks\, coffee\, and tea will be available throughout the day. With advanced notice\, the culinary team will be happy to work with allergies and special food needs. \nThe retreat facility is handicapped accessible. If you have mobility limitations\, please contact the registrar for details. \nPlease note that this will be a non-smoking retreat. \nCOST: 10 nights (includes accommodation and meals) is $2800 – $1900 sliding scale\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. The estimated actual per-person cost for this retreat (if we used a fixed rate) is $2300. By selecting an amount above $2300\, your generosity supports those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. This sliding scale will allow most scholarship needs to be managed by self-selecting an amount lower than $2300. \nCOMMUTER OPTIONS: \n\nCommuter option (no sleeping accommodations) for full retreat including lunch and dinner is $2300 ­– $1300 sliding scale.\nCommuter option (no sleeping accommodations) for full retreat including breakfast\, lunch and dinner is $2300 ­– $1500 sliding scale.\n\nPARTIAL RETREAT OPTIONS: Registration options for partial retreat attendance are below. Priority will be given to students who are registering for the full 10-nights course. We do not encourage partial attendance\, but offer these options for cases when full attendance is not possible\, and only if we have space available. Applicants for partial attendance will be placed on a wait list which will be reviewed approximately 2 months prior to the retreat. \n\n2 nights (Monday–Wednesday) is $750 – $550 sliding scale\n3 nights (Monday–Thursday) is $1050 – $750 sliding scale\n4 nights (Monday–Friday) is $1\,400 – $950 sliding scale\n5 nights (Monday–Saturday) is $1\,700 – $1200 sliding scale\n6 nights (Monday–Sunday) is $2\,000 – $1450 sliding scale\n7 nights (Monday–Monday is the same rate as full retreat $2800 – $1900 sliding scale\n\nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers at the end of the retreat. \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/beyond-distraction-10-night-retreat-in-georgia/
LOCATION:Ignatius House\, 6700 Riverside Drive NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30328\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Online—Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Online—Shaila Catherine\nan evening of meditation and teaching \nwith Shaila Catherine \nTalk Theme: Breaking Down the Compactness of Concepts\nPlease join us on Zoom. This event is appropriate for newcomers as well as experienced practitioners. The evening includes silent or guided meditation and teachings. \nTakes place on Zoom! \nJoin the Zoom Meeting\nWe now require you enter the Zoom passcode to join the meeting. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88266320362 \nMeeting ID: 882 6632 0362\nPasscode: metta4all \nOne tap mobile\n+16699006833\,\,88266320362# US (San Jose)\n+12532158782\,\,88266320362# US (Tacoma) \nDial by your location\n+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\nMeeting ID: 882 6632 0362\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcSiCSJ1bl \n\n  \nTEACHERS: Please visit our Teachers Page for biographies and photos of our speakers. \nTUESDAYS ONLINE: Due to coronavirus concerns\, we have converted our Tuesday evening meeting to an online format with teachings offered by Shaila Catherine and an array of guest teachers. This online group meets 6:30 – 8:00 PM Pacific Time\, which makes it possible for local members to join us after their workday\, and for East Coast friends to sit with us before bed. \nEveryone is welcome. Please share this event with your friends. \nDANA/DONATIONS: IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses that continue whether we are meeting in-person or online. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. We encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. \nPlease support our programs and teachers with your donations. We especially encourage recurring monthly donations. Donations can be made through our Donation Page. Recurring donations can be made through Network for Good or PayPal.
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CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Monthly Meditation,Online Programs
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SUMMARY:Monday In-Person—Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:Monday In-Person—Shaila Catherine\nan evening of meditation and teaching \nwith Shaila Catherine \nJoin us In-Person!\nIMSB is resuming public meetings in person. We will start slowly by offering a monthly meeting at St Timothy’s in Mountain View. Seating will be limited due to COVID-19 restrictions. Reservations are required. This event is open only to individuals who have been fully vaccinated. \nReserve your spot!\nChoose a ticket below to reserve your seat. The ticketing process will allow you to make a donation online to avoid cash handling at the event. You will be required to agree to follow COVID-19 precautions and to provide location information for contact tracing purposes.  \nIf attendees arrive without a reservation\, they may be admitted as space permits. We will gather contact information and COVID precaution agreement on site.  \nSchedule:\n\n6:45 pm — Doors Open — arrive early to check-in\n7:00 pm — Meditation\n7:40 pm — Teachings\n8:30 pm — Closing and Informal Connections\n8:45 pm — Prepare Room for Departure\n\nLocation:\nSt. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\nEdwards Hall\n2094 Grant Rd.\nMountain View\, CA 94040 \nExperience Level:\nThis event is appropriate for newcomers as well as experienced practitioners. The evening includes silent or guided meditation and teachings. \nCOVID-19 Protocols:\n\nFace masks are required for attendance. We will seat the speaker at least 12 feet from the attendees in case the speaker is unable to wear a mask and be heard while teaching. The speakers have been fully vaccinated.\n\n\nBy taking a ticket below you are stating that you are fully vaccinated and that you agree to:\n\nwear a face mask at all times on the church property\, in all indoor spaces including bathrooms\, and in the courtyard area outside;\nonly attend if you feel healthy and have no symptoms of illness;\nmaintain a social distance of 6 feet between individuals and pods or family groups;\ncontact IMSB at sit if you become sick within three weeks of attending an in-person gathering\nPlease note: IMSB will maintain information for possible contact tracing. We will use the billing address entered during the ticketing process for that purpose. We will include this contact information on IMSB’s mailing list; you may unsubscribe from our list at any time.\n\n\n\n  \n\n  \nTEACHERS: Please visit our Teachers Page for biographies and photos of our speakers. \nOUR SCHEDULE: IMSB is resuming in-person meetings. We will meet in person at St Tim’s in Mountain View on one Monday each month\, and online on one Tuesday each month. \nDANA/DONATIONS: IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and to cover organizational expenses that continue whether we are meeting in-person or online. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings\, and generosity. We encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. Donations are tax-deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/monday-in-person-shaila-catherine-12/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View\, 94040\, United States
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SUMMARY:Register Now to join the ONLINE COURSE: Beyond Distraction
DESCRIPTION:Beyond Distraction: Practical Strategies to Free the Mind\nAn in-depth 3-month online program with Shaila Catherine \nCo-sponsored by Bodhi Courses and Insight Meditation South Bay \nFor more information and registration details click here. \n  \n\nBeyond Distraction: Practical Strategies to Free the Mind
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