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SUMMARY:Beyond Violence with Dónal Creedon
DESCRIPTION:“The nature of mind is already peace.”\nThrangu Rinpoche \nOur world is on fire\, engulfed in endless conflict\, fear\, and violence. Violence and fear are everywhere at every level. According to Buddha dharma\, our consciousness is afflicted at its very core. The afflicted mind is a potent cocktail of resentment and confusion. It is from this unholy mix that all conflicts arise both individual and collective. \nYet\, it need not be so if we take time to listen\, reflect and meditate. \nThe question is how does the mind free itself of its accumulated violence\, cultural violence\, self-protective violence\, the violence of competition\, the violence of authority and obedience\, the violence of trying to be somebody\, the violence of trying to suppress and bully oneself in order to be non-violent? \nWhat to do?\nWe have to know who we are\, what we are\, where we are\, and what it means to be a human being beyond identities. We need to see the truth directly for ourselves. It involves looking into the shadow lands of the human psyche and as well rediscovering our true nature\, called Buddha nature or simply the natural state. As Thrangu Rinpoche says peace is already there. Silently waiting. \nConditions for joining the retreat \nThe minimum attendance is for 1 week. The entry dates are Friday 25 November or Saturday 3 December. \nThis is a Buddhist meditation retreat and particularly suitable for those with some knowledge and experience. However\, everyone is welcome. Each person should be committed to the program and leave personal demands and agendas aside. This is essential. Ethical conduct based on Buddhist precepts and consideration for others is assumed. Activities such as offering various therapies etc for money are not permitted however it is fine to help others if needed.\nIf you cannot fulfill these conditions please do not come. \nAbout Dónal Creedon\nDónal Creedon is a Buddhist meditation teacher with many years of experience\, loved and deeply appreciated for his warmth\, openness\, and sincerity. He studied and practiced with Buddhist masters of the Kagyu practice lineage in Europe as well as in India and Nepal. This involved many years of intense retreat. Dónal also spent a number of years at the Krishnamurti Centre in Varanasi as resident Buddhist scholar. Thus the radical inquiry of Krishnamurti informs his approach. \nIn 2017\, he published ‘The Main of Light’\, a study that examines the teachings of J Krishnamurti in the light of Buddhist teachings\, specifically the teachings of the Mahamudra and Dzogchen lineages. The teachings of the Buddha and Krishnamurti both explore the most profound and fundamental questions of human existence. They directly address the questions of sorrow\, fear\, and death\, as well as the deepest meaning a human life can attain beyond the travail and illusion of dualism. They point to the sources of sorrow and the ending of sorrow\, to the possibility of living a life informed by intelligence and compassion. As Dónal says: “It is my hope that this study will serve as a modest contribution to what I feel is an immensely important area of human exploration. I hope it will stimulate questions not only in Buddhist and Krishnamurti students but anyone interested in the deep problems that affect our world so grievously.” \nCost\nThe cost includes accommodation\, all ova-lacto meals from supper on the first night to lunch on the last day\, a supplement for airfares\, and an optional R60 environmental levy. The cost is also inclusive of a 7.5 % discount for 2 weeks and a 15 % discount for the full retreat.\nTRC members receive a further 10% discount if membership is paid up for 6 months prior to the retreat.\nThe cost excludes dana (an offering of appreciation to the teacher)\, and staff tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 8 nights\n 15 nights\n 22 nights\n\n\n  Single use of ensuite room (if space available):\n  R8\,300\n  R13\,600\n  R18\,000\n\n\n  Single use of twin/double room (if space available)\, shared bathroom:\n  R7\,900\n  R12\,900\n  R17\,000\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R7\,500\n  R12\,200\n  R16\,000\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n  R6\,800\n  R11\,000\n  R14\,400\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n  R5\,900\n  R9\,400\n  R12\,300\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R5\,000\n  R7\,900\n  R10\,300\n\n\n  Camping TRC Tent:\n  R5\,000\n  R7\,900\n  R10\,300\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R4\,200\n  R6\,500\n  R8\,400\n\n\n\n  \nTo Book\nPlease use our online booking form\, which can be completed easily on a phone or tablet. A 50% deposit will secure your choice of accommodation. \nTransport to/from TRC & Airport Shuttle\nEstimated dates of the airport shuttle (Extra return journeys are subject to demand). \nTo TRC: Fri 25 November\, leaving 12 pm at OR Tambo International \nTo TRC: Sat 3 December\, leaving 12 pm at OR Tambo International \nTo OR Tambo International: Sunday 18 December\, leaving TRC at 1 pm. \nThe cost for the return airport shuttle is estimated at R2000 per person. This is an extra cost\, and not included above\, and a 50% deposit is needed to book our place on the shuttle. \nTRC will help with carpooling where possible. It is also possible to get the InterCape bus from Park Station to Groot Marico (around R350) and TRC can arrange a lift to the Centre for R150. \nPlease ensure that flights arrive before 10 am\, to give you time to collect your luggage and pass through immigration. On the return trip\, the shuttle will depart TRC after lunch\, to arrive at ORT by 5.30 pm. Please book international flights to leave after 8 pm. \nFor more general retreat information\, please click here. Or email tararokpacentre@gmail.com for more info.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/dec-retreat-with-donal-creedon/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Inquiry,Meditation,Philosophy,Spirituality
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SUMMARY:Take a Break
DESCRIPTION:“What is this life\, if full of care\, \nWe have no time to stand and stare?” \nLeisure\, W.H. Davies \nOur Christmas/New Year retreat will be a chance to leave aside the stresses and busyness of city and town and spend time getting in touch with the natural world\, the elements as well as our inner world of light and shade. In other words\, give yourself a break! \nWe will have a light touch program that combines some exercises from the Tara Rokpa elements program with instructions in mindfulness and awareness. A chance for leisure and as the poet says ‘time to stand and stare. And sit quietly! Time to explore our life priorities and set the compass for the new year. \nFacilitated by Dónal Creedon and Pippa Cope \nStructure\nIt is preferable that you attend from the start date\, but you are welcome to come for part thereof or the entire 10 days. \nAbout Dónal Creedon\nDónal Creedon is a Buddhist meditation teacher with many years of experience\, loved and deeply appreciated for his warmth\, openness\, and sincerity. He studied and practiced with Buddhist masters of the Kagyu practice lineage in Europe as well as in India and Nepal. This involved many years of intense retreat. Dónal also spent a number of years at the Krishnamurti Centre in Varanasi as resident Buddhist scholar. Thus the radical inquiry of Krishnamurti informs his approach. \nAbout Pippa Cope\nPippa Cope offers mindful movement\, including somatics and Donna Farhi-inspired yoga. She has been involved with the Tara Rokpa Therapy process for 20 years as a senior helper in South Africa and Zimbabwe and has offered workshops in Canada. Pippa has been resident at TRC for over 15 years as jack of all trades. She previously spent her professional life working as an Occupational Therapist\, Social Worker and Community Development manager. \n  \nCost\nThe cost includes accommodation\, all ova-lacto meals from supper on the first night to lunch on the last day\, a supplement for airfares\, and an optional R60 environmental levy.\nTRC members receive a 10% discount on all-length retreats (if they have been members for 6 months already).\nCost excludes dana (an offering of appreciation to the teacher)\, and staff tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 9 Nights (Full Retreat)\n\n\n  Single-use of ensuite room (if space available):\n  R8\,800\n\n\n  Single-use of twin/double room (if space available)\, shared bathroom:\n  R8\,300\n\n\n  Single room with shared bathroom (only 3 available):\n  R7\,900\n\n\n  Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person):\n  R7\,000\n\n\n  Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person):\n  R6\,100\n\n\n  Dormitory\n  R5\,000\n\n\n  Camping TRC Tent (only for bigger retreats):\n  R5\,000\n\n\n  Camping (own tent)\n  R4\,200\n\n\n\n\nTo Book\nPlease use our online booking form\, which can be completed easily on a phone or tablet\, to book. A 50% deposit is required to confirm your choice of accommodation. \nAirport Shuttle\nDepending on numbers\, group transport may be organized\, depending on demand. The estimated cost is about R2000 return. Please ensure that flights arrive before 10 am\, to give you time to collect your luggage and pass through immigration. On the return trip\, the shuttle will depart TRC after lunch\, to arrive at ORT by 5.30 pm. Please book flights to leave after 8 pm. \nTRC will help with carpooling where possible. It is also possible to get the InterCape bus from Park Station to Zeerust (around R300) and TRC can arrange a lift to the Centre for R350. \nFor more general retreat information\, please click here. Or email tararokpacentre@gmail.com.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/take-a-break-retreat-xmas22/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Mindful Movement,Mindfulness,Outdoor,Relaxing,Tara Rokpa Therapy,Walking,Yoga
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