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Events and Retreats - 2020
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update Monday 30th November 2020: MIM has been following COVID-19 protocols from the government closely and we want to reiterate their guidance around physical distancing and hygiene practices. Our committee has made the decision to move our weekly sits and retreats to an online platform, Zoom, until the end of 2020. We are excited to be hosting the following events.* * We publicise the details of our retreats, and take bookings, approximately 3 - 4 months prior to each retreat. Stay in touch with details as they are publicised via our regular e-newsletters (subscribe via this website, top right of each page), this website, and our Facebook page. Please Note: retreats may not be suitable for those who have experienced psychosis or who are currently experiencing PTSD, acute depression or anxiety. If in doubt, please seek advice from a psychologist or psychiatrist and speak to our Retreats Manager before booking your place. DECEMBER
"Openness: Exploring Freshness" - Weekend Online Retreat with Jess Huon (assistant teacher Robyn Gibson) Friday 4th December - Sunday 6th December 2020, via Zoom ‘In one day we receive more information now than a person did during their whole life 100 years ago. This last year we’ve seen in clear view the consequences of past neglect; to the environment, and to the inequities that live between us. It’s clear we need smart and innovative action, yet how can we access this openness in mind, and heart - where we are not divided in resentment, upset and self-harassment? How might this inner space free up how we meet what’s before us? In this retreat we’ll be cultivating conditions for the freshness and liveliness that exist beneath the noise. We will discern how to stay alert but not swamped. Poets, prophets and different spiritual traditions have pointed us towards this space, using different means. Here, the possibility of aligning with something potent and transforming in the human experience; something, we could say, more rooted in the beautiful. This space can’t be owned or fenced off, every-one is welcome. This retreat will be grounded in foundational Buddhist practices. Teachings will draw on the facilitators’ direct experience, metta heart practices, and the poetic traditions. Guidance and support will be offered through meditation instructions, relaxation practices, connected movement classes, group interviews and discussions and Dharma talks. How to set up for an online retreat Read our guidelines here before booking your place Cost $70 + dana for Jess's teaching Bookings To book click here Enquiries insightretreats@hotmail.com 2021 Retreats for your diary
Online Day Retreat with Jess Huon 10am - 5pm, Sunday 31st January, via zoom Booking details coming soon In-Person Half Day Retreat with Robyn Gibson 1.30pm - 5pm, Saturday 13th February, Ceres Learning Centre Booking details coming soon 7-day residential silent retreat with Anton Eastick Wednesday 29th March - Wednesday 7th April 2021, Strathbogie Ranges Booking details coming soon THE MIM SUPPORTED PLACE FUND
Our Supported Place fund assists people living with financial difficulty, and who are unable to meet the full costs of a retreat. The fund is financed by donations from other retreat participants, cancellation fees and any MIM surpluses. A Supported Place is granted via an application process. Currently, a Supported Place attracts a 30% discount off the advertised retreat cost (shared room). One or two supported places are available per retreat. If you are keen to attend an MIM retreat but are unable to financially cover the retreat cost, please email Emma on insightretreats@hotmail.com COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS)
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us on melbourneinsightmeditation@gmail.com to discuss them. Our dharma practice is very important during this time to acknowledge our feelings, see clearly and take practical steps, whilst also remaining calm. |
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