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Events and Retreats - 2018
We are excited to be hosting the following events.* * Note that we publicise the details of our multi-day annual 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 - https://www.facebook.com/melbourneinsightmeditation.org/ * Please note that our retreats book out quickly, so do register early. We are unable to take bookings or expressions of interest prior to notification. * We are involved in supporting scientific research into the effects of meditation. If you'd like to be involved our current projects are detailed at the bottom of this page. OCTOBER
"Open Heart, Open Mind" - Annual seven day silent meditation retreat with Carol Perry & Angela McGee Friday 19th October - Friday 26th October 2018, Kallara, Strathbogie Ranges This is the retreat that inspired the formation of Melbourne Insight Meditation. The retreat is based around daily sitting, walking and standing meditation periods, meditation instruction, optional yoga asana (to assist in sitting), private and group interviews, inquiry sessions with teachers, dharma talks, and mindfulness work periods. There is also free time, each day, for rest. Carol Perry has 40 years experience in the Insight tradition. She is a senior teacher with Melbourne Insight Meditation. In 1972 Carol co-founded a rural community where she continues to live and grow. Carol is a long time social activist on ecological and social justice issues and is passionate about supporting cohesive and harmonious community in all its forms. She is a Hakomi Therapist with a private practice in Lismore, NSW and teaches Communicating Mindfully workshops for the sangha and social activists. Angela McGee is a Dharma teacher in the tradition of Insight Meditation. She teaches regularly with Melbourne Insight Meditation and teaches retreats in Australia and Bali. Angela has also taught Yoga for 25 years in the tradition of Krishnamacharya. Venue Kallara Conference Centre, Boho South, Strathbogie Ranges, Victoria Retreat fees $660 + dana for Carol's & Angela's teaching Registrations & enquiries Important Retreat Information and Cancellation Policy - please read this before making a booking or an inquiry. Registrations are essential - spaces are limited Click here to book the retreat Download flyer If you have any questions contact Emma - insightretreats@hotmail.com "Warmth & Awareness" - One day meditation retreat with Anton Eastick Sunday 28th October, 10am-5pm, Carlton North There's two general themes of a human-beingness that we work with in Insight meditation; warmth and wakefulness. Warmth is about being out there and open to people and ourselves. From Ron Kurtz.... "Warmth can be limited by too much self-interest or self-focus. Wakefulness is about pace. It's hard to be wakeful when you're reactive. If you have to shut out everything else because because you have certain goals you're trying to get to and you're moving at a pace that doesn't leave room to stop, feel, connect with yourself and others, maybe kneel down and look a child in the eye, then you're not awake." This day is suitable for beginners and experienced meditators. There will be guided meditations, Q & A explorations around warmth and pace. Venue E-Vam Institute, 673 Lygon St, Carlton North Retreat fees $60 + dana for Anton's teaching Registrations & enquiries www.thedharmapath.com.au NOVEMBER
"Stillness & Silence" - an afternoon of meditation with Angela McGee Saturday 10th November, 1.00pm-5.30pm, CERES Learning Centre Meditation teacher Angela McGee will lead an afternoon of meditation practice at Ceres on Saturday November 10th. This event offers a space of shared quiet and reflection to deeply rest in stillness and silence. This is an ideal opportunity for you to explore a Dharma practice, whether you are new to meditation or you are wishing to deepen your understanding. Stillness and silence are profound experiences that allow for our body, mind and hearts to open and deeply connect with ourselves and the world around us. The afternoon will include guided sitting meditations, walking meditation, a dharma talk and an opportunity for questions. Venue The Learning Centre, CERES Environmental Park, East Brunswick Cost $40 + dana for Angela's teaching Bookings To book your place click here An evening with James Baraz Friday 16th November, 7.30pm-9pm, Carlton North For bookings and information about this retreat contact Anton at The Dharma Path Awakening Joy - One day meditation retreat with James and Jane Baraz Saturday 17th November Don Bosco Retreat Centre Lysterfield For bookings and information about this retreat contact Anton at The Dharma Path Equinimity: Finding Balance in our Practice - One day meditation retreat with James and Jane Baraz Sunday 18th November Don Bosco Retreat Centre Lysterfield For bookings and information about this retreat contact Anton at The Dharma Path "Connecting Heart & Mind" - Seven day silent meditation retreat with James and Jane Baraz Friday 23rd November - Friday 30th November 2018, Maitripa Centre, Healsville For bookings and information about this retreat contact Anton at The Dharma Path DECEMBER One day urban retreat with Jess Huon Saturday 16th December, Abbotsford Convent More details to follow shortly. RESEARCH PROJECTS
Would you like to participate in a Research Study? MIM is currently supporting two research studies on the effect of meditation on the brain. If you'd like to be involved please contact the Researchers directly. The University of Melbourne A research team from the Melbourne School of Psychological Science is conducting a study investigating the characteristics of individuals who are engaging in intensive contemplative practice. Participation involves completing an online questionnaire, before and after you go into a silent retreat. By participating in this research, you will go in the draw to win one of two $100 Coles-Myers gift vouchers. You will also be contributing to the scientific knowledge of contemplative practice. If you would like to learn more about the study, contact Dr Nicholas Van Dam |
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