This talk also includes Brad Richecouer

Arriving on retreat, settling in and becoming more connected and grounded. Exploring sleepiness and restlessness.

An exploration of the Buddha's Four Noble Truths, giving the meditation practice a context and intention. the relationship between dukkha, clinging and liberation is discussed.

Exploring how we can wake up in relationship with the life of body, heart and mind, cultivating a friendly and steady awareness to what is.

A deconstruction of the conditions that give rise to clinging and dukkha, and an exploration of how the three characteristics become gateways for liberation.