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Retreat Dharma Talks

Awakening in Motion and Stillness

One way of viewing meditation practice is as a gradual ripening and balancing of qualities of the mind known as the seven awakening factors: mindfulness, discernment, energy, joy, tranquillity, concentration and equanimity. Qigong – the craft of working with the energy of the body as well as the mind – is an excellent support for traditional Insight Meditation practice and lends itself beautifully to the evoking of these particular qualities. Using both movement and stillness we will see how we can relate skilfully to the obstacles we encounter and develop the awakening factors - a trustworthy and onward-leading presence in our lives.
Note: Qigong is traditionally done standing but exercises can also be done seated, as required.

2025-02-18 (6 days) Gaia House

  
2025-02-19 Posture Ideas; Guided Meditation - Breath, Energy & Exploration 50:28
Nathan Glyde
2025-02-19 Dharma Talk - Mindful Investigation of Energy Imbalances 45:19
Nathan Glyde
2025-02-20 Instructions - Playful Effort 46:04
Nathan Glyde
2025-02-21 Ideas for Self Guided Practice; Guided Meditation - Radiant Goodwill (Metta) 39:58
Nathan Glyde
2025-02-21 Dharma Talk - Gathered in Boundless Wellbeing 45:08
Nathan Glyde
2025-02-22 Instructions - Awareness Unbound, Preference Released 48:30
Nathan Glyde
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