| Equanimity is not a practice of dull withdrawal, it's a way that comes alive. One that invites every part of us to transform as it resolves and releases suffering and distress. The path unfolds through the subtle undoing of fabricated experiences; the resolving of confused inattention into wise observation, the releasing of contraction into boundless expansion, and the dissolving of reactive agitation into receptive accommodation. It has been depicted in the texts as a fist opening in the heart-mind that unlocks the peacefulness of all things. Touched yet deeply rooted, pliable yet not distorted, flexible yet reliable, equanimity is radiant ease.
What is a Dana retreat?
Dana means generosity and freely given offering in Pali, the language of the Buddha. Rooted in the beautiful qualities of generosity and giving, this retreat is offered without asking for usual booking fees and rates, honouring the profound interdependence woven into every strand of our existence.
The costs of offering this retreat have already been covered by the kindness and generosity of our retreatants and supporters. At the end of your retreat, there is an opportunity to offer dana (a voluntary contribution) to Gaia House to support others to attend future dana retreats, and to support the teacher(s) leading the retreat and the Gaia House residential community. There is no fee to book; all we ask is for your wholehearted commitment to attend, as not showing up or cancelling last minute may mean someone else misses a chance to join the retreat. |
