The Practice of Letting Go with James Baraz
Schedule
Sat Sep 21 2024 at 10:00 am to 05:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
3111 Wissemann Drive,Sacramento,95826,US | Sacramento, CA
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During this day, which includes periods of silent sitting and walking meditation, we will explore the theme of how renunciation is related tThis Retreat
James will teach this retreat in person in Sacramento.
This Retreat
Just what does the phrase "let go" mean? Renunciation (nekkhama in Pali), one of the ten perfections, is often thought of as sacrifice, as something we should do because it's "good for us" though not particularly uplifting. Actually, the Buddha spoke of this quality as leading to true contentment and happiness.
During this day, which includes periods of silent sitting and walking meditation, we will explore the theme of how renunciation is related to joy. We will discuss
-what letting go means
-how letting go leads to simplicity and balance
-how letting go manifests as the perfection of generosity.Practices will be offered to work with letting go in our daily life.
Registration
We offer this program on a sliding scale of $30 - $150, which includes a donation for the teacher. However, we turn no one away for lack of funds. We have a sliding-scale option for individuals who pay below our registration range.
Note: if you need a full scholarship, contact the coordinator, Helen, at [email protected] or for other questions.
Our Teacher
James Baraz has been teaching meditation since 1978. He is a founding teacher of Spirit Rock Meditation Center. In addition, he is a guiding teacher for One Earth Sangha, a Virtual EcoDharma Center. He is the author of Awakening Joy: 10 Steps to Happiness and and the Awakening Joy course since 2003. To read more about James, visit his biography here on the Awakening Joy website.
This Retreat
Please bring a bag lunch, your cushion (if you have one), a covered container for water, and masks as needed to protect yourself. SBMG will provide hot water and tea as well as cushions and chairs, and additional cash if you want to give James more dana on the day of the event.
Sacramento Buddhist Meditation Group is a 501(c)(3).
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Where is it happening?
3111 Wissemann Drive,Sacramento,95826,US, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
