Four Foundations of Mindfulness:
A Weekend Meditation Retreat
Instructor:
Richard John
Date & Time Details:
Location:
On-Land: Main Shrine Room, Shambhala Shrine Room
Program Fee:
Generosity Price - $415
Tuition - $330
Room/Meals Fee:
This will be added in during the registration process.
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Heart Gift:
Donation gift to the teacher.
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Contact Us:
Karmê Chöling
(802) 633-2384
info@karmecholing.org
The Buddha taught the four foundations of mindfulness as the essential first meditation practice on the path. Basic to all streams of Buddhism, these methods are essential for developing awareness of one's reality: body, speech, mind and external phenomena.
They are often practiced according to a literal Theravadin approach, but the Vidyadhara taught a subtle version that leads directly to the mahayana and vajrayana. His instructions emphasize the intuitive experience of each foundation. He calls them Mindfulness of Body, Mindfulness of Life, Mindfulness of Effort, and Mindfulness of Mind.
We will practice each foundation in depth during the four main sessions of the weekend--morning and afternoon each day. Most of each day will be in silence, but we will have time for questions and discussion as well.
Heart Gifts
It is customary to offer a monetary Heart Gift to the teacher, whose livelihood is entirely from teaching programs. The gift is completely voluntary according to your inspiration, and there is no suggested amount--any amount is appreciated!
Pricing
Karmê Chöling values its commitment to making programs affordable and available to all who wish to study with us. To support this commitment we provide two program price options.
Generosity Price: $415.00
You're able to help us with this commitment by choosing the "Generosity Price". The money above the basic tuition cost goes into a scholarship fund for those who might not be able to attend a program otherwise.
Tuition: $330.00
This is the price of the program, it does not include housing options or material fees.
Please Note:
Price does not include accommodations, which will be added during the registration process.
Policies
Payment Policies:
Please read the payment policy before proceeding with registration.
Financial Aid:
Karmê Chöling offers full-time student discounts, scholarships and other financial aid.
Program Credit:
If using existing program credit to pay for a program, you must pre-register for this program at least two weeks prior to the program start date by calling the front desk (802-633-2384 x3000). Program credit may not be used to pay for housing or practice materials and may not be used on or after arrival day.
Instructor
An early student of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Richard served as acharya for Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche for 20 years. He has for many years taught meditation programs and Warrior Assemblies in Europe, the Americas, and New Zealand. He completed the first three-year group retreat at Gampo Abbey, and now teaches full time. Richard and his wife Liz reside in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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