Basic Simplicity
Meditation & The Four Noble Truths
Exploring Meditation & The Four Noble Truths
Why do we meditate? People come to meditation for many reasons, but often it begins with a simple desire—to find some relief from the constant noise of daily life, to slow down, and to meet challenges with greater clarity and ease. Some might even say they come to meditation to alleviate the deeper suffering that can be part of being human.
According to the Buddha we do suffer. The uneasiness we experience as human beings comes from a basic misunderstanding about the nature of reality. Meditation gives us a way to look more closely at our experience and gradually see through that confusion. As the mind settles, we begin to recognize a deeper clarity and stability that has been there all along. To support this process, portions of the retreat will be held in silence, creating a spacious and supportive environment for the mind and heart to truly rest.
Throughout the weekend, we will also explore the foundational Buddhist teaching of the Four Noble Truths. These teachings point directly to the human experience: why suffering arises, where it comes from, the possibility of freedom from it, and the path that leads toward that freedom.
Join us for a weekend of meditation practice and teachings on the heart of basic Buddhism, set amidst the emerging beauty of May in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. It is an opportunity to step away from the busyness of everyday life, reconnect with your own natural clarity, and return home with a deeper sense of steadiness and confidence that can continue to support you long after the retreat ends.
Mindful & Contemplative Activities
During the retreat
- Silence and functional speech will be observed during the retreat
- Sitting Meditation: The basic sitting meditation practice of shamatha ("peaceful abiding")
- Walking Meditation: Mindful walking is incorporated into the daily practice sessions
- Individual Meditation Instruction: Each person receives guidance and support from an experienced Meditation Instructor. Questions and issues about your individual practice can be addressed during these meetings.
- Contemplative Exercise
- Talks and Discussion
- Open time
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: $295.00
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: $245.00
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
Janet Romaine is a Buddhist teacher and meditation instructor, who has been teaching Shambhala Training since 1980. She is a now-retired professor of business at Saint Anselm College. She lives in St. Johnsbury, VT.
Instructor:
Janet Romaine
Date & Time Details:
Location:
On-Land
Program Fee:
Generosity Price - $295
Tuition - $245
Room/Meals Fee:
This will be added in during the registration process.
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Wellness Update:
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Getting to Karmê Chöling:
Contact Us:
Karmê Chöling
(802) 633-2384
info@karmecholing.org
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