Overview
During this day retreat, co-organised by the CCN and Samadhi, we will explore the cultivation of the heart and mind through the practices of the Four Immeasurables.
At a time when there is so much division, isolation and separateness, it’s more important than ever to enhance our emotional connection with others. These four practices – loving-kindness, compassion, empathetic joy and equanimity – open the heart and bring joy into our lives, countering any imbalances in the way we view ourselves, and deepening and healing our relationships with others.
The benefits of these attitudes are very powerful and special – as soon as we generate an attitude of loving-kindness, we start feeling more calm and peaceful, and naturally share this feeling with other beings. With regular practice, we can notice our empathy and love grow, resulting in a more joyful and fulfilling life through our connection with others.
These practices are accessible to anyone seeking inner transformation—whether Buddhist or not.
"The cultivation of loving kindness is ideally suited for the bustling world we live in. It generates a quality of mind that wishes for the well-being of others, and at the same time it profoundly enhances our ability to attain well-being in our own lives. Instead of focusing on a poised state of mental peace, it is a discursive meditation that penetrates deeper into the root causes of our dissatisfactions and transforms them. It offers us a way to understand the distortions of the mind, and a way to defuse these distortions by means of an attitude of loving kindness that springs from the essential purity of our minds." - B. Alan Wallace
What We'll Explore
- Explore the transformational practices of the Four Immeasurables - loving-kindness, compassion, empathetic joy and equanimity
- Learn techniques that help you connect with others and overcome feelings of isolation.
- Engage in meditations that open the heart and promote inner and outer harmony.
- Learn how to increase understanding and empathy towards those who challenge us.
- Share and learn with like-minded friends in group discussions.
Lunch
During the lunch break, you are welcome to head out or bring your own lunch to eat with the group. This can be a great time to share and discuss with others. David has requested that we eat a plant-based lunch, or at least vegetarian if this is not possible for you. Especially given this day is about cultivating qualities of the heart – our abstaining from meat and dairy is an expression of non-harm and compassion for all beings – taking into account the welfare of our planet and fellow inhabitants.
Booking & Donations
There are limited in-person places available for this day retreat. We will also be live-streaming and recording the teachings on Zoom.
Please book your place using the form at the bottom of this page.
At the CCN, we embrace a sliding scale policy for our event fees, guided by the Buddhist principle of generosity and inclusivity. We suggest donations to help cover event costs and support our ongoing activities, for the benefit of all. However, we firmly believe that financial constraints should never be a barrier to participation. If the suggested amount is beyond your means, please contribute what you can — every offering helps us sustain and continue providing our events and courses for the collective good.
Time & Location
- Sunday, June 9th, 2024 • 10.00am-3.30pm
- Online via Zoom
- Jamyang London Buddhist Centre, The Old Courthouse, 43 Renfrew Rd, London SE11 4NA
The Teacher
David Oromith is the Operations Officer for the CCN, as well as co-founder of Samadhi. He is a Buddhist contemplative and meditation guide with a background in mental health services. Having practised meditation since the age of 18, his journey into Buddhism began through personal struggles with depression and anxiety, leading him to the Buddha’s teachings.
David has studied under various teachers, with Lama Alan as his root guru, and is influenced by Tibetan Buddhism among other traditions, recognising the value and benefit of multiple points-of-view. He focuses on meditation training and core, practical Buddhist principles in his teachings. He is the author of the book A Practical Guide to Mindful Living and leads several retreats across the UK every year, as well as teaching online and in person across South Wales.
David’s engaging style is clear, practical, and relatable, hoping to make ancient practices applicable to modern life. He envisions and works towards the establishment of the Samadhi Eco Retreat Centre as a community for spiritual development.
Schedule
Hourly Schedule
Day Retreat
- 10.00am - 11.15am
- Session 1
- Talk & Meditation
- 11.15am - 11.45am
- Break
- 11.45am - 1.00pm
- Session 2
- Talk & Meditation
- 1.00pm - 2.00pm
- Lunch
- 2.00pm - 3:30pm
- Session 3
- Talk, Meditation & Discussion
Location
Jamyang London Buddhist Centre, The Old Courthouse, 43 Renfrew Rd, London SE11 4NA
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