Dancing with Life: The Twelve Insight Practices of the Four Noble Truths (DD1M22)

Registration is open until 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) on July 28, 2022. A waiting list will be created if it fills early. A recording* will be available following the program in approximately 10 days.

Description:
The Four Noble Truths are the Buddha’s first teaching, said to contain a summary of all of his teachings. Based on one of the oldest Theravāda texts, there is a rarely taught practice of utilizing the Four Noble Truths to attain twelve insights that bring freedom and well-being. These insights prescribe a radically different way for us, with all of our vulnerability and fear, to engage with life just as it is and to find joy even in the midst of suffering.

In this four day silent retreat, we will explore each of the Four Noble Truths in depth and learn how we can apply the insights of this teaching to our daily lives. The goal of this retreat is to discover how the Four Noble Truths become the Four “Ennobling” Truths. Each day will have periods of sitting and walking meditation along with Dharma talks, discussion, and Q&A.

Tentative Schedule: (Subject to change)

• 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Morning Session
• 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Lunch
• 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Afternoon Session

*Recording Note: If you would like access to the recording, you must register by the deadline above. You will have ~90 days from the original program date to view the recording of this program.