Finding True Refuge in Uncertain Times (212R20)

Registration open until the end of the day on November 9th (Pacific Time), unless it fills prior to this time. A waiting list will be created if the retreat fills early.

Retreat Description:
Global pandemic, elections, climate change, racial injustice, economic contraction. Where can we find true refuge in this uncertain time? Join us to explore this question through practicing Buddhist Insight meditation in sitting, walking, eating and mindfulness of daily activities. We will explore the deep well-being possible for us regardless of outer changing and unstable circumstances, and explore what knocks us off our balance.

The retreat community will be online, supported by guided meditations, Dharma talks, time for questions, and smaller group meetings with teachers. There will be a suggested schedule for you to follow at home.

To help settle your mind and heart during retreat, you will be encouraged to simplify your life by letting go of technology and communication (except for participating in the retreat), reading, writing and entertainment. We will explore the five ethical precepts that bring peace to our lives. Please join us!

All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds as space allows. For more information, please email Registration@spiritrock.org.

Retreat Schedule Notes:
All times are Pacific Time. Retreat starts at 4:30 p.m. on Opening Day; ends at 12:00 p.m. on Closing Day.
Bolded lines indicate active teaching sessions where all are encouraged to attend.
Schedule subject to change.

Opening Day Schedule
4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Tech Orientation (Optional)
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – Opening Session

Main Days Schedule (for middle 3 days)
7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. – Guided Sit 
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 – Break
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – Morning Instructions with Q&A
10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. – Moving Meditation (self-guided) or Small Groups (Thu/Fri only)
10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – Guided Sit
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Moving Meditation (self-guided) or Mindful Activity
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Meal Break
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Afternoon Instructions with Q&A
3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. – Moving Meditation (self-guided) or Beginner Practice Support (Wed only)
3:45 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Guided Sit
4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Moving Meditation
5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. – Break
6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Dharma Talk
7:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. – Moving Meditation (self guided) or Mindful Activity
7:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Guided Sit and Chanting

Closing Day Schedule
7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. – Guided Sit
7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – Break
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Closing Session with Q&A