The Nature Inside: A Women's Daylong on the Four Elements (MG1D24)

This program is full and no longer accepting registrations. We are not accepting folks on the waitlist. Please read Important Notes below.*

Daylong to be held on the land only!

Open to Self-identified Women

Description:
The Buddha gave ample instruction on how to cultivate mindfulness using the body, and one of the methods he taught was the use of the four elements: Fire, Earth, Air, and Water. The characteristics of these elements run through all of us, reminding us of our connection to the greater world of nature. They also offer Dharmic teachings on impermanence and anatta (not self). For some women, bringing mindfulness to the body is not easy.

There may be a negative relationship between the body and how it looks, how it’s aging, and how it’s perceived by others. The four elements practice offers opportunities for healing and a new perspective. Throughout this meditation daylong for self-identified women, our schedule will flow between sitting and movement meditation, guidance, and silence. Join in community for a connective, welcoming, and restorative retreat.

*Important Notes:
On-Land Attendance

• The on-land day program will take place in the Community Meditation Center in the Great Hall.
• Bring a sack lunch and a water bottle. Lunch will not be provided.
• This is NOT a residential retreat. Overnight accommodations are not provided.

COVID Safety Protocols for CMC Programs

• Vaccination + Booster (effective June 5, 2023): Not required; vaccination + booster (at least 1) strongly encouraged.
• Proof of Negative COVID Test (effective June 5, 2023): Not required; same-day COVID testing strongly encouraged.
• Masking: Optional, not required (since January 2023). If choosing to mask, masking type is your personal choice. Be sure to bring your own mask with you.
• PLEASE READ – Details on our current COVID-19 Safety Protocols for in-person Programs.

On-Land Sliding Scale Rates: Our sliding scale options for this program include financial support for the teacher. Please consider paying at the highest rate that you can afford.

Benefactor – $310
Sustainer – $235
Basic – $140
Scholarship Rate (BIPOC, M/K) – $70

Volunteer/Work Exchange opportunities, which include full or partial scholarships, may be available for in-person programs. For more information, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteering@spiritrock.org.

Cancellation Policy for On-Land Day Programs:

• NO REFUNDS.
• Open Credit or Donation to Spirit Rock = cancel 2 or more business days prior to program (Pacific Time)
• No Open Credit = cancel less than 2 business days prior