Retreat cost: $40 registration fee, which covers the rental and credit card fees.
There will be an opportunity to offer dana* to the teacher at the end of the retreat.
Teacher: Janka Livoncova
Registration link:
https://chattanoogainsight.com/programs/daylong-retreats/#!event/2025/12/6/the-wisdom-of-slowing-down-resting-a-daylong-meditation-retreat
Dreaming the Real by Linda France
I’m lying down looking at the colour
of sky falling through trees, dreaming
the real, tasting what it feels like to love it.
Why did it take me so long to let go, simply
exhale, so the day could breathe itself in
and open without me standing in the way?
How could I forget the grace of my own body
strong as this blue, tender as the white
of the wild blossom, warm as midday light?
Let me practice a patience bold enough
to hold every weather, trusting the elements,
the beauty of rain, all it shades of grey.
I want whatever’s real to be enough. At least
it’s a place to begin. And to master the art
of loving it; feel it love me back under my skin
This retreat will focus on cultivation of Patience (Khanti Parami). When we are feeling overwhelmed with busyness, reactivity and a sense of urgency—slowing down and resting becomes a wise and compassionate response. Patience protects heart&mind (citta) from getting carried away with anger, restlessness and fear, quieting anxiety and inviting heart&mind (citta) back into balance so that we may respond rather than react to life.
The retreat will be held in noble silence and will include alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation, mindful movement, instructions, and reflections, with a mid-day lunch break to practice mindful eating. The schedule will also include an optional discussion period to reflect on how to skillfully apply the wisdom of the practice in our daily life.
We will be gathering at the Yoga House at Rising Fawn Gardens, Georgia. This beautiful 600-acre farm is nestled between the natural boundaries of Lookout Creek and the western slope of Lookout Mountain.
Bring your lunch and any appropriate props you will need for your sitting meditation practice. Rising Fawn Gardens has chairs, large bolsters and blankets. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for walking outside.
While the retreat is open to practitioners of all levels, some prior meditation experience is recommended.
*Dana or generosity, the practice of giving and receiving, is the heart and foundation of the Buddhist path. The Buddha taught generosity as a means of liberating our hearts, transforming clinging and encouraging non-attachment. Janka is dedicated to offering the teachings, and her guidance freely. What this means is that she receives no compensation for teaching retreats and relies instead on the generosity of retreat participants.
There are work-study scholarships available for those in need. Please contact us to inquire or if you have any questions about the retreat.
Cancellation Policy: CIMC has a no refund policy. If extenuating circumstances prevent you from being present, please contact us in advance of the retreat and we will transfer your $40 credit toward any of our future retreats.
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