

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Clarity of Mind Retreat
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Develop basic techniques to connect with an experience of true inner peace by reducing overstimulation from our daily lives.About this EventWe all have the potential for deep peace within. Buddhist teachings present a step-by-step method for developing a meditative concentration capable of producing a peaceful mind that is able to transform even the most challenging of external circumstances.Gaining even a little insight of the nature and clarity of our mind will profoundly change our understanding of everything around us and within us. In turn, we will learn how to protect ourselves from suffering, sickness, fears and dangers, while deepening our experience of inner peace.In this special day-long retreat, we will have the opportunity to familiarize ourselves with the practice of silence, contemplation and meditation. We will learn meditation techniques to improve our day to day life, and enjoy silence until we break for a community lunch. We also have the option to take a nature walk at the serene Thatcher Woods in River Forest.All sessions include a brief teaching and guided meditation and time for question and answer in the last session. The program is suitable for beginners and those with some experience of Kadampa Buddhism.Everyone is welcome!What is a retreat?In meditation retreat, we take a break from our normal busyness to gain experience of a particular meditation practice.In a retreat, we have the opportunity to gain deeper concentration by letting go of our usual busyness, preoccupations and worries, to experience a spacious and life-enhancing perspective.Even with poor concentration, we are generally more peaceful, relaxed, and happy on retreat than in our ordinary fast-paced, externalized lives.Whether you’re a beginner or simply want to enjoy retreat in ideal conditions, every aspect of these retreats are structured to help you refresh your mind through meditation. During the breaks enjoy meaningful conversation and the beauty and tranquility of Thatcher Woods.Make it a Digital Detox Day:Are you feeling over-stimulated by the modern world and your phone is rarely out of your hand? Are you losing time to tech-based distraction? Is your phone draining you of energy to live with clarity and focus? Instead of sinking into habitual distraction, now is the time to take back control of our mind. Consider leaving your phone in your car and taking a break.Retreat Sessions:Sessions run between 60 and 90 minutes. The sessions combine practical instruction and guided meditation that will allow you to:* connect with an experience of true inner peace* develop basic techniques that can help you to create a consistent habit of meditation* leave with practical inner tools to apply what you have learned to your daily lifeDuring the meditation breaks:Between retreat sessions take time to relax and carry your experience of peace, enjoy the tranquility of the grounds and connect and discuss with like-minded people.Registration:You must register in advance for this event. Price includes refreshments and vegetarian lunch.Agenda🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMGuided Retreat Session #1 (in silence)🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMCoffee and tea break🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PMGuided Retreat Session #2 (in silence)🕑: 12:30 PM - 02:30 PMVegetarian lunch provided, community and nature walk🕑: 02:30 PM - 04:00 PMSession #3 with Q&amp;A
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- **Event Categories**: health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 71.21, max: 71.21, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: River Forest
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Thatcher Woods Pavilion
- **lat**: 41.89724510000001
- **long**: -87.8296579
- **full address**: Thatcher Woods Pavilion, 8030 Chicago Avenue, River Forest, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago (https://allevents.in/org/kadampa-meditation-center-chicago/22864338)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thatcher Woods Pavilion, 8030 Chicago Avenue, River Forest, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 71.21 up to 71.21 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** health-wellness
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Clarity of Mind Retreat ?
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