Teachers
Dana DePalma, Ying Chen, Alex Haley
Location
Online
Prerequisite
One weeklong (5+ nights) online or in-person Knowing Capacities (Nine Bodies) retreat or on-demand course, or one weeklong Naturally Arising Clarity retreat
Description
Flexible Practice Intensives pair two things: an invitation to practice with real intention and continuity over 9 days, and the flexibility to do so in whatever way your life allows. Each day includes guided meditations, optional drop-in practice support meetings, and silent morning meditations and silent evening Candlelight meditations. You may engage with all of it, or you may engage with what you can. Everything is recorded and available. The Dharma Ground Temple Hall (online) is always open for silent practice in community.
This Flexible Practice Intensive is timed to begin immediately following “Purification of the Motive: An Experienced Students Retreat," to flow with the momentum of the retreat. However, enrollment is open regardless of whether or not you are able to attend the retreat. All members of our community (who meet the prerequisite) who feel drawn to this flexible intensive form are warmly welcome to join us.
The guided meditations will include the Arriving Sequence, Knowing Capacities (Nine Bodies), short teachings, and poetry. The teachers will follow the inspiration that arises from practicing together in a free flowing way.
Schedule:
Model of Mutual Support
This program is offered in the Buddhist tradition of dāna, which means freely giving. When you register, you will see donation options ranging from $75 - $750. However, you are welcome to offer any amount you wish below or above this range. Finances need not be a barrier to participation. Any offering is gratefully accepted, tax-deductible, and supports both the teachers and Dharma Ground.