This one-day silent retreat is an opportunity for you to deepen your connection with the boundless qualities of the heart – kindness, joy, compassion, and equanimity – as a foundation for developing insight and freedom. By connecting with and cultivating these heart qualities in an embodied way, a profound sense of nourishment and well-being naturally emerges, leading to deep calm, ease of mind and intimacy with life.

The program will consist of guided meditation practices, walking meditation, relational inquiry, dharma talks and somatic practices.

When: Sunday 18th October 2026
Times: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Where: Bilarong Reserve - 55 Wakehurst Pkwy, North Narrabeen NSW 2101
Cost: $55 + Dana
The course fee covers hall hire and admin costs only.

Additional Cost 'Dana' - In keeping with a 2,500 year old tradition no fee has been charged for the teachings. At the end of the course, you are invited to give a donation (dana) to express your appreciation and to support the teacher to continue her work.

About the Teacher

Renata Malinauskas - Renata Malinauskas is an Insight Meditation teacher with an extensive background in Western Insight, Vajrayana, and non-dual teachings. Drawing on somatic and trauma-informed approaches, including Hakomi, TRE®, and Focusing, she is passionate about exploring the meeting point of psychological transformation and spiritual awakening. Her teaching invites a direct, embodied engagement with the Dharma as a path of presence, inquiry, and unfolding in everyday life. Alongside her teaching, Renata works as a somatic therapist in private practice in Mullumbimby, NSW, and online. https://renatamalinauskas.com

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