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 13th October
Times: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Where: Bilarong Reserve - 55 Wakehurst Pkwy, North Narrabeen NSW 2101
Cost: $50 + 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 has devoted over 15 years to the study and practice of Buddha Dharma, starting with the Tibetan tradition and later exploring Vipassana and Western Insight. She co-founded and leads the Still Water Insight Group in Sydney's Northern Beaches and is an active committee member of the Insight Meditation Institute. Renata has a deep interest in the relationship between Buddhism and Psychotherapy, focusing on their mutual benefits in awakening, healing and personal growth. She is a certified Mindfulness and Compassion Teacher and works full-time as a Body-Centred Therapist in her private practice in Newport, NSW. www.renatamalinauskas.com

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