An introduction to the relational meditation practice of Insight Dialogue

Insight Dialogue is a relational meditation practice that brings mindfulness directly into our interaction with others, so that we can speak and listen more skilfully, in ways that reduce interpersonal stress and distress and support us to interact with more ease, happiness, and mutual understanding.

Six guidelines form the core of Insight Dialogue practice: Pause, Relax, Open, Attune to Emergence, Listen Deeply and Speak the Truth. These guidelines are the foundation for bringing meditative qualities of mind to our communication.

In a typical practice session, we begin with a period of silent sitting meditation and are then invited into pairs or larger groups to practice together. Contemplating a range of meaningful topics with our meditation partners, we learn how to engage with each other mindfully and with kindness, so that new and transformative insights can arise.

This workshop is best suited to people with some experience of mindfulness, but previous Insight Dialogue experience is not required.

NOTE: Because the Insight Dialogue guidelines will be taught in sequence and much of the meditation is done in pairs, please plan to arrive on time and stay for the entire day.

Food: Please bring your own lunch. Tea and biscuits will be provided.

Cost: $50 + dāna*

*The registration fee covers only a contribution to room hire, event costs and administration.

In keeping with Buddhist tradition, the teachings are offered on a dāna basis which means the teacher is not paid to offer this workshop. Instead, they rely on the generosity of the participants to help them continue to share their teachings with others, and there will be an opportunity at the end of the workshop to offer donations to support their ongoing teaching.