04/11/2019 “Happiness and the Arising of Samādhi” with Meg Gawler

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Happiness (sukha in Pali) is the proximate cause for samādhi (collectedness, concentration). It is also traditionally taught as one of the factors of absorption (jhana). On this evening, Meg will explore the various meanings of happiness in a Buddhist context and the role it plays in our practice of meditative awareness.

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Retreat with Heather Sundberg in June

Currently there are two open spots in this upcoming retreat.

Summer MahaSati Wisdom Awareness Retreat, June 2-9 (7 nights), Sponsored by Mt. Stream Meditation

23 Experienced Practitioners led by Heather Sundberg
Pre-requisite: 14 nights of prior insight meditation retreat
Held at the beautiful Harmony Ridge Lodge, in Nevada City, CA

Exploring the teachings & practices of MahaSati Wisdom Awareness, embodiment, concentration, energy & the brahma viharas. Optional daily Qi Gong. Individual check ins about practice 2-3x during the retreat. Delicious vegetarian food.

Cost: Sliding Scale $815-915, Plus Teacher & Staff Sliding Scale Donation
Contact: Registrar Marcia at Marcia@mtstream.org

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Morning Meditation

All are welcome to this open sitting for anyone interested in starting their morning out by sitting with others. The session is a 60 minute sitting hosted by a SIM Community Member. There’s a limited amount of meditation guidance, and a few comments at the end of the sitting to set a theme for moving into the world and your daily activities. daily activities.

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Morning Meditation

All are welcome to this open sitting for anyone interested in starting their morning out by sitting with others. The session is a 60 minute sitting hosted by a SIM Community Member. There’s a limited amount of meditation guidance, and a few comments at the end of the sitting to set a theme for moving into the world and your daily activities. daily activities.

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Morning Meditation

All are welcome to this open sitting for anyone interested in starting their morning out by sitting with others. The session is a 60 minute sitting hosted by a SIM Community Member. There’s a limited amount of meditation guidance, and a few comments at the end of the sitting to set a theme for moving into the world and your daily activities. daily activities.

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Morning Meditation

All are welcome to this open sitting for anyone interested in starting their morning out by sitting with others. The session is a 60 minute sitting hosted by a SIM Community Member. There’s a limited amount of meditation guidance, and a few comments at the end of the sitting to set a theme for moving into the world and your daily activities. daily activities.

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Morning Meditation

All are welcome to this open sitting for anyone interested in starting their morning out by sitting with others. The session is a 60 minute sitting hosted by a SIM Community Member. There’s a limited amount of meditation guidance, and a few comments at the end of the sitting to set a theme for moving into the world and your daily activities. daily activities.

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Morning Meditation

All are welcome to this open sitting for anyone interested in starting their morning out by sitting with others. The session is a 60 minute sitting hosted by a SIM Community Member. There’s a limited amount of meditation guidance, and a few comments at the end of the sitting to set a theme for moving into the world and your daily activities. daily activities.

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Morning Meditation

All are welcome to this open sitting for anyone interested in starting their morning out by sitting with others. The session is a 60 minute sitting hosted by a SIM Community Member. There’s a limited amount of meditation guidance, and a few comments at the end of the sitting to set a theme for moving into the world and your daily activities. daily activities.

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Morning Meditation

All are welcome to this open sitting for anyone interested in starting their morning out by sitting with others. The session is a 60 minute sitting hosted by a SIM Community Member. There’s a limited amount of meditation guidance, and a few comments at the end of the sitting to set a theme for moving into the world and your daily activities. daily activities.

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