Spiritual programme
Introductory
To Monday 27 January 2025
5-day course
We can change our partners, change our looks and change our homes to give us a sense of starting afresh and welcoming new experiences into our lives. Unfortunately, because these changes are external, they often lead to similar discontentment somewhere down the line, and renewed efforts to find something else to satisfy our desires.
In this 5-day course, we will consider how changing mental and emotional habits and tendencies can transform our lives and fulfil us in a way that does not rely on the volatile and uncertain circumstances of our lives, but continues to deepen and fulfil us as we draw on our inner strength and unique personal reservoirs of wellbeing.
Concepts covered
- The nature of the mind
- Using mindful awareness in our everyday lives
- Transforming problems into opportunities for self-development
- Emotional resilience.
Teacher
Ondy Willson has been a Dharma practitioner since 1980 and has served as an FPMT Touring Teacher since 2007. Find out more on our visiting teachers page.
Schedule
| Wed 22 Jan | |
| 4:30 pm | Introduction to the centre by Spiritual Programme Coordinator (SPC) |
| 5:00 pm | Introduction to the course with Ondy |
| 6:00 pm | Dinner |
| Thu 23 | Sun 26 Jan |
| 6:45 am | Morning meditation |
| 7:30 am | Breakfast |
| 9:00 am | Session with Ondy (with tea break) |
| Noon | Lunch |
| 2:30 pm | Discussion groups |
| 3:30 pm | Break |
| 4:00 pm | Session with Ondy (including Q & A) |
| 6:00 pm | Dinner |
| 7:00 pm | Meditation |
| Mon 27 Jan | |
| 6:45 am | Morning meditation |
| 7:30 am | Breakfast |
| 9:00 am | Last session with Ondy (with tea break) |
| Noon | Farewell lunch |
Course / retreat discipline We welcome your application to participate in our Spiritual Programme. We now offer all Dharma events without charge, however we do require bookings for planning purposes. To make the most of the opportunity, we suggest the following: Settle all outside communication before you begin your course or retreat. Telling friends and family that you will be out of contact for the duration will significantly help to reduce distractions. Likewise, settling your travel arrangements, etc. before you come to Root Institute is highly advisable. To maintain a healthy, calm, clear mind, observing silence will bring conducive mental space. Practicing Dharma is a source of happiness; enjoy each step along the way! Thank you for your interest in Root Institute's Spiritual Programme. We'll do our best to support you!
