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SUMMARY:Space, with Bonni Ross
DESCRIPTION:The final retreat offering in this series being offered by Bonni requires a good skill-set and subtle perception.\nThe first part will look at some traditional methods for accessing the experience of space/consciousness/emptiness.\nBuilding on these discoveries, in the second part we will investigate formation of group consciousness as the platform for opening to infinite potential.\nYou may attend just Part 1, or Parts 1 & 2 together. It’s not possible to attend Part 2 only.\nSPACE\nPart 1: April 19 to May 3, 2024\nOpen to Experienced Meditators\n(please dialogue with the Course Manager if you are not sure this is you)\nBasic Buddhadharma offers focussed exploration of bounded space in the kasina practices of the five elements and boundless space in the cultivation of the arupa ayatanas. Wikipedia offers very clear guidance about where these practices fit in to the classical 40 meditations taught by Sakyamuni Buddha if these terms are not clear to you.\nMahayana practices explore the union of form and emptiness (for example, in The Heart Sutra) as well as introducing the concept of Dhyani Buddhas, which are also central to Vajrayana understanding.\nOur exploration will evolve according to the skill development and confidence of those attending.\nPart 2: May 3 to May 17, 2024\nThe pre-requisite for attendance is attending Part 1\n“The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.”\nThe Western Mysteries tradition offers Star Group Meditation for healing, exploration of space/consciousness and the development of group mind.\nThis practice will be explored in groups of five, as well as with the whole practice community. Maximum attendance: 15.\nAbout Bonni Ross\nBonni Ross has taught extensively at the Wangapeka over the last 30 years and is a deeply respected ‘Centre Elder’. She guides individuals in developing focused and skillful meditation and leads retreats for depth unfoldment.\nBonni began exploring the teachings of liberation in the early sixties. In the mid 70’s she met her principal teacher, Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche, whose direct, eclectic teaching and example are central to her life. Bonni teaches from a deep wealth of meditative experience. She communicates with sensitivity, creativity and humour in a way that resonates with each individual present.\nCosts\nCosts includes accommodation in a single room, meals, cooks fee and resource fee. It does not include dana to the teacher.\nCosts are listed in two parts. The first costs are for those retreatants attending Part 1 only. The second costs are for those attending Parts 1 & 2 together.\nPart 1 – 14 days food, accomodation, cook’s fee, and a resource fee.\nWangapeka Member $1241\nNon-member $1381\nMember Camping $989\nNon-member camping $1031\nPart 1 & 2 together – 28 days food, accomodation, cook’s fee, and a resource fee.\nWangapeka Member $2462\nNon-member $2742\nMember Camping $1958\nNon-member camping $2042\nRegistration\nWhen registering for this retreat, select EITHER Part 1 OR Parts 1&2 on the Registration Form.\nFor questions please contact the Course Manager Graham Sandlant graham.ento@gmail.com\nTo register please fill out our online registration form\nRegister now\nIf using Paypal please add 5% of the total cost and include with your payment to cover Paypal’s fees.\nPlease consider becoming a Wangapeka member – click here for details.\n
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