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Away retreat in Valdres
In our modern fast paced world , faced with the pressures of daily life, it can feel as if we are constantly being pulled in many directions and that we are rarely still.
On this retreat we can taste for ourself the stillness and joy that naturally come when we apply simple but profound methods for developing our inner peace.
Gen Dragpa will guide practical, relaxing and inspiring meditations and will also explain how we can carry our experience of inner peace into our everyday life so that we can maintain our inner relaxation and stillness no matter how busy our external circumstances may be.
Both those with experience as well as those with little or no experience with meditation are very welcome!
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Everyone is welcome
The retreat is suitable for both beginners and people with more experience. You don’t need to identify as Buddhist to join.
The retreat guided in English
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In a busy and active everyday life, it can be difficult to find the peace and quiet that supports the development of a happy and peaceful mind. In order to find balance in life again, some retreat to peaceful and quiet surroundings for a short time to renew their energy and create a supportive environment for inner peace - in short, they go on retreat.
On retreat, we devote time to meditation and reflection. It is a time to become familiar with positive and meaningful thoughts and the deep happiness that comes as a result of this exploration. When we focus our spiritual practice in this way, we begin to discover the natural clarity and spaciousness of the mind. This enables us to easily deepen our meditation practice.
By practicing the systematic meditation exercises found in Buddhism, we develop inner wisdom, a warm and loving mind and the happiness of inner peace. Through these methods we will eventually achieve enlightenment.
In short, retreat gives you the time and space to focus your mind on the happy and joyful states we all long for and experience for yourself the enormous benefits that can be gained from meditation practice. By working with your mind in such perfect conditions, the retreat is an ideal way to elevate your spiritual practice and daily life to a new level.
Why go on retreat?
The benefits of retreat are limitless and can hardly be expressed in words. Through training in concentration, the body and mind will become very supple and flexible, and we will experience a deep inner peace. Since the exercises are motivated by the desire to benefit both ourselves and others, our love grows and we develop loving thoughts for others.
During the retreat we learn to understand our own mind and recognize which states of mind lead to happiness and which lead to suffering. Here we find the strength to overcome negative states of mind and to promote positive states of mind.
When we are on retreat it is a particularly favorable time to receive deep inspiration. If we patiently practice meditation, the mind will gradually become more peaceful, and we will experience a sense of inner peace and contentment.
As the turmoil of distracting thoughts subsides and our thoughts become quiet, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within.
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To help us concentrate on our inner practice we will maintain silence in the mornings until lunch.
“When the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within."
Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, How to Transform Your Life.
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During this retreat there also will be plenty of time to relax, or go for walks in the beautiful Mountains around Valdres.
There will be 5 meditation sessions a day, 4 sessions include an introductory meditation, an short talk and then another guided meditation.
You will return from this retreat relaxed and refreshed and with the tools to keep a calm(er) mind in your daily life. Why not give yourself (and your friends) the present of a peaceful and joyful mind ? -
Gen Kelsang Dragpa is a Dutch Buddhist monk, Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Oslo and NKT-IKBU National Spiritual Director for the Nordic region (Norway/Sweden/Denmark/Finland/Iceland). He is a close disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche- founder of the New Kadampa Tradition.
Gen Dragpa ordained as a Buddhist monk in 1993 and has for over 25 years successfully taught and guided meditations extensively as a Resident Teacher in the Netherlands, France, the United Kingdom, and Norway. Through his study, practice and meditation of modern Kadampa Buddhism over the last thirty years, Gen Dragpa has gained a deep understanding of Buddha's teachings and a down to to earth and practical way of explaining how to integrate Buddha's teachings in our busy modern lives. Gen Dragpa teaches topics relevant to our modern society in a lighthearted manner, and skilfully guides meditations for us to experience a deep feeling of inner peace and contentment. -
There is 1 bedroom with with 150×200 cm bed (for max 2 persons) - sold out,
1 bedroom with 150×200cm + 90×200 (Familie køyseng) - max 3 persons - will be offered as room for two, (but in case 3 friends joining one person can be added for extra cost 3500,-)
2x twin room (separate male & female)
In addition there are 5 extra spaces on this retreat offered without accomodation, you will need to organize your own accomodation and transport from there to the retreat cabin and just join for the sessions and meals.
If there are enough ppl interrested we might be able to rent another cabin and split the price amongs the participants.
For more information contact Virya: admin@meditateinoslo.org or
450 51 928
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Don’t hesitate to contact us:
info@meditateinoslo.org
+ 47 45 05 19 28 -
Time-table
Friday
Supper: 18:00-18:30
Introduction: 19:30-20:30
Saturday-Sunday
Breakfast - 07:00-8:00
Session 1 - 08:00 -08:30
Session 2 - 09:30-10:30
Session 3 - 11:45-12:45
Lunch - 13:00-13:30
Session 4 - 16:30-17:45 (Q&A)
Supper - 18:00-18:30
Session 5 - 19:30-20:30
Monday
Breakfast - 07:00-08:00
Session 1 - 08:00 -08:30
Last session - 09:30-10:30
Cleaning & Packing - 10:30-12:00 Final socializing & Departure - 12:00
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The cabin is very beautiful and modern, places here are limited so please try to book early.
For those who want to join the retreat but prefer to camp or rent their own accomodation nearby there are many places to choose from.
Valdres are is well known for its natural beauty so it is perfect for enjoying nature with relaxing walks.
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Meals and drinks are included. Breakfast and two healthy and nutritious meals are served every day.
All meals are either vegetarian or vegan, with vegan options when there is a vegetarian dinner.
There is also a wheat and dairy free option for those with allergies.
Please state in advance if you require a vegan or wheat-free diet.
Tell us if you have severe allergies.
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Please bring your sleeping bag and beddings, towel and basic toiletries.
More Information is coming. -
To be announced
