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Quiet, interfaith Sunday morning gatherings for contemplative silent practice and reflective sharing at Quietude in Black Mountain. Participants learn and exchange spiritual and religious practices in a welcoming, beginner friendly community setting.
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Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.

Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.
Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.

Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.

Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.
Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.

Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.

Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.
Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.

Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.

Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.
Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.

Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.
Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.

Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.
Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.

Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.

Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.
Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.

Calm Presbyterian Sunday worship held weekly at Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church in Swannanoa, offering communal prayer and scripture in a small church setting for local congregants and visitors.

Calm Presbyterian Sunday worship held weekly at Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church in Swannanoa, offering communal prayer and scripture in a small church setting for local congregants and visitors.
Calm Presbyterian Sunday worship held weekly at Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church in Swannanoa, offering communal prayer and scripture in a small church setting for local congregants and visitors.

Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.

Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.
Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.

Uplifting Science of Mind Celebration blending inspirational teaching, communal reflection, and gentle ritual every Sunday at 11:00 AM at Center for Spiritual Living Asheville. Welcoming practitioners and newcomers seeking practical spirituality and community.

Uplifting Science of Mind Celebration blending inspirational teaching, communal reflection, and gentle ritual every Sunday at 11:00 AM at Center for Spiritual Living Asheville. Welcoming practitioners and newcomers seeking practical spirituality and community.
Uplifting Science of Mind Celebration blending inspirational teaching, communal reflection, and gentle ritual every Sunday at 11:00 AM at Center for Spiritual Living Asheville. Welcoming practitioners and newcomers seeking practical spirituality and community.

Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.

Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.
Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.

Slow, contemplative art making guided by prompts to feed the spirit, rest the body, and quiet the mind in a biweekly online morning session for creative reflection and gentle self inquiry.

Slow, contemplative art making guided by prompts to feed the spirit, rest the body, and quiet the mind in a biweekly online morning session for creative reflection and gentle self inquiry.
Slow, contemplative art making guided by prompts to feed the spirit, rest the body, and quiet the mind in a biweekly online morning session for creative reflection and gentle self inquiry.

Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.

Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.
Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.

Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.

Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.
Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.

Curiosity led roundtable where attendees submit and vote on personal philosophical or spiritual questions; each asker offers opening remarks followed by open, nonjudgmental group discussion focused on meaning, ethics, and lived experience.

Curiosity led roundtable where attendees submit and vote on personal philosophical or spiritual questions; each asker offers opening remarks followed by open, nonjudgmental group discussion focused on meaning, ethics, and lived experience.
Curiosity led roundtable where attendees submit and vote on personal philosophical or spiritual questions; each asker offers opening remarks followed by open, nonjudgmental group discussion focused on meaning, ethics, and lived experience.

Evening contemplative gathering at the Center for Spiritual Living emphasizing inclusive spiritual practice, collective affirmation, and guided reflection to foster community connection and personal empowerment.

Evening contemplative gathering at the Center for Spiritual Living emphasizing inclusive spiritual practice, collective affirmation, and guided reflection to foster community connection and personal empowerment.
Evening contemplative gathering at the Center for Spiritual Living emphasizing inclusive spiritual practice, collective affirmation, and guided reflection to foster community connection and personal empowerment.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.

Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.

Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.
Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.

Traveling textile installation translating incarcerated women’s individual struggles into stitched panels that foreground resilience, healing, empathy, and advocacy. Free, community focused exhibit presented in partnership with a local church, suitable for contemplative viewing.

Traveling textile installation translating incarcerated women’s individual struggles into stitched panels that foreground resilience, healing, empathy, and advocacy. Free, community focused exhibit presented in partnership with a local church, suitable for contemplative viewing.
Traveling textile installation translating incarcerated women’s individual struggles into stitched panels that foreground resilience, healing, empathy, and advocacy. Free, community focused exhibit presented in partnership with a local church, suitable for contemplative viewing.