
Loss and Grief: A Buddhist Perspective
Gentle Buddhist teachings and guided compassion practices addressing loss, separation, and mourning with Modern Buddhism teacher Hannah Kim, blending contemplative sitting meditation and reflective discussion to soothe grief and build resilience.
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Guided meditation focusing on patience and perseverance techniques to strengthen daily practice, cultivating steady inner calm and joyful resilience that carries into everyday life in a supportive spiritual sanctuary setting.
Guided meditation focusing on patience and perseverance techniques to strengthen daily practice, cultivating steady inner calm and joyful resilience that carries into everyday life in a supportive spiritual sanctuary setting.

Learn simple, transformative meditations rooted in Kadampa modern Buddhism that train five basic mental factors to reshape emotions and relationships. Kadam Sharon Lovich leads guided practices and practical instruction for beginners and experienced practitioners.

Learn simple, transformative meditations rooted in Kadampa modern Buddhism that train five basic mental factors to reshape emotions and relationships. Kadam Sharon Lovich leads guided practices and practical instruction for beginners and experienced practitioners.
Learn simple, transformative meditations rooted in Kadampa modern Buddhism that train five basic mental factors to reshape emotions and relationships. Kadam Sharon Lovich leads guided practices and practical instruction for beginners and experienced practitioners.

Relaxing guided meditation session teaching a simple breath-centered technique to access inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom, with practical steps for reconnecting to your true nature and supporting gradual personal transformation in a webinar format.

Relaxing guided meditation session teaching a simple breath-centered technique to access inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom, with practical steps for reconnecting to your true nature and supporting gradual personal transformation in a webinar format.
Relaxing guided meditation session teaching a simple breath-centered technique to access inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom, with practical steps for reconnecting to your true nature and supporting gradual personal transformation in a webinar format.

Guided meditation teaching a simple, effective technique to access soul level wisdom and an inner sanctuary, aimed at beginners and ongoing seekers; free online webinar with registration to support sustained spiritual awareness.

Guided meditation teaching a simple, effective technique to access soul level wisdom and an inner sanctuary, aimed at beginners and ongoing seekers; free online webinar with registration to support sustained spiritual awareness.
Guided meditation teaching a simple, effective technique to access soul level wisdom and an inner sanctuary, aimed at beginners and ongoing seekers; free online webinar with registration to support sustained spiritual awareness.

Progressive three-part online webinar teaching the art and science of meditation with guided instruction and group practice; each weekly session includes technique teaching and meditation time led by an experienced facilitator, suitable for beginners.

Progressive three-part online webinar teaching the art and science of meditation with guided instruction and group practice; each weekly session includes technique teaching and meditation time led by an experienced facilitator, suitable for beginners.
Progressive three-part online webinar teaching the art and science of meditation with guided instruction and group practice; each weekly session includes technique teaching and meditation time led by an experienced facilitator, suitable for beginners.

Quiet, contemplative poetry exploration of memory and loss led by poet M.K. Barreau, combining intimate readings and guided reflection to open conversation about grief, resilience, and communal healing.

Quiet, contemplative poetry exploration of memory and loss led by poet M.K. Barreau, combining intimate readings and guided reflection to open conversation about grief, resilience, and communal healing.
Quiet, contemplative poetry exploration of memory and loss led by poet M.K. Barreau, combining intimate readings and guided reflection to open conversation about grief, resilience, and communal healing.

Guided weekly meditation instruction and practice in a free 3 part webinar exploring the science and techniques of meditation for healthy living; each session includes instruction and group sits led by an experienced facilitator.

Guided weekly meditation instruction and practice in a free 3 part webinar exploring the science and techniques of meditation for healthy living; each session includes instruction and group sits led by an experienced facilitator.
Guided weekly meditation instruction and practice in a free 3 part webinar exploring the science and techniques of meditation for healthy living; each session includes instruction and group sits led by an experienced facilitator.

Gentle breath work, guided meditation, and meditative movement combine with peer led discussion and supportive practices to cultivate grounding, resilience, and practical tools for navigating uncertainty and emotional stress.

Gentle breath work, guided meditation, and meditative movement combine with peer led discussion and supportive practices to cultivate grounding, resilience, and practical tools for navigating uncertainty and emotional stress.
Gentle breath work, guided meditation, and meditative movement combine with peer led discussion and supportive practices to cultivate grounding, resilience, and practical tools for navigating uncertainty and emotional stress.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.
Gentle guided movement paired with breathwork and mindfulness cultivates inner peace and embodied balance in a calming studio environment, suitable for beginners seeking stress relief and somatic awareness.
Gentle guided movement paired with breathwork and mindfulness cultivates inner peace and embodied balance in a calming studio environment, suitable for beginners seeking stress relief and somatic awareness.
Gentle guided movement paired with breathwork and mindfulness cultivates inner peace and embodied balance in a calming studio environment, suitable for beginners seeking stress relief and somatic awareness.

Group silent sits at Kalyāṇa-Mitta Meditation Center with small group communal practice; participants should email mittameditation@gmail.com to let organizers know which days and times they'll attend.

Group silent sits at Kalyāṇa-Mitta Meditation Center with small group communal practice; participants should email mittameditation@gmail.com to let organizers know which days and times they'll attend.
Group silent sits at Kalyāṇa-Mitta Meditation Center with small group communal practice; participants should email mittameditation@gmail.com to let organizers know which days and times they'll attend.

Deep online Vajrayana and Dzogchen training exploring Tibetan Buddhist empowerments, Great Perfection view, and practical methods for self-inquiry. Meetings twice a month in modular, non-sequential courses support progressive contemplative study.

Deep online Vajrayana and Dzogchen training exploring Tibetan Buddhist empowerments, Great Perfection view, and practical methods for self-inquiry. Meetings twice a month in modular, non-sequential courses support progressive contemplative study.
Deep online Vajrayana and Dzogchen training exploring Tibetan Buddhist empowerments, Great Perfection view, and practical methods for self-inquiry. Meetings twice a month in modular, non-sequential courses support progressive contemplative study.

Gentle grounding meditation and communal intention setting in an inclusive New Moon circle welcoming all bodies and genders, creating a sacred reflective space to align energies and manifest intentions for the month ahead.

Gentle grounding meditation and communal intention setting in an inclusive New Moon circle welcoming all bodies and genders, creating a sacred reflective space to align energies and manifest intentions for the month ahead.
Gentle grounding meditation and communal intention setting in an inclusive New Moon circle welcoming all bodies and genders, creating a sacred reflective space to align energies and manifest intentions for the month ahead.

Alternating silent sits and mindful walking—two seated periods (10:00–10:30, 10:45–11:15) with a short sharing—held at The Lodge at Quietude; community sangha practice grounded in traditional Buddhist dana.

Alternating silent sits and mindful walking—two seated periods (10:00–10:30, 10:45–11:15) with a short sharing—held at The Lodge at Quietude; community sangha practice grounded in traditional Buddhist dana.
Alternating silent sits and mindful walking—two seated periods (10:00–10:30, 10:45–11:15) with a short sharing—held at The Lodge at Quietude; community sangha practice grounded in traditional Buddhist dana.

Quiet seated practice with a 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and 30-minute Q&A led by Ronya Banks or Wallace Bohanan; hybrid in-person/online format and beginner-friendly instruction.

Quiet seated practice with a 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and 30-minute Q&A led by Ronya Banks or Wallace Bohanan; hybrid in-person/online format and beginner-friendly instruction.
Quiet seated practice with a 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and 30-minute Q&A led by Ronya Banks or Wallace Bohanan; hybrid in-person/online format and beginner-friendly instruction.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.

Quiet guided meditation followed by reflective journaling using Taoist poems—exploring hidden currents, underlying life-stories, and contemplative insights through prompts and group sharing in an intimate, beginner-friendly writing circle.

Quiet guided meditation followed by reflective journaling using Taoist poems—exploring hidden currents, underlying life-stories, and contemplative insights through prompts and group sharing in an intimate, beginner-friendly writing circle.
Quiet guided meditation followed by reflective journaling using Taoist poems—exploring hidden currents, underlying life-stories, and contemplative insights through prompts and group sharing in an intimate, beginner-friendly writing circle.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.

Explore an accessible guided meditation that uncovers inner sources of happiness using a simple technique, taught in a free Science of Spirituality webinar suitable for beginners and ongoing spiritual practice.

Explore an accessible guided meditation that uncovers inner sources of happiness using a simple technique, taught in a free Science of Spirituality webinar suitable for beginners and ongoing spiritual practice.
Explore an accessible guided meditation that uncovers inner sources of happiness using a simple technique, taught in a free Science of Spirituality webinar suitable for beginners and ongoing spiritual practice.

Gentle guided reflection and contemplative teaching from RScP Michele Laub creating a sacred pause for recalibration, deep listening, and truth seeking during life transitions, a donation based midweek spiritual gathering.

Gentle guided reflection and contemplative teaching from RScP Michele Laub creating a sacred pause for recalibration, deep listening, and truth seeking during life transitions, a donation based midweek spiritual gathering.
Gentle guided reflection and contemplative teaching from RScP Michele Laub creating a sacred pause for recalibration, deep listening, and truth seeking during life transitions, a donation based midweek spiritual gathering.