
Weekly Meditation & Dharma Talk
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.
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Thirty-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and a 30-minute Q&A, with meditation instructions for beginners. Sessions are led by experienced teachers and available in-person or online as a hybrid offering.

Thirty-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and a 30-minute Q&A, with meditation instructions for beginners. Sessions are led by experienced teachers and available in-person or online as a hybrid offering.
Thirty-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and a 30-minute Q&A, with meditation instructions for beginners. Sessions are led by experienced teachers and available in-person or online as a hybrid offering.

A quiet Sunday morning contemplative circle centered on silent practice and interfaith reflection, combining guided meditation, shared teachings, and open discussion for beginners and experienced practitioners at Quietude in Black Mountain.

A quiet Sunday morning contemplative circle centered on silent practice and interfaith reflection, combining guided meditation, shared teachings, and open discussion for beginners and experienced practitioners at Quietude in Black Mountain.
A quiet Sunday morning contemplative circle centered on silent practice and interfaith reflection, combining guided meditation, shared teachings, and open discussion for beginners and experienced practitioners at Quietude in Black Mountain.

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.
Gentle heart centered guided meditation emphasizing compassion and present moment awareness, held Wednesday nights 7:30–9:00 PM ET via Zoom with live stream access for Asheville participants.
Gentle heart centered guided meditation emphasizing compassion and present moment awareness, held Wednesday nights 7:30–9:00 PM ET via Zoom with live stream access for Asheville participants.
Gentle heart centered guided meditation emphasizing compassion and present moment awareness, held Wednesday nights 7:30–9:00 PM ET via Zoom with live stream access for Asheville participants.

Evening sangha gatherings include a 20 minute guided sit, a short dharma talk drawing on Thich Nhat Hanh, Ramana Maharshi and Gangaji, followed by group discussion; BIPOC voices welcomed, no charge.

Evening sangha gatherings include a 20 minute guided sit, a short dharma talk drawing on Thich Nhat Hanh, Ramana Maharshi and Gangaji, followed by group discussion; BIPOC voices welcomed, no charge.
Evening sangha gatherings include a 20 minute guided sit, a short dharma talk drawing on Thich Nhat Hanh, Ramana Maharshi and Gangaji, followed by group discussion; BIPOC voices welcomed, no charge.

Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist dharma teachings with meditation and mutual support for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A compassionate Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, healing, and community accountability.

Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist dharma teachings with meditation and mutual support for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A compassionate Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, healing, and community accountability.
Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist dharma teachings with meditation and mutual support for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A compassionate Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, healing, and community accountability.

Nurturing weekly meditations combining guided practice, nervous system regulation techniques, and practical integration tools to strengthen your energetic field and reconnect with inner wisdom during eclipse season; five week series with drop in option.

Nurturing weekly meditations combining guided practice, nervous system regulation techniques, and practical integration tools to strengthen your energetic field and reconnect with inner wisdom during eclipse season; five week series with drop in option.
Nurturing weekly meditations combining guided practice, nervous system regulation techniques, and practical integration tools to strengthen your energetic field and reconnect with inner wisdom during eclipse season; five week series with drop in option.

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.

Three weekly online sessions deliver science backed meditation instruction and guided practice, combining breathing and mindfulness techniques for healthy living; each free webinar stands alone while building practical skills for beginners.

Three weekly online sessions deliver science backed meditation instruction and guided practice, combining breathing and mindfulness techniques for healthy living; each free webinar stands alone while building practical skills for beginners.
Three weekly online sessions deliver science backed meditation instruction and guided practice, combining breathing and mindfulness techniques for healthy living; each free webinar stands alone while building practical skills for beginners.

Guided silent sitting with intermittent walking meditation, emphasizing breath awareness and posture for beginners and experienced practitioners; accessible teacher led group practice with no experience required, free drop in in person session.

Guided silent sitting with intermittent walking meditation, emphasizing breath awareness and posture for beginners and experienced practitioners; accessible teacher led group practice with no experience required, free drop in in person session.
Guided silent sitting with intermittent walking meditation, emphasizing breath awareness and posture for beginners and experienced practitioners; accessible teacher led group practice with no experience required, free drop in in person session.

Informative, relaxing guided session teaching a simple meditation technique to tap inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom for gradual personal transformation. Ideal for beginners seeking reconnection with their true nature and growth.

Informative, relaxing guided session teaching a simple meditation technique to tap inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom for gradual personal transformation. Ideal for beginners seeking reconnection with their true nature and growth.
Informative, relaxing guided session teaching a simple meditation technique to tap inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom for gradual personal transformation. Ideal for beginners seeking reconnection with their true nature and growth.

Forty minute unguided silent sit culminating in radiating loving kindness, followed by a 25 minute mindfulness and Buddhist video and 20 minute group discussion on Zoom led by experienced AIM facilitators.

Forty minute unguided silent sit culminating in radiating loving kindness, followed by a 25 minute mindfulness and Buddhist video and 20 minute group discussion on Zoom led by experienced AIM facilitators.
Forty minute unguided silent sit culminating in radiating loving kindness, followed by a 25 minute mindfulness and Buddhist video and 20 minute group discussion on Zoom led by experienced AIM facilitators.

Gentle 30 minute guided meditation followed by a facilitated reading and discussion of a Buddhist text, with a short break; welcoming beginners and experienced practitioners in a community minded, drop in, free sangha.

Gentle 30 minute guided meditation followed by a facilitated reading and discussion of a Buddhist text, with a short break; welcoming beginners and experienced practitioners in a community minded, drop in, free sangha.
Gentle 30 minute guided meditation followed by a facilitated reading and discussion of a Buddhist text, with a short break; welcoming beginners and experienced practitioners in a community minded, drop in, free sangha.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.
Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.

Quiet communal silent sits held weekday mornings in a shoe-free practice room with cushions and alternative seating; newcomers and experienced meditators may drop in anytime and are invited to offer dana donations.

Quiet communal silent sits held weekday mornings in a shoe-free practice room with cushions and alternative seating; newcomers and experienced meditators may drop in anytime and are invited to offer dana donations.
Quiet communal silent sits held weekday mornings in a shoe-free practice room with cushions and alternative seating; newcomers and experienced meditators may drop in anytime and are invited to offer dana donations.

Free online three part webinar exploring the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with guided instruction, practical sit times, and progressive lessons led by an experienced facilitator.

Free online three part webinar exploring the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with guided instruction, practical sit times, and progressive lessons led by an experienced facilitator.
Free online three part webinar exploring the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with guided instruction, practical sit times, and progressive lessons led by an experienced facilitator.

Soulful kirtan chanting and guided meditation in a warm community space, using joyful call and response mantras to open the heart and quiet the mind; free to attend with a suggested heart offering.

Soulful kirtan chanting and guided meditation in a warm community space, using joyful call and response mantras to open the heart and quiet the mind; free to attend with a suggested heart offering.
Soulful kirtan chanting and guided meditation in a warm community space, using joyful call and response mantras to open the heart and quiet the mind; free to attend with a suggested heart offering.

Guided meditation, breathwork, and meditative movement paired with peer support and reflective discussion to cultivate resilience and grounding during uncertain times, hosted in a welcoming community wellness center.

Guided meditation, breathwork, and meditative movement paired with peer support and reflective discussion to cultivate resilience and grounding during uncertain times, hosted in a welcoming community wellness center.
Guided meditation, breathwork, and meditative movement paired with peer support and reflective discussion to cultivate resilience and grounding during uncertain times, hosted in a welcoming community wellness center.

Evening of Tibetan Bön chanting, guided meditation, and tea and conversation in a neighborhood wellness center; a focused practice hour surrounded by community, with early setup and a welcoming beginner friendly atmosphere.

Evening of Tibetan Bön chanting, guided meditation, and tea and conversation in a neighborhood wellness center; a focused practice hour surrounded by community, with early setup and a welcoming beginner friendly atmosphere.
Evening of Tibetan Bön chanting, guided meditation, and tea and conversation in a neighborhood wellness center; a focused practice hour surrounded by community, with early setup and a welcoming beginner friendly atmosphere.

Silent or continuous mantra technique led by a teacher with over 50 years' practice, with guided walking meditation, sharing and Q&A; drop-in, donation based class supported by the Sow & Grow timer app.

Silent or continuous mantra technique led by a teacher with over 50 years' practice, with guided walking meditation, sharing and Q&A; drop-in, donation based class supported by the Sow & Grow timer app.
Silent or continuous mantra technique led by a teacher with over 50 years' practice, with guided walking meditation, sharing and Q&A; drop-in, donation based class supported by the Sow & Grow timer app.