🌿 Wellness & Reflection Day with Bhante Dhammawansha
A full day retreat dedicated to mindfulness, gentle movement, and open discussion. Guided by Bhante Dhammawansha, a practicing Buddhist monk, this day provides space to step back, recharge, and reconnect with presence.
Program
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Opening Circle & Intention Setting (30 min)
Welcome, introductions, chanting, and setting shared intentions for the day.
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Sitting Meditation (25 min)
Guided breath practice to center the mind and settle into awareness.
10-15min | Pause & Refresh
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM | Yoga (30 min) Led by Saar/Max
Mindful movement practice to bring focus into everyday steps.
10-15min | Pause & Refresh
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Standing Meditation (25 min)
Exploring presence while grounded in posture and breath.
10-15min | Pause & Refresh
11:45 PM – 12:45 PM | Bhante Dhammawansha Talk & Group Dialogue - #1 (1hr)
Teachings on mindfulness and wellness, followed by Q&A and shared reflections.
12:45 AM – 1:10 PM | Walking meditation (25 min)
Mindful movement to release tension
1:10 PM – 1:25 PM | Pause & Refresh (15 min)
1:25 PM – 2:25 PM | Community Potluck Lunch (1 hr)
A nourishing shared meal. Please bring a simple dish, salad, fruit, or leaves for tea. There will be some turkish coffee. Silence is encouraged, but light conversation is welcome.
2:25 PM – 2:40 PM | Quick Stretch - QiGong (15 min) Led by David Paterson
2:40 PM – 3:40 PM | Bhante Dhammawansha Talk & Group Dialogue - #2 (1hr)
Teachings on mindfulness and wellness, followed by Q&A and shared reflections.
3:40 PM – 4:00 PM | Closing Meditation (20 min)
A final practice to integrate insights from the day.
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Closing Circle (30 min)
Reflections, gratitude, and intentions to carry forward.
✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
✨ Notes for Participants
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for meditation and light movement.
Optional white clothes for our day of silent meditation, noble seekers
Bring a refillable water bottle and yoga mat (if you have one).
For lunch, please bring a simple contribution (dish, salad, fruit, or tea leaves). Note: Nut allergy :-)
The day will include both silence and conversation; each session will guide you on what’s encouraged.
Dāna (generosity) is the Buddhist practice of giving from the heart. You’re welcome to offer support through bringing food, helping with setup/cleanup, or sharing your skills (guided meditation, yoga, etc).
Please donate $20 for attendance. This will be used for Bhantei's accommodation and travel costs.
You can venmo "orsi1" or bring cash when attending.