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Let Go of the Past: Silent Meditation Retreat
Let Go of the Past: Silent Meditation Retreat

Sat, Oct 19

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Wicker Park

Let Go of the Past: Silent Meditation Retreat

Leave the weight of the past behind, and connect with your potential to enjoy life no matter what happened.

Time & Location

Oct 19, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Wicker Park, 2010 W Pierce Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA

Details

Feeling weighed down by painful memories and past hurts? Guilt, shame, and blame can occupy so much of our mind and make it difficult to enjoy life.  Discover how to use meditation to let go of your painful past, develop insight and confidence, and move on in a healthy and constructive way.

We will observe silence during our brief breaks to enhance our meditative experience. Join us at the end for an informal Q&A and light refreshments. Suitable for both beginners and seasoned practitioners, each session will include practical instruction and guided meditation. Everyone is welcome!

SCHEDULE

2:00 - 3:00pm: Teaching & Guided Meditation 1

3:20 - 4:00pm: Teaching & Guided Meditation 2

4:20 - 5:00pm: Teaching & Guided Meditation 3

5pm: informal Q&A with light refreshments (optional)

TEACHER

Gen Kelsang Zamling, Resident Teacher

BOOKS & MATERIALS

This event will be based on the following book(s):

It's not necessary to have your own copy, but some people like to follow along or read more afterward. You can click any title above to learn more about it or to order a printed, e-book, or audio copy (select books only) from Tharpa Publications. You can also purchase copies in person at our Oak Park and Wicker Park locations.

COST

$30

Discounts for members: 50% off for Standard Members; free for Plus Members and Benefactor Members. Please note: to receive the member discount, your membership must be active at the time the event will take place.

No one turned away for lack of funds; contact us to request financial accommodations. 

Refund policy

LIVESTREAMING

This in-person event is also available by livestream for monthly members. To attend by livestream, monthly members should register through the Livestreaming for Members page. Not a member? Learn more about our membership options here.

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