Well Beyond: Mining Under Dukkha
Online five-week course
With Nathan Glyde
Wednesday evenings starting 28 August
7.00 pm – 8.30 pm (BST)
We practise for lasting happiness. Although the fullness of the path may lie well beyond what appears as reality here and now, the well-being we cultivate becomes apparent as we meet life with more wholesome skill. Gradually, more of this radical freedom emerges each time we deepen beyond superficial reactivity (dukkha) into a wider, more open and beautiful way of being.
On this course we will develop increasingly skilful ways of relating, that progressively clarify our view, aiding further release. The weekly sections of the course will feature clear and understandable Dharma principles, meditation instructions to practice throughout the week, and opportunities for questions and responses.
Suitability
For experienced practitioners.
Teacher
NATHAN GLYDE has been practicing and studying meditation since 1997, and sharing teachings on retreats since 2007. In 2004 he co-founded SanghaSeva whose retreats emphasise wisdom and compassion in ecological and humanitarian service.
Listen to one of Nathan Glyde’s Talks given at Gaia House on 15.12.20: Anattā and Mettā (Duration 45:31)
Format & schedule
Each session will build on previous ones, so people need to register for the whole course and ideally attend all sessions. If circumstances do not allow this it would be beneficial to listen to the recording of the missed session before attending the next one as guidelines for home practice as given each week.
Wednesday evenings
19:00 – 20:00 — main session
20:00 – 20:30 — Q&R (optional)
- 28 August
- 4 September
- 11 September
- 18 September
- 25 September
All times shown above are in BST (GMT +1)
Using Zoom
This online retreat will use the Zoom platform. For support with learning how to use Zoom, please click here to read the guidance we’ve put together on our website. Please read the first section, ‘Using Zoom’, before registering.
Enquiries
If you have any questions regarding the retreat, you can send an email to onlinecoordinator@gaiahouse.co.uk.
Dana/generosity
None of your registration fee goes to the teachers. Gaia House teachers rely on the generosity of students for their livelihood. There will be an opportunity to make a dana offering to Nathan at the end of the course.
Click here to read more about the practice of dana.
Dana can be offered to Nathan through his website or via the Gaia House website. If using the Gaia House website, please click on Teacher and then specify that your donation is for ‘well beyond’ in the notes section on the checkout page.
Dana can also be offered to Gaia House. To make a donation please click here and specify that your donation is for ‘online well beyond’ in the notes section on the checkout page. Your support is greatly appreciated and helps us to continue offering the teachings of the Dharma from our centre in Devon and online.
With deep appreciation for your generosity.
Well-being and online meditation
Before you book, please read these guidelines about mental well-being and silent online meditation practice:
Meditation can be very nourishing; however, as it requires sustained practice, it also need some stability of psychological health. If you have recently (within the past year or so) experienced significant trauma or psychiatric illness, or if you are currently experiencing acute emotional distress such as serious depression or anxiety, it may not be the best time for you to participate in online meditation sessions. The teachers might not be able to give you the kind of individual psychological care you need at this time. A setting with more opportunities for interpersonal engagement may be more appropriate.
- If you are currently under the care of a mental health professional, please discuss your attendance with them. You should be in a relatively stable period of mental well-being and have adequate psychological resilience.
- If you have any questions about this, please contact us.
Preparing for the sessions
Please make it your intention to stay for the whole session.
Practicalities
- Arrange your computer or device so you can see and hear well
- Make sure you have easy access to the Zoom link and arrive at a time giving you time to settle before the session starts
- Think about disengaging from unnecessary conversations and interactions: explain to any other people in your household what you will be doing and discuss how they can support you
Online: Well Beyond: Mining Under Dukkha
A note on dana/generosity
None of your registration fee goes to the teacher(s). Gaia House teachers rely on the generosity of students for their livelihood. There will be an opportunity to make a dana offering to your teacher(s) at the end of the event.
To register for this course:
- Please look at the rates listed below and enter the amount appropriate to you in the amount box.
- Then complete the registration form.
- Please read our Booking & cancellation conditions before completing your booking.
Rates:
Registration is on a sliding-scale starting at £0. Please consider paying at the highest rate that you are able to. Your generosity is vital in supporting Gaia House to sustain its Dharma offerings for the benefit of all.We are committed to ensuring that our programme is available to everyone who wishes to participate. If our suggested registration band is too high for you, you can enter the amount you are able to pay.
Registration: £26 — £71 (if this amount is too high, please feel welcome to pay what is appropriate for your current circumstances)
Dānanandi Sangha: £0 As a regular donor to Gaia House you are contributing already. Thank you.