We are dharmasphere
August 2021
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Body of Wisdom, Body of Love with Chani Grieve
August 4th - 9th At The Wangapeka Study and Retreat Centre Body of Wisdom, Body of Love - Awakening to our Natural Inheritance - 4 days of movement, meditation and creative enquiry with Chani Grieve. |
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Built by millions of years of evolution, our very own bodies offer us direct access to an inner “compass” that can reliably guide us to the fundamental intelligence, dignity and beauty of the human person. They show us directly the inherent freedom that is our natural inheritance, and lead us to a life of alignment, truth and purpose. In a world where the messages we receive from our distressed culture become more confused and confusing every day, it is a profound relief to discover true refuge and sanity, right here at home. By observing and listening to our human body we learn to attune to the rhythm and intelligence of our planet and of our deepest nature - a song of wisdom, a song of love.
For more information and to register .... Body of Wisdom, Body of Love
For more information and to register .... Body of Wisdom, Body of Love
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Life As It Is 2021, a Family Friendly Community Retreat
August 13th - 15th At The Wangapeka Study and Retreat Centre Life as it is. A Community retreat. Families and children welcome. |
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In these times of rapid change, what is the most beneficial action we can take for others, our planet and ourselves? Where do we turn for a sense of true refuge and support? How do we do this in the midst of our lives?
This weekend we will come together as a community of practice, to slow down and return to the knowing of our interconnection with this earth and all things. By practicing in this way, we open the opportunity to access a deep unshakable sense of support, wisdom and compassion for Life As It Is.
For more information and to register .... Life As It Is
This weekend we will come together as a community of practice, to slow down and return to the knowing of our interconnection with this earth and all things. By practicing in this way, we open the opportunity to access a deep unshakable sense of support, wisdom and compassion for Life As It Is.
For more information and to register .... Life As It Is
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Chenrezig Meditation Retreat with Mark Schrader
August 20th - 24th At The Wangapeka Study and Retreat Centre Chenrezig Meditation Retreat – 4 days Or a 2-day weekend option Friday 20 (5pm) to Tuesday 24 August A Tibetan Buddhist meditation that embodies the union of wisdom and compassion. It is an exploration of rich symbolic imagery alongside sound (mantra) that enables us to connect deeply with these two qualities. |
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This is an experiential meditation course that focuses on developing compassion for oneself and therefore for others. Both beginners and those wishing to deepen their meditation practice are welcome to attend. Each day we will meditate together as a group as well as having space for people to practice independently. Throughout the retreat we will touch into a variety of themes such as: Refuge – where is my place of safety?, Wholesome livelihood – what is an ethical life?, connecting into one’s heart-felt aspiration – what is most important to me in life?. Questions arising spontaneously from those attending will also be explored. As a way of supporting participants to deeply benefit from the retreat there are periods of silence built into the course.
For more information and to register .... Chenrezig Meditation Retreat
For more information and to register .... Chenrezig Meditation Retreat
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Exploring kaitiakitanga of the Wangapeka whenua with Rob McGowan
August 27th - 29th At The Wangapeka Study and Retreat Centre Dharmasphere are delighted to host Pa Ropata (Rob McGowan) as he guides us through a weekend of enquiry, connecting us to the whenua and its journey back to health. |
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Ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata
When the land is well, the people will be well.
The Wangapeka Study and Retreat Centre is a flourishing sanctuary for many beings in these times of rapid change and challenge.
And yet, how well do we know the health of the whenua at Wangapeka, the very ground on which we and many beings depend? What is our understanding of what the Wangapeka whenua needs to be well, and so in turn, enable a sense of connection that strengthens our health and wellbeing and the health and wellbeing of many beings?
For more information and to register .... Exploring kaitiakitanga with Rob McGowen
When the land is well, the people will be well.
The Wangapeka Study and Retreat Centre is a flourishing sanctuary for many beings in these times of rapid change and challenge.
And yet, how well do we know the health of the whenua at Wangapeka, the very ground on which we and many beings depend? What is our understanding of what the Wangapeka whenua needs to be well, and so in turn, enable a sense of connection that strengthens our health and wellbeing and the health and wellbeing of many beings?
For more information and to register .... Exploring kaitiakitanga with Rob McGowen
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