Awakening Loving Presence

Within the beauty and serenity of Te Moata, we will have the opportunity to
deepen into a period of sustained noble silence that connects us with ourselves and
all forms of life as we direct our attention to what’s truly present, here and now.
On retreat we have a precious opportunity to stop and look deeply together, to
recognize and feel the love that is always present, holding us and everything
together even when our experience feels painful. When we are present with
ourselves in a meditative way, we can see how our tendency to get caught in
distracting storylines and beliefs disconnects us from the fullness of our present
moment experience and obscures the love that is ever present. Only by turning
within and deeply sensing and feeling can we know the true heart’s release that is
possible for all of us. Once in touch, we can begin to expand the circle of love
beyond our usual boundaries where we respect diversity and are inclusive of
everyone and everything without distinction. In this way, we touch into the joy of
presence itself.
During this retreat, we will draw on the meditative practices of formal sitting,
walking, work meditations, movement practices and guided meditations, along
with dharma talks, individual and group discussions — all to steady us, to sustain us
and to enliven our hearts. Held in noble silence, there will also be open periods to
find your individual rhythm in the retreat.
This retreat is suitable for both experienced students and for those newer to
meditation practice.

For more information: https://temoata.org/events/awakening-the-heart-of-wisdom-meditation-retreat-with-sharda-rogell/ or email: retreat@temoata.org