Becoming Your Own Protector

A Buddhist Approach to Self Care

Cost: $35

In this retreat we will explore some timeless Buddhist advice on how to develop and maintain a sense of well being, protect ourself from becoming unhappy, and practice self-care without becoming selfish. In general it is very important to look after our own well being and happiness, but it is not necessary to be motivated by a selfish intention to do this. Also, sometimes when we care about others and know they are depending on us we may prioritize their needs and wishes while completely neglecting the need for self care. If we do this we can easily end up exhausted or burned out.

Through practicing the instructions presented in this retreat we can learn to transform the act of caring for ourselves into part of our spiritual practice of cherishing others. In this way we can protect and look after our own happiness and wellbeing, while at the same time being of benefit to others.

In this retreat we will explore the following:

• How can we protect ourself from suffering and unhappiness?
• How can we develop and maintain a sense of well-being and happiness in life?
• What do we need to do in order to take good care of ourself?
• How can we take good care of ourself without becoming selfish or neglecting others?

Schedule

Session 1: 10 – 11 am
Break: 11 – 11:45am
Session 2: 11:45 am – 12:45 pm
Break: 12:45 – 1:30 pm
Session 3: 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Q & A : 2:30 – 2:45pm

Light refreshments will be provided during the breaks, please feel free to bring your own vegetarian lunch.

Registration

Please pre-register. Membership discounts are taken at time of checkout.