With Guy Armstrong, Tuere Sala, Mei Elliot, Kodo Conlin, Kirsten Rudestam and Teresa Todoroff at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre, California

In this retreat we will explore the nature of awareness in three stages. We'll begin by developing greater stability of mind through mindfulness of breathing. Next we'll introduce a regular practice of lovingkindness, allowing the beautiful and responsive qualities of heart to unfold. Then, with these foundations, we'll start to explore the nature of awareness—this mysterious capacity of knowing. These practices open the door to emptiness, profound understanding, and great freedom. See here to register.