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SUMMARY:Deep Listening Intensive - September
DESCRIPTION:Deep Listening Intensive\nTransforming Communication at all Levels\nWednesday 30 September\, 7:30pm to Sunday 4 October\, 1:30pm \nDeep Listening is a complete practical training using the transformational method of Awareness Centred Deep Listening Training founded by Rosamund Oliver\, which harnesses the life-changing potential of bringing simple awareness to listening. \nParticipants will find that this course complements their existing communication skills as they personally experience the ability of the natural listening mind to hold a safe listening container. \nParticipants gain information about their own way of listening through a variety of interactive situations designed to reflect what is truly happening in listening. This approach is suitable for communicating with people from all walks of life and in all types of setting and team working. Appreciating our different ways of communication is central to this method. \nA Certificate of Attendance consisting of 28 contact hours will be provided \nTopics covered during the course\nDeep Listening Training is designed to deepen participant’s capacity for listening at all levels of communication in work or clinical settings using specific practical tools. The following areas are addressed: \n\nThe three core skills of Embodied Awareness\, Supportive Presence and Generating Compassion\nExtending awareness of what arises in the listening\, both spoken and unspoken.\nApplying evidence-based contemplative practices to support effective communication.\nGenerating compassionate\, embodied listening to build greater resilience for the listener\, with less exhaustion and burnout.\nEnhanced ways of self-reflective listening\, as part of self-discovery and self- supervision.\nIntegration of this method back into work and life\n\nTraining methods used\n\nExperiential and interactive sessions\nGuided reflections and contemplations\nA variety of specially designed listening exercises.\nShort topical presentations with time for questions and discussion.\nPractical ways of integrating methods in listening situations.\nInteractive group work with both large and small groups.\nJournaling. Time for self-reflection\, integration\, and personal work.\n\nWho is this training for?\nAs basic listening skills are not covered\, this course is designed for people who already have experience of using listening as an essential part of their work or life activity. This is an experiential training and numbers are limited. Places are in high demand so immediate booking is advised. \nWhat people say about Deep Listening Intensive\n“Thank you sincerely. This was the most helpful course I have ever done -twice!”.\n– Deborah\, Therapist \nLocation\nThe retreat will be held in the Dzogchen Beara Temple. With expansive views across the bay\, the temple is a modern example of a traditional Tibetan monastery\, a form of architecture designed to be an inspiring symbol of the Buddha’s teachings for our times.
URL:https://www.dzogchenbeara.org/retreat/deep-listening-intensive-september/
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SUMMARY:Caring for Ourselves\, Caring for Others
DESCRIPTION:A morning of self-care and support for anyone caring for a loved one\, friend\, or someone who is experiencing hardship\, illness\, loss\, or the challenges of ageing. Together\, we will explore simple\, practical\, and contemplative tools to help support our wellbeing and joy.
URL:https://www.dzogchenbeara.org/retreat/caring-for-ourselves-caring-for-others/
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Care Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261013T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261018T130000
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SUMMARY:Authentic Presence Immersion - October
DESCRIPTION:Authentic Presence Immersion\nTraining in the Contemplative-based Approach to End-of-Life Care \nSkills training in the contemplative-based approach to end-of-life care for health and social care professionals\, spiritual care providers\, doulas and volunteers. \n\nHow can I prevent becoming overwhelmed by the loss I witness?\nHow do I stay present without losing my own sense of well-being?\nHow do I speak about death and address deeper fears and concerns with patients and families?\n\nPresence\, compassion and skilled expertise are critical in offering comfort and support for dying patients. Authentic Presence Immersion is an experiential training in contemplative-based end-of-life care. The training offers participants the space and the opportunity to strengthen their inner balance and enhance their skills and knowledge serving the dying. It explores the deeper dimension of living\, dying\, caregiving and spiritual care by bringing together the practical knowledge of today’s palliative care environments with the contemplative methods of mindfulness\, compassion and awareness. \nLed by a team of experienced health and social care professionals\, spiritual providers and meditation teachers from Ireland and Europe. \nAuthentic Presence Immersion employs a variety of learning modalities\, including individual\, group and interactive work\, as well as presentations. \nApply and integrate contemplative tools and resources\nThrough learning how to apply and integrate contemplative tools and resources\, participants will learn to: \n\nCultivate greater mindful awareness and manage their responses\nPractice self-compassion in the day-to-day encounters with experiences of suffering and mortality and sustain compassionate intention\nEnhance their competencies and skills and increase trust and confidence in their own inner wisdom\nEmbody authentic presence\n\nFacilitating a dying person’s process\nParticipants will learn how to facilitate a dying person’s process towards: \n\nUnderstanding and transforming suffering\nExperiencing a genuine connection with others and healing relationships\nFinding meaning in life\, illness\, and dying\nFinding a source of comfort or peace\n\nTopics that will be covered\nContemplative Practice & Contemplative Care \nIntroduction to the contemplative care model of authentic presence\nPractising self-care and self-compassion during challenging times: contemplative resources for building resilience and connecting with our sources of joy\,\nSpirituality and purpose\nSustaining a compassionate attitude and cultivating authentic presence in therapeutic relationships\nDealing with the realities of suffering\, grief and mortality\nCreating a peaceful environment in different settings\nCaregiving as a spiritual and contemplative practice \nTraining in Contemplative Listening and Communication \nExtensive training in the model of ‘Contemplative Listening and Communication’ and its practical applications working with patients\, families and staff\n‘Council’ – a listening model for family and bereavement support and team meetings \nAssessing and responding to the needs of the dying  \nIdentifying and addressing practical\, psycho-social and spiritual needs\nManaging complex care situations\nHealing relationships and methods for resolving unfinished business\nAddressing the deeper dimensions of the dying process\nRecognizing and addressing spiritual pain\nSupporting patients and families to prepare for death and saying good-bye \nBereavement \nUnderstanding the process of bereavement and the spiritual dimension of bereavement \nWatch this video and be inspired\n \nCertification\nThe Immersion module is part of the Certificate in Contemplative End-of-Life Care offered by Authentic Presence Program US. The course has enjoyed great success in the USA for the past 20 years. It is the third time it is held at Dzogchen Beara Meditation Centre. The module can be taken as a stand-alone or part of the Certificate. \nFor more information you can visit authentic-presence.org or send an email to usa@authentic-presence.org. \nLocation\nThe training will be held at the Spiritual Care Centre at Dzogchen Beara\, West Cork\, Ireland. Dzogchen Beara is known for its breathtaking beauty and spectacular views. Nearly everyone who has come to visit has commented on the healing power of the natural environment and the pervasive atmosphere of deep peace and tranquility. There couldn’t be a better place for the immersive experience of this training. \nDzogchen Beara Meditation Centre is a 2 – 2.5 hours drive from the Cork\, Kerry and Shannon airports which offer international flights. \nApply Now\nIf you are interested in participating in this training\, you are requested to please complete this Application Form. Please use this document to help prepare and gather your responses.
URL:https://www.dzogchenbeara.org/retreat/authentic-presence-immersion-october/
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SUMMARY:Mind at Ease - Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Mind at Ease – Online Course\n5 Week Online Meditation Course \nMeditation as taught by the Buddha is something that can be practised by anyone\, of any age or background. It’s a process of coming to understand and know our mind\, and gives us the tools to learn to work with it. With meditation practice we can discover a profound peace that is always with us\, beneath the turbulence of all our thoughts and emotions. \nWho is this for? \nWhether a beginner or someone who has been meditating for a while\, this course will provide an experiential guidance in meditation and all the tools necessary to feel the benefit in every aspect of life. \nWhat to expect \nThe online sessions will include: \n\nInstruction\nGuided meditation\nDiscussion and sharing of our experience of meditation\nTime to reflect on how we can apply what we learn in our day-to-day life\nEncouragement to and advice on how to build up a habit of meditation
URL:https://www.dzogchenbeara.org/retreat/mind-at-ease-online-course/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261113T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261115T130000
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SUMMARY:Facing Loss Healing Grief - November
DESCRIPTION:Facing Loss\, Healing Grief\nGrief is a natural response to the ongoing loss we experience when someone close to us dies. In this retreat\, using meditation and reflections\, we will explore ways to be with our sorrow and to understand change and impermanence. \nThe shock of separation and bereavement is often accompanied by feelings of intense sadness\, distress or anger. Although we will never forget\, we can heal the pain of grief. \nThis workshop is not recommended for those whose loss is less than three months old or for anyone who might be pregnant. \nTo ensure the best support for all who attend ‘Facing Loss\, Healing Grief’ the number of places are restricted\, so please book early. \nContent\n\nExploring our relationship with our grief\nIdentifying things that make it harder to mourn our loss\nHealing Unfinished Business\nSmall Group Sharing\nLarger Group Support\nGuided meditations\nCreative expression including writing\nTime for rest\, gentle movement and enjoying nature\n\nLocation\nThe retreat will be held in the Spiritual Care Centre meditation room\, a bright ecumenical space with beautiful views. \nYou can sit on a chair or on a zafu cushion on the floor\, wherever you are comfortable. None of the sessions involve difficult postures or complicated techniques. \nFee\nFee €310\nConcession €248 \nDzogchen Beara has a policy of not turning anyone away for financial reasons. Please contact scc-admin@dzogchenbeara.org to discuss flexible payment options or to request assistance from our spiritual care bursary fund.
URL:https://www.dzogchenbeara.org/retreat/facing-loss-healing-grief-november/
CATEGORIES:Onsite
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SUMMARY:Ethics in Action with Verena Pfeiffer
DESCRIPTION:If we want to be more compassionate and skillful in our words\, thoughts and deeds\, it is very helpful to have a framework that can support our deepest aspirations to flourish. \nThe teachings on the six paramitas\, a foundation of the Mahayana Buddhist path\, can act as a guide. Join Verena Pfeiffer for this immersive weekend exploration of the paramita of discipline (shila in sanskrit)\, the second of the six perfections. The essence of the practice of discipline is refraining from harm and the attitude of wanting to harm.  \nThe purpose of discipline or ethical conduct is to simplify our lives and to help us to understand the attitudes and behaviour to adopt and to abandon that help us to live in a more open-hearted\, compassionate and discerning way. Through awareness we learn to set appropriate boundaries and in acting accordingly we ultimately find the freedom to live in a manner that brings benefit to ourselves and others. The practice of discipline becomes a supportive framework and a form of love that protects ourselves and society. \nFrom the Buddhist point of view\, ethics or discipline is not something that is imposed from the outside but it is something that comes from seeing and understanding cause and effect.  \nWho is this for? \nAll are welcome\, whether you are a beginner on the Buddhist path\, or an experienced dharma practitioner.
URL:https://www.dzogchenbeara.org/retreat/weekend-of-teachings-with-verena-pfeiffer/
CATEGORIES:Onsite
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261127T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261203T130000
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SUMMARY:Natural Great Peace Week - November
DESCRIPTION:Natural Great Peace\nThis retreat is specifically designed for those with some experience of meditation\, willing to commit to an intensive practice retreat including several days in silence. \nPractising meditation in a retreat environment is a special opportunity to refine our practice\, enhance our understanding and simply enjoy a taste of the peace of mind and deep sense of well being that meditation brings. \nThe retreat will include: \n\nIn-depth meditation instruction based on the Tibetan Buddhist tradition\nGuidance & clarification through questions/answers with experienced meditation instructors\nInspirational video teachings on meditation by leading contemporary teachers\nExtended periods of meditation (about 4 hours per day)\nWalking meditation\nSessions focusing on how to integrate our practice in daily life\,\nDaily Loving Kindness practice.\n\nAlso included are optional Kum Nye (Tibetan Yoga) sessions led by Matt Padwick\, to energise and harmonise mind and body. \nWhat is Kum Nye?\nSuitable for people of all ages and fitness levels\, Kum Nye eases the physical body and calms the mind and emotions. It was practiced in Tibet as a preliminary to meditation and other advanced yogic practices. The breathing\, postures and movement exercises enable us to sit for longer periods of time in a relaxing way\, and help us to develop mental concentration in a spirit of openness. \nTypical Daily Schedule\nPlease note that much of the retreat is conducted in silence. \n7.15 – 8.00 am Silent meditation\n8.00 – 9.00 am Break\n9.00 – 9.45 Kum Nye Tibetan yoga\n10.00 – 11.00 am Meditation\n11.00 – 11.30 am Tea Break\n11.30 – 1:15 pm Session including walking meditation\n1.15 – 3.15 pm Lunch\n3.15 – 4.00 pm [optional] Facilitated small-group check-in\n4.00 – 4.30 pm Tea Break\n4.30 – 6:00 pm Session\n6.00 – 7.00 pm Supper\n7.00 – 7.45 pm Guided Loving Kindness meditation \nThis is a 7-day retreat\, please register only if you can attend the full week. \nWhat people say about Natural Great Peace\n“Thank you to all the staff and volunteers\, this retreat has changed my life.”\n– Aishling \nDonation Based Events\nWe are offering this retreat on the basis of Dāna (Generosity) as it’s our heartfelt wish that finances should not be a barrier for people wishing to attend events – so for this event we do not set a retreat fee and charge only to cover catering costs. \nYou are invited to make a financial offering according to your means\, to help cover the costs of hosting the retreat and to ensure that such events continue into the future\, but there is no obligation. \nDzogchen Beara is a not-for-profit charity and all of our income goes directly to supporting the Dharma and all who benefit from the Centre. \nLocation\nThe retreat will be held in the Dzogchen Beara Temple. With expansive views across the bay\, the temple is a modern example of a traditional Tibetan monastery\, a form of architecture designed to be an inspiring symbol of the Buddha’s teachings for our times.
URL:https://www.dzogchenbeara.org/retreat/natural-great-peace-november/
CATEGORIES:Onsite
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261202T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261202T130000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Compassion
DESCRIPTION:This morning will introduce compassion experientially\, looking at ways to cultivate a deeper sense of warmth and kindness towards ourselves and others. \nThe morning will comprise a mixture of presentations\, guided meditations and small group discussions.
URL:https://www.dzogchenbeara.org/retreat/exploring-compassion/
CATEGORIES:Mini Retreats,Spiritual Care Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261228T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20270101T130000
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SUMMARY:Good in the Beginning
DESCRIPTION:Good in the Beginning – New Year Retreat\nTraditionally the New Year is a time for making a fresh start and reflecting on the direction we would like our life to take. This year’s Good in the Beginning retreat aims to help us start 2027 with a joyful heart. \nThis retreat is an ideal opportunity to reflect on our priorities and to begin the coming year in a way that is in tune with our deeper values in a world that is in desperate need of authentic and caring people. \nDuring this retreat we will take time to consider the preciousness of our lives and see how we can develop a compassionate motivation in all we do. The predominant focus of the retreat is exploring the essence of our mind\, by contemplation\, meditation and time in silence. \nIn an inspiring and supportive retreat environment we can begin to familiarise ourselves with wisdom and compassion so that we can apply them in our daily life and bring more ease to both our own life as well as the lives of others. \nEveryone is welcome to this retreat and no prior experience of meditation is needed. \nContent \n\nGuided meditation and contemplations\nInteractive exercises\nTime for rest\, relaxation and enjoying nature\n\nThe retreat will include periods of silence including during tea breaks and some meal times \nLocation\nThe retreat will be held in our new Dzogchen Beara Temple. With expansive views across the bay\, the temple is a modern example of a traditional Tibetan monastery\, a form of architecture designed to be an inspiring symbol of the Buddha’s teachings for our times.
URL:https://www.dzogchenbeara.org/retreat/good-in-the-beginning/
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