Exploring Buddhist Wisdom – Online

Buddhism is distinguished by four characteristics, or “seals.”  The Four Seals are said to be the hallmark of the Buddha’s teaching and encapsulate the particular view or philosophy of Buddhism.

The Four Seals

• All that is conditioned is impermanent,
• All that is tainted is suffering,
• All phenomena are empty and devoid of self,
• Nirvana is peace.

By understanding the way Buddhists look at the world and view their experience, we can find a fresh way of living our lives. Join us for an online weekend retreat where we will explore the buddhist view by studying the Four Seals.

We will explore how change is our constant companion, and learn how to relate to our emotions differently. We will examine how deepening our understanding of “emptiness” can help us develop a non-judgemental attitude towards ourselves and others, among other things.

During this weekend we will share the meaning of each of the Four Seals, reflect on what they mean to us personally and share our findings with others. You will leave with concrete exercises that you can apply again and again in your everyday life to further your understanding.

This retreat is nicely spaced out over Saturday and Sunday leaving plenty of time to manage your everyday life.  On Saturday there is a morning and a late afternoon session and on Sunday we will finish up by lunch time.

Saturday 24 September

• Session 1:  9.30am – 10.30am (Irish)/ 10.30am – 11.30am (CET)
• Session 2: 11am – 12pm (Irish)/ 12pm – 1pm (CET)
• Session 3: 3pm – 5pm (Irish) / 4pm – 6pm (CET)

Sunday 25 September

• Session 4: 9.30am – 10.30am (Irish)/ 10.30am – 11.30am (CET)
• Session 5: 11am – 12pm (Irish)/ 12pm – 1pm (CET)

We look forward to seeing you on-line!