The four faces of love: the divine truth of the brahma viharas
Friday 10 October – Monday 13 October at Sea to Sky Retreat Centre
Spend three days dwelling in the divine abodes of limitless loving kindness. We will call forth karuna (compassion), mudita (joy) and upekkha (equanimity) – all held within - and expressions of - the profound truth of our non-separateness.
Through cultivating supportive conditions - meditation, talks, singing, movement and silence - we will open all of ourselves up to an experience of our expansive hearts, bodies and minds. And reflect upon the unconditioned nature of loving kindness: that we all have the capacity to dwell in love beyond any dependence on conditions.
In 2014 Samayasri moved to the US and joined the New York Sangha. She is an Order Convenor for US & Canada and is President of the Vancouver and San Francisco Sanghas.
No meditation experience is required.
It is preferable to attend for 3 nights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a Buddhist or have any meditation experience?
No, the retreat is suitable for everyone.
What does the cost include?
The retreat cost covers the full cost of the retreat, including all food.
When does the retreat start and end?
The retreat will begin with dinner on the Friday evening at 6:00pm. You are welcome to arrive any time from 4pm. Please let us know if you cannot arrive in time for supper at 6pm. Please contact us before booking if you have any questions not answered in the FAQ section at info@vancouverbuddhistcentre.com
We will finish on the Sunday afternoon, around 2pm.
What will the accommodation be like?
Sea to Sky Retreat Centre (SSRC) provides simple, but comfortable accommodation. For a short while we will be living communally and sharing a room with one other person. We will be eating together communally.
Living communally means caring for each other. We will ask you to help out with simple chores in the dining room after we eat.
What will the food be like?
All the food will be vegetarian.
If you have any allergies that aren't listed on the booking form, please contact us at info@vancouverbuddhistcentre.com
What do I need to bring?
All bedding is supplied including pillows. Pack for mountain forest September weather. It gets cool in the early mornings and will be colder when overcast or raining. You can check the Whistler weather forecast. We suggest you bring layers as well and a warm jacket. More details on what to bring will be sent after you register.
Where to Find Us
Sea to Sky Retreat is 20 kilometers south of Whistler.