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SUMMARY:Facilitator Skills Training Module 2: Practicing - Putting Skills into Practice
DESCRIPTION:Overview of the Facilitation Skills Training Pathway\nThis training programme is designed to strengthen your skills and impact as a group facilitator. \nWhether you’re just beginning to lead sessions or exploring how to enhance your practice\, it will support you in building the confidence and capability to guide meaningful\, inclusive\, and safe group experiences. \nThe online training is delivered in three modules that build on one another\, while each module can also stand alone as a complete and self-contained learning experience. \nFacilitator Skills Training Module 2: Practicing – Putting Skills into Practice\nThis two-hour online practice lab deepens the eight core facilitation skills through application. The focus is on the shift from knowing what to do\, to knowing how to be as a facilitator if situations become complex\, emotional\, or unpredictable. \nWhile Module 1 focused on awareness\, ethics\, core tools and recognizing what good facilitation looks like\, Module 2 is about practicing those skills in challenging scenarios. We explore making sound judgment calls\, working with presence and intuition and adapting skillfully when things are uncertain or under pressure \nThrough reflection\, demonstration\, and peer learning\, you will:\n• Strengthen your ability to facilitate from embodiment\, not just technique\n• Build adaptive facilitation skills to respond wisely to unpredictability\, emotion\, group dynamics\, and conflict\n• Practice ethical decision-making in complex situations\, where there is no perfect response\n• Develop confidence in their authentic facilitation style during challenging moments\n• Be able to recognise and facilitate progress\, and to nurture momentum- for a group and for themselves \nSchedule\nThe training will be offered on 2 different time zones to accommodate all those who are interested: \n\nPM session: 18 May2026 at 5pm to 7pm BST\, check your time here\nAM session: 19 May 2026 at 8:00 am to 10.00 am BST\, check your time zone here\n\nWho is this training for:\nThis training is for Facilitators\, educators\, meditation leaders and anyone leading group discussions or activities. \nRegistration:\nTo register\, please fill in this form  \nOnce you register you will receive the Zoom link and all the information you will need in order attend. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact info@compassionandwisdom.org \nWhat Happens after the training?\nParticipants are invited to attend Module 3 of the Facilitation Skills Training where you will explore embodied facilitation\, intentional facilitation moves and working with complexity. Dates TBC \nGenerosity\nIn a spirit of generosity this training is offered on a donate what you can basis\, with a suggested donation of £25. To make a donation of any amount\, please visit our support page. \n**As always all of our trainings and courses are offered free to ordained sangha\, this one included. \nWho are the trainers? \nWendy Ridley- Wendy is a Senior  Faculty member teaching all levels of 16 Guidelines\, 16G for children and teens\, Unlocking Your Potential and Building Balanced Empathy and training our next generation of facilitators. She is an Education Consultant and is on the FDCW board. \nWendy has over 30 years experience working in education – as a teacher\, university lecturer\, local education authority adviser and consultant specialising in religious education and diversity issues. This provided her with skills and passion to develop\, deliver and oversee training programmes so she thrives on the sharing involved in facilitating 16G workshops and developing UE materials. \nLizzy Lewis- Lizzy is a 16 Guidelines Level 1 facilitator based in West Sussex (UK.). She has worked in education for the past 27 years as a teacher\, teacher educator\, senior charity manager\, consultant and writer. \nShe specializes in Philosophy for Children (P4C)\, Mindfulness\, Oracy\, Global Education and Values-based Education. \nYou can watch Lizzy leading a short meditation on ‘Enhancing Friend Connections‘\, Lizzy shared this meditation during the Growing Compassionate Hearts Conference. It invites us to reflect on our friends ‘What is it that makes a good friend?’ and ‘How can we be one?’
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/facilitator-skills-training-module-2-practicing-putting-skills-into-practice-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Online:  A MINDFUL HEART - Weekly sessions for a happier\, more meaningful life!
DESCRIPTION:About the Course and the Sessions\nA Mindful Heart is a new 12-week course developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW)\, inspired by Pam Cayton’s Creating Compassionate Cultures program and currently being offered as a pilot by Land of Joy. \nThis course is designed to support participants in developing a deeper understanding of how the mind works\, gradually letting go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nWhat Will Be Offered\nA Mindful Heart is a structured 12-week program designed to help participants understand the mind\, transform patterns\, and live with purpose. The course explores three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion\, guiding participants toward a happier\, more meaningful life. \nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions: \nSession 1: The Pursuit of HappinessSession 2: Understanding How Things ExistSession 3: Developing Healthy Self-ConfidenceSession 4: Compassion – Opening the HeartSession 5: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical ThinkingSession 6: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?Session 7: InterconnectionSession 8: Embracing ChangeSession 9: PerceptionSession 10: Transforming Harmful EmotionsSession 11: EmpathySession 12: Cultivating Compassion \n\n\nWho is the Course For?\n\nThis course is for anyone who: \n\nWould like to understand the mind and change unhelpful patterns: Explore how thoughts and emotions shape experience\, and learn practical ways to respond with greater clarity and balance.\nIs seeking meaningful\, grounded personal growth: Develop healthy self-confidence\, emotional resilience\, and a clearer sense of purpose—step by step\, without quick fixes or dogma.\nCares about compassion in daily life: Cultivate compassion as a lived skill\, starting with yourself and naturally extending to your relationships and community.\nValues reflective learning in a supportive environment: Whether you’re new to mindfulness or already experienced\, the course offers accessible practices\, thoughtful dialogue\, and flexible ways to participate.\n\nNo previous experience of Buddhism or retreat is needed\, just openness and curiosity. \n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\n\nIs there anyone who doesn’t want to experience more spaciousness\, contentment and joy? The message of the Buddha is that this is definitely possible\, whatever practical difficulties we might be facing in our everyday life. \nThis retreat will offer the opportunity to: \n\nGain clearer understanding of your mind and habits\nBuild emotional strength and healthy self-confidence\nDevelop practical\, lived compassion for yourself and others\nAlign your life more closely with what truly matters\n\n\nCost and Schedule\nThis program is offered by donation. \nDate: Wednesdays 7pm-8:10pm from the 18th February until 3rd June with a 4 week break from 15th April until 13th May. \nYou are welcome to commit to the full course or attend on a drop-in-basis \nHow to Book\nFor more information on how to book your place or to make a donation\, please visit the Land of Joy event page here \nFacilitator \nWendy Ridley – \nWendy worked for many years in education – as a teacher\, university lecturer\, Education Authority advisor\, and education consultant. This has provided her with skills and passion to develop and deliver training programmes. Since attending her first meditation course in 1976 she has volunteered in six very different meditation centres. Wendy is a senior FDCW Faculty member teaching internationally all levels of FDCW’s programmes and is the FPMT Service Seminar Co-Ordinator. She is an FDCW board\, member\, a trained yoga teacher\, and has enjoyed many retreats.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/online-a-mindful-heart-weekly-sessions-for-a-happier-more-meaningful-life/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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SUMMARY:16 Attitudes pour Mieux Communiquer  | en français avec Mabel Odessey
DESCRIPTION:Aperçu de l’atelier :\nToute communication commence par une intention : apprendre à la formuler en accord avec le coeur\, nous permet de communiquer avec plus de clarté\, de présence et de bienveillance. \nCet atelier s’appuie sur la méditation de pleine conscience\, l’écoute active\, la communication non verbale et l’empathie\, en intégrant des approches issues de la psychologie occidentale et les 16 attitudes. \nExpérientiel et participatif\, comme tous les ateliers d’Éducation Universelle\, ce stage propose des outils pratiques pour renforcer la connexion et créer des relations plus harmonieuses. \nÊtre vu et compris est un besoin universel. En reconnaissant nos besoins et ceux des autres\, nous ouvrons la voie à une communication plus consciente et authentique. \nL’atelier se base sur les 16 Attitudes pour mieux vivre qui offrent un cadre de sagesse millénaire pour explorer notre manière de communiquer et développer une communication plus consciente\, claire et bienveillante. \nCet atelier d’une journée est ouvert à tous à partir de 12 ans. Avec Mabel Odessey \nParticipation\npar donation avec une suggestion de 40€ par jour \nSchedule\nDATE: 22 et 23 mai 2026/ 10.00-17.30\nINSCRIPTIONS : 16attitudes@gmail.com \nFacilitatrice:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMabel Odessey is a trained  16G Level 1\, Level 2 and 16G for Children and Teens as well as Building Balanced Empathy facilitator. She is a founder member of Education Universelle France and she also works as a photographer and lives in France. \nMabel has completed the 2nd year MSc (Masters in Mindfulness and Compassion) at the University of the West of Scotland\, and has received a post graduate diploma. She has been trained to teach the MBLC and CBLC course by the UK Mindfulness Association.. \nHer workshop on Kindful Communication was featured at the FDCW’s Compassion and Wisdom conference 2021
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/16-attitudes16-pour-mieux-communiquer-en-francais-avec-mabel-odessey/
LOCATION:Vajra Yogini\, les clauzades\, Marzens\, tarn\, 81500\, France
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190347
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles with Conversations that Matter: Gaining Clarity and Mutual Understanding
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circles with Conversations That Matter \nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitator Janna Weiss and Maria Trottman open to everybody! \nA new series of 5 sessions based on the 16 Guidelines resource: Conversations That Matter \nConversations That Matter offers a new way of bringing inspiration for wise and compassionate action based on the 16 Guidelines for Life. \nSessions Schedule:\n5 Sundays from May 3 to May 31 – You can join any session! \n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET / 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm GMT / 10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\, please check\nyour time zone here. \nThe 5 sessions will explore the Wisdom Theme: How We Find Meaning \n\nMay 3 Wisdom Theme: How We Find Meaning\nMay 10 Aspiration\nMay 17 Principles\nMay 24 Service\nMay 31 Courage\n\nPlease come on time and plan on staying for the full 90 minutes. \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can strengthen clarity\, presence\, and mutual understanding. Drop-ins welcome! \nIf you join\, please come on time and plan on staying for the full 90 minutes. \nJoin Zoom Here  \nWho are these sessions for?\nThese Online Empathy Circles are for people of all ages\, backgrounds and ideas\, who are looking for practical tools to create positive transformation in their homes\, individual lives\, relationships\, community\, or workplace \nAbout the Empathy Circles\nThe Empathy Circle practice is the most effective gateway practice for learning\, practicing and deepening listening and empathy skills\, as well as\, nurturing an empathic way of being. \nThe Empathy Circle provides a clearly structured dialogue process that supports respectful dialogue\, and equal participation. Participants take turns listening without giving advice\, interrupting\, or debating\, and each speaker feels fully heard and understood. \nThe practice is practical and applicable to everyday conversations\, and when navigating difficult conversations. The Empathy Circle practice not only hones empathy but also fosters a range of valuable skills\, such as communication and conflict management skills\, making it a powerful tool for personal growth\, conflict resolutions and meaningful dialogue. \nThe Empathy Circle was developed by Edwin Rutsch\, founder and director of The Empathy Center\, based on the work of psychologist Carl Rogers. The four core values of the Empathy Circle are empathy\, mutuality\, openness and caring \nIf you want to know more about the Empathy Circles\, please check  the June 2023 Summit\, and Empathy Circles with CTM/16G at the Nov 2024 Empathy Summit\, as well as other circles that Janna and others have led. \nWatch: How To Take Part in a Basic Empathy Circle ~ 9 minutes \nPosted here with transcript\, and here on Janna’s YouTube \nAbout the facilitators:\nJanna is an acupuncturist and herbalist\, and teaches mind science in New York City. She holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin in Biological Sciences—Botany (ethnobotany). Janna is also a human rights activist\, for peace\, for Tibet\, for the rights of people with psychosocial disabilities\, and for the real rights of children and families. Janna began studying Tibetan Buddhism in 2005. She is a trained 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator and Trainer. \nMaria is an Empathy Circle Facilitator and a student of the 16 Guidelines. She is passionate about Empathy Circles and the way this simple dialogue structure\, grounded in active listening\, can foster connection\, clarity\, and mutuality. Maria holds a PhD in Economics and works as a data analyst in the health sector. \nSupporting Janna and the Empathy Circles: please\, consider supporting Janna so that she can continue to offer these transformative sessions by making a donation scanning the QR code below or by making a donation on the dedicated page  https://tinyurl.com/nhcxcrcw \nJoin Zoom Here
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/empathy-circles-with-conversations-that-matter-gaining-clarity-and-mutual-understanding-2/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260525T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260525T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190347
CREATED:20260202T104736Z
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SUMMARY:En Ligne: Un Coeur Attentif  | en Français
DESCRIPTION:*Please note this series is offered in French. \nComprendre l’esprit pour transformer ses schémas destructeurs et donner du sens à sa vie\nAperçu des Séances :\n« Un cœur attentif » est un programme de 12 semaines\, développé par la Fondation pour le développement de la compassion et de la sagesse (FDCW)\, une organisation affiliée à la FPMT et qui propose des programmes laïques. \nCe programme s’inspire de celui créé par Pam Cayton\, « Créer des cultures de compassion »\, pour aider les participants à développer la compréhension du fonctionnement de leur esprit. L’objectif est de se libérer progressivement des schémas de pensée et des comportements destructeurs\, tout en cultivant une vie pleine de sens et des relations plus authentiques\, harmonieuses et empreintes de compassion. \nLe programme se déroule sur 12 séances d’une heure :\n\nSéance 1: La quête du bonheur\nSéance 2: Comprendre comment les choses existent\nSéance 3: Développer une saine confiance en soi\nSéance 4: La compassion – Ouvrir son cœur\nSéance 5: Pleine conscience\, réflexion et pensée critique\nSéance 6: L’intention consciente : Qu’est-ce que je veux vraiment ?\nSéance 7: L’interconnexion\nSéance 8: Accueillir le changement\nSéance 9: La perception\nSéance 10: Transformer les émotions néfastes\nSéance 11: L’empathie\nSéance 12: Cultiver la compassion\n\nChaque séance se composera d’un court enseignement\, de méditations guidées et d’un temps de partage. Pour ceux qui le souhaitent\, des liens vers des vidéos seront proposés pour approfondir le sujet entre chaque rencontre. \nCe programme est ouvert à tous. S’il est recommandé de suivre l’ensemble du programme\, il est possible de ne suivre qu’une partie des séances. \nSchedule\n\nDATE: Lundi soir\, 16 March-30 March. 20 &27April\, 11 May-25May\, 8 June-22 June\nHORAIRE: 19:00 -20:00 CET\nLIEU: En ligne\nFACILITATRICES: Virginie Cornet-Butcher et Isabelle\nPARTICIPATION: non adhérent : 5 €\, adhérent : 4 €\, membre soutien : 0 €\nINSCRIPTIONS ICI\n\n\n\n\n  \nMeet the Facilitators:\n\n\n\n\n\nPsychologue de formation\, Virginie Cornet-Boucher étudie le bouddhisme depuis une vingtaine d’années et elle est enseignante certifiée de la FPMT. Elle facilite différents ateliers au centre\, associant les savoirs de la psychologie occidentale et ceux de la psychologie bouddhiste. \nRésolument engagée dans les programmes et les pratiques du centre Kalachakra\, Isabelle est étudiante du PEBA (Programme d’Études Bouddhiques Approfondi) depuis trois ans ; elle conduit des méditations lors de différents rendez-vous (méditation du mercredi\, méditation du matin\, PEBA…
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/en-ligne-un-coeur-attentif-en-francais/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:Centre Kalachakra\, 5 Pass. Delessert\, Paris\, 75010\, France
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Centre Kalachakra":MAILTO:info@centre-kalachakra.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T201000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190347
CREATED:20260105T162042Z
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SUMMARY:Online:  A MINDFUL HEART - Weekly sessions for a happier\, more meaningful life!
DESCRIPTION:About the Course and the Sessions\nA Mindful Heart is a new 12-week course developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW)\, inspired by Pam Cayton’s Creating Compassionate Cultures program and currently being offered as a pilot by Land of Joy. \nThis course is designed to support participants in developing a deeper understanding of how the mind works\, gradually letting go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nWhat Will Be Offered\nA Mindful Heart is a structured 12-week program designed to help participants understand the mind\, transform patterns\, and live with purpose. The course explores three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion\, guiding participants toward a happier\, more meaningful life. \nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions: \nSession 1: The Pursuit of HappinessSession 2: Understanding How Things ExistSession 3: Developing Healthy Self-ConfidenceSession 4: Compassion – Opening the HeartSession 5: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical ThinkingSession 6: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?Session 7: InterconnectionSession 8: Embracing ChangeSession 9: PerceptionSession 10: Transforming Harmful EmotionsSession 11: EmpathySession 12: Cultivating Compassion \n\n\nWho is the Course For?\n\nThis course is for anyone who: \n\nWould like to understand the mind and change unhelpful patterns: Explore how thoughts and emotions shape experience\, and learn practical ways to respond with greater clarity and balance.\nIs seeking meaningful\, grounded personal growth: Develop healthy self-confidence\, emotional resilience\, and a clearer sense of purpose—step by step\, without quick fixes or dogma.\nCares about compassion in daily life: Cultivate compassion as a lived skill\, starting with yourself and naturally extending to your relationships and community.\nValues reflective learning in a supportive environment: Whether you’re new to mindfulness or already experienced\, the course offers accessible practices\, thoughtful dialogue\, and flexible ways to participate.\n\nNo previous experience of Buddhism or retreat is needed\, just openness and curiosity. \n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\n\nIs there anyone who doesn’t want to experience more spaciousness\, contentment and joy? The message of the Buddha is that this is definitely possible\, whatever practical difficulties we might be facing in our everyday life. \nThis retreat will offer the opportunity to: \n\nGain clearer understanding of your mind and habits\nBuild emotional strength and healthy self-confidence\nDevelop practical\, lived compassion for yourself and others\nAlign your life more closely with what truly matters\n\n\nCost and Schedule\nThis program is offered by donation. \nDate: Wednesdays 7pm-8:10pm from the 18th February until 3rd June with a 4 week break from 15th April until 13th May. \nYou are welcome to commit to the full course or attend on a drop-in-basis \nHow to Book\nFor more information on how to book your place or to make a donation\, please visit the Land of Joy event page here \nFacilitator \nWendy Ridley – \nWendy worked for many years in education – as a teacher\, university lecturer\, Education Authority advisor\, and education consultant. This has provided her with skills and passion to develop and deliver training programmes. Since attending her first meditation course in 1976 she has volunteered in six very different meditation centres. Wendy is a senior FDCW Faculty member teaching internationally all levels of FDCW’s programmes and is the FPMT Service Seminar Co-Ordinator. She is an FDCW board\, member\, a trained yoga teacher\, and has enjoyed many retreats.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/online-a-mindful-heart-weekly-sessions-for-a-happier-more-meaningful-life/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T193000
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles with Conversations that Matter: Gaining Clarity and Mutual Understanding
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circles with Conversations That Matter \nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitator Janna Weiss and Maria Trottman open to everybody! \nA new series of 5 sessions based on the 16 Guidelines resource: Conversations That Matter \nConversations That Matter offers a new way of bringing inspiration for wise and compassionate action based on the 16 Guidelines for Life. \nSessions Schedule:\n5 Sundays from May 3 to May 31 – You can join any session! \n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET / 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm GMT / 10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\, please check\nyour time zone here. \nThe 5 sessions will explore the Wisdom Theme: How We Find Meaning \n\nMay 3 Wisdom Theme: How We Find Meaning\nMay 10 Aspiration\nMay 17 Principles\nMay 24 Service\nMay 31 Courage\n\nPlease come on time and plan on staying for the full 90 minutes. \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can strengthen clarity\, presence\, and mutual understanding. Drop-ins welcome! \nIf you join\, please come on time and plan on staying for the full 90 minutes. \nJoin Zoom Here  \nWho are these sessions for?\nThese Online Empathy Circles are for people of all ages\, backgrounds and ideas\, who are looking for practical tools to create positive transformation in their homes\, individual lives\, relationships\, community\, or workplace \nAbout the Empathy Circles\nThe Empathy Circle practice is the most effective gateway practice for learning\, practicing and deepening listening and empathy skills\, as well as\, nurturing an empathic way of being. \nThe Empathy Circle provides a clearly structured dialogue process that supports respectful dialogue\, and equal participation. Participants take turns listening without giving advice\, interrupting\, or debating\, and each speaker feels fully heard and understood. \nThe practice is practical and applicable to everyday conversations\, and when navigating difficult conversations. The Empathy Circle practice not only hones empathy but also fosters a range of valuable skills\, such as communication and conflict management skills\, making it a powerful tool for personal growth\, conflict resolutions and meaningful dialogue. \nThe Empathy Circle was developed by Edwin Rutsch\, founder and director of The Empathy Center\, based on the work of psychologist Carl Rogers. The four core values of the Empathy Circle are empathy\, mutuality\, openness and caring \nIf you want to know more about the Empathy Circles\, please check  the June 2023 Summit\, and Empathy Circles with CTM/16G at the Nov 2024 Empathy Summit\, as well as other circles that Janna and others have led. \nWatch: How To Take Part in a Basic Empathy Circle ~ 9 minutes \nPosted here with transcript\, and here on Janna’s YouTube \nAbout the facilitators:\nJanna is an acupuncturist and herbalist\, and teaches mind science in New York City. She holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin in Biological Sciences—Botany (ethnobotany). Janna is also a human rights activist\, for peace\, for Tibet\, for the rights of people with psychosocial disabilities\, and for the real rights of children and families. Janna began studying Tibetan Buddhism in 2005. She is a trained 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator and Trainer. \nMaria is an Empathy Circle Facilitator and a student of the 16 Guidelines. She is passionate about Empathy Circles and the way this simple dialogue structure\, grounded in active listening\, can foster connection\, clarity\, and mutuality. Maria holds a PhD in Economics and works as a data analyst in the health sector. \nSupporting Janna and the Empathy Circles: please\, consider supporting Janna so that she can continue to offer these transformative sessions by making a donation scanning the QR code below or by making a donation on the dedicated page  https://tinyurl.com/nhcxcrcw \nJoin Zoom Here
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/empathy-circles-with-conversations-that-matter-gaining-clarity-and-mutual-understanding-2/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart: Online Monday sessions organized by the Centre for Wisdom and Compassion
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nThe Mindful Heart course is inspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. \nGrounded in three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion. These pathways guide you towards a happier\, more meaningful life by fostering inner growth and a warmer connection with others. \nDesigned to help you develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nYou are invited to reflect on your attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns. By exploring the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply connected our inner and outer realities truly are. \nWe examine both logical and scientific perspectives on the nature of the self and our relationships with others. \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach  gathering begins with a calming meditation to fully arrive\, followed by an inspiring discussion on  a way of being that enriches your everyday life such as interconnection\, empathy\, compassion… We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embrace that way of being fully. \nEach session has a particular focus but you can attend the sessions independently of each other: \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  \n\nSchedule and Themes\nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions:- \n\n12-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart I The pursuit of happiness\n19-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: 19-20 A Mindful Heart II How. Things exist\n26-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart III Developing Healthy Self-Confidence\n2-2-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IV: Opening the Heart\n\nBreak rest of February and March \n\n13-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart V: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical Thinking\n20-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VI: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?\n27-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VII: Interconnection\n4-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VIII: Embracing Change\n11-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IX: Perception\n18-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart X: Transforming Harmful Emotions\n1-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XI: Empathy\n8-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XII: Cultivating Compassion\n\n\n\n\nHow to Register and Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions are organized by The  centre for Wisdom and Compassion and are offered online on Mondays on the above dates \nSuggested donation:   25 kr. for each session (or more if you like) \nThe suggested amount helps support teacher offerings and expenses\, direct costs and rent.  \nFor more information and to register\, please visit the event page
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-online-monday-sessions-organized-by-the-centre-for-wisdom-and-compassion/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Tong-Nyi Nying-Je Ling\, Denmark
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Online:  A MINDFUL HEART - Weekly sessions for a happier\, more meaningful life!
DESCRIPTION:About the Course and the Sessions\nA Mindful Heart is a new 12-week course developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW)\, inspired by Pam Cayton’s Creating Compassionate Cultures program and currently being offered as a pilot by Land of Joy. \nThis course is designed to support participants in developing a deeper understanding of how the mind works\, gradually letting go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nWhat Will Be Offered\nA Mindful Heart is a structured 12-week program designed to help participants understand the mind\, transform patterns\, and live with purpose. The course explores three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion\, guiding participants toward a happier\, more meaningful life. \nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions: \nSession 1: The Pursuit of HappinessSession 2: Understanding How Things ExistSession 3: Developing Healthy Self-ConfidenceSession 4: Compassion – Opening the HeartSession 5: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical ThinkingSession 6: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?Session 7: InterconnectionSession 8: Embracing ChangeSession 9: PerceptionSession 10: Transforming Harmful EmotionsSession 11: EmpathySession 12: Cultivating Compassion \n\n\nWho is the Course For?\n\nThis course is for anyone who: \n\nWould like to understand the mind and change unhelpful patterns: Explore how thoughts and emotions shape experience\, and learn practical ways to respond with greater clarity and balance.\nIs seeking meaningful\, grounded personal growth: Develop healthy self-confidence\, emotional resilience\, and a clearer sense of purpose—step by step\, without quick fixes or dogma.\nCares about compassion in daily life: Cultivate compassion as a lived skill\, starting with yourself and naturally extending to your relationships and community.\nValues reflective learning in a supportive environment: Whether you’re new to mindfulness or already experienced\, the course offers accessible practices\, thoughtful dialogue\, and flexible ways to participate.\n\nNo previous experience of Buddhism or retreat is needed\, just openness and curiosity. \n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\n\nIs there anyone who doesn’t want to experience more spaciousness\, contentment and joy? The message of the Buddha is that this is definitely possible\, whatever practical difficulties we might be facing in our everyday life. \nThis retreat will offer the opportunity to: \n\nGain clearer understanding of your mind and habits\nBuild emotional strength and healthy self-confidence\nDevelop practical\, lived compassion for yourself and others\nAlign your life more closely with what truly matters\n\n\nCost and Schedule\nThis program is offered by donation. \nDate: Wednesdays 7pm-8:10pm from the 18th February until 3rd June with a 4 week break from 15th April until 13th May. \nYou are welcome to commit to the full course or attend on a drop-in-basis \nHow to Book\nFor more information on how to book your place or to make a donation\, please visit the Land of Joy event page here \nFacilitator \nWendy Ridley – \nWendy worked for many years in education – as a teacher\, university lecturer\, Education Authority advisor\, and education consultant. This has provided her with skills and passion to develop and deliver training programmes. Since attending her first meditation course in 1976 she has volunteered in six very different meditation centres. Wendy is a senior FDCW Faculty member teaching internationally all levels of FDCW’s programmes and is the FPMT Service Seminar Co-Ordinator. She is an FDCW board\, member\, a trained yoga teacher\, and has enjoyed many retreats.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/online-a-mindful-heart-weekly-sessions-for-a-happier-more-meaningful-life/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart: Online Monday sessions organized by the Centre for Wisdom and Compassion
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nThe Mindful Heart course is inspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. \nGrounded in three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion. These pathways guide you towards a happier\, more meaningful life by fostering inner growth and a warmer connection with others. \nDesigned to help you develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nYou are invited to reflect on your attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns. By exploring the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply connected our inner and outer realities truly are. \nWe examine both logical and scientific perspectives on the nature of the self and our relationships with others. \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach  gathering begins with a calming meditation to fully arrive\, followed by an inspiring discussion on  a way of being that enriches your everyday life such as interconnection\, empathy\, compassion… We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embrace that way of being fully. \nEach session has a particular focus but you can attend the sessions independently of each other: \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  \n\nSchedule and Themes\nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions:- \n\n12-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart I The pursuit of happiness\n19-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: 19-20 A Mindful Heart II How. Things exist\n26-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart III Developing Healthy Self-Confidence\n2-2-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IV: Opening the Heart\n\nBreak rest of February and March \n\n13-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart V: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical Thinking\n20-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VI: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?\n27-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VII: Interconnection\n4-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VIII: Embracing Change\n11-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IX: Perception\n18-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart X: Transforming Harmful Emotions\n1-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XI: Empathy\n8-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XII: Cultivating Compassion\n\n\n\n\nHow to Register and Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions are organized by The  centre for Wisdom and Compassion and are offered online on Mondays on the above dates \nSuggested donation:   25 kr. for each session (or more if you like) \nThe suggested amount helps support teacher offerings and expenses\, direct costs and rent.  \nFor more information and to register\, please visit the event page
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-online-monday-sessions-organized-by-the-centre-for-wisdom-and-compassion/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Tong-Nyi Nying-Je Ling\, Denmark
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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SUMMARY:En Ligne: Un Coeur Attentif  | en Français
DESCRIPTION:*Please note this series is offered in French. \nComprendre l’esprit pour transformer ses schémas destructeurs et donner du sens à sa vie\nAperçu des Séances :\n« Un cœur attentif » est un programme de 12 semaines\, développé par la Fondation pour le développement de la compassion et de la sagesse (FDCW)\, une organisation affiliée à la FPMT et qui propose des programmes laïques. \nCe programme s’inspire de celui créé par Pam Cayton\, « Créer des cultures de compassion »\, pour aider les participants à développer la compréhension du fonctionnement de leur esprit. L’objectif est de se libérer progressivement des schémas de pensée et des comportements destructeurs\, tout en cultivant une vie pleine de sens et des relations plus authentiques\, harmonieuses et empreintes de compassion. \nLe programme se déroule sur 12 séances d’une heure :\n\nSéance 1: La quête du bonheur\nSéance 2: Comprendre comment les choses existent\nSéance 3: Développer une saine confiance en soi\nSéance 4: La compassion – Ouvrir son cœur\nSéance 5: Pleine conscience\, réflexion et pensée critique\nSéance 6: L’intention consciente : Qu’est-ce que je veux vraiment ?\nSéance 7: L’interconnexion\nSéance 8: Accueillir le changement\nSéance 9: La perception\nSéance 10: Transformer les émotions néfastes\nSéance 11: L’empathie\nSéance 12: Cultiver la compassion\n\nChaque séance se composera d’un court enseignement\, de méditations guidées et d’un temps de partage. Pour ceux qui le souhaitent\, des liens vers des vidéos seront proposés pour approfondir le sujet entre chaque rencontre. \nCe programme est ouvert à tous. S’il est recommandé de suivre l’ensemble du programme\, il est possible de ne suivre qu’une partie des séances. \nSchedule\n\nDATE: Lundi soir\, 16 March-30 March. 20 &27April\, 11 May-25May\, 8 June-22 June\nHORAIRE: 19:00 -20:00 CET\nLIEU: En ligne\nFACILITATRICES: Virginie Cornet-Butcher et Isabelle\nPARTICIPATION: non adhérent : 5 €\, adhérent : 4 €\, membre soutien : 0 €\nINSCRIPTIONS ICI\n\n\n\n\n  \nMeet the Facilitators:\n\n\n\n\n\nPsychologue de formation\, Virginie Cornet-Boucher étudie le bouddhisme depuis une vingtaine d’années et elle est enseignante certifiée de la FPMT. Elle facilite différents ateliers au centre\, associant les savoirs de la psychologie occidentale et ceux de la psychologie bouddhiste. \nRésolument engagée dans les programmes et les pratiques du centre Kalachakra\, Isabelle est étudiante du PEBA (Programme d’Études Bouddhiques Approfondi) depuis trois ans ; elle conduit des méditations lors de différents rendez-vous (méditation du mercredi\, méditation du matin\, PEBA…
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/en-ligne-un-coeur-attentif-en-francais/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Centre Kalachakra\, 5 Pass. Delessert\, Paris\, 75010\, France
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Centre Kalachakra":MAILTO:info@centre-kalachakra.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260614T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190347
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SUMMARY:Cultiver la Compassion\, l’Art de s’Aimer - Atelier avec Hilary McMichael
DESCRIPTION:*Please note\, this weekend workshop is offered in French \n\n\nUne définition de la compassion pourrait s’articuler ainsi : une sensibilité à la souffrance\, tant en nous-même qu’en autrui\, associée à un engagement pour alléger et prévenir cette souffrance. \n\n\n\n\nLa dimension courageuse de la compassion réside dans la volonté d’appréhender la nature et les origines de la souffrance\, qu’elle émane de nous\, des autres\, ou de la condition humaine. Cette bienveillance se déploie dans trois directions: manifester de la compassion envers autrui\, accueillir la compassion d’autrui\, et cultiver une compassion envers notre propre être. \n\n\n\n\nL’autocompassion se présente comme la capacité de nous prodiguer les mêmes douceurs et égards que nous réservons naturellement à un ami cher. \n\n\nOverview \nL’atelier sur la compassion et la pleine conscience est une exploration créative et joyeuse de nouvelles voies de vie. Celle-ci débute en notre for intérieur\, envers cette personne que nous négligeons bien souvent au profit des autres êtres. \nProgressivement\, ce cercle d’amour s’étend jusqu’à reconnaître l’interconnexion qui nous relie à toute chose\, et à se sentir en harmonie avec la vie. \n\n« Si les mots sortent du cœur\, ils vont entrer dans le cœur. » \nRûmi. \n\n\nFormat\nCes ateliers sont expérientiels avec des exercices et des pratiques concrètes. En s’appuyant sur des techniques ancrées dans la compassion et la pleine conscience\, nous apprenons à traverser nos moments de peine et de douleur. Cette approche nous invite à avoir davantage de douceur et à juger moins sévèrement nos imperfections. Ces pratiques autorisent les participants à aborder les moments ardues de leur existence avec bienveillance\, présence et compréhension. La dimension de la mindfulness constitue le point d’entrée pour une prise de conscience approfondie du fonctionnement de notre esprit et de nos habitudes. \n\n\n\n\nPlutôt que d’ignorer votre douleur\, offrez-vous une pause\, une inspiration\, et dites-vous : ” En ce moment\, c’est réellement difficile. Comment puis-je me réconforter et prendre soin de moi ? ” \nL’atelier se déroule dans différents formats. \n\nUne à deux jours en résidentiel\nSix séances de deux heures par semaine en ligne par visio\nDes matinées ou soirées thématiques en ligne par visio\n\n\n\n\nPlus d’infos:\n\n\n\nDate: 13 et 14 juin 2026\, 10.00-17.30\nTarif: 80€\nTarif réduit sur demande\nLieu: Institut Vajra Yogini\, 81500 Marzens\nRenseignements par email : hilary.educationuniverselle@gmail.com\nPour plus d’informations et pour les réservations\, veuillez consulter: https://educationuniversellefrance.fr/compassion/ \n\n\n\nFacilitatrice\n\nHilary McMichael: Anglaise d’origine\, méditerranéenne de cœur\, je suis investie dans les programmes d’Éducation Universelle depuis 2009\, d’abord en tant que traductrice des enseignantes venues de pays anglo-saxons\, ensuite comme formatrice. Je facilite désormais les 16 Attitudes ainsi que les Méthodes de Transformative Mindfulness (la Pleine Conscience Transformative) ainsi qu’un programme sur la compassion. Je suis aussi formatrice qualifiée pour enseigner le cycle MBSR (la réduction du stress et la gestion des émotions par la pleine conscience) de Jon Kabat-Zinn. J’aime beaucoup enseigner et partager ces pratiques avec des groupes et en session individuelle. La pleine conscience de notre corps\, de notre respiration et de notre esprit nous permet d’être mieux physiquement et mentalement. Ces programmes nous donnent des outils pratiques pour nous transformer. \nMa première passion de la peinture et du dessin\, (diplômée par l’École Nationale des Beaux-Arts de Montpellier) est devenue un moyen d’expression qui rassemble ma créativité et ma vie spirituelle. \nJardinière et randonneuse\, ma philosophie de vie m’amène vers la sobriété heureuse et joyeuse\, faite de valeurs d’accompagnement\, de paix et de confiance.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/cultiver-la-compassion-lart-de-saimer-aterlier-avec-hilary-mcmichael/
LOCATION:Vajra Yogini\, les clauzades\, Marzens\, tarn\, 81500\, France
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260615T200000
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SUMMARY:En Ligne: Un Coeur Attentif  | en Français
DESCRIPTION:*Please note this series is offered in French. \nComprendre l’esprit pour transformer ses schémas destructeurs et donner du sens à sa vie\nAperçu des Séances :\n« Un cœur attentif » est un programme de 12 semaines\, développé par la Fondation pour le développement de la compassion et de la sagesse (FDCW)\, une organisation affiliée à la FPMT et qui propose des programmes laïques. \nCe programme s’inspire de celui créé par Pam Cayton\, « Créer des cultures de compassion »\, pour aider les participants à développer la compréhension du fonctionnement de leur esprit. L’objectif est de se libérer progressivement des schémas de pensée et des comportements destructeurs\, tout en cultivant une vie pleine de sens et des relations plus authentiques\, harmonieuses et empreintes de compassion. \nLe programme se déroule sur 12 séances d’une heure :\n\nSéance 1: La quête du bonheur\nSéance 2: Comprendre comment les choses existent\nSéance 3: Développer une saine confiance en soi\nSéance 4: La compassion – Ouvrir son cœur\nSéance 5: Pleine conscience\, réflexion et pensée critique\nSéance 6: L’intention consciente : Qu’est-ce que je veux vraiment ?\nSéance 7: L’interconnexion\nSéance 8: Accueillir le changement\nSéance 9: La perception\nSéance 10: Transformer les émotions néfastes\nSéance 11: L’empathie\nSéance 12: Cultiver la compassion\n\nChaque séance se composera d’un court enseignement\, de méditations guidées et d’un temps de partage. Pour ceux qui le souhaitent\, des liens vers des vidéos seront proposés pour approfondir le sujet entre chaque rencontre. \nCe programme est ouvert à tous. S’il est recommandé de suivre l’ensemble du programme\, il est possible de ne suivre qu’une partie des séances. \nSchedule\n\nDATE: Lundi soir\, 16 March-30 March. 20 &27April\, 11 May-25May\, 8 June-22 June\nHORAIRE: 19:00 -20:00 CET\nLIEU: En ligne\nFACILITATRICES: Virginie Cornet-Butcher et Isabelle\nPARTICIPATION: non adhérent : 5 €\, adhérent : 4 €\, membre soutien : 0 €\nINSCRIPTIONS ICI\n\n\n\n\n  \nMeet the Facilitators:\n\n\n\n\n\nPsychologue de formation\, Virginie Cornet-Boucher étudie le bouddhisme depuis une vingtaine d’années et elle est enseignante certifiée de la FPMT. Elle facilite différents ateliers au centre\, associant les savoirs de la psychologie occidentale et ceux de la psychologie bouddhiste. \nRésolument engagée dans les programmes et les pratiques du centre Kalachakra\, Isabelle est étudiante du PEBA (Programme d’Études Bouddhiques Approfondi) depuis trois ans ; elle conduit des méditations lors de différents rendez-vous (méditation du mercredi\, méditation du matin\, PEBA…
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/en-ligne-un-coeur-attentif-en-francais/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Centre Kalachakra\, 5 Pass. Delessert\, Paris\, 75010\, France
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Rencontre mensuelle des 16 Attitudes | en ligne et en français
DESCRIPTION:Aperçu de la sesion:\nUne rencontre conviviale consacrée à explorer une pratique des ateliers sur les 16 Attitudes. Le 16 mars\, 16 avril\, 16 mai et 16 June\, 18.30- 19.30 CET. \nPlus d’infos:\n\n\nAdresse mail: hilary.educationuniverselle@gmail.com pour le lien de Zoom. \n  \nFacilitatrices:\nHilary McMichael-Anglaise d’origine\, méditerranéenne de cœur\, je suis investie dans les programmes d’Éducation Universelle depuis 2009\, d’abord en tant que traductrice des enseignantes venues de pays anglo-saxons\, ensuite comme formatrice. Je facilite désormais les 16 Attitudes ainsi que les Méthodes de Transformative Mindfulness (la Pleine Conscience Transformative) ainsi qu’un programme sur la compassion. Je suis aussi formatrice qualifiée pour enseigner le cycle MBSR (la réduction du stress et la gestion des émotions par la pleine conscience) de Jon Kabat-Zinn. J’aime beaucoup enseigner et partager ces pratiques avec des groupes et en session individuelle. La pleine conscience de notre corps\, de notre respiration et de notre esprit nous permet d’être mieux physiquement et mentalement. Ces programmes nous donnent des outils pratiques pour nous transformer. \nMa première passion de la peinture et du dessin\, (diplômée par l’École Nationale des Beaux-Arts de Montpellier) est devenue un moyen d’expression qui rassemble ma créativité et ma vie spirituelle. \nJardinière et randonneuse\, ma philosophie de vie m’amène vers la sobriété heureuse et joyeuse\, faite de valeurs d’accompagnement\, de paix et de confiance. \nMabel Odessey-Actuellement Mabel est étudiante en Masters ‘Mindfulness et Compassion’ à L’université de l’ouest de l’Ecosse (UWS). Elle est membre fondatrice d’Education Universelle France et a suivi des formations de FDCW. \nSon premier formation était aux Beaux Arts en Angleterre. Elle est photographe « engagée »\, travaillant sur des projets qui ouvrent au dialogue et contribuent\, avec les ateliers sténopés\, à changer les perceptions.Elle étudie le bouddhisme et le pratique depuis 2005. Mabel suit des enseignements et retraites de meditation chaque année. Elle amène sa créativité\, sa curiosité et sa joie de partager dans les stages de 16Attitudes. \nMabel est américaine et elle vit en France depuis 1992\, elle parle anglais et français. Une voyageuse de cœur\, elle est prête à se déplacer partout pour faciliter des ateliers.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/rencontre-mensuelle-des-16-attitudes-en-ligne-et-en-francais/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T153000
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SUMMARY:Falling in Love with the Future - An experiential\, Nature Based Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This gathering is for the curious\, the weary\, the wild-hearted. No previous experience is needed—just a willingness to be surprised by your own aliveness. Whether you come alone or with friends\, you’ll be met with warmth\, spaciousness\, and good compost for your soul. \nAbout this Retreat\nJoin us for a beautiful\, relaxing\, and deeply meaningful gathering in the heart of nature—held over the luminous days of the Summer Solstice at the serene sanctuary of Land of Joy. This is not just a retreat. It’s a remembering. A re-rooting. A celebration. From Friday 19th – Monday 22nd June \n\n\n\nWhat’s Alive in This Workshop? \nOver a long summer solstice weekend\, we’ll immerse ourselves in the wild stillness and soft rhythms of the land. Together\, we will: \n\nRest in the quiet magic of reflection spaces\, birdsong\, and breeze.\nShare in the collective joy of meditation\, breath\, and gentle movement under open skies.\nSavour wholesome\, nourishing food\, prepared with care and shared in gratitude.\nGather around the fire in the long golden evenings to celebrate joy\, stories\, and seasonal aliveness.\nPractice being human together—with tenderness\, play\, and deep listening.\nThis is a space to unplug from urgency and reclaim connection—with yourself\, with others\, and with the living world.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy “Fall in Love with the Future”?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecause in a world swirling with uncertainty\, we need new myths. New narratives. New ways of being-with the unknown. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll tend the soil of possibility\, and open to a simple but profound truth: Our joy arises from our natural state of inter-being. \nOver these Solstice days\, we will:\nLearn to love ourselves—as part of nature\, not apart from it.\nLearn to love each other—with kindness\, courage\, and honesty.\nLearn to love the Earth—not as an idea\, but as kin.\nAnd yes… learn to fall in love with the future—not through control\, but through connection. \nWho is this Retreat for:\nThis gathering is for the curious\, the weary\, the wild-hearted. No previous experience is needed—just a willingness to be surprised by your own aliveness. Whether you come alone or with friends\, you’ll be met with warmth\, spaciousness\, and good compost for your soul.\nCome Join Us\nLet this be a pause from performance. A ritual of remembering. A small\, sacred step toward a world where we fall in love—not with perfection\, but with what is still possible.\n✨ Let the land love you back. ✨ Let the future become your ally. ✨ Let yourself come alive \n\nBookings  \nFor more information and bookings\, please visit the Land of Joy dedicated page \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitator: Paul Wielgus -Paul spent a large part of his working life facilitating groups of all sizes\, as well as one to one coaching\, up until 1999 when he left a large organisation to set up his 2 businesses\, Dragonfly Coaching For Life and Social Innovation (2020 Vision). In 2019 he decided to stop all his commercial life to dedicate his time to activism with Extinction Rebellion and XR Buddhists \nHis core belief (and experience) is that in activism and in life\, the most important thing is to learn not how to fix things\, but instead to try to learn how to find creative and courageous\, kind and wise responses to the many challenges we face. Finding Joy is a key aspect of this work. \nHe lives in Somerset with his lovely partner Ros\, where a significant part of their lives is dedicated to serving their unpredictable cat\, Olly.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/falling-in-love-with-the-future-an-experiential-nature-based-workshop/
LOCATION:Land of Joy\, Greenhaugh Hall Greenhaugh\, Hexham Northumberland\, NE48 1PP\, 5MGG+XQ Greenhaugh\, Hexham\, Reino Unido\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260621T173000
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SUMMARY:Atelier-16 Attitudes pour Mieux Vivre Niveau 2 | en Français
DESCRIPTION:Approfondissement après le niveau 1 : Explorer le côté ombre des 16 Attitudes\nAperçu de l’Atelier :\nAprès le niveau 1\, ce cours d’approfondissement vous permet de mieux comprendre votre propre part d’ombre. \nDans ce cours d’approfondissement\, nous mettons en lumière le “côté ombre” des 16 Attitudes. Explorer cette facette\, c’est accéder aux valeurs universelles en examinant leur opposé\, là où nous ressentons de la résistance ou blocage. \nEn reconnaissant et en accueillant ces parts d’ombre présentes en chacun de nous\, nous amorçons un processus de guérison qui nous permet de retrouver notre intégrité et de transformer les énergies néfastes en forces positives. La pratique de la pleine conscience permet d’identifier et accueillir les défis\, les réactions automatiques qui génèrent stress et tensions. \nNous approfondirons également les fondements philosophiques des 16 Attitudes\, ainsi que les quatre thèmes de sagesse qui les structurent. Cela vous aidera à vous sentir plus à l’aise avec ces outils\, dans un cadre riche en échanges. \nApprenez à :\n\n Identifier les défis rencontrés dans votre pratique de la pleine conscience et transformer les réactions automatiques qui génèrent stress et tensions.\nComprendre les fondements philosophiques des 16 Attitudes et les quatre thèmes de sagesse qui les structurent.\nIntégrer\, appliquer et être créatif avec ces outils dans votre quotidien pour faire face aux situations réelles avec plus de conscience et de sérénité.\nCréer du lien avec d’autres participants\, s’engager dans une communauté bienveillante et partager expériences et apprentissages.\n\nLes 16 Attitudes sont : l’humilité\, la patience\, le contentement\, la joie\, la gentillesse\, l’honnêteté\, la générosité\, la parole juste\, le respect\, le pardon\, la gratitude\, la loyauté\, l’aspiration\, les principes\, le service\, le courage. \nSchedule\n\nDATE: 20-21 juin 2026\, 10h – 17h30\nLIEU: Institut Vajra Yogini\, Marzens\, dans le Tarn\nINSCRIPTIONS-16attitudes@gmail.com\n\n\n*Minimum de 8 personnes. \n*Cet atelier est proposé sur la base d’un don\, avec un montant suggéré de 80 €. \n\nCe stage est suivi d’un Niveau 3 pour ceux qui souhaitent devenir facilitateur et sera donné en ligne en fin d’année. 
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/atelier-16-attitudes-pour-mieux-vivre-niveau-2-en-francais/
LOCATION:Vajra Yogini\, les clauzades\, Marzens\, tarn\, 81500\, France
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260622T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260622T200000
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SUMMARY:En Ligne: Un Coeur Attentif  | en Français
DESCRIPTION:*Please note this series is offered in French. \nComprendre l’esprit pour transformer ses schémas destructeurs et donner du sens à sa vie\nAperçu des Séances :\n« Un cœur attentif » est un programme de 12 semaines\, développé par la Fondation pour le développement de la compassion et de la sagesse (FDCW)\, une organisation affiliée à la FPMT et qui propose des programmes laïques. \nCe programme s’inspire de celui créé par Pam Cayton\, « Créer des cultures de compassion »\, pour aider les participants à développer la compréhension du fonctionnement de leur esprit. L’objectif est de se libérer progressivement des schémas de pensée et des comportements destructeurs\, tout en cultivant une vie pleine de sens et des relations plus authentiques\, harmonieuses et empreintes de compassion. \nLe programme se déroule sur 12 séances d’une heure :\n\nSéance 1: La quête du bonheur\nSéance 2: Comprendre comment les choses existent\nSéance 3: Développer une saine confiance en soi\nSéance 4: La compassion – Ouvrir son cœur\nSéance 5: Pleine conscience\, réflexion et pensée critique\nSéance 6: L’intention consciente : Qu’est-ce que je veux vraiment ?\nSéance 7: L’interconnexion\nSéance 8: Accueillir le changement\nSéance 9: La perception\nSéance 10: Transformer les émotions néfastes\nSéance 11: L’empathie\nSéance 12: Cultiver la compassion\n\nChaque séance se composera d’un court enseignement\, de méditations guidées et d’un temps de partage. Pour ceux qui le souhaitent\, des liens vers des vidéos seront proposés pour approfondir le sujet entre chaque rencontre. \nCe programme est ouvert à tous. S’il est recommandé de suivre l’ensemble du programme\, il est possible de ne suivre qu’une partie des séances. \nSchedule\n\nDATE: Lundi soir\, 16 March-30 March. 20 &27April\, 11 May-25May\, 8 June-22 June\nHORAIRE: 19:00 -20:00 CET\nLIEU: En ligne\nFACILITATRICES: Virginie Cornet-Butcher et Isabelle\nPARTICIPATION: non adhérent : 5 €\, adhérent : 4 €\, membre soutien : 0 €\nINSCRIPTIONS ICI\n\n\n\n\n  \nMeet the Facilitators:\n\n\n\n\n\nPsychologue de formation\, Virginie Cornet-Boucher étudie le bouddhisme depuis une vingtaine d’années et elle est enseignante certifiée de la FPMT. Elle facilite différents ateliers au centre\, associant les savoirs de la psychologie occidentale et ceux de la psychologie bouddhiste. \nRésolument engagée dans les programmes et les pratiques du centre Kalachakra\, Isabelle est étudiante du PEBA (Programme d’Études Bouddhiques Approfondi) depuis trois ans ; elle conduit des méditations lors de différents rendez-vous (méditation du mercredi\, méditation du matin\, PEBA…
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/en-ligne-un-coeur-attentif-en-francais/2026-06-22/
LOCATION:Centre Kalachakra\, 5 Pass. Delessert\, Paris\, 75010\, France
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260627T160000
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart Course in 4 Modules | at Chenrezig Institute (Australia)
DESCRIPTION:Feeling better starts with living better! \nAbout the Event\n\n\n\nA Mindful Heart is a new course developed by FDCW as part of Universal Education. It is designed to support participants in developing a deeper understanding of how the mind works and how this understanding can transform the way we relate to ourselves and others. \nThe course gently guides participants in recognising and gradually letting go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour\, while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. Through guided reflection\, participants are invited to explore their attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns\, gaining insight into how inner experiences shape outer realities. \nBy examining the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply interconnected we truly are. The course draws on both logical and scientific perspectives to explore the nature of the self and our relationships\, offering a balanced and accessible approach to inner inquiry. \nUltimately\, the personal transformation fostered through this course contributes to the creation of more compassionate cultures. How can one person influence a whole culture? The answer lies in understanding interdependence. Every action\, choice\, interaction\, and intention affects others and the broader environment. This principle of cause and effect lies at the heart of all life\, reminding us that individual transformation naturally ripples outward in meaningful ways. \nStructure\nThe course consists of 12 modules\, explored over three separate days\, with four modules each day. Each module builds on the previous one\, and each day builds upon the last. The time between sessions allows space for reflection and practice\, supporting participants to pause\, notice their inner experiences\, and reconnect with the heart of compassion and wisdom. \nThere will be plenty of opportunities for questions and discussion\, supporting the integration of insights and offering practical ways to live with greater mindfulness\, clarity\, and wisdom. \nSchedule\n\n28 March -Course day 1 : Modules 1-4\n25th April– Course day 2:  Modules 5-8\n27th June– Course day 3: Modules 9-12\n\nThis retreat will be held in the Gompa\, available to attend in person and online. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis retreat series welcomes participants of all ages and backgrounds who are seeking practical tools for meaningful change in their life\, home\, relationships\, community or workplace. It will be of particular interest to: Change-makers and anyone working in education\, healthcare\, or helping fields; Yoga\, mindfulness\, and embodiment teachers; Coaches\, mentors\, and those working in corporate or organisational well-being. \n\nBookings\nThe suggested donation for each day of the course is $75. However – you are welcome to offer whatever amount you feel comfortable with. \nSliding scale: $35-$75. \nSangha are always able to attend our courses free of charge\, please contact spc@chenrezig.com.au for discount code to register. \nFor more information and bookings\, please visit the Chenrezig Institute page \nFacilitator\n\n\n\n\n\nVen. Tsultrim was ordained in 2009 at Chenrezig Institute in Australia. She has spent much of the last several years in India and Nepal doing retreat\, listening to different teachers from the Tibetan Buddhist lineages and visiting many pilgrimage sites. She is currently living at Chenrezig Institute and continue working at Karuna Hospice Service in Brisbane as a counsellor and the Spiritual Program Coordinator. She has worked for many years in suicide prevention and intervention.\nShe has a very strong conviction that most of us can find contentment in our lives irrespective of our external circumstances through understanding and training our minds\, particularly through using mindfulness. She has a Bachelor of Counselling\, a Bachelor of Social Science (Social Policy)\, and Master of International Studies (Peace and Conflict Resolution).
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-course-in-4-modules-retreat-at-chenrezig-institute-australia-2/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Chenrezig Institute\, 3 Johnsons Road\, Eudlo\,\, Eudlo\, Queensland\, 4554\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation,Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260709T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260730T210000
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SUMMARY:Embodying the Qualities of Mindfulness with the 16G | Organized by the University of Toronto
DESCRIPTION:About this course\nIn this experiential course  you will reflect on your motivations\, intentions\, values and practices in order to contribute to a secular\, inclusive\, universal and embodied practice. \nDiscussions will surround an ancient set of 16 guidelines inspired by leaders committed to a culture that proposes mindful thought\, values\, relations and compassion-in-action  This course highlights how individuals may embody mindful practices in the everyday. Drawing from an ancient wisdom tradition\, the 16 Guidelines proposes a palette of secular options that cultivate states of the embodied mind.  These guidelines can be integrated into everyday life as a secular practice to optimize one’s human potential as well as to promote a civil society. These include states of mind such as: compassion\, kindness\, authentic speech etc. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n\nUnderstand the concept of the embodied mind.\nInterpret the ancient document known as the 16 Guidelines both historically and in its contemporary application and usage.\nDevelop your own personal guidelines that will provide the scaffolding of your own embodied practice.\n\nSchedule:\nThis course is delivered online on Mondays in 4 online sessions from March 9\, 2026 – March 30\, 2026. Online with Real Time Meetings from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM ( local time) \n\nMon\, March 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 from 11 – 2 pm\n\nStudents must attend all sessions to complete the course. If you miss any of the scheduled dates\, you will need to re-register into the course at a later date. \nMore info\, bookings and cost:\nThe course fee is $365 CAD \nFor more information and bookings\, please visit the University of Toronto web page \nThis course is for educational purposes and is not intended as a substitute for consultation and treatment from a qualified and registered healthcare professional or service provider.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/embodying-the-qualities-of-mindfulness-with-the-16g-organized-by-the-university-of-toronto-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T153000
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SUMMARY:Building Inner Strength with the 16 Guidelines -  Retreat with Wendy Ridley
DESCRIPTION:Feeling overwhelmed by global crises\, work\, family\, or personal challenges? Seeking practical tools for positive change and emotional resilience? This experiential weekend retreat is designed for you. \nAbout the Retreat\n\n\n\nWe will explore embodied mindfulness and universal ethical values in this Level 1 of the 16 Guidelines for Life Program developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW). The program offers a simple yet profound framework for reflecting on how we think\, act\, relate to others\, and find meaning. Through mindfulness\, self-inquiry\, and ethical reflection\, we will gain tools to foster well-being\, purpose\, and inner strength. \nWhat to Expect: \nOver the weekend\, we’ll engage in mindfulness practices including mindful walks in nature\, interactive activities\, and relaxed discussions. Drawing on positive psychology\, neuroscience\, social justice practices\, and centuries-old Eastern philosophy\, this retreat offers a holistic and ethical approach to personal and community transformation. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis retreat welcomes participants of all ages and backgrounds who are seeking practical tools for meaningful change in their life\, home\, relationships\, community or workplace. It will be of particular interest to: Change-makers and anyone working in education\, healthcare\, or helping fields; Yoga\, mindfulness\, and embodiment teachers; Coaches\, mentors\, and those working in corporate or organisational well-being. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nAn ethical framework that inspires more purpose in life and deepens experience in mindfulness as an embodied practice.\nPractical tools to build inner strength which will benefit relationships and embrace community\nA fresh perspective on daily life\, available choices and actions\nEnhanced capacity for reflection\, resulting in more well-being\, emotional resilience and creative action\n\n\nDates and Bookings  \nDate: Friday 17th – Sunday 19th July \nFor more information and bookings\, please visit Land of Joy – 16 Guidelines \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitator \nWendy Ridley – Wendy has 40 years experience working in education – as a teacher\, university lecturer\, education department advisor and consultant specialising in religious education and philosophical enquiry. This has provided her with skills and passion to develop\, deliver and oversee training programmes. Wendy has been involved in the development of FDCW as a Board member since 2004 and as a Senior 16G Facilitator. She has worked in 6 very different Buddhist centres and was the director of Jamyang Buddhist Centre Leeds for over 7 years.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/16g-l1-building-inner-strength-retreat-wendy-ridley/
LOCATION:Land of Joy\, Greenhaugh Hall Greenhaugh\, Hexham Northumberland\, NE48 1PP\, 5MGG+XQ Greenhaugh\, Hexham\, Reino Unido\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260721T173000
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SUMMARY:Rencontre Retraite : La Pleine Conscience et la Compassion | en français
DESCRIPTION:Rencontre Retraite : La pleine conscience et la compassion\, une retraite pour femmes\nAperçu de l’atelier :\nUn stage en résidentiel de 4 jours dédié à la compassion\, la pleine conscience\, la créativité et la nature. \nCet atelier est une expérience transformative pour découvrir nos valeurs profondes. Des exercices expérientiels et doux\, des méditations\, des temps dans la nature pour explorer la quiétude\, du mouvement en douceur permettent d’augmenter nos ressources et d’être plus authentiques. \nLe silence partiel et l’invitation à ralentir\, à apprécier chaque instant présent sont des chemins pour trouver un refuge intérieur. A travers partages\, créativité et une ambiance de bienveillance\, chacune a l’opportunité de cultiver l’autocompassion et l’ouverture vers l’autre. \nPlus d’infos:\n\n\nMixité choisie : Stage réservé aux femmes.  \nDate de début : 18 juillet \nDate de fin : 21 juillet \nHoraires : 10:00h am le premier jour -17:30h le dernier jour.  \nIntervenant: Hilary McMichael \nTarif: 150€ et TR sur demande. \nAdresse mail: hilary.educationuniverselle@gmail.com
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/rencontre-retraite-la-pleine-conscience-et-la-compassion-en-francais-2/
LOCATION:Vajra Yogini\, les clauzades\, Marzens\, tarn\, 81500\, France
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260925T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260927T143000
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SUMMARY:Cultivating a Compassionate and Meaningful Life: An in-person Universal Education Gathering in Scotland
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating a Compassionate and Meaningful Life\nAn in-person Universal Education Gathering in Scotland \nAn Invitation to Pause\, Reflect\, and Reconnect\nJoin us for a nourishing Gathering – Retreat in the heart of Aberdeenshire\, where we’ll explore the 16 Guidelines for Life as a framework for cultivating compassion\, resilience\, and meaningful connections. \nSet against the backdrop of the Scottish countryside\, this gathering offers time to reflect deeply\, connect with like-minded people\, and bring fresh inspiration into your daily life. Together\, we’ll combine gentle practices such as meditation\, journaling\, mindful movement\, and shared reflection to explore how the Guidelines can enrich both inner growth and outer relationships. \nWhat to Expect\nAcross three days\, you’ll be guided through a balanced flow of learning\, practice\, and connection: \nAcross three days\, you’ll be guided through a balanced flow of learning\, practice\, and connection: \nDay 1 – Arriving & Settling\nWarm welcome\, introductions\, and setting intentions\nShared evening meal and meditation to ease into retreat life \nDay 2 – Deepening Practice                                                                                                                                               Morning Qi Gong to awaken body and mind\nExplorations of key Guidelines such as Humility\, Kindness\, Patience\, Generosity\, Honesty\, Gratitude\, Kindness and Respect\nReflective practices: guided meditations\, journaling\, and mindful eating\nHeartfelt discussions and paired sharing to strengthen community bonds \nDay 3 – Integration & Looking Forward\nMorning visit to a nearby stone circle for grounding and connection\nClosing sessions on integrating the 16 Guidelines into everyday life\nCommitments\, takeaways\, and a celebratory farewell circle \nVenue & Accommodation\nOur retreat will take place at the Sir Arthur Grant Residential & Outdoor Activity Centre\, a peaceful venue surrounded by nature. \nCapacity: Spaces are limited to 38 participants in on-site accommodation. \nNearby options: Additional lodging is available in the Aberdeenshire area for those wishing to stay off-site. \nWho Is This Universal Education Gathering For?\nThis gathering welcomes anyone interested in living with greater compassion\, meaning\, and awareness\, whether you are new to the 16 Guidelines or looking to deepen your practice. \nThe session structure is carefully designed to foster meaningful reflection\, strengthen connections\, and inspire actionable outcomes\, ensuring a dynamic and engaging experience. \nPractical Details\n📅 Dates: Friday 25 September – Sunday 27 September 2026\n📍 Location: Sir Arthur Grant Centre\, Aberdeenshire\, Scotland\n🍴 Communal meals provided (with mindful eating practice woven into shared dinners)\n🧘 Practices include Qi Gong\, meditation\, journaling\, mindful dialogue\, and time in nature \nJoin Us\nCome as you are\, open to reflect\, connect\, and grow. Together\, we’ll explore timeless wisdom and practical tools to help us live with greater compassion and meaning in our daily lives. \nFor more information and to to confirm your participation\, please send an email to Gillian Cruickshank: gilliancruickshankwellbeing@gmail.com \nPlease use this Google booking form to reserve your place: \nA minimum deposit of £50 is required on registration to reserve your place. The remaining amount is\npayable by 25 August 2026.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/cultivating-a-compassionate-and-meaningful-life-an-in-person-universal-education-gathering-in-scotland/
LOCATION:Sir Arthur Grant Outdoor Centre
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Retreats
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