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SUMMARY:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength Retreat organized by Atisha Centre
DESCRIPTION:About the Retreat\nDuring this weekend retreat\, we will explore embodied mindfulness and universal ethical values as part of the 16 Guidelines for Life Program. The 16G program\, developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom\, provides a simple\, robust and flexible framework for reflecting on the ways we think\, act\, relate to others and find meaning. The program provides mindfulness-based practical tools to bring about positive change. \nBy noticing our patterns of thinking\, speaking and acting through mindfulness and self-enquiry\, we can begin to build inner strength which enables us to break through limiting beliefs\, transform our relationships\, make better decisions\, and find more peace of mind. \nDrawing on proven techniques from positive psychology\, social justice practices\, neuroscience and centuries-old Eastern philosophy\, this program offers an ethical\, holistic approach to self-improvement and cultural change. As well as meditation there will be interactive activities and relaxed discussion. \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\nBookings \nFor more information and bookings\, please visit Atisha Centre – 16 Guidelines \nFacilitator\nVenerable Tsultrim (Carla Pearse) has been a student of Buddhism since 1998\, and was ordained in 2009. She spent several years in India and Nepal learning from teachers within the various Tibetan Buddhist lineages and doing retreat. \nTsultrim has led retreats and workshops in India\, Nepal and Australia on practical mindfulness\, what is spiritual care at the end of life\, and applying Buddhism in day to day life. \nShe believes that most of us can find contentment in our lives\, through understanding and training our minds. In particular\, through the use of mindfulness to reflect on and examine our view of our internal and external worlds and how that affects our ability to find contentment and peace of mind. \nWho is this retreat for?\nThis retreat is for people of all ages and backgrounds who are seeking practical tools to bring about positive change in their life\, home\, relationships\, community or workplace. It will be of particular interest to change-makers\, to anyone working in education\, health care and the helping professions\, to Yoga\, embodiment & mindfulness teachers\, to coaches and mentors and to those with an interest in corporate and organisational well being.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/16g-building-inner-strength-ven-carla/
LOCATION:Atisha Centre\, 25 Sandhurst Town Road\, Myers Flat\, Victoria\, 3556\, Australia
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Retreats
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SUMMARY:In Person and in Nature- Enhancing Positive Qualities with Anne Porteous
DESCRIPTION:Why Join this Workshop?\nThe pursuit of enhanced well-being has become a cornerstone of modern life\, as individuals seek to balance the demands of daily routines with emotional and mental health. \nFocusing on positive qualities and spending time in nature are both powerful strategies that contribute significantly to improved well-being. These practices offer profound benefits\, including enhanced mood\, reduced stress\, and heightened focus\, making them essential components of a balanced life. \nThere is a transformation when we give ourselves permission to slow down. We step closer to a life infused with meaning and grace\, a life that reminds us that sometimes\, the greatest strength lies in simply slowing down. \nWorkshop overview\nThese sessions offer a supportive space to reconnect with yourself. Guided by Anne and set in the peaceful surroundings of Sierra Acres\, the group will explore mindfulness meditation and the 16 Guidelines\, practices designed to deepen well-being and inner peace. \nSchedule\nThursdays: October 8th – November 19th | 16:00 – 17:00 (ET) \nRates\n1 session : $20 \n3 sessions: $50 – \n7 sessions: $100 \nRegistration\nTo register or for more info\, please contact Anne Porteous at eanneporteous@gmail.com \nFacilitator\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAnne Porteous: \nAnne lives in Ontario\, Canada. A nurse for over 45 years\, Anne is committed to being a life -long learner and continuing her passion for education and facilitation She has developed and provides equine assisted learning programs and workshops for youth and adults\, including Equine Assisted Mindfulness. Anne teaches mindfulness courses offered at the University of Toronto. She is a registered FDCW facilitator and delivers workshops in English
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/in-person-and-in-nature-enhancing-positive-qualities-with-anne-porteous-2/
LOCATION:Sierra Acres\, 3188 Eramosa-Milton Townline Rockwood\,\, Ontario\, N0B 2K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Osez le Moment Présent !
DESCRIPTION:Week-end pour experimenter et parager la méditation de pleine conscience\n*Please note\, this weekend retreat is offered in French \n\n\nÀ propos de l’événement\n\n\n\n\nCe week-end est basé sur le programme Mindfulness Based Living Course (MBLC) développé par la Mindfulness Association (Royaume-Uni). Vous découvrirez comment les pratiques de pleine conscience peuvent vous aider à mieux gérer le stress\, développer votre résilience face aux défis de la vie et cultiver une attitude de bienveillance envers vous-même et les autres. \nCe stage est avant tout expérientiel. À travers des méditations guidées\, des temps de réflexion et des échanges\, vous découvrirez une approche laïque de la pleine conscience fondée sur la compassion\, ainsi que des outils simples et concrets pour intégrer ces pratiques dans votre quotidien. \nTout ce dont vous avez besoin est un esprit ouvert et de la curiosité. Nous arrivons souvent avec des attentes et des objectifs ; pourtant\, la pleine conscience nous invite à accueillir l’expérience telle qu’elle se présente\, instant après instant. \nLes thèmes sont : \n\n Commencer là où nous sommes\nLe corps comme lieu pour rester présent\nIntroduction au soutien de la pleine conscience\nTravailler avec la distraction\nExplorer le courant sous-jacent\nAttitude de l’observateur\nL’acceptation de soi\n\nHeure\nSamedi 03 oct. 2026\, 10:00 – Dimanche 04 oct. 2026\, 17:30 \nRenseignements par email : 16attitudes@gmail.com \nFacilitatrice\n\n\n\nMabel Odessey – Depuis toujours\, j’aime transmettre mes connaissances et mes pratiques. Dès les Beaux-Arts\, j’ai créé des ateliers ouverts à tous\, en lien avec mes expositions. Bouddhiste durant mes études\, j’ai découvert l’Éducation Universelle\, une inspiration qui m’a conduite à obtenir un Master en « Mindfulness et Compassion » en Écosse\, alliant neurosciences\, psychologie et pédagogie. Aujourd’hui\, je propose avec joie des expériences transformatrices. Américaine de naissance et voyageuse dans l’âme\, je vis en France depuis 1992.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/osez-le-moment-present/
LOCATION:Vajra Yogini\, les clauzades\, Marzens\, tarn\, 81500\, France
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Presencial: Taller de las 16 Actitudes Nivel 1 con Marisa Femenia
DESCRIPTION:“El fundamento básico de la humanidad es la compasión y el amor. Esa es la razón por la que\, si incluso unos pocos individuos simplemente intentan crear paz mental y felicidad en sí mismos y actúan responsable y bondadosamente con los demás\, tendrán una influencia positiva en su comunidad“ \n-Su Santidad el Dalai Lama- \nSobre este Taller\n¿Qué son las 16 Actitudes? ¿Cómo nos pueden ayudar en nuestra vida? ¿Cómo podemos mejorar nuestro interior con ellas? \nCuando hablamos de las 16 Actitudes\, hablamos de cómo funciona nuestra mente en nuestro día a día\, hablamos de cómo pensamos y reflexionamos\, cómo actuamos\, cómo nos relacionamos… y sobre todo\, de cómo le damos sentido a nuestra existencia. \nLas 16 Actitudes son pautas sencillas\, inspiradas por Su Santidad el Dalai Lama; son la clave para estar mejor y relacionarnos mejor con nuestro interior y nuestro entorno. Trabajando con ellas podemos cambiar nuestras relaciones tóxicas y crear una armonía que haga que todo sea mejor… \nUn curso práctico en el que trabajaremos activamente con pautas sencillas y a la vez profundas. Aprenderemos a mirar con ojos nuevos nuestro pensamiento y nuestras relaciones\, y podremos llevarlo a nuestra vida diaria y ponerlas en práctica. \nFechas\n3 y 4 de Octubre 2026\nSábado de 10:00  a 14:00 y de 16:00 a 19:00 y el domingo de 10:00 a 14:00. Hora local \nMas Información y Reservas\nPara mas informacion y para reservar tu plaza\, por favor visita la web del centro Nagarjuna Madrid \n  \nFacilitadora: Marisa Femenia –Marisa es facilitadora del Nivel 1 y Nivel 2 de las 16 Actitudes\, vive en Madrid y tiene experiencia en educación\, ya que ha trabajado durante 30 años como profesora de primaria. Conoció las enseñanzas budistas cuando cumplió 30 años y durante muchos años intentó transmitir a los niños lo que aprendía de sus maestros. Actualmente coordina el grupo de Educación Universal en Madrid. Ella dice que las 16 Actitudes son: Un viaje al interior\, basado en valores universales del ser humano\, más allá de toda religión\, país\, cultura o frontera.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/16g-l1-building-inner-strength-marisa-femenia-in-spanish/
LOCATION:Nagarjuna Madrid\, Avenida de Pedro Diez\, 21 Bis (duplicado) Planta 1\, Puerta 1\, 28019 Madrid\, Madrid\, 28019\, Spain
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Meditando Juntos | Encuentros Mensuales y Presenciales | Nagarjuna Granada
DESCRIPTION:These sessions are led in Spanish. \nSobre las sesiones:\nEn estas sesiones te invitamos investigar\, a través de la reflexion y la meditación en grupo\, las ventajas y las desventajas de utilizar cada una de las 16 Actitudes y su opuesta\, respectivamente; así como la forma de aplicarlas en nuestra vida cotidiana. \nSe trata de aprender a conocer nuestras propias mentes para poder desarrollar todo su potencial positivo\, y transformar patrones negativos en oportunidades para crecer y ser más felices disfrutando de una vida mucho más significativa. \nPara ello llevamos a cabo muchas actividades y talleres con diferentes temas: atención consciente\, ejercicios de reflexión\, tareas de transformación de hábitos\, desarrollo de virtudes como la paciencia o el entusiasmo\, la alegría o la sensibilidad\, etc. \nA quien van dirigidas estas sesiones?\nPueden participar todas las personas que lo deseen\, independientemente de las creencias religiosas o filosóficas que tengan\, y que estén interesadas en desarrollar estrategias y habilidades mentales y sociales que les permitan una vida más armoniosa y satisfactoria. \nEn cada sesión abordamos un tema\, reflexionamos y meditamos sobre el mismo y asumimos acciones relacionadas para trabajarlas hasta la siguiente reunión donde compartiremos las experiencias vividas. \nCalendario de las Próximas sesiones:\nLos viernes a las 18:00h\n25 septiembre\n23 octubre\n27 noviembre\n11 de diciembre. \nMás información:\nLas sesiones se ofrecen periodicamente en el centro Nagarjuna de Granada\, de 6pm a 7.30 pm horas ( hora de la peninsula). Para mas información y detalles sobre como inscribirte\, por favor visita la web del Centro Nagarjuna.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/meditando-con-las-16-actitudes-presencial-nagarjuna-granada-2/
LOCATION:Nagarjuna Granada\, Calle Compás de San Jerónimo nº 2\, Granada\, 18001\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation,Regional
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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: \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 \n**See detailed agenda below \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. \nDetailed Agenda\nAs the organizers continue to shape this wonderful event\, we are happy to share a more detailed agenda of the gathering \nDay 1 \n4:00 – 6:00pm Arrivals\, welcome and settling in \n6:00 – 7:00pm Session one: introduction to weekend and one another \nActivity: Group sharing of initial thoughts\, expectations for the weekend and setting intentions \n7:00 – 8:00pm Communal Dinner \n8:00 – 9:00pm Evening meditation / reflection \n9:00pm Journaling / Rest \nDay 2 \n7:30 – 8:30am Movement – Qi Gong \nFacilitated by: Lorna Forsyth \n8:30 – 9:30am Breakfast \n9:30 – 11:30am Session one – Foundations of inner peace – exploring wisdom  \nActivity: \nDalai Lama’s short video: The Importance of Cultivating Inner Peace \nGuided meditation to connect with the concepts of wisdom and one’s place in the world \nExplore how Humility and Kindness can develop wisdom \nFacilitated by: Bobettes \nGillian Cruickshank\, Lorna Forsyth\, Cath du Preez and Stefanie Steurer  \n11:30- 12:00pm Free Time / Snacks / Journaling / Walking \n12:00 – 1:00pm Lunch \n1:00 – 3:00pm Session Two – Cultivating positive qualities – inner strengths \nSession: Explore guidelines like Patience and Generosity\, focusing on their role in developing resilience \nActivity: Journaling prompts on personal experiences of practicing patience or generosity \n  \n3:00 – 3:30pm Free Time / Snacks / Journaling / Walking \n3:30 – 5:30pm Session Three – Cultivating positive qualities – joy and empathy \nSession: Empathy circle \nActivity: Interactive exercises to cultivate empathy and understanding of others’ perspectives \nFacilitated by: Wendy Ridley \n5:30- 7:00pm Communal Dinner \nActivity: Mindful eating practice during dinner\, with participants encouraged to notice sensory details and express gratitude \n7:00 – 9:00pm Session 4 – connecting with others \nActivity: 16 Guidelines Game in the BBQ Hut \n9:00pm Journaling / Rest \nDay 3 \n7:30 – 9:30am Visit local stone circle / Wild swimming in nearby river \n9:30 – 10:30am Breakfast \n10:30 – 12:30pm Session One – The power of Grief\, Grace and Gratitude  \nFacilitated by: Claudia Massaro – Zuiden  \nA two-hour experiential workshop:  \nGrief is something we all experience\, yet many of us have never been taught how to meet it with compassion. Whether we are grieving the loss of a loved one\, a relationship\, our health\, a dream\, or simply a chapter of our lives\, grief invites us to slow down and listen deeply to our hearts. \nIn this two-hour workshop\, Claudia gently explores how grief\, grace and gratitude are intimately connected. Rather than trying to “move on” from our grief\, we discover how embracing it with kindness can become a doorway to healing\, wisdom and a deeper appreciation for life. \nDrawing on personal experience\, timeless wisdom\, reflective practices and insights from her book\, Claudia creates a safe and nurturing space where participants are invited to explore: \n\nUnderstanding grief as a natural expression of love\nFinding grace in moments of uncertainty and change\nCultivating gratitude without denying our pain\nPractical mindfulness and reflection practices that support healing\nTransforming loss into a deeper connection with ourselves and others\n\nInstead of talking about fixing grief\, this workshop is about learning how to walk beside it with courage\, compassion and an open heart. \nParticipants will leave with practical tools\, renewed hope and a gentle reminder that even in life’s most difficult moments\, gratitude can become a quiet light that guides us forward. \n12:30 – 1:30pm Lunch \n1:30 – 2:30pm Session two – commitments & next steps \nSession: Creating personal commitments for continuing to practice the 16 Guidelines beyond the weekend. \nActivity: Each participant shares one key takeaway or commitment. \nFarewell\, reflection & celebration \nA closing circle for expressing gratitude and saying goodbye \nClosing dedication:  \n2:30 Departure
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T193000
DTSTAMP:20260914T083522Z
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SUMMARY:New Dates!-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 4 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:\nSundays from September  2026 to January 2027 – You can join any session!\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET / 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm BST / 10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\, please check\nyour time zone here. here. \nThe  sessions will explore the Wisdom Theme: How We Act\, How we Relate to Others and How we find Meaning . \nDates and Themes:\n13-Sep-2026 How we Act \n\n20-Sep-2026 Kindness\n27-Sep-2026 Honesty\n4-Oct-2026 Generosity\n11-Oct-2026 Right Speech\n\n18-Oct-2026 How we Relate to others \n\n25-Oct-2026 Respect\n1-Nov-2026 no circle\n8-Nov-2026 Forgiveness\n15-Nov-2026 Gratitude\n22-Nov-2026 Loyalty\n\n3-Jan-2027 How we find Meaning \n\n10-Jan-2027 Aspiration\n17-Jan-2027 Principles\n24-Jan-2027 Service\n31-Jan-2027 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. \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 \nHow to Join?\nNo need to register\, simply join Zoom here \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 make sure to check Maria and Janna’s presentation on the 2026 Empathy Summit . Posted here on Janna’s YouTube  \nWatch: How To Take Part in a Basic Empathy Circle ~ 9 minutes \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
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/new-series-empathy-circles-with-conversations-that-matter-gaining-clarity-and-mutual-understanding-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Empathy Circles
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260913T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260913T140000
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SUMMARY:Meditando con las 16 Actitudes | Presencial | Nagarjuna Madrid
DESCRIPTION:These sessions are led in Spanish. \nSobre la sesión:\nEn esta mañana de meditación\, Marisa Femenía nos llevara a investigar por nosotros mismos\, a través de la meditación analítica\, las ventajas y las desventajas de utilizar cada una de las 16 Actitudes y su opuesta\, respectivamente; así como la forma de aplicarlas en nuestra vida cotidiana. \nEl domingo\, 13 de septiembre\, la propuesta es trabajar con «La Valentía». \nPor qué la Honestidad?\n“La valentía no siempre ruge\, algunas veces es una voz tranquila que al final del día dice: mañana lo volveré a intentar” – Mary Anne Radmacher \nEl miedo y la valentía son inseparables por ahora en nuestro modo de mirar el mundo. Aún queriendo alcanzar algún objetivo que nos proponemos\, el miedo con frecuencia inconsciente nos controla. A veces como parálisis y otras veces como bravuconería o agresividad cuando tenemos la necesidad de aparentar fortaleza. \nLa valentia surge de la claridad de la mente\, desde donde se puede enfrentar el miedo y gestionarlo. “Tu potencial interior es con toda probabilidad mucho mayor de lo que piensas”\, decía Lama Yeshe\, y ese potencial nos exige algo distinto en cada etapa del camino. \nMirarnos con honestidad exige valor para no proyectar una confianza que no sentimos para hacer una pausa si es necesario y para no confundir la duda con una debilidad. \nA veces el acto mas valiente es esperar\, escuchar o cambiar de rumbo. No busca impresionar\, es firme\, está arraigado y responde genuinamente a lo que el momento requiere. \nEstructura de la Sesión\nLa actividad consta de una breve introducción\, varias sesiones de meditación y reflexión conjunta sobre las experiencias de las meditaciones. \nEsta sesión forma parte de un ciclo de meditaciones interactivas inspiradas en 16 Actitudes para una Vida con Sentido (16A). \nA quien van dirigidas estas sesiones?\nEstas sesiones son aptas para personas de cualquier fe\, religión o creencia. y culturas\, y no requieren conocimientos previos. \nHorario y reservas\nLas sesiones se ofrecen periodicamente en el centro Nagarjuna de Madrid\, de 11 a 14 horas ( hora de la peninsula). Para mas información y detalles sobre como inscribirte\, por favor visita la web del Centro Nagarjuna \nFacilitadora: Marisa Femenia.  \nMarisa has a background in education working for 30 years as an elementary teacher. She met the Buddhist teachings when she turned 30 and for many years she tried to convey to the children what she was learning from her teachers. Currently she coordinates the Universal Education group in Madrid.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/meditando-con-las-16-actitudes-presencial-nagarjuna-madrid-3/
LOCATION:Nagarjuna Madrid\, Avenida de Pedro Diez\, 21 Bis (duplicado) Planta 1\, Puerta 1\, 28019 Madrid\, Madrid\, 28019\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T202447Z
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart - Sunday in person Community Meditations
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nJoin a wonderful team of facilitators  for a series of Meditations and meaningful discussions organized by Jamyang Buddhist  Centre in Leeds (UK). \nThis series is structured into 1 hour  sessions and is offered on Sundays at 10:30 am GMT. \nFrom September 2026 to February 2027 the Sunday community meditations will be focusing on ‘A Mindful Heart’. \nInspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. Grounded 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. We 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 hour-long gathering begins with a soothing meditation to calm your mind\, followed by an inspiring discussion on 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. \nWrap up your morning with a cup of tea and friendly conversation in a welcoming\, relaxed atmosphere.  \nMeet us every Sunday at 10:30 AM and start your week feeling refreshed\, connected\, and inspired. \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  No registration required\, absolutely everyone welcome. \n\nThis is the Schedule and Themes of the sessions :\n\nSeptember 2026  \n6th and 13th: The Pursuit of Happiness \n20th and 27th: Understanding how things exist \nOctober 2026: \n4th and 11th: Developing Healthy Self Confidence \n18th and 25th: Compassion – Opening the heart \nNovember 2026: \n1st and 8th: Mindfulness\, reflection and critical thinking \n15th and 22nd: Mindful intention – what do I really want \n29th: Interconnection (week 1) \nDecember 2026: \n6th: Interconnection (week 2) \n13th and 20th: Embracing Change \nJanuary 2027: \n10th and 17th: Perception \n24th and 31st Transforming harmful emotions \nFebruary 2027: \n7th and 14th: Empathy \n21st and 28th: Cultivating Compassion \n\n\n\n\nHow to Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn Person on Sundays 10:30 to 11:30 with coffee / chat in the café afterwards until 12:00pm. \n\nFor more information please visit the Jamyang Leeds Centre event calendar \nCost\nThis program is offered by donation. Please consider make an offering here.  \n  \n Your journey to a happier\, more mindful life begins here!
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-sunday-in-person-community-meditations/
LOCATION:Jamyang Leeds\, Clyde Works\, Ingram Rd\, Leeds\, England\, LS11 9RQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T163000
DTSTAMP:20260601T095340Z
CREATED:20260601T090420Z
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SUMMARY:In Person-16G L1 | Building Inner Strength Course in Scotland
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this 16 Guidelines level 1 course facilitated by Gillian Cruickshank & Lorna Forsyth. \n \nAbout the course\nThe Building Inner Strength – 16 Guidelines for Life program offers a learning path to transformative change. \nThe 16 Guidelines program provides a simple\, robust and flexible framework for developing emotional resilience\, empathy\, compassion and transformative change\, suitable for both educational curricula and for personal and professional development. If you’re seeking practical tools to bring about positive change in your life\, this experiential course is for you. \nYou’ll explore the 16 Guidelines framework to deepen your experience in mindfulness and resilience\, as an embodied practice. Drawing on proven techniques from positive psychology\, social justice practices\, neuroscience and centuries-old Eastern philosophy\, you’ll develop an ethical\, holistic approach to self-improvement and cultural change. \nWhat you’ll learn\n\nIncreased emotional resilience by using a set of practical and transformative tools\nIdentify and apply your own embodied practice of mindful qualities in your personal and professional life\nA greater capacity for insight and personal reflection and a greater sense of well-being\, confidence and purpose\nIntegrate and apply mindfulness and other practical tools to the four wisdom themes of the 16 G: Mindful thought\, mindful actions\, mindful relationships\, and mindful purpose and livelihood\n\nSchedule\nWe will meet for 2 full days ( 16/08/2026 & 30/08/2026) over a 3 week period\, at Kemnay Church Centre\, Church Lane\, Kemnay in  Aberdeenshire.  \nThere will be an additional online session to be arranged in between these dates as a support and to help with momentum/questions. \nWe take this time to allow an opportunity to embed and practice what we learn so that we get the most from the sessions. You will be required to bring a packed lunch for yourself. Teas & Coffees will be provided. There is disabled access and a large car park at the venue. \nWho is this course for?\nThis online 16G Level One course is 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. \nBookings and more info\nFor more info and to register\, please send an email to Lorna: findingqiinme@gmail.com or Gillian: gilliancruickshankwellbeing@gmail.com  \nFacilitators\nLorna–Lorna offers sessions to allow people a safe space to explore a sense of peace and connection with self and the world in which we live. Lorna uses REIKI\, SOUNDBATH\, QI GONG\, 16 GUIDELINES & WOMENS CIRCLES to encourage each individual to explore what works for them \n\n\n\nGillian–Gillian has been passionate about health and wellbeing for many years. Her mission is to share the tools that have helped her work through the tricky times in her life\, helping others build their very own ‘tool kit’ using EFT\, REIKI\, EMMETT\, MINDFULNESS \, WOMENS CIRCLES & 16 GUIDELINES. \n\n\n\nBoth facilitators have been involved in 16 Guidelines since 2017 as part of their own journey of self discovery and find that each and every session enriches their journey deeper.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/in-person-16g-l1-building-inner-strength-course-in-scotland-2/
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260806T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260806T180000
DTSTAMP:20261020T111200Z
CREATED:20260805T162609Z
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SUMMARY:Presencial - Espacio para la Presencia y el Equilibrio
DESCRIPTION:Una nueva propuesta secular del centro Nagarjuna Barcelona\nEn medio del ajetreo diario\, una pausa también es una respuesta. \nEste es un espacio semanal para hacer una pausa consciente y recuperar la estabilidad. \nEn cada sesión\, practicaremos herramientas sencillas para la atención y la autorregulación con el fin de: \n\nReducir la inquietud y la tensión acumulada.\nComprender mejor cómo funciona la preocupación.\nEstabilizar la mente cuando se acelera. Desarrollar más equilibrio en la vida diaria.\nCultivar una actitud más tranquila y presente.\n\nNo se trata de una terapia y no sustituye ningún tratamiento médico o psicológico. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetalles prácticos\nLas sesiones se ofrecen los jueves de 5.00 pm a 6.00pm\,  horario  CEST \nOfrecimiento voluntario \n\nLugar\nEste espacio esta abierto a tod@s y  se ofrece en el centro Nagarjuna Barcelona. Para mas información por favor visita la web del centro.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/presencial-espacio-para-la-presencia-y-el-equilibrio/
LOCATION:Nagarjuna Barcelona\, C/Pere IV 201 Bajos\, Barcelona\, 08018\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T193000
DTSTAMP:20260715T095623Z
CREATED:20260602T092052Z
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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 4 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:\n4 Sundays from August 2 to August 23 – You can join any session!\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET / 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm BST / 10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\, please check\nyour time zone here. here. \nThe 4 sessions will explore the Wisdom Theme: How We Think \n• August 2  Humility\n• August 9 Patience\n• August 16 Contentment\n• August 23 Delight \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. \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 \nHow to Join?\nNo need to register\, simply join Zoom here \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 make sure to check Maria and Janna’s presentation on the 2026 Empathy Summit . Posted here on Janna’s YouTube  \nWatch: How To Take Part in a Basic Empathy Circle ~ 9 minutes \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
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/empathy-circles-with-conversations-that-matter-gaining-clarity-and-mutual-understanding-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Empathy Circles
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260720T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T141929Z
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SUMMARY:Retiro de Yoga con las 16 Actitudes
DESCRIPTION:*This retreat  is offered in Spanish. \nRetiro Yoga 16A\nCuatro días para llevar las 16 Actitudes del cuerpo a la vida — yoga\, meditación y descanso real en plena naturaleza.\n¿Por qué esta práctica es diferente?\nEl yoga puede quedarse en el cuerpo. La meditación puede quedarse en la mente. Las 16 Actitudes son el puente entre los dos.\nSobre este Retiro\nEste retIro propone un ritmo sencillo: práctica por la mañana\, naturaleza al mediodía y trabajo de las 16 Actitudes por la tarde\, parar de verdad\, mirar hacia dentro y llevarte herramientas a casa \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLa reserva incluye todo lo que necesitas \n\n3 noches de alojamiento en el Centro Tushita\nPensión completa vegetariana — desayuno\, comida\, merienda y cena\nTodas las sesiones: yoga\, pranayama\, 16 Actitudes\, yoga nidra y baños sonoros\nPaseos guiados por el entorno\nUso de las instalaciones: sala\, terrazas y salida al bosque\nUna comunidad pequeña donde no practicas solo/a\n\nDetalles Prácticos:\nEste retiro se ofrece en persona en el centro Tushita en Viladrau del 20 al 23 de Julio 2026. Una casa entre bosque y montaña\, con piscina\, terrazas y sala de práctica. Un ambiente detox\, sin tabaco ni alcohol\, pensado para parar. \n*Puedes obtener más informacion y reservar tu plaza AQUI \nCada actitud\, una forma de vivir. Cuatro días para encarnarlas.\n\n\n\n\n\nSobre el Instructor: Alejandro Sherab\nEnseño yoga y meditación desde una práctica sencilla\, sostenible y profundamente integrada en la vida cotidiana. Mi enfoque une movimiento\, respiración y contemplación para ayudar a las personas a encontrar más presencia\, claridad y equilibrio en medio de la vida real. A través de Sherab Yoga acompaño espacios de práctica honestos\, accesibles y humanos\, inspirados en la tradición de Krishnamacharya y la práctica contemplativa budista.  \nFor inspiring guided meditations with Alejandro and much more\, please check Alejandro’s You Tube channel \n 
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/retiro-de-yoga-con-las-16-actitudes/
LOCATION:Centro de Meditación Tushita\, 3 Carrer Pla de Montfalcó\, Viladrau\, girona\, 17406\, Spain
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Movement,Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260721T173000
DTSTAMP:20260717T175456Z
CREATED:20260108T153007Z
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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:20260717T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T153000
DTSTAMP:20260210T094446Z
CREATED:20231124T113351Z
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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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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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SUMMARY:New Series-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 Ingrid Hirtz open to everybody! \nA new series of 3 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:\n3 sessions June 20/21\, July 4/5\, July 18/19 – Times suitable for Asia and Australia!  \nSaturday June 20\, July 4\, July 18 7:00 – 8:30 pm PT / 10:00 pm – 11:30 pm ET / Sunday June 21\, July 5\, July 19 10:00 am – 11:30 am Mongolia \nplease check your time zone here. here. \nThe 3 sessions will explore the Wisdom Theme: How We Think and the First 2 Guidelines \n• June 20  How We Think (Mongolia Sunday June 21)\n• July 4 Humility (Mongolia Sunday July 5)\n• July 18 Patience (Mongolia Sunday July 19) \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.  You can join any session! \nParticipating in two (of three) sessions fulfills the requirement for the upcoming online Empathy Circle Facilitator Training https://empathycircletraining.com \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 make sure to check Maria and Janna’s presentation on the 2026 Empathy Summit . Posted here on Janna’s YouTube  \nWatch: How To Take Part in a Basic Empathy Circle ~ 9 minutes \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. \nIngrid is an Empathy Circle Facilitator and Trainer. With a diploma in social work and many years of study in Nonviolent Communication (NVC)\, Ingrid has built a career rooted in compassion and community. She founded and led Community Cuisine for 12 years\, a meal service centered around a weekly pay-as-you-can dinner that ensured everyone had access to nourishing food regardless of their means. Now\, for the past three years\, Ingrid has brought that same spirit of empathy and connection to her work with the Empathy Center\, continuing to create spaces where people feel seen\, heard\, and cared for. \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
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/new-series-empathy-circles-with-conversations-that-matter-gaining-clarity-and-mutual-understanding/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Empathy Circles
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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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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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260614T173000
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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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SUMMARY:Transformative Mindfulness Methods (TMM) Level 1 with Hilary McMichael
DESCRIPTION:This TMM level 1 course is a unique opportunity to explore Transformative Mindfulness Methods (TMM) guided by Hilary Mc Michael\, with her unique gentle and warm-hearted style\, she will help you discover a new path to inner freedom and self-compassion. \nTransformative Mindfulness explores a series of simple\, natural healing methods through inquiry and meditations that empower people to change their habitual response to problems and strong emotions and to strengthen positive qualities\, deepening acceptance of themselves and compassion for others. \nBased on mindfulness and kindness\, this is a very practical and effective course with often profound and lasting physical and emotional healing and transformation.  \nWorkshop highlights\nIf you are seeking to bring more mindfulness into your life\, if you are tired\, or ill\, if you are lacking confidence in yourself\, or if you find you spend more time helping others than listening to your deepest needs\, then the five basic tools taught in TMM may be a gentle answer. You can learn to heal yourself physically and emotionally and grow as a spiritual person. \nWe bring to each session the heartfelt qualities of inner listening\, deep sharing\, exploring beliefs\, learning to receive help\, feeling and being creative that are some of the transformative ingredients. These simple but effective receptive visualizations\, meditations and exercises can be coupled with drawing\, writing or dialogue. \nAll the practices are sent to the participants as PDF files\, enabling each one to continue their journey towards wholeness and healing. \nOver the six weeks we’ll be exploring: \n\nDialogue with the body as a source of nurturing and knowing\nOpening up to our inner\, wiser self\nBeing kind and non-judgmental to oneself\nLearning to receive support\nTrusting and loving oneself as we are\nPracticing ‘being’ instead of always doing\n\nStructure\nEach week for six two-hour sessions\, we’ll meet on Zoom to share and practice one of the Transformative Mindfulness exercises together. There is continuous support from the facilitator during this inner journey. \nIf you can’t make the live calls\, they will be available as replays to download. \nTestimonials:\nOne participant from the last course comments on the effects of the method\, saying it resulted in “feeling more whole and having more patience (less reactive to those in my household) and having more energy.” Another said the course made her “feel amazed on how to ask for help and get that inner wisdom.” \nDates & Times\nOn  Sundays\, from the 7 June 2026  to the 12 July 2026\n6.30 pm – 8.30 pm CEST   (5.30 – 7.30 pm BST Time) \n(Note: Times may adjust slightly to accommodate participants from different time zones.) \nMore information and bookings:\nTo book your place\, please send an email to Hilary on hilaryfdcw@gmail.com\nPrices from 80 € (concession rate) to 150 € for the 12 hour course\, booklet and replays. Please inquire about an extra bursary if you cannot afford the course and please\, if you would like to help someone else\, consider offering more\, to contribute to the bursary funds. \nFacilitator\nHilary McMichael – Hilary is a skilled FDCW facilitator with expertise in guiding participants toward wholeness and healing. \nHilary is an accredited FDCW facilitator based in France. She was trained in the Transformative Mindfulness Methods by the creator\, Dekyi-Lee Oldershaw\, at the University of Toronto in 2014. She has since presented many Transformative Mindfulness Methods programs and the 16 Guidelines. Being a qualified MBSR instructor\, she teaches mindfulness based programs in both English and French. She says her life had a “before and after” to it when she first went to an intensive meditation retreat and that TMM has brought in extra compassion and kindness. She is passionate about bringing this «art of living» to others\, especially to others who love helping others. \nTransformative Mindfulness Methods (TMM) is a partner program of FDCW. It is an international course\, created by Dekyi-Lee Oldershaw\, co-author of the 16 Guidelines for a happy life. The University of Toronto integrated it into its applied mindfulness meditation certificate program in 2012.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/transformative-mindfulness-methods-tmm-level-1-with-hilary-mcmichael/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Online Empathy Summit: Exploring Empathy Circles Together
DESCRIPTION:In these transformative Summits\, seasoned practitioners and thought leaders converge to explore the profound impact and potential of the Empathy Circle practice. These gatherings serve as a crucible for understanding and advancing the Empathy Movement\, with the Empathy Circle at its core.  \nKey Summit Highlights:\n\nPersonal Narratives: Participants share compelling stories of how the Empathy Circle practice has influenced their lives and work\, offering real-world examples of its transformative power.\nMechanics and Efficacy: Experts dissect the inner workings of the practice\, explaining why and how it fosters genuine connection and understanding among participants.\nBenefits and Challenges: A balanced exploration of the positive outcomes and potential hurdles encountered in implementing Empathy Circles\, providing a comprehensive view of the practice.\nEmpathic Consciousness: Delve into the profound shift in perspective and being that emerges through regular engagement with Empathy Circles.\nInnovation and Evolution: Discover how the core Empathy Circle practice has inspired new methodologies and applications across various fields.\nFuture Horizons: Engage in stimulating discussions about the future potential of Empathy Circles and their role in shaping a more compassionate society.\nCommunity Connection: The Summit serves as a reunion for facilitators\, practitioners\, trainees\, and supporters\, fostering a vibrant community of practice.\n\n Summit Schedule:\nDate: Saturday\, June 6\, 2026\nTime: 9 am PT to 12:30 pm PT\,  please check your time zone here. here. \nSpeakers Highlight:\n Janna Weiss & Maria Trottmann will present at 9:15 am (PT)  for 20 min on the topic: Embodying Virtue: Combining the Classic Empathy Circle with Universal Human Values \nThe classic Empathy Circle always includes the option to speak about whatever is in your heart and mind\, and will usually also include a suggested topic. Along with the “free speech” option\, a community of Empathy Circle practitioners combines the Empathy Circle practice with the 16 Guidelines. The 16 Guidelines are a set of universal human values based on a short 7th century classic Tibetan text that helped transform Tibet from a violent society to a compassionate society. Values or virtues such as humility\, gratitude\, forgiveness\, and courage have known benefits for human flourishing and wellbeing. \nAbout the speakers Janna and Maria:\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. \nMany more speakers will participate in the Summit\, please check the event page by clicking on the Register button below
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/online-empathy-summit-exploring-empathy-circles-together/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Empathy Circles
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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/Madrid:20260521T190000
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SUMMARY:Masterclass gratuita: Yoga para la Vida Real con las 16 Actitudes
DESCRIPTION:*This Masterclass is facilitated online in Spanish. \nYoga para la Vida Real con las 16 ActitudesCómo las 16 Actitudes transforman tu práctica — y tu vida\nEn esta sesión gratuita vas a descubrir qué son las 16 Actitudes\, cómo funcionan dentro de la práctica de yoga\, y vas a experimentarlo en tu propio cuerpo — en una práctica en vivo que incluye movimiento\, asanas y meditación. \n¿Por qué esta práctica es diferente?\nEl yoga puede quedarse en el cuerpo. La meditación puede quedarse en la mente. Las 16 Actitudes son el puente entre los dos.\n¿Qué incluye esta masterclass?\n\nIntroducción a las 16 Actitudes -Qué son y por qué transforman la práctica desde dentro. Actitudes como la satisfacción\, la honestidad\, la paciencia o la ecuanimidad — no como teoría\, sino como herramientas reales para el cuerpo y para la vida.\n\n\n\n\n\nPráctica de demostración en vivo –Una secuencia guiada de Yoga donde movimiento\, respiración\, asana y meditación se unen alrededor de una de las 16 Actitudes contemplativas. La eliges como intención al comienzo de la práctica. La respiración la va llevando al cuerpo. El movimiento la convierte en experiencia. Y al final\, ya no es solo una idea o una reflexión: la has practicado.\n\n\n\n\n\nMateriales exclusivos para aquellos que se registran- Guía PDF — Yoga y las 16 Actitudes Ideas y prácticas simples para integrar el yoga en tu vida cotidiana.Acceso a la grabación + práctica guiada completa Continúa explorando la experiencia desde casa con una clase de la biblioteca de Sherab Yoga.\n\nReserva tu plaza AQUI\nEsta Masterclass es para ti si …\n✅ Llevas tiempo practicando yoga y sientes que algo falta \n✅ Quieres una práctica con más presencia y menos automatismo \n✅ Te atrae la meditación pero no sabes cómo integrarla al movimiento \n✅ Buscas herramientas reales para el día a día\, no solo para la esterilla \n✅ Nunca has practicado yoga pero quieres empezar con sentido \nDetalles del evento:\nEsta sesion se ofrece de forma gratuita el Jueves 21 de mayo 2026 a las 19:00 CEST en Zoom. \nReserva tu plaza AQUI\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSobre el Instructor: Alejandro Sherab\nEnseño yoga y meditación desde una práctica sencilla\, sostenible y profundamente integrada en la vida cotidiana. Mi enfoque une movimiento\, respiración y contemplación para ayudar a las personas a encontrar más presencia\, claridad y equilibrio en medio de la vida real. A través de Sherab Yoga acompaño espacios de práctica honestos\, accesibles y humanos\, inspirados en la tradición de Krishnamacharya y la práctica contemplativa budista. \n 
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/masterclass-gratuita-yoga-para-la-vida-real-con-las-16-actitudes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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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: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/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Loving kindness Retreat - A Journey into Compassion and Equanimity
DESCRIPTION:About the Retreat\n\n\n\nThis weekend retreat at Land of Joy is an invitation to open our hearts to the power of loving kindness — for ourselves\, for others\, and for the world we share. \nThrough a blend of teachings\, guided meditations\, group discussion\, and gentle body practices\, teachers Lou Beaumont and Paula Chichester will guide us in exploring kindness as a profound source of strength and happiness. Together\, we will look closely at what supports kindness\, what can prevent it\, and how we can cultivate it in daily life with courage\, balance\, and warmth. \nShort sessions of pranayama and chi gong will support the retreat by relaxing the body and mind\, creating an open foundation from which loving kindness can naturally grow. These embodied practices will be woven gently alongside Dharma reflections and opportunities to share and learn from one another. \nThemes We Will Explore\nThe courage and strength of kindness: exploring how kindness is a source of resilience and joy\, and how gentle body practices like pranayama and chi gong can help the heart and mind soften to embody this quality. \n\nUnderstanding and responding to others: developing clarity and compassion in how we meet the needs of others\, supported by practices that open awareness and presence in the body.\nReflecting on kindness: recalling times we have given and received kindness\, using body-based practices to deepen connection to these experiences.\nOvercoming obstacles to kindness: exploring what can close the heart and mind\, and using breath and movement to release tension and cultivate equanimity.\nKindness and self-love: recognising that caring for ourselves is the foundation for genuine kindness to others\, and learning how embodiment practices support self-awareness and inner balance.\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis retreat is for anyone who wishes to live with more warmth\, compassion\, and courage. Whether you are new to meditation or an experienced practitioner\, you are welcome. \nSchedule\nIn person- Friday 15th – Sunday 17th May \n\nBookings \nFor more information and bookings\, please visit the Land of Joy dedicated page
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/loving-kindness-retreat-a-journey-into-compassion-and-equanimity/
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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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/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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SUMMARY:The Invisible Thread that support Us: a Radical exploration of conscious Living and Dying - a Residential retreat with Bruno Rizzi
DESCRIPTION:Life and death are not separate—they are deeply intertwined. What nourishes one inevitably supports the other. \nAbout the retreat\n\n\n\nA retreat to explore and strengthen the inner dimension that characterizes us as human beings\, recognizing that life and death are deeply connected. We will learn to recognize this fundamental dimension\, to cultivate it and integrate it as a source of serenity\, clarity\, and acceptance\, both in life and at its end. \nIt is designed using the approach and methodology of Universal Education\, integrating diverse spiritual perspectives with experiences from palliative care\, psychology\, and science. \nDuring the retreat\, we will maintain silence outside of the sessions\, and we recommend disconnecting from social media to fully immerse ourselves in this experience of calm\, reflection\, and inner discovery. \nWhy this Retreat?\nExperience shows us time and again that\, especially when death approaches\, we need to be aware of our values\, of what gives us meaning and offers us true support. This also happens in everyday life when we face significant challenges\, showing us how these two dimensions\, life and death\, have much in common. \nThese are aspects of the spiritual dimension within us\, since we are not only physical\, emotional\, and psychic entities\, but we are also part of a much broader and often mysterious context. \nThe purpose of this retreat is to explore\, recognize\, and learn to trust this fundamental dimension that characterizes us as human beings and that we often unconsciously long for. It is about appreciating that we need it and being able to cultivate and integrate it as an important basis for a fuller\, more conscious\, and peaceful life\, as well as for an end of life filled with confidence and security. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis retreat is open to anyone interested in exploring the themes of life\, death\, and impermanence—whether for personal growth\, spiritual development\, or professional practice in caregiving roles. \nLanguage\nThe sessions will be offered in English with Spanish translation. \n\nBookings\nThis is a residential retreat and the price includes accommodation\, all meals ( vegetarian) and the teachings. Spaces are limited to ensure a safe and intimate group setting. \n➡️ For more information and to reserve your spot\, please visit the Nagarjuna Alicante website\nWe encourage early booking to secure your place in this meaningful exploration. \nJoin us on this journey of deep reflection and transformation. Together\, we will explore how to live—and die—with greater awareness\, compassion\, and peace. \n“Death in itself is not fearful\, it is our mind that makes it terrifying”\n-Lama Zopa Rinpoche- \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitator- Bruno Rizzi-\nBruno has been practicing Buddhism since 1980\, when he met Ven. Lama Thubten Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche in Italy. He lived as an ordained monk for seven years\, studying at Nalanda Monastery in France\, as well as in India and Nepal. \nFor the past 22 years\, he has worked as a palliative care nurse at Christophorus Hospiz in Munich\, Germany. For the last 15 years\, he has been leading workshops and retreats on the topic “Confronting Death\, Finding Meaning in Life.” \nHe is an accredited 16 Guidelines facilitator and collaborates with Universal Education – FDCW (Foundation for the Development of Compassion and Wisdom).
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-radical-exploration-of-conscious-living-and-dying/
LOCATION:Nagarjuna Alicante\, Calle Ruperto Chapí\, 9\, El Campello\, Alicante\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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SUMMARY:Presencial - Comprende tu Mente-Corazón\, Despierta tu Fuerza
DESCRIPTION:Sobre este curso\nComprende tu Mente-Corazón\, Despierta tu Fuerza es un programa estructurado de 12 semanas diseñado para ayudar a los participantes a comprender la mente\, transformar patrones y vivir con propósito. \nEl curso explora tres vías fundamentales de aprendizaje: Conocimiento\, Fortaleza y Compasión \, guiando a los participantes hacia una vida más feliz y plena. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEl curso se imparte en 12 sesiones que exploran los siguientes temas: \nSesión 1: En busca de la felicidadSesión 2: Entendiendo cómo existen las cosasSesión 3: Desarrollando una sana autoconfianzaSesión 4: Compasión: abriendo el corazónSesión 5: Atención plena\, reflexión y pensamiento críticoSesión 6: Intención consciente: ¿Qué quiero realmente?Sesión 7: InterconexiónSesión 8: Aceptando el cambioSesión 9: PercepciónSesión 10: Transformando las emociones dañinasSesión 11: EmpatíaSesión 12: Cultivando la compasión \n\nCada sesion de una hora incluye: \n\nUna practica para calmar la mente y establecer la motivacion\nPresentación del tema y breve intercambio de experiencias \nMeditación guiada sobre el tema de la sesión\nEspacio abierto para el diálogo\nUnos breves momentos para concluir la sesión y ofrecer dedicaciones\n\nDetalles prácticos\nEl curso se ofrece los lunes de 11-12h y 20-21h hasta el 27 de Julio en estos horarios  CEST \nOfrecimiento: 10€/sesión o 40€/mes \n\nLugar\nEste curso esta abierto a tod@s y  se ofrece en el centro Nagarjuna Barcelona. Para mas información por favor visita la web del centro.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/presencial-comprende-tu-mente-corazon-despierta-tu-fuerza-2/
LOCATION:Nagarjuna Barcelona\, C/Pere IV 201 Bajos\, Barcelona\, 08018\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation,Workshops
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