For many of us, working alongside people who are facing serious issues like mental illness, substance misuse, and homelessness can be experienced as both inspirational and demanding. Supporting our own mental wellness is a way that we can show compassion to ourselves, so that we can continue extending it to others. Mindfulness practices, including meditation, can be a helpful way to sustain us in this work, and helps us to respond more skilfully to situations at work, rather than simply reacting.

Starting January 11th 2010, Brian Williams (MA, CCC) will be facilitating a mindfulness group specifically for service providers who work in the Downtown Eastside, or from other areas who work alongside people facing similar issues. There is no cost beyond a completely voluntary donation after each class.

Last update: 31-01-2010 00:14

Re:Connect combines training in mindfulness meditation with Mudra Space Awareness and other mind-body practices derived from the traditions of contemplative arts and psychology.

Teachers:
Susan Chapman, MA
is a family therapist who has been practicing mindfulness meditation for over 35 years.

Last update: 22-12-2009 17:13

VANCOUVER BUDDHIST PEACE FELLOWSHIP (BPF)
presents
EQUANIMITY IN CONFLICT

A Socially Engaged Buddhism Workshop with David and Caroline Brazier

Conflict is an inevitable reality in social activism. In this dynamic workshop you will learn valuable tools for "being" in conflict and acting skillfully.

Last update: 24-02-2009 21:12

What would the Buddha buy? Not too much, not too little. Picture him with his own reusable grocery bag slung over his shoulder, talking to a shopper about making mindful choices: “Do you really need it?” “Where does it come from?” “How will it affect the environment when you’re done?” He might have enjoyed celebrating International Buy Nothing Day on November 29 as a spiritual retreat from frantic holiday shopping (the “shopocalypse,” as Reverend Billy calls it).

Last update: 24-02-2009 21:13