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Insight Meditation for Beginners

Developing a Calm & Clear Mind

May 03, 2013 – May 05, 2013
Location:
Rhinebeck, NY
Course:
SM13-0902-284
Teacher:
Matthew Daniell
Tuition:
$330
Continuing Education:
10.5 hours Learn More
SM13-0902-284Matthew Daniell,
Description

We are no longer taking online registrations for this workshop.

This workshop is eligible for Tiered Pricing. See More Information below for details.

Insight Meditation, also known as Vipassana Meditation, is a simple technique that originated in the Buddha’s teachings more than 2,500 years ago.

Its practice teaches us in a gentle, consistent way to calm and steady our mind by grounding our attention in the present moment.

When our mind is calm, it is fit to look into itself and all of life with more openness and clarity. This clarity leads to insight, which frees us from our own reactive patterns.

Through discussion and periods of silent meditation, we learn sitting and walking meditation methods, how to pay attention to our breath and body, and how the power of present moment awareness can touch and transform our hearts and minds. Emphasis is placed on letting the lessons we learn support the quality of our awareness in all that we do while at Omega and beyond. An optional mindful yoga session is offered each day to bring more ease and aliveness into our meditation practice.

This retreat is paced to support beginners; however, all are welcome and encouraged to attend. It is appropriate for anyone interested in Insight Meditation and for helping professionals who want to use skills they learn with their clients.

 

Continuing Education
  • NBCC - Certified Counselors +$35
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Tiered Pricing

At Omega, we believe that the benefits of a holistic education should be available to everyone. We also recognize that what is affordable for some will not be for all. We are now offering Tiered Pricing * on select programs to help meet the varying financial needs of our community.

On programs where Tiered Pricing is available, select the price that is appropriate for you. This program works on an honor system. Keep in mind that the highest price reflects the cost of the workshop and allows Omega to sustain itself, whereas the lower prices cover only a portion of those costs.

Tier 1:$330 (Register as you normally would for this pricing.) This is the true cost of your workshop. Choosing this price helps Omega continue to retain world-class teachers and sustain classroom facilities.

Tier 2:$255 (Enter TIER 2 in the Promotional Code Box when you register.) This is our partially subsidized price for those with temporary or minor financial need.

Tier 3:$180 (Enter TIER 3 in the Promotional Code Box when you register.) This is our heavily subsidized price for those in need of deeper financial assistance.

*Tiered Pricing is subject to change and cannot be combined with other discounts.

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Schedule
FRIDAY
4:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.Check In (Rooms available after 5:00 p.m.)
8:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Workshop
 
SATURDAY
9:00 a.m.–NoonWorkshop
2:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.Workshop
 
SUNDAY
9:00 a.m.–NoonWorkshop
Noon–1:00 p.m.Check Out
Teachers
Matthew Daniell
Matthew Daniell

Matthew Daniell has studied Zen, Tibetan Buddhism, and Insight Meditation since 1985, including a year as an ordained monk in Thailand. He is founder and guiding teacher at the Insight Meditation Center of Newburyport, Massachusetts, and part of the religious services department at Phillips Exeter Academy. imcnewburyport.org