Strong Back, Soft Front
Strong Back, Soft Front Annual Women’s Retreat:
Claire Stanley with Susan Dreyer Leon
January 27, 2024
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Half-Day Hybrid Retreat for All who Identify as Women
For many of us, from the time when we were little, parents and teachers coached us to stand tall and face life with strength and courage. All too often, the strength and courage came with the price of a defended heart that masked a lack of confidence. In this retreat, we will explore inner sources of strength, courage, confidence, and compassion.
As Zen teacher Joan Halifax puts is, “If we strengthen our backs, metaphorically speaking, and develop a spine that’s flexible but sturdy, then we can risk having a front that’s soft and open, representing choiceless compassion.” In this retreat, we will explore the teachings of Joan Halifax and Tara Brach on what it means to have a strong back and a soft front. We will practice sitting meditation and moving meditation together in order to discover how each one of us can embody this way of being in the world.
The registration fee supports Vermont Insight. In addition, it is customary to donate to the teacher in appreciation for the teachings. AND we continue to offer the teachings freely to all who would benefit. Your practice is a gift to us all. When you register, please select from the fee levels listed, including fee waiver if that is appropriate.
Teacher Dana The teachings of the Buddha have been offered freely for 2600 years. In keeping with the Buddhist tradition, our teachers offer their time and guidance as a gift. In turn, Sangha members express gratitude by offering dana to the teachers and to the Center. Read more about the Buddhist tradition of generosity»
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Thank you.
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Strong Back, Soft Front
January 27, 2024
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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