Facing Fear, Finding Courage: Buddhist Teachings for a more Confident Life - Weekend Urban Retreat

Facing Fear, Finding Courage: Buddhist Teachings for a more Confident Life 

Weekend Urban Retreat at the Croydon Buddhist Centre

Friday evening, 31st May - Sunday afternoon, 2nd June

Led by Vajragupta

Open to all, regardless of experience

Booking required

Suggested donation £120/£80 (concession rate)

Sometimes we all need to find courage and face our fears. Rather than trying to avoid pain and loss, it is more fruitful to develop confidence in the face of our challenges. According to Buddhism, fearlessness can be developed in all of us, if we are serious about living a happier, freer life.

During this weekend retreat we'll be exploring the Buddha's very practical guidance on how to live more fearlessly. We'll learn and practice two meditation techniques that help us turn-in towards what is really going on inside ourselves, and then turn-out again with more confidence, both in ourselves and in life itself.

This urban retreat will give you the chance to leave the busyness of the world behind for a weekend and connect with something more meaningful. You can turn towards the mind and even glance into its vastness and true potential. This is a wonderful opportunity to explore Buddhist teachings, enjoy the company of like-minded people, and get a fresh perspective on your life.

The retreat takes place at the Croydon Buddhist Centre and is suitable for everyone interested in Buddhism. It’s a great introduction to Buddhism and meditation, or an excellent opportunity to deepen your existing practice. If you haven't been on retreat before, or residential retreats are not available to you, this is a great opportunity to experience retreat conditions.

Retreat structure

On an urban retreat we spend the weekend at the Centre and go home for the night. During the day we meditate together in the shrine room, listen to Dharma teachings, share meals and have inspiring discussions.

Friday: Evening meal and opening session - 6.30pm to 9pm

Saturday: Full day on retreat at the Centre - 10am to 9pm

Sunday: Final session, clear up and closing the retreat - 10am to 3pm