Day of Silence with Austin & Toby

Everyone is invited to a day of silence, where we will explore the power of meditation through alternating sitting and walking practice periods. This will be held both in person and virtually from 10am - 3pm and anyone is welcome to join for any portion of it. This day is open to any person with any level of experience, but please be aware that guided meditations will only be offered for the first sitting/walking period, and during the closing metta meditation. We will also take up the practice of noble silence throughout the whole day as a way to turn inwards and deepen our relationship to our own experience. If you choose to join for only a portion of the day, please be mindful in preserving the silence of the community. The schedule is listed below. No snacks will be provided, so please bring anything you think you may need during this time. Looking forward to seeing any one who is interested!

10:00-10:20 - Orientation
10:20-11:00 - Sit/Basic Instruction
11:00-11:20 - Walk/Basic Instructions
11:20-12:00 - Sit
12:00-12:20 - Walk
12:20-1:00 - Sit
3:00-3:20 - Rest or Further Practice
1:20-2:00 - Sit
2:00-2:20 - Walk
2:20-3:00 - Guided Metta

WE ARE BUILT ON GIVING
This offering is provided solely through voluntary giving. The giving of many is what allows this gathering to be offered so freely. Anyone who’s experienced benefit from this offerings is invited to give for the benefit of others. There are many ways to give beyond financial contributions. Giving includes all types of altruistic service.

In giving, we expand our hearts in a way that recognizes we are not actually separate from others. Giving is a letting go of a sense of separateness that’s based in ignorance. When we practice giving, we feel into how we all depend on one another - how we are all part of the whole. In this way, giving is the natural response of the awakened heart.

You’re invited to give according to your volition and means - in whatever ways resonate with you. You might like to make monetary donations, contribute to our collective resources, or dedicate your time and skill to assist the community.