Day of Relational Mindfulness

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You’re invited to a full-day immersion in relational presence — an opportunity to practice the Dharma not alone, but together.

Held at Greatwood Zen Center, a Plum Village–inspired community space next to Reedy Creek Park, this gathering blends mindfulness with relational awareness.

While silent meditation cultivates inner stillness, this day explores what happens when we bring that awareness into connection — in real time.

To keep the experience intimate, participation is capped at 11 people.

WHY COME?
This retreat may be for you if you:
• Practice mindfulness and want more aliveness in relationship
• Long for authentic, nourishing connection
• Want to feel more embodied and expressed
• Crave both depth and playfulness
• Desire a space where honesty and kindness coexist
This is a space to rest in awareness, be seen in your truth (including your boundaries), and explore your natural impact on others.

WHAT WE’LL EXPLORE
Through large group sessions, small groups, and pairs, we’ll practice:
• Naming what is happening right now — in body, heart, and mind
• Staying close to our direct experience
• Updating assumptions in real time
• Relaxing control and cultivating trust
• Practicing truth and love as living realities
No one is asked to perform, fix themselves, or push past their limits.
Transformation here arises not from effort — but from being with what is already alive.

WHAT YOU MIGHT EXPERIENCE
Each person’s journey is unique, but participants often leave with:
• Greater inner peace and wonder in connection
• A deeper sense of being fully “arrived” in themselves
• Feeling seen without bypassing boundaries
• More embodied expression
• Courage to shine and love without apology

WHAT THIS IS NOT
• Not therapy or group healing
• Not a “safe space” guarantee — we practice brave space
• Not about emotional hierarchy — all experiences are welcome
• Not about comfort alone — growth and ease both belong

DETAILS
🗓 March 7, 2026 | 10AM–6PM
📍 Greatwood Zen Center, Charlotte, NC
🥗 90-minute lunch break (vegan meal provided)

Sliding Scale:
Scholarship: $45
Sustainer: $70
Benefactor: $95

Additional scholarships available upon request.

Registration is complete upon payment. Limited to 11 participants.
Venmo: James-Dial-1
PayPal: http://paypal.me/JamesAllenDial
Zelle: [jamesdial99@gmail.com](mailto:jamesdial99@gmail.com)
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ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
James Dial is the steward of Relateful Charlotte, devoted to cultivating spaces of authentic connection where presence and growth intertwine. He is known for his warm, heartfelt facilitation style and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Talent and Organizational Development.

A FINAL INVITATION
You don’t need to prepare.
You don’t need to be more present, loving, or clear.
Just come as you are — and let the practice meet you there.
We hope to see you on the cushion and in connection.