Desert Insight Retreat- Discover Your True Nature
Details
Explore the ancient Buddhist teachings through the cultivation of mindfulness and wisdom. Instructions will be provided on ways to directly experience the teachings through the application of meditation and mindfulness. You will learn techniques and gain perspectives on how to relate to the matter of the heart and undertake the training of the heart. Trina will lead a guided meditation giving participants a chance to 'try it on' and ‘see for yourself’. There will be opportunities for group reflection and one-on-one interviews with Trina.
This retreat is suitable for new and experienced practitioners. Held in the container of Noble Silence. There will be periods of sitting, mindful walking, and practicing mindfulness in all postures and all activities. There will Dharma talks, chants, and group reflection and responses. Interviews with Trina will offer those who need additional support individualized attention and one-on-one guidance.
Meals are included during your retreat: dinner on your arrival day; breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the 2nd and 3rd day, and breakfast on the last day of retreat. Our meals are vegetarian. We are unable to offer meals early or set meals aside.
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Dates: October 23 - 26, 2025
Location: Bodhi House
72943 Manana Dr., Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
Retreat Fees:
Rooms: $535 - $1320
Commuter: $335