About this event

Looking Deeply is a 6-week follow on course from The Art of Zen (formerly called "Be Calm Be Happy") in which we can refresh and extend our practice in the Plum Village tradition.

We do this most beneficially as a Sangha, a group of people coming together to practise and support one another on the journey.

We go deeper into Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings, helping us to become more aware of our territory of body, feelings, mind and consciousness. We discover how to take mindfulness further into our daily lives.

What to Expect

Sessions are online via Zoom. In each, we meditate together, consider the weekly theme, and undertake a reflection exercise looking at its relevance to us, with time for group discussion.

There will be recommended meditations from the Plum Village App to use during the week. You can install the Plum Village App here

You will get the most from this course if you regularly practise the meditations and reflect on the weekly theme between each session. The Plum Village App will be a valuable resource to support this.

Themes for the sessions:

• Arriving Home
• Mindfulness of the Body
• Mindfulness of Feelings
• Mindfulness of the Mind
• Impermanence
• Connectedness

Schedule

The course is at the same time every week. You will meet with the same group each time.

This is a live, interactive course, without any recorded sessions to download.

Each session lasts two hours.

Upcoming Dates

Start dates are:

Wed 8 Jan 2025
7:00 - 9:00 PM, led by Lauri Bower and Clare Carlile

Mon 3 Mar 2025
7:00 - 9:00 PM, led by Vari McLuskie and Ian Sneath

Who can attend?

This course is only suitable for those with some experience already. If looking for an introduction to Plum Village practices, Zen or meditation, we recommend the Be Calm Be Happy course instead.

Our expectation is that you have either attended a Be Calm Be Happy course or that you have experience of practising in the Plum Village tradition with a Sangha.

The course is suitable for those of all faiths and none. Participants come from a wide range of backgrounds.

Ticket Pricing

In offering a range of ticket prices we aim to make the course available to all.

Please note, bookings close 12 hours before a course starts. Courses can become fully booked, so it is advisable to book early if you want to be sure of a place.

Refund Policy

If you cancel your booking at least 14 days before the start of the course we will refund your course fee. After this time, no refunds will be possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I miss a class?

It is ideal if you can make all the classes as this way you will gain a sound foundation in mindfulness practice. If you have to miss a class and know ahead of time, do let your course leader know.

What further information will I receive?

You will receive "Joining Information" in a confirmation email once you have purchased your ticket. This will confirm the information on the class timings, and how to access the online course. You will receive a further email directly from the Course Facilitator in the week before the course starts, inviting you to a short pre-course zoom call.

What is your cancellation policy?

If you cancel your booking at least 14 days before the start of the course we will refund your course fee. After this time, no refunds will be possible.

If you have any questions please contact us via mindfulness-courses@plumvillage.uk

PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT

Please read the terms and conditions listed below carefully. It is important that you understand and agree to these fully.

I acknowledge that I am physically and psychologically fit enough to participate in this programme. I know of no reason, nor have I been informed by my doctor or health care professional, of any reason why my participation in this programme would do me or others harm of any nature.

I understand that the course may raise emotional issues. Whilst mindfulness can be helpful with ordinary anxiety and low mood, this course is not suitable for people with extreme anxiety, severe depression, psychosis or personality disorder.

The course is not intended to provide a therapeutic environment. It is not a substitute for ongoing medical support.

I agree to take full responsibility for my own health and well-being.

I understand that participants and instructors must keep everything that happens within the course completely confidential.

As a participant, I agree not to record or make any reproduction of the whole or any part of the programme, materials or electronic files and I understand that the content is protected by copyright laws.