Retreat Practice

The opportunity to dedicate a period of time to intensive meditation practice is one of the most precious aspects of our tradition. Continuity of attention over several days or longer, undisturbed by external demands or diversions, can allow the body to settle, the mind to clear, and the heart to relax. We can then attain a better understanding of ourselves, begin to release the habits of thought and behavior that are not helpful to us, and practice cultivating a peaceful mind and loving heart.

The support of a teacher and fellow retreatants helps create a safe and protected environment essential to this transformative process. A schedule of silent sitting and walking meditation is supported by daily dharma talks, instruction, and interviews with the teacher.

Talks on Retreat Practice

Speaker	Topic	Date	Length
Gil Fronsdal	Retreat Center Update	1/10/11	39:54	Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the latest version here. You also need to have JavaScript enabled in your browser.	[Download]
Gil Fronsdal	Retreats as Sanctuary	1/10/11	23:04	Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the latest version here. You also need to have JavaScript enabled in your browser.	[Download]
Gil Fronsdal	The Practice Of Retreats	12/12/10	32:13	Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the latest version here. You also need to have JavaScript enabled in your browser.	[Download]
Gil Fronsdal	Retreat Practice	05/15/06	18:11	Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the latest version here. You also need to have JavaScript enabled in your browser.	[Download]
Gil Fronsdal	On Retreat	03/27/05	41:53	Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the latest version here. You also need to have JavaScript enabled in your browser.	[Download]
Gil Fronsdal	Retreat Dynamics	08/19/02	47:14	Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the latest version here. You also need to have JavaScript enabled in your browser.	[Download]