It is a common belief that we are what we eat but many of us see this only in terms of edible food. The Buddha offered profound teachings on three other forms of ‘food’ that we are taking in and being affected by in every moment of our lives. When we understand these other three deeply we have the power to feed ourselves well and to make not just our bodies, but also our minds and hearts vibrant and healthy.

During this retreat, we will explore and experience the teaching on the four nutriments and become familiar with ways we can truly nourish and enhance our lives.

We will enjoy sitting and walking meditation, mindful meals, gentle yoga, time in nature, and thoughtful discussions in an intimate group setting.

Please note we have had a change of Teachers for this retreat which will now be wonderfully offered by Dharma Teachers Anton Bank and Caitlin Bush

Anton is a student of Thich Nhat Hanh and Sister Shalom. Since receiving the lamp from Thich Nhat Hanh in 2014, Anton has offered teaching and support, drawing on his long term practice and life experience. A founding guardian of Dharma Gaia, parent and enthusiastic gardener, Anton is deeply inspired to share this path of mindfulness practice in ways that are easily applied to daily life. Anton enjoys continuing to transform and grow his happiness with others.

Caitlin is a member of the Order of Interbeing and received the Lamp (Permission to Teach) in 2018. She became a student of the Venerable Thich Nhat Hanh in 1998, when a friend invited her to join a sangha (community of mindfulness practice) in Edinburgh, Scotland. Caitlin enjoys offering a wide range of practices, including Dharma sharing and deep relaxation. Caitlin’s interests include facilitation, communication and socially engaged practice. 

Retreat cost ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD: $280 - $330 (The cost is a sliding scale - please pay according to your means) TO CONFIRM YOUR PLACE payment of the Retreat cost should be paid into Account Number 03-0458-0013241-000 and please confirm by email peace@dharmagaia.org

Offerings for the teachings are made separately into account number 03 0458 0238459 000 which is different from the Retreat booking account above (or offered into the Dana bowl at the time of the retreat) Please mark this as ‘Teacher’s Dana ‘ This donation is tax-deductible so must be referenced as Dana or Donation. You can find more information here Dana/gratitude 

CANCELLATION POLICY

In the event of a cancellation up to 10 days prior to the starting date of the retreat, we can offer a full refund or the funds can be carried over to your next retreat. However, a cancellation within 10 days of the retreat starting date is non-refundable.