An open and frank discussion about journeying with low moods and depression – whether of diagnosed disorders or seasonal or life changes.

Join us for this morning event where David will weave together the various strands of his life – his personal lived experience of depression, caring for loved ones with depression, working in inpatient and community mental health, plus his journey of recovery, and helpful insights from Buddhism and meditation. The ups and downs. The good, the bad, and the ugly.

We will finish with a reading and sharing circle hosted by our very own Yangchen (Catriona) – a safe space to openly and honestly explore our own experiences, successes, and pitfalls.

We hope this event will provide a comforting, non-judgemental, and uplifting space for those who journey with depression to come together and feel held and heard.

*The entire morning will be unrecorded and only open to those able to attend live. We may host similar sessions in future.*

**Tentative Schedule**
*May be subject to change. All times given in UK timezone.*
9am-10.00am – 60m – Session & Meditation with David
15 min break
10.15am-11.15am – 60m – Session & Meditation with David (incl. Q&A)
15 min break
11.30am-12.30pm – 60m – Sharing Circle with Yangchen

About the final session, Yangchen says:
*“I want to theme my session around the notion of the divided life, the tension between “soul” (heart, essence, inner me) and the roles I occupy in the manifest world. In particular the effect of this tension on my chronic depression and the role of the three jewels in providing sanctuary. Inspired by Parker Palmer’s A Hidden Wholeness.”*

Find out more: [https://www.samadhi.org.uk/events/journeying-with-depression/](https://www.samadhi.org.uk/events/journeying-with-depression/)

**Booking & Donations**
You can book directly [through our website](https://www.samadhi.org.uk/events/journeying-with-depression/), or join by RSVP here on Meetup.

1. Suggested Donation: £15
2. Custom Amount: Donation of your choosing
3. Free for Samadhi Supporters

All proceeds go towards the development of future programmes and our vision for The Samadhi Retreat Centre.

You can make a donation by [clicking here](https://donate.stripe.com/6oE5mo1aOczVebe144) or on our website: [https://www.samadhi.org.uk/donate/](https://www.samadhi.org.uk/donate/)

London Meditation & Mindfulness Meetup Group from Samadhi

David Oromith

Manu Oromith

Marie Dimond

Journeying with Depression

Online event

The Foundation for Authentic Dharma Practice:
*Outer Preliminary Practices for Tibetan Buddhism and Dzogchen*

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy for our dharma practice to take a backseat.

The Four Revolutions in Outlook radically shift our view of reality and the meaning of life, helping us shift our priorities towards our practice and providing a solid foundation for authentic Dharma.

This inspiring 2-day online retreat with David Oromith, Buddhist contemplative and dharma teacher, will include a deep, practice-oriented exploration of the Four Revolutions in Outlook, aiming to ignite your motivation and offer a powerful boost for your Dharma practice.

In this retreat, we will explore these four indispensable meditations:

1. The Rarity and Preciousness of Our Human Existence: Recognising the unique opportunity of our precious human life.
2. The Significance of Mortality and Impermanence: Understanding the transient and changing nature of life.
3. The Reality of Dukkha: Acknowledging the full extent of suffering in existence.
4. The Nature of Actions and Their Consequences: Comprehending karma and its effects within and beyond this life.

These themes, when studied, contemplated, and meditated upon, radically shift our outlook and priorities. They are regarded as indispensable in all schools of Tibetan Buddhism and are taught as the common, outer preliminaries for Dzogchen practice.

**What to Expect**
Over the course of 8 sessions (2 on each), we will explore each theme and engage in guided meditations to deeply internalise these contemplations. David’s clear, practical, and relatable teaching style will make these ancient attitudes applicable to modern life.

**Who Should Attend**
This retreat is suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners who wish to revitalise their motivation for spiritual practice. Whether you are looking to start your journey or deepen your existing practice, this retreat will offer valuable insights and practical guidance.

**Session schedule (for both days)**
*The schedule is given in UK time*
11:00 – 12:30 – Session 1
2:00 – 3:30pm – Session 2
4:30 – 6pm – Session 3
7:00 – 8:00pm – Session 4

The entire retreat will include 8 sessions. You are welcome to join the entire retreat for full effect, or catch the sessions you can and then go through the recordings in an orderly manner.

All the participants will receive supporting materials, all the recordings, and additional guided meditations for continuous personal practice.
Any questions related to the theme of the retreat can also be submitted to the teacher throughout the days of the retreat.

If you need bursary assistance or a discount for the retreat, please contact us at office@contemplative-consciousness.net

**This event is organised by the Contemplative Consciousness Network and bookings are being handled via their website: [https://contemplative-consciousness.net/events/four-revolutions-in-outlook/](https://contemplative-consciousness.net/events/four-revolutions-in-outlook/)**

Four Revolutions in Outlook: Two-Day Online Buddhist Meditation Retreat

Join us for our free weekly online guided meditation and group discussion on Sundays at 10am.

Everyone welcome, no pressure to speak or have your camera on - simply listen in and enjoy.

These sessions include a guided meditation, a short talk on our practice of the week, and some time for group discussion. There is no need to commit to every week, you can drop-in whenever you wish.

During these sessions, we will engage in various meditations from the Buddhist and other contemplative traditions. These meditations will help you to unwind, relax, let go of things like stress and anxiety, and cultivate positive minds such as patience, compassion, and equanimity.

With a regular meditation practice, you will gain greater and greater peace of mind and discover a more positive approach to life, as well as improved levels of emotional and mental health. Meditation has numerous benefits for the health of both your body and mind, is easy to do, and something everyone can learn.

"Since nearly everyone living in the modern world is coping with an overload of thinking, remembering, and planning this may be just what the doctor ordered: a general prescription for soothing and healing overworked bodies and minds." – B. Alan Wallace

Everybody is welcome to join these sessions.

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Welcome to Samadhi! We aim to introduce people to meditation and mindfulness, and to help them integrate these practices into their daily life. 

We engage in meditations from the Buddhist and other contemplative traditions. Drawing on the practical experience of meditation, psychology, and Buddhist wisdom, we look at insights, teachings and new ways of thinking which help us unwind, relax, let go of things like stress and anxiety, and cultivate positive minds such as patience, compassion, and equanimity.

With a regular meditation practice, you will gain greater peace of mind and discover a more positive approach to life, and improved levels of emotional and mental health. Meditation has numerous benefits for the health of body and mind, is easy to do, and something everyone can learn.

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