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| Wait, we can begin again? Another chance? |
Today is the start of this year's Real Happiness Challenge. American Buddhist meditation master Sharon Salzberg hopes all will consider joining this month-long endeavor built around the exploration of happiness.
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| Sharon in India with Dipa, Dipa Ma (and Joe?) |
This year (2023) is the 13th year we've offered this program, and through that time, we have witnessed the world undergo much change and difficulty. Now more than ever it feels vital to cultivate the inner resources for ease and joy in the ever-shifting landscape of our lives.
This month-long program runs from February 1-28 and consists of daily lessons, organized into four week-long themes:
- Concentration Practice: Learn core techniques of concentration practice by working with the natural breath. Salzberg’s masterful approach to the process of engaged awareness and the secret sauce for any practice: the art of beginning again.
- Mindfulness of the Body: Learn the basics of mindfulness by exploring body-based meditation techniques like walking meditation, body scan meditations, and practices that incorporate daily activities and household tasks.
- Mindfulness of Emotions: Go deeper into the world of mindfulness with the rich terrain of emotions and thoughts. Learn practices for working with difficult emotions and building positive emotions for greater resilience.
- Lovingkindness Practice: Learn core lovingkindness practices that explore how we pay attention and who we pay attention to. Cultivate genuine self-compassion and how to balance that with compassion for others and the larger world.
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| Don't quote me. Okay, quote me. |
The Challenge is offered on a sliding scale basis, with a $10 suggested contribution, to keep this offering as accessible as possible. Full scholarships are available for those who cannot contribute financially.
This program is based on her
New York Times bestselling book,
Real Happiness, now in its second edition.
While the book is not required to participate in The Challenge, it is a lovely way to deepen the experience.
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| Real Happiness (second edition) |
For anyone wanting to purchase the new edition, use the code HAPPINESS23 to receive 20% off on
Real Happiness and
Real Happiness at Work via Workman (US orders only).'
Sharon Salzberg hopes all will join in this robust offering, which is only available once a year during the month of February.
Wishing everyone well,
Sharon Salzberg (edited by Wisdom Quarterly)
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