Meditation Retreat: Shelter from the Storm

Our objects of refuge are what we turn to to relieve our suffering. We seek refuge because we need protection from our suffering and problems. Sometimes the things we turn to help a little, sometimes however, they seem to cause more problems! So we need to find non-deceptive objects of refuge.

Buddhist refuge brings about a lasting solution to our problems by focusing on their deeper causes, which lie within our mind. The word for Buddha’s teachings, Dharma, actually means protection. It is the medicine that pacifies and eventually cures all mental and physical pain.

In this retreat, we learn how to take refuge in the states of mind that give us real and lasting protection from all the storms of our life. We can overcome our negative states of mind, find mental balance, and ultimately permanent freedom from all problems

Registration Details

Cost: $10 Friday, $25 Saturday, $30 for both; free for members and benefactors

Free for Members and Benefactors: With your membership or trial membership, you will receive all links to regular events (excluding special events with visiting teachers or the Midwest Dharma Celebration, which require separate registration).

A livestream link is available for 72 hours after the class for everyone who registers.

Please review our terms and conditions before registering. Here are some helpful tips for getting the most benefit from our livestream classes.  Please note that registration closes one hour before each class starts to allow for time to get people the link in a timely manner and prepare for the livestream class.

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Register in 3 Easy Steps!

1. Click the Register button.
2. Follow the instructions and make your payment. You will be taken to a PayPal page where you can use a credit/debit card or your PayPal account.
3. Watch for the livestream link to be emailed 45-60 minutes before class starts. (If you do not receive the link, email [email protected].)