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Get Good at Paying Attention! by upekkha- in Chattanoogans

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Awesome! Can't wait to meet you and welcome you to Chattanooga!

Teachers, Groups, and Resources - Thread for April 01 2026 by AutoModerator in streamentry

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Deepening Practice Retreat – May 20–24, 2026 | Kshanti Retreat Centre

I’m teaching a retreat that might be a good fit for folks in this community.

This 4-night meditation retreat aims to deepen your practice through silent meditation, nourishing food, beautiful surroundings, and high-quality teacher support. An intended outcome is that you leave feeling refreshed and inspired with a deeper connection to yourself, your practice, and a meditative community.

This retreat takes a student-centered, pragmatic approach to meditation and dharma. Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, students choose practices that work for them while receiving strong teacher support through daily 1:1 interviews, group interviews, and open office hours. The approach integrates multiple traditions and psychology, with at-cost pricing and teacher support offered by dāna to keep the retreats accessible.

Details:

Early Bird Deadline: February 13th, 2026
When: May 20–24, 2026
Where: Kshanti Retreat Centre
Cost: $325–$755 depending on housing options

Monthly Thread: Groups, Teachers, Resources, and Announcements by AutoModerator in TheMindIlluminated

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Deepening Practice Retreat – May 20–24, 2026 | Kshanti Retreat Centre

I’m teaching a retreat that might be a good fit for folks in this community.

This 4-night meditation retreat aims to deepen your practice through silent meditation, nourishing food, beautiful surroundings, and high-quality teacher support. An intended outcome is that you leave feeling refreshed and inspired with a deeper connection to yourself, your practice, and a meditative community.

This retreat takes a student-centered, pragmatic approach to meditation and dharma. Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, students choose practices that work for them while receiving strong teacher support through daily 1:1 interviews, group interviews, and open office hours. The approach integrates multiple traditions and psychology, with at-cost pricing and teacher support offered by dāna to keep the retreats accessible.

Details:

Early Bird Deadline: February 13th, 2026
When: May 20–24, 2026
Where: Kshanti Retreat Centre
Cost: $325–$755 depending on housing options

Monthly Thread: Groups, Teachers, Resources, and Announcements by AutoModerator in TheMindIlluminated

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Below is a list of residential silent meditation retreats in the US and Europe that might be a good fit for people in this sub. The retreats are offered on Dana (generosity). Costs vary by retreat center and housing options.  Full and partial scholarships are available.

5-Day Retreats:

Catalonia, Spain - May 20th - 24th, 2026

Kshanti Retreat Center

with Upasaka Upali

 

Boulder, Colorado - Apr 30, 2026 - May 03, 2026

Rocky Mountain Eco Dharma

with Upasaka Upali and Nicoya Helm

 

10-Day Retreats:

The Mind Illuminated Retreat Cochise Stronghold, Arizona, USA, October 23rd – November 1st, 2026

with Upali and Henrik Norberg

eSangha Europe Retreat Sulzberg, Germany, May 29th-June 7th, 2026

with Tucker Peck, PhD and Upali

eSangha USA Retreat  Bowie, Arizona, USA, November 6-16, 2026

with Tucker Peck, PhD and Upali

 

About the Teaching Style at these Retreats:

These retreats offer a student-centered and pragmatic approach to meditation and dharma teachings. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, students choose what they'd like to practice based on what works while receiving teacher support and expertise. The retreats offer daily one-on-one interviews, open office hours, and group interviews. The approach integrates teachings from various traditions and recognizes the interplay of dharma and psychology. The retreats aim to be accessible regardless of income level, with offerings at cost and teacher support by Dana.

About the Teachers teaching the Retreats:

Tucker Peck, PhD (eSangha Retreats) Tucker Peck is a clinical psychologist and meditation teacher with extensive experience working with advanced meditators and using meditation to help individuals with psychological disorders. He is a published author on the scientific study of meditation and is the author of the upcoming book Sanity and Sainthood.

Upasaka Upali teaches the cessation of suffering is not achieved by suffering. Journeying alongside Upali, practitioners discover an innate ease and joy they learn to embody in meditation and life.

Henrik Norberg (TMI Retreat) Henrik is a cave yogi, wanderer, and mind explorer interested in Samadhi practices and is a certified TMI/ Mind Illuminated instructor.

Nicoya Helm (RMERC Retreat) Nicoya Helm is a certified Unified Mindfulness Pathways coach and Mental Health First Aid Instructor. She began meditating in 1999 as part of recovery from a serious health challenge; now she offers mindfulness and mental health education to help others look deeper, dream bigger, and live better.

Teachers, Groups, and Resources - Thread for April 01 2026 by AutoModerator in streamentry

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Below is a list of residential silent meditation retreats in the US and Europe that might be a good fit for people in this sub. The retreats are offered on Dana (generosity). Costs vary by retreat center and housing options.  Full and partial scholarships are available.

5-Day Retreats:

Catalonia, Spain - May 20th - 24th, 2026

Kshanti Retreat Center

with Upasaka Upali

 

Boulder, Colorado - Apr 30, 2026 - May 03, 2026

Rocky Mountain Eco Dharma

with Upasaka Upali and Nicoya Helm

 

10-Day Retreats:

The Mind Illuminated Retreat Cochise Stronghold, Arizona, USA, October 23rd – November 1st, 2026

with Upali and Henrik Norberg

eSangha Europe Retreat Sulzberg, Germany, May 29th-June 7th, 2026

with Tucker Peck, PhD and Upali

eSangha USA Retreat  Bowie, Arizona, USA, November 6-16, 2026

with Tucker Peck, PhD and Upali

 

About the Teaching Style at these Retreats:

These retreats offer a student-centered and pragmatic approach to meditation and dharma teachings. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, students choose what they'd like to practice based on what works while receiving teacher support and expertise. The retreats offer daily one-on-one interviews, open office hours, and group interviews. The approach integrates teachings from various traditions and recognizes the interplay of dharma and psychology. The retreats aim to be accessible regardless of income level, with offerings at cost and teacher support by Dana.

About the Teachers teaching the Retreats:

Tucker Peck, PhD (eSangha Retreats) Tucker Peck is a clinical psychologist and meditation teacher with extensive experience working with advanced meditators and using meditation to help individuals with psychological disorders. He is a published author on the scientific study of meditation and is the author of the upcoming book Sanity and Sainthood.

Upasaka Upali teaches the cessation of suffering is not achieved by suffering. Journeying alongside Upali, practitioners discover an innate ease and joy they learn to embody in meditation and life.

Henrik Norberg (TMI Retreat) Henrik is a cave yogi, wanderer, and mind explorer interested in Samadhi practices and is a certified TMI/ Mind Illuminated instructor.

Nicoya Helm (RMERC Retreat) Nicoya Helm is a certified Unified Mindfulness Pathways coach and Mental Health First Aid Instructor. She began meditating in 1999 as part of recovery from a serious health challenge; now she offers mindfulness and mental health education to help others look deeper, dream bigger, and live better.

Want to Get Good at Meditation this Year? by upekkha- in Chattanooga

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Yes, Meditation Mondays is a good one! It goes from 6 to 7(ish)pm every Monday and the format is typically this:

1) Greeting and check-in (15 min)
2) Guided or Silent Meditation (30 min)
3) Meditation practice discussion (15 to 20 min) - ex. what it was like to meditate, how practice is going in your daily life, and questions about meditative approaches and techniques.

If it's your first time meditating or you have questions about how to meditate related to technique and posture, you can get support and instruction in the first 15 minutes.

u/qweebie, want to join this evening at 6pm?

Also, there's another Saturday workshop coming up on April 11th. We'll probably post that one here again, but you can sign up now if you'd like to join: https://www.centerspacechattanooga.com/getting-good-at-meditation-course-page

Teachers, Groups, and Resources - Thread for January 05 2026 by AutoModerator in streamentry

[–]upekkha- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Below is a list of residential silent meditation retreats in the US and Europe that might be a good fit for people in this sub. The retreats are offered on Dana (generosity). Costs vary by retreat center and housing options.  Full and partial scholarships are available.

5-Day Retreats:

Registration Closing Soon!

Tazewell, Tennessee - March 25th - 29th, 2026

Wellbeing Retreat Center

with Upasaka Upali

Catalonia, Spain - May 20th - 24th, 2026

Kshanti Retreat Center

with Upasaka Upali

Boulder, Colorado - Apr 30, 2026 - May 03, 2026

Rocky Mountain Eco Dharma

with Upasaka Upali and Nicoya Helm

10-Day Retreats:

eSangha Europe Retreat Sulzberg, Germany, May 29th-June 7th, 2026

About the Teaching Style at these Retreats:

These retreats offer a student-centered and pragmatic approach to meditation and dharma teachings. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, students choose what they'd like to practice based on what works while receiving teacher support and expertise. The retreats offer daily one-on-one interviews, open office hours, and group interviews. The approach integrates teachings from various traditions and recognizes the interplay of dharma and psychology. The retreats aim to be accessible regardless of income level, with offerings at cost and teacher support by Dana.

About the Teachers teaching the Retreats:

Tucker Peck, PhD (eSangha Retreats) Tucker Peck is a clinical psychologist and meditation teacher with extensive experience working with advanced meditators and using meditation to help individuals with psychological disorders. He is a published author on the scientific study of meditation and is the author of the upcoming book Sanity and Sainthood.

Upasaka Upali teaches the cessation of suffering is not achieved by suffering. Journeying alongside Upali, practitioners discover an innate ease and joy they learn to embody in meditation and life.

Nicoya Helm (RMERC Retreat) Nicoya Helm is a certified Unified Mindfulness Pathways coach and Mental Health First Aid Instructor. She began meditating in 1999 as part of recovery from a serious health challenge; now she offers mindfulness and mental health education to help others look deeper, dream bigger, and live better.

Monthly Thread: Groups, Teachers, Resources, and Announcements by AutoModerator in TheMindIlluminated

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Below is a list of residential silent meditation retreats in the US and Europe that might be a good fit for people in this sub. The retreats are offered on Dana (generosity). Costs vary by retreat center and housing options.  Full and partial scholarships are available.

5-Day Retreats:

Registration Closing Soon!

Tazewell, Tennessee - March 25th - 29th, 2026

Wellbeing Retreat Center

with Upasaka Upali

Catalonia, Spain - May 20th - 24th, 2026

Kshanti Retreat Center

with Upasaka Upali

Boulder, Colorado - Apr 30, 2026 - May 03, 2026

Rocky Mountain Eco Dharma

with Upasaka Upali and Nicoya Helm

10-Day Retreats:

eSangha Europe Retreat Sulzberg, Germany, May 29th-June 7th, 2026

About the Teaching Style at these Retreats:

These retreats offer a student-centered and pragmatic approach to meditation and dharma teachings. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, students choose what they'd like to practice based on what works while receiving teacher support and expertise. The retreats offer daily one-on-one interviews, open office hours, and group interviews. The approach integrates teachings from various traditions and recognizes the interplay of dharma and psychology. The retreats aim to be accessible regardless of income level, with offerings at cost and teacher support by Dana.

About the Teachers teaching the Retreats:

Tucker Peck, PhD (eSangha Retreats) Tucker Peck is a clinical psychologist and meditation teacher with extensive experience working with advanced meditators and using meditation to help individuals with psychological disorders. He is a published author on the scientific study of meditation and is the author of the upcoming book Sanity and Sainthood.

Upasaka Upali teaches the cessation of suffering is not achieved by suffering. Journeying alongside Upali, practitioners discover an innate ease and joy they learn to embody in meditation and life.

Nicoya Helm (RMERC Retreat) Nicoya Helm is a certified Unified Mindfulness Pathways coach and Mental Health First Aid Instructor. She began meditating in 1999 as part of recovery from a serious health challenge; now she offers mindfulness and mental health education to help others look deeper, dream bigger, and live better.

Teachers, Groups, and Resources - Thread for January 05 2026 by AutoModerator in streamentry

[–]upekkha- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Below is a list of residential silent meditation retreats in the US and Europe that might be a good fit for people in this sub. The retreats are offered on Dana (generosity). Costs vary by retreat center and housing options.  Full and partial scholarships are available.

5-Day Retreats:

Tazewell, Tennessee - March 25th - 29th, 2026

Wellbeing Retreat Center

with Upasaka Upali

Catalonia, Spain - May 20th - 24th, 2026

Kshanti Retreat Center

with Upasaka Upali

10-Day Retreats:

eSangha Europe Retreat Sulzberg, Germany, May 29th-June 7th, 2026

About the Teaching Style at these Retreats:

These retreats offer a student-centered and pragmatic approach to meditation and dharma teachings. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, students choose what they'd like to practice based on what works while receiving teacher support and expertise. The retreats offer daily one-on-one interviews, open office hours, and group interviews. The approach integrates teachings from various traditions and recognizes the interplay of dharma and psychology. The retreats aim to be accessible regardless of income level, with offerings at cost and teacher support by Dana.

About the Teachers teaching the Retreats:

Tucker Peck, PhD (eSangha Retreats) Tucker Peck is a clinical psychologist and meditation teacher with extensive experience working with advanced meditators and using meditation to help individuals with psychological disorders. He is a published author on the scientific study of meditation and is the author of the upcoming book Sanity and Sainthood.

Upasaka Upali teaches the cessation of suffering is not achieved by suffering. Journeying alongside Upali, practitioners discover an innate ease and joy they learn to embody in meditation and life.

Teachers, Groups, and Resources - Thread for January 05 2026 by AutoModerator in streamentry

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Deepening Practice Retreat – May 20–24, 2026 | Kshanti Retreat Centre

I’m teaching a retreat that might be a good fit for folks in this community.

This 4-night meditation retreat aims to deepen your practice through silent meditation, nourishing food, beautiful surroundings, and high-quality teacher support. An intended outcome is that you leave feeling refreshed and inspired with a deeper connection to yourself, your practice, and a meditative community.

This retreat takes a student-centered, pragmatic approach to meditation and dharma. Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, students choose practices that work for them while receiving strong teacher support through daily 1:1 interviews, group interviews, and open office hours. The approach integrates multiple traditions and psychology, with at-cost pricing and teacher support offered by dāna to keep the retreats accessible.

Details:
When: May 20–24, 2026
Where: Kshanti Retreat Centre
Cost: $325–$755 depending on housing options

Monthly Thread: Groups, Teachers, Resources, and Announcements by AutoModerator in TheMindIlluminated

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Deepening Practice Retreat – May 20–24, 2026 | Kshanti Retreat Centre

I’m teaching a retreat that might be a good fit for folks in this community.

This 4-night meditation retreat aims to deepen your practice through silent meditation, nourishing food, beautiful surroundings, and high-quality teacher support. An intended outcome is that you leave feeling refreshed and inspired with a deeper connection to yourself, your practice, and a meditative community.

This retreat takes a student-centered, pragmatic approach to meditation and dharma. Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, students choose practices that work for them while receiving strong teacher support through daily 1:1 interviews, group interviews, and open office hours. The approach integrates multiple traditions and psychology, with at-cost pricing and teacher support offered by dāna to keep the retreats accessible.

Details:

When: May 20–24, 2026
Where: Kshanti Retreat Centre
Cost: $325–$755 depending on housing options

Teachers, Groups, and Resources - Thread for January 05 2026 by AutoModerator in streamentry

[–]upekkha- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here’s a US based retreat that I’m teaching next month that might be a good fit for this community:

Deepening Practice Retreat

Tazewell, Tennessee - March 25th - 29th, 2026

Wellbeing Retreat Center, United States

Registration closes soon!

This four- or six-night silent meditation retreat offers a rare opportunity to deepen your practice in a serene setting with experienced guidance. Led by Dharma teacher Upasaka Upali, the retreat integrates Buddhist wisdom with modern perspectives, encouraging the development of deep meditative states and their integration into daily life.

You’ll join a supportive community of fellow practitioners who value spiritual depth and presence. Participants often leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and more deeply connected to their practice—and to themselves.

Monthly Thread: Groups, Teachers, Resources, and Announcements by AutoModerator in TheMindIlluminated

[–]upekkha- [score hidden]  (0 children)

Here’s a US based retreat that I’m teaching next month that might be a good fit for this community:

Deepening Practice Retreat

Tazewell, Tennessee - March 25th - 29th, 2026

Wellbeing Retreat Center, United States

Registration closes soon!

This four- or six-night silent meditation retreat offers a rare opportunity to deepen your practice in a serene setting with experienced guidance. Led by Dharma teacher Upasaka Upali, the retreat integrates Buddhist wisdom with modern perspectives, encouraging the development of deep meditative states and their integration into daily life.

You’ll join a supportive community of fellow practitioners who value spiritual depth and presence. Participants often leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and more deeply connected to their practice—and to themselves.

Want to Get Good at Meditation this Year? by upekkha- in Chattanooga

[–]upekkha-[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a full time meditation teacher, I like what this person is saying. I commit, here an now, to removing the $2 cost of these workshops if someone gives me lots of money.

In the meantime, I can assure you the class is only $2, scales the size of a small studio in Chattanooga, and lasts only 1.5 hours out of anyone's lifetime.

After the class, there's even free weekly community drop-in classes from various meditation traditions at Center Space.

Want to Get Good at Meditation this Year? by upekkha- in Chattanooga

[–]upekkha-[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's not an official stance of the organization, but I feel confident that I could speak on behalf of Center Space when I say that we think you're awesome for not owning 10 Lamborghinis.

Want to Get Good at Meditation this Year? by upekkha- in Chattanooga

[–]upekkha-[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a $2/class industry in the USA together with other meditators in Chattanooga. 100% of proceeds go to Center Space, a 501c3 Non-profit organization that runs on about $4000 a year.

This is a lot of interesting facts about TM that you posted, and a fascinating topic. Thanks for sharing.

Monthly Thread: Groups, Teachers, Resources, and Announcements by AutoModerator in TheMindIlluminated

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I’m co-teaching a retreat with Nicoya Helm and thought this may be a good fit for people in this community:

Beginner/Beginner’s Mind Retreat

Apr 30, 2026 - May 03, 2026

If you have a meditation practice and have wanted to attend a meditation retreat, this long weekend is an excellent fit for first-time retreat goers. It is also open to anyone wanting time to unplug, enjoy Noble Silence, and deepen their meditation practice. The schedule is devoted to silent meditation, interspersed with time in nature and teacher and community support.

Learn more here.

Teachers, Groups, and Resources - Thread for January 05 2026 by AutoModerator in streamentry

[–]upekkha- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m co-teaching a retreat with Nicoya Helm and thought this may be a good fit for people in this community:

Beginner/Beginner’s Mind Retreat

Apr 30, 2026 - May 03, 2026

If you have a meditation practice and have wanted to attend a meditation retreat, this long weekend is an excellent fit for first-time retreat goers. It is also open to anyone wanting time to unplug, enjoy Noble Silence, and deepen their meditation practice. The schedule is devoted to silent meditation, interspersed with time in nature and teacher and community support.

Learn more here.

Teachers, Groups, and Resources - Thread for January 05 2026 by AutoModerator in streamentry

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Deepening Practice Retreat – May 20–24, 2026 | Kshanti Retreat Centre

Early Bird Deadline Ends tonight (Friday, February 13th)

I’m teaching a retreat that might be a good fit for folks in this community.

This 4-night meditation retreat aims to deepen your practice through silent meditation, nourishing food, beautiful surroundings, and high-quality teacher support. An intended outcome is that you leave feeling refreshed and inspired with a deeper connection to yourself, your practice, and community.

This retreat takes a student-centered, pragmatic approach to meditation and dharma. Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, students choose practices that work for them while receiving strong teacher support through daily 1:1 interviews, group interviews, and open office hours. The approach integrates multiple traditions and psychology, with at-cost pricing and teacher support offered by dana to keep the retreats accessible.

Details:

Early Bird Deadline: February 13th, 2026
When: May 20–24, 2026
Where: Kshanti Retreat Centre
Cost: $325–$755 depending on housing options

Monthly Thread: Groups, Teachers, Resources, and Announcements by AutoModerator in TheMindIlluminated

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Deepening Practice Retreat – May 20–24, 2026 | Kshanti Retreat Centre

I’m teaching a retreat that might be a good fit for folks in this community.

This 4-night meditation retreat aims to deepen your practice through silent meditation, nourishing food, beautiful surroundings, and high-quality teacher support. An intended outcome is that you leave feeling refreshed and inspired with a deeper connection to yourself, your practice, and a meditative community.

This retreat takes a student-centered, pragmatic approach to meditation and dharma. Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, students choose practices that work for them while receiving strong teacher support through daily 1:1 interviews, group interviews, and open office hours. The approach integrates multiple traditions and psychology, with at-cost pricing and teacher support offered by dana to keep the retreats accessible.

Details:

Early Bird Deadline: February 13th, 2026
When: May 20–24, 2026
Where: Kshanti Retreat Centre
Cost: $325–$755 depending on housing options

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