The five skandhas are a description of human experience often evoked in both early and later Buddhism to point to the nature of reality through reflection. When approached experientially this list has the power to lead us to deep transformation.
On this retreat we will take a three levels of wisdom approach to the topic; using study to conceptually understand our topic just enough to support reflection, then diving into our direct experience we will familiarise ourselves with the skandhas as they present in the immediacy of each moment, supporting deeper meditation, and enabling us to witness the unfolding of experience with a new sense of freedom.
The skandhas are of course a description of the whole of our experience, so as well as a substantial amount of time in the shrine room we will be encouraging an integrated and holistic approach to practice specifically including periods of meditation and reflection outdoors where the full and sensuous experience of nature can gently lead us deeper. Optional movement sessions will also help us ground our experience and retreat reviews will give opportunity for personal guidance.
For more information, read the retreat information sheet.
£100