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Beginner’s Mind: 4 Weeks of Practice — The Meditation Course
Learn the foundations of meditation and how to practice them with clarity and ease.
Are you curious about meditation but unsure where to start?
Whether you’re a complete beginner or want to refresh your practice, this course offers a practical, down-to-earth approach rooted in Buddhist teachings.
Over four weeks, you’ll explore mindfulness, work with your body, breath, thoughts, and emotions, and cultivate kindness and awareness in daily life. Experience more calm, clarity, and focus — one session at a time.
Who is it for?
Complete beginners curious about meditation
Practitioners who want to refresh or deepen their practice
Anyone seeking a practical introduction rooted in Buddhist principles
Course Details
Dates & Time
Session 1: Sunday, 15 February 2026 — 15:30–16:30
Session 2: Sunday, 22 February 2026 — 15:30–16:30
Session 3: Sunday, 1 March 2026 — 15:30–16:30
Session 4: Sunday, 8 March 2026 — 15:30–16:30
Format: 4 sessions × 1 hour (live in the studio or online)
Cost: €49
Recordings:
You’ll receive a recording after each session, valid for 2 months — perfect for repeating practices, revisiting key teachings, or catching up if you miss a session.
What You’ll Learn
The basics of meditation and mindfulness
How to practice breath, body, and seated meditations
How to observe thoughts and emotions without getting carried away
How to cultivate self-compassion and integrate meditation into daily life
Weekly Themes
Week 1: Attention & Mindfulness — Develop your beginner’s mind and learn the essentials of meditation
Week 2: Body & Breath — Use your body and breath as anchors and notice sensations without judgment
Week 3: Thoughts & Emotions — Observe thoughts and emotions with clarity and practice non-attachment
Week 4: Kindness & Integration — Cultivate compassion and integrate meditation into your daily life
How Each Session Works
Welcome & Overview: Introduction to the week’s theme
Guided Meditation: Practice focused on attention, body, breath, thoughts, or loving-kindness
Practical Exercise: Hands-on application such as mindful moments, labeling sensations, or planning your practice
Reflection & Q&A: Share experiences, explore challenges, and receive guidance
Closing & Homework: Simple daily exercises to support your practice
(Timing is flexible to suit both live and online groups.)
Key Principles You’ll Explore
Beginner’s Mind — approaching each moment freshly
Non-Attachment & Impermanence
Metta (Loving-Kindness) & Right Effort
The Five Hindrances — understanding common challenges
Why Join?
Practical, step-by-step guidance to build your meditation practice
Flexible format: live or online, plus 2-month access to recordings
Supportive for beginners and returning meditators
Integrates naturally into daily life, your yoga practice, or simple quiet moments at home
A Natural Next Step to Our Silent Sits
This course gives you the foundation to feel confident and steady during our free weekly Silent Sits. You’ll learn exactly what to do when sitting quietly — how to work with the breath, body, thoughts, and emotions — so you can continue your practice with ease long after the course ends.
The first step is simply to begin.
Set your intention, join the course, and start your meditation practice. One small step can lead to lasting change.
Love to meet you there!
With Metta,
Barbara van Dortmond