THE SILENT SUNDAY AFTERNOON

A YOGASEADS COMMUNITY AFTERNOON

Just three hours of silence, reflection and practice.

Each month, we explore a different aspect of Buddhist wisdom and meditation. A chance to learn something new, deepen your practice and discover how these teachings relate to everyday life.

Through a Dhamma Talk, sitting and walking meditation, mindful eating and Yin Yoga, we take time to slow down, observe the mind and practise being present.

Everyone is welcome, members and non-members alike!

SIX MONTHLY THEMES

Each Sunday stands on its own. You can join just one, a few or all six. There's no need to attend the entire series.

MONTH 1 — WHERE IS YOUR MIND?

Mindfulness, Awareness & the Present Moment

What does it really mean to be present? Explore the difference between attention (manasikāra) and mindfulness (sati). Discover how often our minds take us somewhere else, and how the practice of vipassanā (insight meditation) helps us become more aware.

MONTH 2 — WHY IS IT SO HARD TO STAY?

Vitakka, Vicāra & the Vipassanā Jhānas

Why is it so difficult to stay focused, even for a few minutes? Explore vitakka (directing the mind), vicāra (sustaining attention) and samādhi (concentration). Discover how these qualities support the development of deeper meditation and insight.

MONTH 3 — WHAT MAKES THE MIND STRONG?

The Five Spiritual Faculties — Indriya

Confidence (saddhā), energy (viriya), mindfulness (sati), concentration (samādhi) and wisdom (paññā). Five qualities that strengthen our meditation practice. How do they work together, and how can we develop them in everyday life?

MONTH 4 — THE MIND HAS OTHER PLANS

The Ten Armies of Māra

Desire, doubt, restlessness, fear and resistance. In Buddhist teachings, these obstacles are described as the Ten Armies of Māra. Learn to recognise the forces that distract us, both in meditation and in daily life.

MONTH 5 — WHAT HELPS US WAKE UP?

The Seven Factors of Awakening — Bojjhaṅga

Mindfulness (sati), investigation (dhamma-vicaya), energy (viriya), joy (pīti), tranquillity (passaddhi), concentration (samādhi) and equanimity (upekkhā). Seven qualities that support awakening. How do they arise, and how can we cultivate them?

MONTH 6 — SEEING THINGS AS THEY REALLY ARE

The Development of Insight — Vipassanā Ñāṇa

Impermanence (anicca), unsatisfactoriness (dukkha) and non-self (anattā). Three fundamental characteristics of existence in Buddhist teachings. Explore how insight develops through direct experience and discover the traditional stages of insight (vipassanā-ñāṇa).

THE PROGRAMME

16:30 — Opening Meditation
16:45 — Dhamma Talk | Buddhist Teachings
17:10 — Cankama | Walking Meditation
17:40 — Sitting Meditation
18:10 — Mindful Eating | Soup & Salad in Silence
18:40 — Yin Yoga & Closing
19:30 — End

Apart from the Dhamma Talk and necessary guidance, the afternoon is held in silence.

FOR OUR YOGASEADS COMMUNITY

We believe that meditation, silence and Buddhist teachings should be accessible to everyone. That's why The Silent Sunday Afternoon is part of our regular Yogaseads programme.

• Yogaseads members: Included in your membership, at no extra cost.

• Class card holders: Just 1 class credit.

• Non-members: €29.

Soup, salad and tea are included.

Advance booking is required, so we can prepare supper for everyone. Book your place through our website or the Yogaseads app.

A lovely way to end your weekend.

We'd love to have you join us.