Retreat Overview
Everyone experiences difficulties, suffering. The Buddha taught concrete ways to hold and transform our suffering, so compassion for ourselves and others can arise.
In this retreat, we will study and practice ways to cultivate compassion and ease our suffering. On the last day, Leslie will transmit the Five Mindfulness Trainings to those who wish to formally commit to the precepts.
Who This Retreat Is For
This retreat is suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners.
The retreat will be mostly silent but includes small group sharing each day, private practice time, and group outdoor walks on the beautiful grounds.
Leslie Rawls​
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Leslie Rawls has been Thich Nhat Hanh’s student for over thirty years. He ordained her into the Order of Interbeing in 1995 and gave her Lamp Transmission to become one of his Dharma teachers in 2009. She regularly joins practices at the three Plum Village monasteries in the US and is the resident Dharma teacher for the Charlotte (NC) Community of MIndfulness.
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About Your Facilitator​
Meals
Vegetarian Meals:
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Three freshly prepared, mostly organic, gluten-free, vegetarian meals will be served daily.
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Meals may include organic eggs and dairy, with a vegan option available.
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Tea, coffee, lemon ginger water, and snacks will be available throughout the day.
Studio Cabins
Shared Cabins
Cabinettes
Camping
Accommodations
We offer a variety of cozy lodging options.
Click the photos below to explore each one.
Questions?
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For questions about the retreat content or structure, email Leslie at leslierawlsdt@gmail.com or Barbara Carter at Bcarter1063@outlook.com
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For questions about facilities or accommodations, email Heather at registration@wellbeingfoundation.org
Registration & Payment
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Please register with Well Being Retreat Center using the online form below.
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Registration costs range from $385 - $575 depending on the housing selection * Prices do not include Dana (generosity/donation) for Leslie's teachings *
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Registration includes lodging and meals.
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Check-in will be from 3:00-5:00 pm on Thursday October 29th and at 5:00pm on Friday October 30th.
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The retreat will conclude after lunch, at around 2:00 pm, on Sunday November 1st.​
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Registration will close at midnight on October 24th.
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Cancellation & Accommodations Policies can be found HERE
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To register please click the button below
