River of Joy Retreat
Recognizing our Wholeness: A Day of Easeful Zen Meditation
The heart of meditation in the zen tradition is the recognition of our truest nature, the ever-present abiding awareness that underlies every possible experience. Recognition of our true nature, even briefly, is like discovering that there’s a river of ease and satisfaction moving through us in each moment.
In this retreat we will take up the practice of stepping into this river together through guided meditation, teachings, discussion, and deep relaxation. Every student has permission throughout the day to rest or change postures as needed. Some members of the community have taken to calling these retreats the “Cozy Koji” retreats because they’re so accessible and restful without sacrificing the deepest intention of Zen practice.