Young Women's retreat

Thursday 20 June 2024 – Monday 24 June 2024

Young women’s retreat:
The Luminous Mind

This is a retreat for women in their 20s and 30s who have been practising for some time in Triratna and would like to go deeper. It is an opportunity for us as younger women in various parts of Europe to get to know each other, deepen our connections, and practise the Dharma together.

“Luminous, monks, is the mind. And it is freed from incoming defilements. The well-instructed disciple of the noble ones discerns that as it actually is present, which is why I tell you that — for the well-instructed disciple of the noble ones — there is development of the mind.”

One of the Buddha’s key insights is that our state of mind conditions our thoughts, which in turn condition our actions, and thereby our world.

This retreat explores the idea that the mind operates in two very different ways, and that the spiritual life is essentially a movement from one to the other. We have the choice of being either reactive or creative, not just once, but at every moment. We will investigate what that means in our own lives, looking at ways in which we can become less reactive and more creative, with a combination of teaching, discussion, meditation and practical exercises.

The path to Enlightenment, then, is one of ever-increasing creativity, and we look at one of the Buddha’s teachings in which he describes a sequence of ever-increasing creative states of mind, all the way to the luminous mind of Enlightenment.

Led by Satyanita from Sweden and Simharava from Germany

Book Now: 3 275 kr / 2 090 kr

The reduced price is mainly for students, those without a job and others with a low income.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the price?

The price covers the cost of the retreat, including accommodation and all meals. The price does not include dana/donation or support for the retreat leaders, apart from travel expenses, the members of the order who lead do not receive any payments for retreats at Dharmagiri.

When does the retreat start and end?

The retreat begins with dinner at 18:30. You are welcome to come anytime from 15:00. We wish that you do not plan to arrive later than 18.30. If you still think you might need it, contact us before booking.

We finish in the afternoon at 14:00.

What are the accommodations like at the retreat?

Dharmagiri offers simple but comfortable accommodation. You will share a room with 1-5 other people and we will eat all meals together.

Being on retreat together means taking care of each other. The team leading the retreat are volunteers who are also on the retreat and we will ask you to help with cooking, cleaning and simple chores. Working together is a great way to get to know each other, and it also helps us keep the cost of the retreat to a minimum.

Can I have a single room?

Dharmagiri has one single room that can be allocated to a person with special needs. If you require a single room in order to attend, please contact us prior to booking to ensure availability.

What kind of food is it?

We eat breakfast, lunch and dinner together every day. Many Buddhists eat a vegan diet as an expression of nonviolence. All food at Dharmagiri is therefore vegan. If you have any allergies, it is important that you contact us before booking to ensure we can accommodate your special dietary requirements.

What do I need to bring?

If you are not traveling from another country, we ask you to bring your own bedding (sheets, duvet covers and pillowcases). You also need to bring all the toiletries you need, including towels. For those who have traveled a long way or forgot to bring sheets, these are available to rent against payment. Individual toiletries are also available for sale.