Effortless Mindfulness: Discovering the Ease Within

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It is a common experience to sit down for a moment of quiet, only to find your mind suddenly racing with an endless list of thoughts. 

You might even have a dedicated mindfulness practice already, yet feel there is a deeper level of peace that remains just out of reach. 

There is a way to stop the struggle with your own thoughts and instead step directly into a natural state of courage and ease. This is the heart of Effortless Mindfulness, which focuses on discovering the wise, loving presence that is already waiting within you.

Beginning Tuesday, May 5, we invite you to join us for a five-week course exploring a way of being that prioritizes realization over effort.

The Path of Direct Experience

This course is inspired by the teachings of Loch Kelly, drawing upon the ancient Dzogchen tradition. It shifts the focus from intense concentration to simple recognition. Instead of trying to control or quiet your mind through sheer will, this practice guides you to have a direct experience of the wise, innate Self that serves as the very foundation of your being.

Through this shift, you become aware of your own inner awareness. This realization allows you to naturally cultivate more ease, courage, and compassion. These qualities stay with you as you move through your daily life.

Explore and Grow with Community

Led by Rev. Russ Legear, this workshop offers a supportive space to explore these life-affirming practices. You will have the opportunity to:

  • Practice Together: Engage in guided Effortless Mindfulness sessions that emphasize ease over effort.

  • Share Insights: Discuss your experiences and realizations in a supportive, community-focused environment.

  • Navigate with Ease: Learn how to apply these states of being to navigate daily challenges with a calm, centered confidence.

This is your opportunity to move beyond the mental chatter and into the natural clarity of your inner Self.

Course Details:

  • Dates: Tuesdays, May 5 to June 2

  • Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

  • Location: Online via Zoom

  • Teacher: Rev. Russ Legear

  • Investment: $50 to $100 (Sliding Scale)

Embrace Your Natural Awareness

We invite you to experience the freedom of effortlessness. Discover the compassionate presence that is already here, ready to support you.

Register:  https://cslsr.breezechms.com/form/TWEM26

 

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