Next weekend is a wonderful opportunity for People of Colour to come together at Vijayaloka, meditate and be inspired by the Buddha's teachings and each other. We will co-create a special space for connection, discussion, sharing and breathing in the bush as we practice together. This retreat is for People of Colour. All levels of experience are welcome. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this retreat with the team, please get in touch with the Sydney Buddhist Centre via email info@sydneybuddhistcentre.org.au and we will put you in touch with retreat leaders Yasokaruna and Chandramalin. https://sydneybuddhistcentre.org.au/retreats/people-of-colour-retreat (fb)

Next weekend – for practitioners with a little more experience – a special retreat is on offer at Vijayaloka. Between 8 – 15 August, we’ll take our practice of mettā bhāvanā to new understanding and depths through exploring the four brahmavihārās: mettā (kindness), karuṇā (compassion), muditā (vicarious joy), and upekkhā (equanimity). This retreat assumes you are already well-versed in the mettā bhāvanā practice, and is best suited for those looking to deepen an established meditation practice in supportive surrounds. Please get in touch if you have any questions or are unsure if this retreat is right for you! https://sydneybuddhistcentre.org.au/retreats/brahmaviharas-meditation-retreat (fb)