Just a few spaces remain for full or part-time participation in this weekend's retreat. A reminder that it is in-person only, though members are invited to listen to Wayne's daily talk online (see below for details). In the retreat, Wayne will give talks, be available for private meetings and take part in the afternoon group dialogues. Please use the green button below to register.
Wayne has been on staff at the Center since 1983, working to help build the facility and then as Administrator. In 2001, our founder, Toni Packer, asked him to help carry on the Center's meditative work, and he has been holding retreat and meeting with people since then. Written some years ago, Wayne's article "Transition" still feels pertinent today. An excerpt:
Is it clear that the fears appearing in thought and image are just that — thoughts and images? There may indeed be suffering around these thoughts and images, but what we foresee — the fearful scenarios — are not real, and what we call “the future” is thought. Does seeing this, seeing the insubstantial quality of thought, loosen its hold? When thoughts of the future, when apprehensions about what might be, dominate the organism it is as if we are caught in a trap, in a tight and suffocating place. Seeing these thoughts as thoughts, not getting caught in the stories that they generate, is like cranking open the window or opening the door. There is light and air and we can breathe fully and easily.
Visit Wayne's teacher page for articles and recorded talks.
Center members, please note that a day before the retreat begins, the online coordinator will email you with links to access Wayne's talk live and online or, listen to the recorded talk. This is a new benefit of membership.
