Past Events http://eiab.eu Past events at the EIAB daily 1 2009-09-11T16:47:50Z Children of the Earth weekend http://eiab.eu/events/children-of-the-earth-weekend An outdoor nature weekend for children (ages 6-12) and their adults. Course with Sr. Jewel and the EIAB monastics, as well as Tineke Spruytenburg, O.I. member, and forest ranger Johannes Thomm.

In this weekend we will enjoy being outside and learning about the earth and our connection to it. We will walk in the woods near the EIAB, build huts, make art with nature, listen to the sounds and the silence, sing, breathe with the trees, move in mindfulness, play games that stimulate all of our senses, eat with respect and gratitude, and honor the many miracles of nature that are constantly available to us.

In this weekend, the focus of our activities is on children, and parents/grandparents/adult guardians are welcome to join in as a supportive presence to the children's activities. There will be optional sessions of sitting each morning before breakfast for adults, and a bonfire for everyone on Saturday evening, weather permitting.

Language: English and German with translation into Dutch

 

]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-11-21T15:30:00Z Event Spring Hiking retreat http://eiab.eu/events/spring-hiking-retreat With Sr. Jewel (Chau Nghiem), Ivo Scheppers and Johannes Thomm, Forest Ranger
We will touch the beauty of nature as we hike (briskly) for five or seven hours a day. We will hike in silence, imprinting our peace on the earth with every step. There will be Dharma Talks on some mornings and Dharma Sharing in the evening. A Forest Ranger and a local friend will lead the hikes.

]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-11-21T15:25:00Z Event Intergral Tai Chi and Meditation http://eiab.eu/events/intergral-tai-chi-and-meditation A course with Master Hang Truong Integral Tai Chi (ITC) restores heath, reduces stress and increases our inner energy. ITC combines Qi Gong, traditional Tai Chi and the Indian Chakra System, and is based on Buddhist philosophy.                                              thangtruong

Integral Tai Chi

·      trains the body to be strong and flexible,

·      strengthens the circulation,

·      activates the inner energy centres,

·      increases inner energy,

·      invigorates the body and sharpens the mind,

·      reduces stress.

The goal of Integral Tai Chi is to generate and maintain a high level of energy, in order to sustain the high level of awareness that we achieve through meditation.

]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-12-14T12:20:00Z Event VESAK http://eiab.eu/events/vesak-1 Celebrating the birth of the Buddha We will commemorate the birth of the Buddha.  We invite everyone to come and  join us to celebrate the birth of the Buddha.

9:00  Dharma Talk by Thay Phap An

11:00  Ceremony and Bathing The Buddha

13:00  Lunch

15:00  Performances and Musics

17:00   programme end

]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-12-14T12:30:00Z Event I am here for you! http://eiab.eu/events/i-am-here-for-you The Art of Listening Deeply to Ourselves and Others Course with brother Phap Trach  

“Buddhist meditation aims, first of all, at restoring communication with ourselves.” This weekend we will put Thay’s words into practice. We will allow ourselves the time to pause, become still, and be present for everything within us that wants our attention.

 

We will practice listening wholeheartedly and without judgment to those parts in us that long so deeply to be heard. Support and advice to help us in this process will be offered.

 

Language: English

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]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-12-14T12:25:00Z Event A Christian-Buddhist Dialogue on Meditation, Contemplation and Living in the Present Moment http://eiab.eu/events/a-christian-buddhist-dialogue-on-meditation With Dominican friar Brian, sisters and brothers from the Dominican community and EIAB Dharma Teachers: Sr. Annabel, Sr. Ingrid, Sr. Jewel and Br. Phap Chu Friar Brian and a group of monastics from the Dominican and Plum Village Buddhist traditions invite you to join us in this inter-religious conversation about bringing meditation and contemplation into our daily lives. It will be an intimate, respectful and authentic sharing among brothers and sisters. In addition, we will enjoy practices in meditation and contemplation from both the Christian and Buddhist traditions. We look forward to learning from each other and deepening our understanding of our own spiritual tradition through the open-hearted discovery of another spiritual tradition. Friar Brian has come regularly to practice with the Plum Village community over the last many years--to our great delight, and this is the first time we have the opportunity to open our lively and profound dialogues with him to the wider community, in this weekend format.

Language: English with German translation

]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-11-21T15:35:00Z Event Soothing Our Emotions http://eiab.eu/events/soothing-our-emotions With Sr. Jewel (Chau Nghiem), Br. Phap Xa and Marjolijn van Leeuwen (lay Dharma teacher) In this course we will return to ourselves and learn how to recognize and calm our emotions without being overwhelmed by them. To achieve this we will learn to harmonize our breathing and be truly present for our emotions, in the same way as a mother lovingly cares for her baby. Gradually, even difficult emotions will begin to seem like old friends who show us the way to achieving greater insight and freedom. We recommend that participants come for the whole week, so that we can take advantage of the opportunity for deep listening that our calm and togetherness offers. However, if it is not possible to come for the whole week , you can also come just for the weekend (27 - 29 April).

Language: German and English

 

]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-12-13T12:30:00Z Event Opening Up Our Inner Space http://eiab.eu/events/opening-up-our-inner-space-1 Singing and meditating together Weekend retreat with Klaus Nagel and Susanne Mössinger

Just as observation of our breathing and body can support us in our meditation, mindful singing can also open up our inner space and deepen our meditation practice. Together with Susanne Mössinger und Klaus Nagel we will sing mantras, chants and German songs that open our hearts and touch the joy of life. The texts, expressing compassion and gratitude, have the power to touch the seeds deep within us, strengthening a positive and mindful attitude towards life.  Intuitive painting and writing will also be our companions along the way.

The course begins on Friday at 9 a.m. You are welcome to arrive the evening before and to sing along with Klaus and Susanne and the Waldbröl Sangha on Thursday evening.

 

Language: German

 

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]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-12-13T12:30:00Z Event Mindfulness practice for Teachers http://eiab.eu/events/mindfulness-practice-for-teachers-2 With Sr. Annabel (Sr. Chan Duc) and Sr. Jewel (Chau Nghiem) This course is designed to help teachers promote attention and concentration in the classroom. The relaxation exercises taught will provide participants with the tools to counteract the stress and strain of their work and fulfil their need to realize their ideal of compassion.

We will explore new ways of:

• Communicating

• Helping children to be aware of their feelings

• Helping children from difficult backgrounds

• Bringing mindfulness and inclusiveness into the classroom

• Resolving conflicts and preventing violence in the classroom

• Taking care of ourselves as a teacher in order to be able to take better care of our students.

This course will be offered in three parts on three weekends:

P. 1: 23-25. March.; P. 2: 20-22 April; P. 3: 25-27. May. It is best if you can attend all 3 weekends.

Language: English

]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-12-13T12:25:00Z Event Sound Boat Journey http://eiab.eu/events/sound-boat-journey Setting our inner space in motion A course with Elmar Vogt This course will carry us on a journey of healing in a sound boat:

- The body of the sound boat protects and carries us.

- Our breathing is supported and harmonized by the rocking of the boat.

- The play of the strings sets the body of the boat in motion and invites every cell in our body to resonate with it, gently releasing tensions and blockages.

- The human voice, with its many forms of expression (humming, toning, singing), offers an effective way to support the healing process.

- The presence of the musician and the group helps us to feel and experience the bond of care between us.

Number of participants: max. 6  (waiting list)

 

Language: German

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]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-12-13T12:18:26Z Event Network – Empower– Change http://eiab.eu/events/network-2013-empower2013-change Community meeting of the network ‘Achtsame Wirtschaft’ (mindful economics) 2012 with Dr. Kai Romhardt

In their work, their private economic actions and their companies, more and more people are developing healing alternatives to the central tenets of what is perceived as a destructive economy. For eight years the network ‘Achtsame Wirtschaft’ (www.achtsame-wirtschaft.de) has provided a forum for this group by offering regional retreats, courses, lectures and regional groups.

As part of the first network community-meeting, we will learn about the experiences, projects and visions of others. In this atmosphere of mindfulness and relaxation we will be able to gain insights, strength and joy, and discover how we can sow the seeds of mindfulness in our own lives and economic actions. The course is open to both members and all those interested in the network.  S.a. www.achtsame-wirtschaft.de

Language: German with English translation

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]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-12-13T12:15:29Z Event Happily doing business together http://eiab.eu/events/happily-doing-business-together-1 Course with Br Phap Trach and Federico Pagni During the retreat we will discuss and share our experiences in a Community of workers, teachers, employees, managers, students, therapists, lay people and monks. We will look into forms of organizing, running and planning our business that are respectful and sustainable. We will work together in order to transform our difficulties and to bring happiness and peace to ourselves, to our colleagues, clients, suppliers and to society.

We cannot think of organizing our business life in a satisfactory and serene way if we are not satisfied and serene ourselves. If we are not centered, mindful and fresh we will not be able to share happiness and enthusiasm with the people we are working with.

In our offices and meeting rooms we have been discussing and theorizing topics like transformational leadership, sustainability, eco-compatibility, learning organization, system thinking. With this seminar, we have the chance to dwell in our actual and personal situation and to put these concepts in practice, in our daily business, mindfully. We will address issues like stress and time management, leadership, change management, hierarchy, budgeting and planning, communication.

It depends all on us: we need to raise our self-esteem, to better communicate with others, to develop a clear vision of the processes underlying our activity. Now is the time to offer our personal contribution to the global transformation of our environment.

During the seminar we will practice:

  • the power of confidence,
  • the power of diligence,
  • the power of mindfulness,
  • the power of concentration,
  • the power of insight.
  • the capacity of letting go
  • the capacity of loving kindness
  • the capacity of intuition

 

 

Language: English

]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-12-10T15:30:00Z Event Easter Retreat http://eiab.eu/events/easter-retreat With the monks and nuns of the EIAB A time for single people, families and friends to come together to practice mindfulness and strengthen the peace in ourselves and our families. Alongside daily meditations, Dharma talks and group sharings, we will also have the opportunity to express our gratitude and joy. 

We also offer a mindfulness programme for children (6-12) and teenagers (13-17).

Retreat language: English and German – with translation from the one to the other

]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-12-10T15:23:01Z Event MY LIFE http://eiab.eu/events/my-life A course with Sr Ingrid (Bi Nghiem) and Christoph Fischer When we tell others our life story, even complete strangers, we can immediately feel we become closer and more deeply connected. In war zones too, peace builders use the method of telling and listening to each other’s life story to help warring parties better understand each other. 

In this course we will tell the story of our life to help understand each other better and cultivate compassion for each other.

However, it is just as important that we learn to listen to ourselves with compassion; meditation and writing exercises will help us with this. In addition, we will also use various painting and drawing techniques, e.g. ‘guided drawing’ and 'painting wall’, to deepen our understanding for ourselves and others.

Language: German with English translation

]]> No publisher Phap Trach 2011-12-10T15:16:33Z Event Taking a look at our caregiving relationships http://eiab.eu/events/taking-a-look-at-our-caregiving-relationships A course with Diana Petech Taking personal experience and practice as a basis, this course examines the richness and the risks associated with the caregiver’s role, especially with loved ones (old or suffering relatives or friends). With a delicate, open and loving attitude we will explore the many possible “traps of the mind”, the risks of unhealthy mental states connected to the role and the situation which can drain us of energy and reduce our understanding and compassion. We will discover how to nourish  the “skilful means” offered by the Dharma, in order to maintain personal balance and health, and develop the  capability to offer a serene and loving  presence to the loved one in need.

Language: English with German translation

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