In starting the Western New Year, many of us wonder how to begin the year on the right foot. One way to support our intentions early in the calendar year is to start practices early on in the year, and establish habits so we can return to them throughout the months.
Especially for those living in the US, many of us are looking for ways to soften and strengthen our hearts. In this short event, get a sense of what different kinds of compassion practice can do for you, and then be led through a guided compassion practice.
One of Karuna Training's strengths lies in the many compassion practices we offer, including Four Immeasurables, also known as Maitri, Metta, and Loving Kindness, tonglen, four-step/FEEL, "self"-compassion, and compassionate exchange. Come live to ask questions about where you struggle with compassion in your life. Bring a friend, and you can help each other remember to practice what's important to your hearts.
On Karuna Training
In Karuna Training, we find strength in the intrinsic openness, wisdom, and compassion that is available to us as human beings. In the one-hour Karuna Live introductory session, we will have time to reflect and discuss how we can draw on our innate wisdom as a resource in an ongoing way. The program is open to everyone and will include guided meditation, an experience of the Karuna teachings, and a discussion of upcoming Karuna Training offerings.
The word Karuna means compassion in Sanskrit. Karuna Training brings together a community of people who trust the world’s wisdom to awaken our compassionate hearts. We can learn to resource ourselves and integrate our experiences to live a more empowered life. The world needs all of our compassion, health, and wisdom.
For 28 years, Karuna Training has offered time-tested mindfulness and compassion-based programs in Europe and North America.
A cohort is forming for the next Karuna Training program starting in 2025. Learn more about the Basic Training Program here.