The Buddha presents the Four Noble Truths, four realized realities, in order to eliminate suffering for all beings. The fourth of these realizations is the Eight Fold Path. The eighth step of this path is concentration.

In this weekend retreat we will study and practice concentration in the context of the Eight Fold Path.  All are invited, regardless of level of experience.  Since each session will build on the experience of the previous retreat sessions, those attending this retreat must commit to attend all the sessions, from Friday at 3:30 pm to Sunday at noon.  No exceptions will be made.  This is a silent retreat weekend.

This retreat will be led by Dr. Rose Thorn.  Rose teaches MMC classes in Fort Myers, Orlando, Sarasota, and at the Palmetto retreat center.  Dr. Thorn is a practicing clinical psychologist who is committed to retreat experience. She will be available pre- and post- retreat at:
239 910 6598/ roseahsh@comcast.net.

It is her great joy to confer about meditation practice!