The ‘far-reaching’ attitude of giving is an intention to give that is grounded in an understanding of the interdependent nature of things.
Cultivating Curiosity and Kindness
100 Days of Care Practice Blog
Energy | Cultivating Effort on the Path of Awakening
Energy, effort, diligence, enthusiasm is a necessary component of a path of awakening. It functions to sustain and strengthen our practice.
Lean into what is wholesome (Day 43)
We train to notice the simple goodness in our self and others and we allow ourselves to resonate with enjoyment of it.
Aware of impulses (Day 38)
To walk an awakening path is to cultivate virtue or ‘good conduct’ — thoughts, words and actions that are ‘conducive to goodness.’ Goodness, not just externally evaluated, but goodness as in feels good, is aligned, whole or wholesome. To do this, we must become aware of our impulses and intentions.
Ethical Discipline | Meditation + Instructions for Practice
Ethical self-discipline is developed in order to bring calm and quiet to the heart-mind and to reduce the harm we cause ourselves and others.
If you have enjoyed a freely offered class, event, blog post or recorded session, and are inspired to support our vision, our teachers and community, we deeply appreciate donations. Even a small donation makes a difference.
You’re invited to practice with us weekly in person in Port Colborne, Ontario or live online on Zoom.
Insight Meditation, Wednesdays 7pm ET (90 mins), with Heather Fenton — Start and/or maintain a regular meditation practice. Each week, guided meditations are combined with instructions for bringing mindfulness into daily living. This meditation class is offered freely.
Insight Yoga + Meditation, Thursdays 7:30pm ET (75 mins), with Heather Fenton — Cultivate physical and mental suppleness in a 75-min class blending movement and meditation. Pricing for these classes depends on frequency and other factors.
Book now! or email us at hello@gentlydownthestream.org if you’d like more info.