Join us for a morning of quiet contemplation as we enter Fall and turn toward the boundless practice of compassion.
Compassion steadies and protects the heart. When we truly rest in compassion, we discover a refuge — a soft yet resilient presence that neither turns away from suffering nor is overwhelmed by it. In this resting, we cultivate the courage to meet life with openness, patience, and care.
With mindfulness and intention, we can learn to respond rather than react, to extend protection rather than harm — to ourselves and others — and to trust the innate goodness that compassion reveals in our heart-mind.
Together, we will enjoy yoga, yoga nidra, guided meditation, journalling and the power of silence and community to hold and heal.
“Compassion is characterized by easing suffering. Its function is not to take on another’s pain, but to prevent cruelty. It shows itself as kindness. Its immediate cause is seeing beings who are helpless and caught in suffering. It succeeds when it quiets cruelty, and it fails when it turns into sorrow.” — Visuddhimagga IX.92
The movement (yoga) portion is suitable for all abilities. Beginners are very welcome.
Resting in Compassion | Half-Day Yoga + Meditation Retreat
with Heather Fenton and Arlene Dezenosky
Saturday, September 20, 2025
9am-1pm
Stream Yoga + Meditation
819 Weaver Road, Port Colborne, ON L3K 5V3
Join us in person in the Hut or online through Zoom (we are in the Eastern time zone, Toronto/New York)
$45 (inc HST) | only $36 (inc HST) for Stream Monthly Members (review memberships vs class pass packages information here)
Heather Fenton
Studio Owner, Instructor
Heather is a meditation and yoga teacher and former Buddhist nun who combines 25 years of meditation training with a lifelong interest in mental and physical health. She finds joy in community and teaches from the heart with warmth, compassion, and humor.
Heather published her first book on meditation in August 2024. Preview & purchase 100 Days of Care: Cultivating Curiosity & Kindness.
Arlene Dezenosky
Instructor
Arlene is a mother of 4 who uses yoga and meditation as practical tools for balancing the inner and outer world of daily living. She encourages the use of breath work and awareness on and off of the mat.
