Practice at Stream

Six far-reaching attitudes

Wednesday evenings this summer (July and August 2024), we’re exploring the six perfections (paramitas), which are sometimes called the six far-reaching attitudes: generosity, ethical self-discipline, patience, diligence, meditation and wisdom.

Cultivation of these qualities helps us overcome our limitations, our confusion, greed and aversion. Depending on our intention as we practice, the development of these attitudes can lead us to a deep, lasting inner peace.

Generosity – practicing giving without expectation of receiving anything in return.

Ethical self-discipline – refraining from harmful actions of body, speech and mind. 

Patience – tolerance in the face of adversity and difficult situations.

Diligence – making an effort to cultivate positive qualities and overcome negative habits.

Concentration – developing the ability to focus the mind and maintain mental clarity.

Wisdom – gaining insight into the true nature of reality and cultivating a deep understanding of the teachings of the Buddha.

 

Yoga and meditation are gateways to living with greater ease.

Find your way to creating peace! Join us for weekly classes and workshops or half-day, full-day or weekend long retreats.

Heather Fenton

Heather Fenton

Studio Owner, Instructor

Heather combines 25 years of Buddhist meditation training with a lifelong interest in mental and physical health. She takes joy in community practice and teaches from the heart with warmth, compassion and humour. Heather offers regular meditation sessions, workshops and retreats. Her main interests are introducing and supporting simple meditation and mindfulness practices and encouraging others — whatever their background or beliefs — to build and sustain a daily (or daily-ish) practice of stillness and inner reflection.

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.

Book now! or email us at hello@gentlydownthestream.org if you’d like more info.

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819 Weaver Road
Port Colborne, ON L3K 5V3