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A quiet Sunday morning contemplative circle centered on silent practice and interfaith reflection, combining guided meditation, shared teachings, and open discussion for beginners and experienced practitioners at Quietude in Black Mountain.
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A 30-minute guided sit followed by a short break, a dharma talk, and open Q&A discussion led by a founding teacher or facilitator. Beginner meditation instructions included, with both in-person and online options and a prompt 7:00 pm start.
A 30-minute guided sit followed by a short break, a dharma talk, and open Q&A discussion led by a founding teacher or facilitator. Beginner meditation instructions included, with both in-person and online options and a prompt 7:00 pm start.
A 30-minute guided sit followed by a short break, a dharma talk, and open Q&A discussion led by a founding teacher or facilitator. Beginner meditation instructions included, with both in-person and online options and a prompt 7:00 pm start.
Silent meditation and continuous mantra practice led by a teacher with 50+ years of experience, with optional walking meditation woven in. Includes community sharing and Q&A, with drop-in, donation-based access and a companion timer app for home practice.
Silent meditation and continuous mantra practice led by a teacher with 50+ years of experience, with optional walking meditation woven in. Includes community sharing and Q&A, with drop-in, donation-based access and a companion timer app for home practice.
Silent meditation and continuous mantra practice led by a teacher with 50+ years of experience, with optional walking meditation woven in. Includes community sharing and Q&A, with drop-in, donation-based access and a companion timer app for home practice.
A new moon gathering centered on intention setting and reflective ritual in a calming yoga-studio space. Expect grounding practices, guided meditation, and community circle energy aligned with lunar renewal.
A new moon gathering centered on intention setting and reflective ritual in a calming yoga-studio space. Expect grounding practices, guided meditation, and community circle energy aligned with lunar renewal.
A new moon gathering centered on intention setting and reflective ritual in a calming yoga-studio space. Expect grounding practices, guided meditation, and community circle energy aligned with lunar renewal.
Quiet pre opening gallery time blends seated meditation with slow walking meditation through selected exhibits. Gentle mindfulness prompts focus on settling the nervous system, creating a sanctuary like atmosphere for reflection and renewal.
Quiet pre opening gallery time blends seated meditation with slow walking meditation through selected exhibits. Gentle mindfulness prompts focus on settling the nervous system, creating a sanctuary like atmosphere for reflection and renewal.
Quiet pre opening gallery time blends seated meditation with slow walking meditation through selected exhibits. Gentle mindfulness prompts focus on settling the nervous system, creating a sanctuary like atmosphere for reflection and renewal.
Monthly Rosicrucian convocation with a Council of Solace for healing intention, quiet recharging, and psychic energy restoration. Ceremony and open discussion may include guided metaphysical experiments to build practical spiritual skills in a small group setting.
Monthly Rosicrucian convocation with a Council of Solace for healing intention, quiet recharging, and psychic energy restoration. Ceremony and open discussion may include guided metaphysical experiments to build practical spiritual skills in a small group setting.
Monthly Rosicrucian convocation with a Council of Solace for healing intention, quiet recharging, and psychic energy restoration. Ceremony and open discussion may include guided metaphysical experiments to build practical spiritual skills in a small group setting.
A welcoming spiritual study circle uses Miracle Cards for moment-specific reflection and shares lessons from A Course in Miracles when time allows, with a love offering supporting the community.
A welcoming spiritual study circle uses Miracle Cards for moment-specific reflection and shares lessons from A Course in Miracles when time allows, with a love offering supporting the community.
A welcoming spiritual study circle uses Miracle Cards for moment-specific reflection and shares lessons from A Course in Miracles when time allows, with a love offering supporting the community.
Slow, quiet online art-making session that blends mindful creativity with gentle self-inquiry to rest the body and calm the mind. Uses drawing and mixed-media exploration as a personal “conversation” to connect with longings, gifts, and inner clarity.
Slow, quiet online art-making session that blends mindful creativity with gentle self-inquiry to rest the body and calm the mind. Uses drawing and mixed-media exploration as a personal “conversation” to connect with longings, gifts, and inner clarity.
Slow, quiet online art-making session that blends mindful creativity with gentle self-inquiry to rest the body and calm the mind. Uses drawing and mixed-media exploration as a personal “conversation” to connect with longings, gifts, and inner clarity.
Peer-led addiction recovery circle grounded in Buddhist Dharma teachings, blending meditation practice with shared discussion and mutual support. A community space centered on empowerment, healing, and freedom from addictive suffering.
Peer-led addiction recovery circle grounded in Buddhist Dharma teachings, blending meditation practice with shared discussion and mutual support. A community space centered on empowerment, healing, and freedom from addictive suffering.
Peer-led addiction recovery circle grounded in Buddhist Dharma teachings, blending meditation practice with shared discussion and mutual support. A community space centered on empowerment, healing, and freedom from addictive suffering.
A free, moms-only evening meditation space online focused on building a consistent practice, self-care, and a calmer home rhythm. Expect gentle guided meditation, supportive community check-ins, and shared experiences for balance and stress relief.
A free, moms-only evening meditation space online focused on building a consistent practice, self-care, and a calmer home rhythm. Expect gentle guided meditation, supportive community check-ins, and shared experiences for balance and stress relief.
A free, moms-only evening meditation space online focused on building a consistent practice, self-care, and a calmer home rhythm. Expect gentle guided meditation, supportive community check-ins, and shared experiences for balance and stress relief.
A calm Bön tradition meditation practice night rooted in Tibetan teachings, with time for quiet sitting and guided study. Arrive early for setup, then settle in with tea and relaxed conversation before practice.
A calm Bön tradition meditation practice night rooted in Tibetan teachings, with time for quiet sitting and guided study. Arrive early for setup, then settle in with tea and relaxed conversation before practice.
A calm Bön tradition meditation practice night rooted in Tibetan teachings, with time for quiet sitting and guided study. Arrive early for setup, then settle in with tea and relaxed conversation before practice.
Guided meditation and Buddhist teachings explore cherishing all living beings, challenging self-centered views, and cultivating universal compassion. Open to everyone seeking mindfulness, spiritual reflection, and a more compassionate outlook.
Guided meditation and Buddhist teachings explore cherishing all living beings, challenging self-centered views, and cultivating universal compassion. Open to everyone seeking mindfulness, spiritual reflection, and a more compassionate outlook.
Guided meditation and Buddhist teachings explore cherishing all living beings, challenging self-centered views, and cultivating universal compassion. Open to everyone seeking mindfulness, spiritual reflection, and a more compassionate outlook.
A centennial anniversary celebration honoring Quietude’s 100-year legacy with an evening of nostalgic storytelling, community toasts, and commemorative moments at a historic Black Mountain gathering place.
A centennial anniversary celebration honoring Quietude’s 100-year legacy with an evening of nostalgic storytelling, community toasts, and commemorative moments at a historic Black Mountain gathering place.
A centennial anniversary celebration honoring Quietude’s 100-year legacy with an evening of nostalgic storytelling, community toasts, and commemorative moments at a historic Black Mountain gathering place.
An informative, relaxing webinar introduces a simple guided meditation technique aimed at accessing inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom. Expect gentle instruction on reconnecting with true nature for gradual personal transformation.
An informative, relaxing webinar introduces a simple guided meditation technique aimed at accessing inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom. Expect gentle instruction on reconnecting with true nature for gradual personal transformation.
An informative, relaxing webinar introduces a simple guided meditation technique aimed at accessing inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom. Expect gentle instruction on reconnecting with true nature for gradual personal transformation.
A six-week Bhagavad Gita study circle centered on moral clarity, discernment, and bringing inner life into alignment with daily action. Expect slow, reflective reading, quiet listening practice, and thoughtful group discussion around uncertainty and transition.
A six-week Bhagavad Gita study circle centered on moral clarity, discernment, and bringing inner life into alignment with daily action. Expect slow, reflective reading, quiet listening practice, and thoughtful group discussion around uncertainty and transition.
A six-week Bhagavad Gita study circle centered on moral clarity, discernment, and bringing inner life into alignment with daily action. Expect slow, reflective reading, quiet listening practice, and thoughtful group discussion around uncertainty and transition.
A candlelit full moon gathering centered on reflection, intention setting, and guided ritual in a calm studio space. Expect grounding meditation and communal energy work aligned with the lunar cycle.
A candlelit full moon gathering centered on reflection, intention setting, and guided ritual in a calm studio space. Expect grounding meditation and communal energy work aligned with the lunar cycle.
A candlelit full moon gathering centered on reflection, intention setting, and guided ritual in a calm studio space. Expect grounding meditation and communal energy work aligned with the lunar cycle.
Weekly online restorative circle centered on self care and collective resilience, led by Black facilitators for Black or African American participants. A supportive community of practice rooted in reflection, breathwork inspired rest, and shared grounding.
Weekly online restorative circle centered on self care and collective resilience, led by Black facilitators for Black or African American participants. A supportive community of practice rooted in reflection, breathwork inspired rest, and shared grounding.
Weekly online restorative circle centered on self care and collective resilience, led by Black facilitators for Black or African American participants. A supportive community of practice rooted in reflection, breathwork inspired rest, and shared grounding.
A 30 minute guided meditation sit leads into a short break, then a grounded reading and discussion of a Buddhist text in a welcoming sangha setting. Beginner friendly and free, with space for questions and shared reflection.
A 30 minute guided meditation sit leads into a short break, then a grounded reading and discussion of a Buddhist text in a welcoming sangha setting. Beginner friendly and free, with space for questions and shared reflection.
A 30 minute guided meditation sit leads into a short break, then a grounded reading and discussion of a Buddhist text in a welcoming sangha setting. Beginner friendly and free, with space for questions and shared reflection.
A multi-day ceremonial immersion centered on ritual, sacred partnership themes, and intentional community connection. Expect guided practices that blend meditation, embodied wellness work, and reflective container-building in a retreat-style setting in Black Mountain.
A multi-day ceremonial immersion centered on ritual, sacred partnership themes, and intentional community connection. Expect guided practices that blend meditation, embodied wellness work, and reflective container-building in a retreat-style setting in Black Mountain.
A multi-day ceremonial immersion centered on ritual, sacred partnership themes, and intentional community connection. Expect guided practices that blend meditation, embodied wellness work, and reflective container-building in a retreat-style setting in Black Mountain.
Peer-led Recovery Dharma circle grounded in Buddhist teachings, supporting anyone working with addictive tendencies. Expect shared reflections, mindfulness practice, and empowerment-focused mutual support in a calm community setting.
Peer-led Recovery Dharma circle grounded in Buddhist teachings, supporting anyone working with addictive tendencies. Expect shared reflections, mindfulness practice, and empowerment-focused mutual support in a calm community setting.
Peer-led Recovery Dharma circle grounded in Buddhist teachings, supporting anyone working with addictive tendencies. Expect shared reflections, mindfulness practice, and empowerment-focused mutual support in a calm community setting.
A free three part weekly online webinar series breaks down the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with clear step by step instruction and dedicated time to practice each session. Designed for beginners yet modular enough to attend any week.
A free three part weekly online webinar series breaks down the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with clear step by step instruction and dedicated time to practice each session. Designed for beginners yet modular enough to attend any week.
A free three part weekly online webinar series breaks down the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with clear step by step instruction and dedicated time to practice each session. Designed for beginners yet modular enough to attend any week.