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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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Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.

Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.
Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.

Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.

Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.
Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.

Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.

Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.
Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.

Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.

Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.
Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.

Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.

Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.
Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.

Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.

Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.
Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.

Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.
Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.

Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.
Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.

Gentle 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and community Q&A with a brief break; sessions include beginner instructions and hybrid in-person/online attendance, starting promptly at 7:00 PM.

Gentle 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and community Q&A with a brief break; sessions include beginner instructions and hybrid in-person/online attendance, starting promptly at 7:00 PM.
Gentle 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and community Q&A with a brief break; sessions include beginner instructions and hybrid in-person/online attendance, starting promptly at 7:00 PM.

Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.

Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.
Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.

Guided intuitive development practices and energy sensing exercises in a small group circle for beginners and experienced practitioners, focusing on psychic skills, meditation, and embodied awareness with breathwork.

Guided intuitive development practices and energy sensing exercises in a small group circle for beginners and experienced practitioners, focusing on psychic skills, meditation, and embodied awareness with breathwork.
Guided intuitive development practices and energy sensing exercises in a small group circle for beginners and experienced practitioners, focusing on psychic skills, meditation, and embodied awareness with breathwork.

Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.

Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.
Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.

Deep guided shamanic journeying to meet spirit guides in the lower, middle, and upper worlds, strengthening the multidimensional muscle through communal ritual, gentle trance states, and reflective integration.

Deep guided shamanic journeying to meet spirit guides in the lower, middle, and upper worlds, strengthening the multidimensional muscle through communal ritual, gentle trance states, and reflective integration.
Deep guided shamanic journeying to meet spirit guides in the lower, middle, and upper worlds, strengthening the multidimensional muscle through communal ritual, gentle trance states, and reflective integration.

Online Sunday morning session combining a 40-minute unguided silent sit (ending with radiating loving-kindness), a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video, and a 20-minute group discussion/Q&A via Zoom with teacher Ronya Banks.

Online Sunday morning session combining a 40-minute unguided silent sit (ending with radiating loving-kindness), a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video, and a 20-minute group discussion/Q&A via Zoom with teacher Ronya Banks.
Online Sunday morning session combining a 40-minute unguided silent sit (ending with radiating loving-kindness), a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video, and a 20-minute group discussion/Q&A via Zoom with teacher Ronya Banks.

Slow, contemplative art making guided by prompts to feed the spirit, rest the body, and quiet the mind in a biweekly online morning session for creative reflection and gentle self inquiry.

Slow, contemplative art making guided by prompts to feed the spirit, rest the body, and quiet the mind in a biweekly online morning session for creative reflection and gentle self inquiry.
Slow, contemplative art making guided by prompts to feed the spirit, rest the body, and quiet the mind in a biweekly online morning session for creative reflection and gentle self inquiry.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.

Uplifting Science of Mind Celebration blending inspirational teaching, communal reflection, and gentle ritual every Sunday at 11:00 AM at Center for Spiritual Living Asheville. Welcoming practitioners and newcomers seeking practical spirituality and community.

Uplifting Science of Mind Celebration blending inspirational teaching, communal reflection, and gentle ritual every Sunday at 11:00 AM at Center for Spiritual Living Asheville. Welcoming practitioners and newcomers seeking practical spirituality and community.
Uplifting Science of Mind Celebration blending inspirational teaching, communal reflection, and gentle ritual every Sunday at 11:00 AM at Center for Spiritual Living Asheville. Welcoming practitioners and newcomers seeking practical spirituality and community.

Calm Presbyterian Sunday worship held weekly at Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church in Swannanoa, offering communal prayer and scripture in a small church setting for local congregants and visitors.

Calm Presbyterian Sunday worship held weekly at Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church in Swannanoa, offering communal prayer and scripture in a small church setting for local congregants and visitors.
Calm Presbyterian Sunday worship held weekly at Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church in Swannanoa, offering communal prayer and scripture in a small church setting for local congregants and visitors.

Quiet guided Open Sangha evening meditation at Urban Dharma with a coordinated shuttle from Ransom House; participants must RSVP and agree to temple etiquette before joining this communal sitting and brief transition ride.

Quiet guided Open Sangha evening meditation at Urban Dharma with a coordinated shuttle from Ransom House; participants must RSVP and agree to temple etiquette before joining this communal sitting and brief transition ride.
Quiet guided Open Sangha evening meditation at Urban Dharma with a coordinated shuttle from Ransom House; participants must RSVP and agree to temple etiquette before joining this communal sitting and brief transition ride.

Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.

Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.
Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.