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Quiet Sunday-morning silence opens into thoughtful conversation on contemplative practices, spiritual philosophies, and lived experience. An interfaith, welcoming circle for reflection, learning, and shared insight in a calm retreat setting.
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Quiet, interfaith Sunday morning gatherings for contemplative silent practice and reflective sharing at Quietude in Black Mountain. Participants learn and exchange spiritual and religious practices in a welcoming, beginner friendly community setting.

Quiet, interfaith Sunday morning gatherings for contemplative silent practice and reflective sharing at Quietude in Black Mountain. Participants learn and exchange spiritual and religious practices in a welcoming, beginner friendly community setting.
Quiet, interfaith Sunday morning gatherings for contemplative silent practice and reflective sharing at Quietude in Black Mountain. Participants learn and exchange spiritual and religious practices in a welcoming, beginner friendly community setting.

A contemplative social sangha focused on the Six Paramitas, blending meditation and reflective conversation on compassion, generosity, and ethical living. Aimed at making daily life feel more meaningful for self and community.

A contemplative social sangha focused on the Six Paramitas, blending meditation and reflective conversation on compassion, generosity, and ethical living. Aimed at making daily life feel more meaningful for self and community.
A contemplative social sangha focused on the Six Paramitas, blending meditation and reflective conversation on compassion, generosity, and ethical living. Aimed at making daily life feel more meaningful for self and community.

Gentle guided group sitting and somatic practices tailored for psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers; a restorative space to experiment with diverse healing arts modalities and replenish caregiver resilience through shared practice.

Gentle guided group sitting and somatic practices tailored for psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers; a restorative space to experiment with diverse healing arts modalities and replenish caregiver resilience through shared practice.
Gentle guided group sitting and somatic practices tailored for psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers; a restorative space to experiment with diverse healing arts modalities and replenish caregiver resilience through shared practice.

Daily silent sits Monday through Friday invite new and experienced practitioners into a gentle, shoe free cushion practice with drop in access and dana based donations; cushions and alternative seating are provided for comfort.

Daily silent sits Monday through Friday invite new and experienced practitioners into a gentle, shoe free cushion practice with drop in access and dana based donations; cushions and alternative seating are provided for comfort.
Daily silent sits Monday through Friday invite new and experienced practitioners into a gentle, shoe free cushion practice with drop in access and dana based donations; cushions and alternative seating are provided for comfort.

Call and response kirtan chanting and a participatory song circle in a warm, intimate space. Expect devotional melodies, gentle rhythm, and a late night community practice focused on presence and connection.

Call and response kirtan chanting and a participatory song circle in a warm, intimate space. Expect devotional melodies, gentle rhythm, and a late night community practice focused on presence and connection.
Call and response kirtan chanting and a participatory song circle in a warm, intimate space. Expect devotional melodies, gentle rhythm, and a late night community practice focused on presence and connection.

Guided 30 minute meditation sits followed by a short break and communal reading and discussion of a Buddhist text; free, all levels sangha for contemplative practice in a relaxed urban setting.

Guided 30 minute meditation sits followed by a short break and communal reading and discussion of a Buddhist text; free, all levels sangha for contemplative practice in a relaxed urban setting.
Guided 30 minute meditation sits followed by a short break and communal reading and discussion of a Buddhist text; free, all levels sangha for contemplative practice in a relaxed urban setting.

A 20 minute seated meditation pairs with a dharma teaching and thoughtful group discussion in a supportive sangha setting. Rooted in Buddhist practice and teachers like Thich Nhat Hanh, with space for diverse and BIPOC voices.

A 20 minute seated meditation pairs with a dharma teaching and thoughtful group discussion in a supportive sangha setting. Rooted in Buddhist practice and teachers like Thich Nhat Hanh, with space for diverse and BIPOC voices.
A 20 minute seated meditation pairs with a dharma teaching and thoughtful group discussion in a supportive sangha setting. Rooted in Buddhist practice and teachers like Thich Nhat Hanh, with space for diverse and BIPOC voices.
A quiet, guided meditation evening designed to help you settle the mind, open the heart, and connect with others in a calm community setting. Come as you are with a donation based, inclusive vibe.
A quiet, guided meditation evening designed to help you settle the mind, open the heart, and connect with others in a calm community setting. Come as you are with a donation based, inclusive vibe.
A quiet, guided meditation evening designed to help you settle the mind, open the heart, and connect with others in a calm community setting. Come as you are with a donation based, inclusive vibe.
A Wednesday evening Zoom sit centered on Heart of the Matter Meditation, blending guided practice with quiet reflection. Meet online for a 7:30–9:00 PM ET midweek reset and supportive group presence.
A Wednesday evening Zoom sit centered on Heart of the Matter Meditation, blending guided practice with quiet reflection. Meet online for a 7:30–9:00 PM ET midweek reset and supportive group presence.
A Wednesday evening Zoom sit centered on Heart of the Matter Meditation, blending guided practice with quiet reflection. Meet online for a 7:30–9:00 PM ET midweek reset and supportive group presence.

Guided shamatha meditation with quiet seated practice interspersed with mindful walking, creating a calm, grounded rhythm for both newcomers and experienced meditators. Free, in-person gathering centered on stillness, breath, and community presence.

Guided shamatha meditation with quiet seated practice interspersed with mindful walking, creating a calm, grounded rhythm for both newcomers and experienced meditators. Free, in-person gathering centered on stillness, breath, and community presence.
Guided shamatha meditation with quiet seated practice interspersed with mindful walking, creating a calm, grounded rhythm for both newcomers and experienced meditators. Free, in-person gathering centered on stillness, breath, and community presence.