{"id":11677,"date":"2024-11-23T09:10:08","date_gmt":"2024-11-23T14:10:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/?page_id=11677"},"modified":"2026-04-08T14:09:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T18:09:26","slug":"silent-simplicity-retreat","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/silent-simplicity-retreat\/","title":{"rendered":"Silent Simplicity Retreat – Spring Renewal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Awaken your spirit on a beautiful spring morning with mindfulness, heartfelt reflection, and a touch of renewal. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

May 17, 2026 – 9 – 11:30 a.m. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pre-registration is required<\/strong>. See below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open enrollment ends on May 15, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our 2.5 hour morning Silent Simplicity Mindfulness Retreat will include: basic sitting meditation instruction (Six Points of Posture), quiet sitting & walking, and noble silence. This special event will take place at the beautiful Mansfield Freeman Center for East Asian Studies, 343 Washington Terrace in Middletown, CT. This will be a perfect opportunity to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit overlooking a harmoniously balanced and inspiring Shoyoan Teien Zen Garden<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Silent Simplicity is a retreat for everyone, focusing purely on the human practice of mindfulness. It\u2019s not tied to any religion or ‘Buddhist’ tradition, making it ideal for people of all backgrounds\u2014religious or not, first-timers or seasoned practitioners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Potential Outcomes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1) Enhanced Mental Clarity and Focus<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2) Reduced Stress and Anxiety<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3) Emotional Healing and Well-being<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4) Deeper Spiritual Connection<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are seeking to deepen your mindfulness practice or simply craving a tranquil morning getaway, this Silent Simplicity retreat will offer a transformative experience that will leave you feeling refreshed, recentered, and reconnected to the present moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Retreat Time:<\/strong> from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arrival:<\/strong>  8:30 a.m. to 8:50 a.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location:<\/strong> Mansfield Freeman Center for East Asian Studies,<\/em> 343 Washington Terrace, Middletown, Connecticut<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No prerequisites:<\/strong> for first-timers, beginners to the most experienced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pre-registration is required<\/strong>. No walk-ins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contribution:<\/strong> $60<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early Bird Discount<\/strong> – 15% (until April 15, 2026)<\/strong>
Discount Code<\/strong>: silent101<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open enrollment ends on May 15, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open to the general public<\/strong> including friends, non-buddhists, buddhists & non-religious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to wear?<\/strong> Loose, causal, & non-distracting clothing and socks. Participants may bring a bottle of water. Zafus (cushions) and chairs are available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Limited enrollment<\/strong>. The retreat space is limited. Sign up early to have the best chance of getting a spot at the event.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Instructor:<\/strong> Rev. G.R. Lewis, M.A., BFF of CT’s guiding teacher, a Zen and Shin practitioner for many decades, and former student of Venerable Thich Tri Hong and the late Dr. (Rev.) Taitetsu Unno, will be the instructor for this retreat. For details, see bio in Our Teachers web page under the I’M NEW<\/strong><\/a> tab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be sure to read on the ticket the Refund Policy<\/em> Disclaimer of Responsibility, Code of Conduct, <\/em>& Image Release Agreement<\/em>. By registering to this event, you have confirmed and agreed to these policies, agreements, code of conduct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n