🧘 May 2025 Shikankai – One-Day Meditation Retreat (free)

Step into a day of serene introspection at the May 2025 Shikankai – One-Day Meditation Retreat, held on Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Ryusenji (Dragon Spring Temple) in Cobb, California. 

Just a 5-minute drive (approximately 2 miles) from The Fainting Couch Boutique Hotel, this retreat offers guests a peaceful escape into the ancient practice of Shikan meditation.

🧘‍♂️ What to Expect

Shikan meditation, rooted in the teachings of Zhiyi, the fourth patriarch of the Tiantai school in China, integrates two key aspects: "shi" and "kan." "Shi" refers to calming or stopping the mind, a form of samatha meditation focusing on developing tranquility and concentration. "Kan" involves vipassana meditation, aimed at discerning the real or seeing the true nature of reality, fostering deep insight and understanding. Together, Shikan embodies a comprehensive approach to meditation, harmonizing the practices of concentration and insight for holistic spiritual development. 

The retreat is free to attend, making it accessible to all who seek a day of mindfulness and spiritual growth.

📍 Event Details

• Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025

• Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Location: Ryusenji (Dragon Spring Temple), 15362 Shasta Rd, Cobb, CA 95426

• Distance from The Fainting Couch: Approximately 2 miles (about 5 minutes by car)

• Admission: Free
  

For more information and to reserve your spot, visit the official event page.

Embrace this opportunity to deepen your meditation practice and connect with a community of like-minded individuals in the tranquil setting of Cobb, CA.