Self-Awareness and Self-Transformation
SELF-AWARENESS AND SELF-TRANSFORMATION
A public talk and weekend retreat with Dr. Ravi Ravindra
April 12-14, 2019 (Fri. 7 pm – Sun. 4:30 pm)
All serious teachings emphasize the importance of a radical transformation of the whole of one’s being in order to come to the Truth. A fundamental requirement for the necessary transformation is an impartial and deep self-inquiry, not so much to improve oneself while still remaining self-centred, but more to allow the awareness of the self naturally to lead to freedom from the self. Awareness is the mechanism of transformation. This is the reason self-inquiry is so much emphasized by Krishnamurti, and why buddhi yoga, the yoga of awareness, is the main yoga taught by Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita. We will explore these topics during the weekend seminar.
Born and educated in India before moving to Canada, Ravi Ravindra holds master’s degrees in technology, physics, and philosophy and a Ph.D. in physics. He is currently professor emeritus at Dalhousie University in Halifax, where he was professor and chair of comparative religion and adjunct professor of physics. His books include Science and the Sacred, Krishnamurti: Two Birds on One Tree, and Whispers from the Other Shore. He lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Complementary activities include guided meditations, awareness-enhancing exercises and the opportunity for reflection and dialogue.
PUBLIC TALK
There will be an introductory talk at the Centre on Friday evening, April 12 at 7:30 pm, on the overall theme of the weekend retreat. This talk is open to the public. Suggested donation: $15.
Cost:
Shared accommodation (double occupancy) with meals:
Regular rate: $290 Early bird rate*: $260
Private accommodation with meals:
Regular rate: $340 Early bird rate*: $310
Day Commuter – with meals:
Regular rate: $190 Early bird rate*: $170
Day Commuter – without meals:
Regular rate: $140 Early bird rate*: $120
* valid up to 30 days before the event
Extend your weekend with a personal retreat of up to 3 nights for a discounted rate of only $40 per night.
Persons with financial constraints may be offered a special discount. Please contact the program manager, Ralph Tiller.
