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Wisdom Talks 6 – The 4 Noble Truths
In this episode of Wisdom Talks John Barter explains the power and potential in “The 4 Noble Truths” espoused by the Buddha. This skilful template if applied to life can reduce stress and suffering. The truths that if engaged and realised lead to deep peace and joy.
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Wisdom Talks 5 – The 3 Ways to Wisdom
In this episode of Wisdom Talks John Barter explains “The Three Ways to Wisdom” and why our planet needs wiser people.
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Qi Gong – benefits of this practice for everyone
Qi Gong is a Moving Meditation and Mind-Body wellness practice which is a combination of Movement, Posture, Breathing, and Awareness.
Qi Gong practice puts the body into the relaxation and regeneration state (the relaxation response). Slow, deep, diaphragmatic breathing combined with movement and Mindfulness strengthens the efficiency of the immune and lymphatic systems.
The word Qi Gong ("chee-gung"), translates roughly as 'energy techniques' or 'energy skills' and the practice of Qi Gong promotes health, emotional happiness, and spiritual development. These methods combine movement or postures,...
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Wisdom Talks 4 – The 3 Life Provisions of Mindfulness
In this episode of Wisdom Talks John Barter outlines ‘The Three Life Provisions of Mindfulness”. He explains why it is helpful as a way of appreciating, engaging and practicing mindfulness.
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Wisdom Talks 3 – The Buddhist Trinities
In this episode of ‘Wisdom Talks’ John Barter helps us understand the beauty of the Buddha’s 2,500 year old teachings and its continued application and importance. He does this whilst discussing the fundamental Buddhist Trinities.
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Wisdom Talks 2 – Reflecting on Death
In this 'Wisdom Talk' John Barter has us reflect on the following question
"If I only had a short time to live how would I want to spend my time?"
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Message from John
Dear Friends
There are many feelings and emotions that may be described as defining being human.
However, one such feeling, emotion, state stands out as significant as that is 'Gratefulness'.
Gratefulness is a response from the mind/heart of appreciative joy which is a statement of being present and caring in relation to what is being experienced. Whilst we have all heard and even used the term Gratefulness, to be grateful for something, to have gratitude, there is so much benefit that can...
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Wisdom Talks 1 – Turning Down and Turning off Self
In this 'Wisdom Talk' John Barter provides some reflections and teachings on the importance of inner stillness and silence. Turning down and turning off self for a time to see what else is going on.
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What’s on at Well-Aware-Ness ?
Our calendar of upcoming events - Retreats, Workshops, Groups, Courses (all ages)
Saturday April 30 : Urban Retreat, Mindfulness Meditation on Gratefulness with John Barter, North Sydney
Sunday May 29 : Children's Meditation Group with Patrice Thomas, North Sydney
Sunday May 29 : Qi Gong with Patrice Thomas, North Sydney
Saturday May 7 to 28 : Women's Wellness Circle with Fiona Fitzpatrick, North Sydney
Saturday May 28: Ajahn Tiradhammo, Bringing It All Together, Harmonising the factors of the Spiritual Path, Farrants Hill
Saturday June 18:...
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JOMO – the Joy of Missing Out
So we have all heard about or even experienced FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) but are we aware of and have we experienced JOMO?
JOMO is the ‘Joy of Missing Out’!
Of course we can feel joy and even relief when we miss out on something unpleasant or even terrible that others get caught into, but JOMO is not about that.
JOMO is the joy of missing out on things that are generally pleasant or even sought after by our selves or...
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