Lone Star Buddhist Meditation Center
Only 25 spots are available
Path of Serenity-Half Day Meditation Retreat
Step away from the noise of daily life and give yourself the gift of presence. In this half-day meditation retreat, we will explore what mindfulness truly is and learn how to practice it in everyday life.
Why join? Too often, our lack of mindfulness allows harmful intentions to take root—anger, jealousy, competitiveness, retaliation, and the constant urge to outdo others. These patterns bring suffering and cloud our inner peace. But through mindful awareness, you can begin to recognize these tendencies, understand your own faults with compassion, and gently let them go.
What you’ll experience:
- Guided meditation sessions to cultivate calm and clarity
- Practical teachings on mindfulness and its role in daily life
- Gentle practices to release negativity and open space for joy
- A supportive environment to reconnect with your true self
The outcome: By practicing mindfulness, you’ll discover how easily you can free yourself from destructive emotions. As your mind settles, you’ll begin to notice the natural joy already within you. This retreat is an invitation to experience happiness—not as something distant, but as a state you can reach here and now.Join us for this half-day journey and step into a life filled with peace, joy, and mindful living.
Mindfulness Discussions
Meditation
Noble friend Group Chats
What type of meditation practices
Loving Kindness Meditation
Loving-Kindness Meditation is a gentle practice that helps dissolve anger and cultivate a peaceful mind. By nurturing inner love and compassion, you begin to see everyone around you as cherished family. With each session, kindness blossoms within, transforming how you relate to yourself and others.
Breathing Meditation
Breathing Meditation is a simple yet powerful practice that clears away mental distractions and brings clarity to your life. Imagine a dusty floor touched by gentle rain—the dust settles instantly, leaving the surface fresh and clean. In the same way, when you focus on your breath, the storms
of worry, confusion, and restlessness dissolve.
With each mindful inhale and exhale, your mind becomes lighter, calmer, and more focused. This practice allows you to let go of cluttered thoughts and discover the natural peace within. Breathing Meditation is your pathway to clarity, balance, and a joyful state of being.
Schedule for This Session
12:30 – 12.45 pm
Introduction
12.45 – 1.15 pm
loving-kindness meditation
01.15 – 1.45 pm
Mindfulness Talk
01.45 – 2.30 pm
Breathing Meditation
02.30 – 3.00 pm
Snack Break
Your Contribution Nurtures Our Community
Our monks graciously share their timeless teachings with the community, asking
nothing in return.
To help sustain this meaningful program and cover essential expenses, we kindly
invite you to contribute $50.Your support enables us to continue offering opportunities
for peace, mindfulness, and spiritual growth to all.
Any donation is deeply appreciated.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
Suggested Donation $50