Concentration and the Jhanas: A Primer for Deepening Your Practice
Saturday, August 9, 2025 on Zoom
9 a.m. – Noon, Led by Lisa Ernst

Right Concentration is the final leg of the Buddha’s eightfold path. Deepening your ability to concentrate isn’t about forcing focus – it’s about collecting the mind, and finding the inner stillness that’s already here, which many people are seeking in these stressful times. With practice, skillful concentration often leads to the jhanas, the eight altered states of consciousness that can help quiet the mental noise, deepen joy and tranquility and improve your insight practice. In this half day retreat we will explore meditation through the lens of concentration and the jhanas as a path to awakening.

The morning will consist of instruction, meditation and discussion. This retreat is suitable for all levels of experience although an existing mediation practice is recommended.

Cost is $55 – 75 sliding scale. This includes compensation for the teacher. Please pay at the highest level you can afford so that we can also offer reduced fee scholarships  in the case of financial need. Email onedharmaretreat@gmail.com to inquire about a scholarship. Payment can be made through our Paypal below or Venmo @onedharma. If you need to pay by check, instructions are here. Be sure to include your email address. You’ll receive a Zoom link in advance of the retreat.

Refund Cancellation Policy: For cancellations more than 6 days before the day of the retreat, a refund is available less a $20 administrative fee. Alternatively, you can choose to offer the class fee as dana to One Dharma and the teacher. Refunds are not available for cancellations made 6 days prior to the day of the retreat.