The courageous pause

Coeur means ‘Heart’ in French. A courageous act therefore, is an act from the Heart, calling us regardless of it’s difficulty. The simple act of pausing, resting back, and being kindly present with thoughts, feelings and sensations, just the way they are, is a radical and courageous one. It goes against the grain of our conditioning to seek happiness elsewhere: in the past, the future, in substances, relationships, beliefs or experiences. During this program we pause together and learn to trust that in the absence of ‘doing’, ‘reaching’ and ‘fixing’ our experience, lies the fullness we have always longed for. And by resting in that loving presence we'll find that all resistance to 'this moment' dissolves effortlessly and feel ourselves more and more at home there. This calling from the heart to be simply present with life, lies at the center of what is referred to as 'meditation' and requires no particular experience. The sessions will be guided and there will also be space to share our experiences and ask questions. If you feel this call to pause, meet yourself, each other and our environment in truth and kindness, I’d love to hear from you! Warmly, Arjan Practical info: -Tea/water and a bathroom are present -No experience needed -You are free to choose to sit on a meditation pillow or a chair (both are present) -If you have any special needs please do let me know and I will try to accommodate them -The exact location will be announced soon (It will be in the Hague) _____ As an investment I'm asking a symbolic €10,- and donations are welcome as we meet _____ Note that I'm a certified mindfulness instructor with experience in trauma sensitive mindfulness, however meditation is not therapy. If you are not sure whether you're life situation is compatible with this program don't hesitate to ask