Activities

“As a drop of water, we cannot go far; we cannot arrive at the ocean. But as a river we will always arrive. So, our practice is to be a river and not a drop of water.”

- - Thich Nhat Hanh

Inspired by the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, ‘sanghas’ have been founded all around the world to give support to one another in the practice.

The Almond Blossom Sangha comes together for a Day of Mindfulness once every two months, on the second Sunday of the month. During these days we practice full awareness in all that we do, with each step, with each breath.

Activities may include: listening to a Dharma teaching, guided and silent sitting meditation, mindful movements, Qi Gong stick exercises, sharing a mindful meal, guided Total Relaxation, Touching the Earth practice, walking meditation and mindful sharing.

Once a month, on the fourth Monday, we enjoy a two hour walking meditation at different locations in nature around the Algarve. During the walk, we stop and enjoy a short silent sitting meditation followed by a cup of tea.

Languages spoken are English and Portuguese.

Days of Mindfulness (first half of 2013)

Walking meditation

Weekly sitting meditation