Stopping the Thinking Mind – Day Retreat March 22nd 2026

Learn to calm the restless mind and experience inner stillness. Through guided meditation and mindfulness practice, this retreat helps you observe thoughts without getting caught up in them, cultivating clarity, peace, and presence that you can carry into daily life.

You are invited to join us for a quiet day of meditation in the tranquil surrounds of Santi Forest Monastery, 100, Coalmines Road, Bundanoon, NSW 2578.

Please email us if you wish to join this retreat santimonastery@gmail.com

This event is free of charge. There will be a shared vegetarian lunch and hot and cold drinks will be provided. You are welcome to bring a plate of food to share. Teachings will be held in the meditation hall and the shared meal will be offered in the outdoor dāna shelter.

Program

9.00 am – 10.00 am – Guided meditation – Inclining the mind to the present
10.00 am – 10.30 am – Walking meditation
10.45 am – 12.30 pm – Shared Lunch in silence
12.30 pm – 1.30 pm – Dhamma Talk – Becoming still and contented
1.30 pm – 3.00 pm – Walk to the Big Cave & Meditation
3.00 pm – 4.00 pm – Q & A and Tea with the monastics (optional)

Location: 100, Coalmines Road, Bundanoon, NSW 2578.

What to bring – Good walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water bottle, warm clothing (Southern Highlands is always a few degrees cooler). 

Meditation mats, cushions, stools and chairs are provided