One of the goals of the Shambhala Working Group on Aging is to support Shambhala Centers and groups in identifying and working with aging related issues. It is likely that, although there will be many commonalities, each center/group will have somewhat unique issues and resources to work with them.
It my be useful to share the process and content as different centers working on aging related issues. A series of postings on this blog will attempt to do so, beginning with a process that has begun in Halifax.
The first post includes the invitation tht was sent out to all members and friends of the Halifax Shambhala Centre. The next post will provide an initial progress report.
On Aging in Shambhala: an open discussion of ‘old age’ and its implications for individuals, families and community
Discussion facilitated by David Whitehorn, Chair of the Shambhala Working Group on Aging.
Monday, March 15, 7:30 – 9:00 pm at the Halifax Shambhala Centre
What does it mean to grow old in Shambhala? How do the Shambhala practices and the vision of enlightened society relate to the experience of what is conventionally termed ‘old age’? How can we, as individuals and as a community of practitioners, respond to the needs of older people in our lives?
These and related questions will form the basis for this open discussion. We will use an informal “talking circle” and related formats so that everyone can contribute to the discussion, to the extent they wish.
This gathering also marks the beginning of an ongoing network for people interested in addressing issues of ‘old age’ in the context of the Shambhala teachings.
There is no cost for this event. Everyone who is interested is warmly invited
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