Date and time

Friday, Apr 24 at 5 pm to Sunday, Apr 26 at 5 pm

Location

Heaven’s Rest B&B

About the Workshop

Join us on this special weekend retreat to unlock the workings of the mind and find inner peace amongst chaos.

Is the spider you see your reality? Anyone in their right mind would say no. Yet, this is how we all perceive the world. How many minutes a day are we deceived by the shadow of a spider hiding beneath our bed? How many moments do we spend blaming the illusions of our own mind for our troubles? How many seconds each day do we live a lie, mistaking it for reality from the moment the sun rises?

From the flutter of a wing to the course of our lives, everything we experience arises from a web of causes. Manifestations that seem real are nothing more than conditions combining and dissolving in a continuous flow. Life does not unfold at random but through an endless cascade of reactions – each cause giving rise to an effect, shaping what comes next.

So, will you choose to remain blind, or will you open your eyes?

Join us at this retreat, where Buddhism and science meet. Step into an exploration of illusion – the lies we live by and transform how you live, perceive, and respond to the world around you.

Cost

NZ$ 250 per each attendee

This cost is for the accommodation and meals of the participants. The teachings are offered freely, in the spirit of Dharma dana.

If you’re experiencing difficulty covering the full cost, please feel free to reach out to us. We’re happy to discuss options with you.

This is a residential retreat, meaning participants will stay on-site throughout the program. All meals and accommodation are included in the registration price. Please note that accommodation will be shared.

Registrations close on 17 Apr 2026.

In-person attendance only.

Organized by

Ministry of Nirvana- New Zealand

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