Mountain Stream invites you to attend a 4-week workshop ~
Boundless Heart: Cultivating the Four Brahmavihāras in Meditation and Life
Teacher: Adam Stonebraker
Location: In Person and Virtual - Join us at Mountain Stream Meditation, 710 Zion St, Nevada City, CA 95959. Or join us via Zoom; see below.
Dates: Four consecutive Wednesdays: March 5, 12, 19 & 26
Time: 6:30 to 8:00 pm PT
Cost: Sliding Scale $60 - $120. Limited partial scholarships available.
Pre-registration is required for both in-person and virtual participants. Registration includes all four days. The Zoom meeting link will be provided once registered and paid in full.
To register, visit https://square.link/u/T6VeK2mI
Your emailed payment receipt is your registration confirmation.
For questions or to apply for a scholarship, email juanita@mtstream.org
Workshop description: The Brahmavihāras—Loving-Kindness (Mettā), Compassion (Karuṇā), Sympathetic Joy (Muditā), and Equanimity (Upekkhā)—are often called the "divine abodes" or "immeasurable qualities" of the heart. These teachings offer profound ways to relate to ourselves, others, and the world with greater ease, openness, and wisdom.
In this 4-week workshop, we will explore these qualities through teachings, guided meditations, and interactive discussions. Each week will focus on one Brahmavihāra, delving into its meaning, practice, and relevance to everyday life. Together, we will discover how these timeless teachings can transform our relationships, deepen our spiritual practice, and foster a more compassionate and joyful way of living.
This workshop is suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators. Join us to cultivate a heart that is open, resilient, and boundless.
Bio: Adam Stonebraker, a dedicated practitioner of Yoga and Meditation since 1999, serves as the Guiding Teacher for Mountain Stream Meditation, in Nevada City, CA. He has been sharing his profound insights with diverse audiences both locally and internationally since 2010. Adam's teachings are deeply rooted in his extensive training in Yoga and a long-standing devotion to Buddhadharma, which inspire him to guide others towards realizing their unique potential in mind and body. His primary goal is to help individuals trust their innate wisdom and embrace the profound sense of interconnection that defines our existence.
Adam's approach is particularly influenced by the rich intersections between Buddhism and traditional Yoga practices, the Bodhisattva path, and engaging with the natural world. He has had the honor of studying closely with renowned teachers such as Kittisaro & Thanissara, Sarah & Ty Powers, Tias & Surya Little, Paul & Suzee Grilley, Maty Ezraty, Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche, and many others.
In 2019, Adam completed a Master’s degree in the pioneering Mindfulness Studies Program at Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, further enriching his understanding and teaching of mindfulness practices. To learn more about Adam, visit www.mtstream.org/adam-stonebraker