Company Time: A Buddhist Retreat for People Working in the Business World

Saturday, December 18th, 2010
10 am - 5 pm
with Zoketsu Norman Fischer and Marc Lesser

Company Time, begun in 1996, is a gathering of people from diverse professions and occupations, and all realms of private, corporate, government, for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Company Time retreats do not propose easy solutions, but do provide time and tools to address our questions in an atmosphere of trust and confidentiality. Based on the ethical precepts of Mahayana Buddhism, we share insights and ideas on how we can bring a spirit of honesty, integrity, and clarity from our spiritual practice into our workplaces and provide support for each other to take up our livelihoods in a wholehearted way. Our schedule includes light yoga, gentle meditation, teachings, large and small group discussions, and time to enjoy a walk at Green Gulch Farm. Newcomers to Buddhist practice are welcome.

Dec 18 2010 - 10:00am - 5:00pm

Exploring the obvious and not-so-obvious transitions of our lives.

Meditation, light yoga, speaking in small groups and large groups.

This is an Everyday Zen event.

Nov 7 2010 - 10:00am - 5:00pm

During this workshop we will explore how mindfulness practice, slowing down, and letting go can clarify and increase our accomplishments, lead to more meaning in our lives, and allow for greater ease and satisfaction. We will explore practices for reducing fear, assumptions, distractions, resistance, and unnecessary busyness – leading to “finding the one who is not busy” – developing the ability to find stillness and calm in the midst of the activity and intensity of our lives. This is an experiential workshop that will draw from spiritual practices (meditation, mindfulness, compassion), leadership practices (listening, innovation, focus) and creative expression (movement and writing).

To register: www.esalen.com

Oct 15 2010 - 5:30pm - Oct 17 2010 - 12:00pm

Company Time: A Buddhist Retreat for People Working in the Business World

Saturday, October 2, 2010
10 am - 5 pm
with Zoketsu Norman Fischer and Marc Lesser

Company Time, begun in 1996, is a gathering of people from diverse professions and occupations, and all realms of private, corporate, government, for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Company Time retreats do not propose easy solutions, but do provide time and tools to address our questions in an atmosphere of trust and confidentiality. Based on the ethical precepts of Mahayana Buddhism, we share insights and ideas on how we can bring a spirit of honesty, integrity, and clarity from our spiritual practice into our workplaces and provide support for each other to take up our livelihoods in a wholehearted way. Our schedule includes light yoga, gentle meditation, teachings, large and small group discussions, and time to enjoy a walk at Green Gulch Farm. Newcomers to Buddhist practice are welcome.

Oct 2 2010 - 10:00am - 5:00pm

We are all leaders in the process of building shared vision, while engaging our hearts and minds in the midst of self-discovery.

This is a workshop designed for those committed to making a difference – in businesses, organizations, or communities. This workshop will include meditation, mindfulness practices, and practical tools for developing the art of warm-hearted, skillful, leadership. We will explore Zen teachings on focus and integrity as well as best practices from leadership models for influencing and empowering others.

There will be plenty of time for relaxing, swimming, hiking, eating, and hanging out in the Tassajara baths.

Tassajara is a Zen Monastery and resort, located in the coastal mountains, near Carmel Valley, California.

Aug 6 2010 - 5:30pm - Aug 8 2010 - 12:00pm

Tassajara – August 8 – 13, 2010 (5-day workshop)

Accomplishing More By Doing Less
During this workshop we will explore how mindfulness practice, slowing down, and doing less can clarify what matters, lead to more meaning in our lives, and allow for greater accomplishment. We will explore practices for reducing fear, assumptions, distractions, resistance, and unnecessary busyness – leading to “finding the one who is not busy” – developing the ability to find stillness and calm in the midst of the activity and intensity of our lives. This is an experiential workshop that will draw from spiritual practices (meditation, mindfulness, compassion), leadership practices (listening, innovation, focus) and creative expression (movement and writing).

There will be plenty of time for relaxing, swimming, hiking, eating, and hanging out in the Tassajara baths.

Tassajara is a Zen Monastery and resort, located in the coastal mountains, near Carmel Valley, California.

Aug 8 2010 - 5:00pm - Aug 13 2010 - 12:00pm

Company Time: A Buddhist Retreat for People Working in the Business World

Saturday, May 22, 2010
10 am - 5 pm
with Zoketsu Norman Fischer and Marc Lesser

Company Time, begun in 1996, is a gathering of people from diverse professions and occupations, and all realms of private, corporate, government, for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Company Time retreats do not propose easy solutions, but do provide time and tools to address our questions in an atmosphere of trust and confidentiality. Based on the ethical precepts of Mahayana Buddhism, we share insights and ideas on how we can bring a spirit of honesty, integrity, and clarity from our spiritual practice into our workplaces and provide support for each other to take up our livelihoods in a wholehearted way. Our schedule includes light yoga, gentle meditation, teachings, large and small group discussions, and time to enjoy a walk at Green Gulch Farm. Newcomers to Buddhist practice are welcome.

May 22 2010 - 10:00am - 5:00pm

When: 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.

Where: Homestead Valley Community Center, Mill Valley (directions below)

What: Meditation from 7:00 - 7:30
Walking meditation 7:30 - 7:40
Brief talk, or discussion, or presentation

Everyone is welcome. No prior experience with meditation required.

Please bring your own cushion. (Chairs are available.)

Directions to the Homestead Valley Community Center, 315 Montford Ave., Mill Valley, CA 94941
From the South
Take the Mill Valley, Stinson Beach Exit. Go straight through first two lights. Third light is Tam Junction, go toward the right (toward Mill Valley). Continue straight through the next stop light and then to the only stop sign on Miller Ave. Get into the left lane and turn left on Montford Ave. Proceed to the stop sign and turn left; then stay left at the fork, continuing on Montford. Come to one more stop sign, go straight, and Community Center is on left, with good parking.

From the North

Feb 3 2010 - 6:45pm - 8:30pm

Marc will give the public talk at the San Francisco Zen Center.

10:00 a.m.

300 Page Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

415 863-3136

Dec 12 2009 - 10:00am - 11:00am

When: 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.

Where: Homestead Valley Community Center, Mill Valley (directions below)

What: Meditation from 7:00 - 7:30
Walking meditation 7:30 - 7:40
Brief talk, or discussion, or presentation

Everyone is welcome. No prior experience with meditation required.

Directions to the Homestead Valley Community Center, 315 Montford Ave., Mill Valley, CA 94941
From the South
Take the Mill Valley, Stinson Beach Exit. Go straight through first two lights. Third light is Tam Junction, go toward the right (toward Mill Valley). Continue straight through the next stop light and then to the only stop sign on Miller Ave. Get into the left lane and turn left on Montford Ave. Proceed to the stop sign and turn left; then stay left at the fork, continuing on Montford. Come to one more stop sign, go straight, and Community Center is on left, with good parking.

From the North

Mar 10 2010 - 6:45pm - 8:30pm