The Middle Way of Partnership - devon & nico hase, ONLINE TICKETS [Sep19ac]

This page is for ticket sales for folks interested in joining the September 19-21 Weekend Meditation Retreat with devon and nico hase ONLINE, live via Zoom. For more information about the retreat, or if you're interested in registering as an in-person attendee, please visit the main event page.

RETREAT DESCRIPTION

The Middle Way of Partnership - A Weekend Retreat on Conscious Relationships
This immersive weekend retreat offers a fresh approach to understanding and nurturing meaningful partnerships through the lens of Buddhist wisdom and contemporary psychology. Rather than pursuing idealized connections or accepting unnecessary struggles, attendees will discover the "middle way"—embracing the inherent challenges of intimacy while cultivating deeper connection, presence, and joy.

Throughout the weekend, we'll weave together teachings, guided meditations, and interactive exercises that address four essential dimensions of partnership:

Deep Listening - Learn how to truly hear yourself and others through mindfulness practices that create space for authentic expression. Discover how the Buddhist understanding of dukkha (stress/dissatisfaction) can transform your approach to relationship difficulties.

Finding Balance - Explore the natural tension between autonomy and connection. Identify your unique patterns and learn how respecting differences strengthens rather than threatens your bonds. Practice recognizing and releasing codependent tendencies that may arise in close relationships.

Skillful Conflict - Develop tools for navigating disagreements with patience and presence. Learn the art of genuine apology and forgiveness. Transform inevitable ruptures into opportunities for deeper trust and understanding.

Cultivating Joy - Unlearn perfectionism and embrace the natural rhythms of intimacy. Discover how awareness of impermanence enhances appreciation. Create simple rituals that bring playfulness and delight into your everyday connections.

This retreat is suitable for everyone interested in more conscious partnerships—whether currently in a relationship or not, whether exploring romantic partnerships, friendships, or family relationships. While rooted in Buddhist principles, no prior meditation experience is required. Come prepared to engage fully through guided exercises, periods of contemplation, and meaningful dialogue.

Participants will leave with practical tools they can immediately apply in their relationships, including meditation techniques, communication practices, and simple rituals to strengthen connection. Join us for a weekend of discovery that could transform your approach to partnership for years to come.

The general schedule (all times are Pacific Time):

Friday September 19: 7:15pm-9pm

Saturday September 20: 9am - 5pm

Sunday Septembert 21: 9am - 3:30pm

Sliding Scale Retreat Fees: Fees for this retreat are offered on a sliding scale of $40, $80, $120, and $175 (Canadian dollars) for the full weekend. Please choose the rate you can joyfully offer. Note that your registration fee goes toward retreat costs and BC Insight Meditation Society organizational expenses which allow us to continue offering retreats such as this one. Financial support for the teacher is offered separately (see below Teacher Dana).

Teacher Dana: In the Buddhist tradition, teachings are given freely because they are considered priceless; in the Buddhist tradition we also practice dana, or generosity, by making monetary offerings to the teachers. Dana is not payment for goods or services rendered; it is given from the heart. Your generosity is a gift that supports not just the teachers, but also the Sangha, the larger Dharma community, and your own practice. More info on Dana is shared below.

Cancellation/Refund/Ticket Transfer Policy: You may request a full refund up to 24 hours before the start of retreat. To cancel your ticket, log on to Eventbrite with your email address. Go to your tickets for this event and click on "Request a Refund". Cancellations within 24 hours of the start of retreat will not receive a refund. Transfers: If you have purchased an Online Ticket and wish to transfer to an In-Person ticket, we invite you to please cancel your Online Ticket with at least 24 hours notice to receive a refund, and re-register with an In-Person Ticket. If you request a transfer within 24 hours of the retreat start, the cancellation policy will apply.

DANA -

Online options for offering dana: Dana may be offered to devon and nico online via their website. More info will be shared with registrants on retreat.

TEACHER BIO -

devon and nico hase
devon + nico hase serve as guiding teachers of the online dharma community Refuge of Belonging. They teach at the Insight Meditation Society, Spirit Rock, and other centers, offer online and in-person retreats, and speak with students in one-on-one sessions. They are the co-authors of How Not to Be a Hot Mess: A Buddhist Survival Guide for Modern Life. Find out more at www.devonandnicohase.com

How to Join the Retreat after Registering -

We will be using Zoom for this online retreat. The Zoom Link will be sent to participants via Eventbrite emails ahead of the retreat. Please ensure you type in your correct email address in the Registration Order Form.

The Zoom Link and all other retreat information is also posted on the Eventbrite Online Event Page, which you can access through the Eventbrite Confirmation email sent after you've registered. Click the "View Event" button in this email, sign into your personal Eventbrite account using the same email address you registered with. Here you will find the detailed schedule, links to resources, link to the recordings, dana information, etc. Information will also be shared via email.

With heartfelt gratitude, BCIMS acknowledges we are based in what is now known as Vancouver, BC, the beautiful, traditional, and unceded lands of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, who live on and have stewarded this land for thousands of years.