natural awareness
may all be healthy, happy, at ease in their body, at home in the world
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natural awareness may all be healthy, happy, at ease in their body, at home in the world |
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Individual Interviews & Coaching Meditation classes can be helpful and practice groups can be supportive, but ultimately your spiritual work is your own. There are many different methods of meditation, and they lead to different results. Working one-on-one with a teacher can provide practical training, perspective, challenge and encouragement. Working together we could focus on one or more areas such as: I offer private instruction and consultation on an occasional or regular basis, depending on your needs. By working together, we would agree that: ~ You undertake meditation practice on your own initiative. The effectiveness of these practices depends on many factors including your diligence, a supporting lifestyle, and your willingness to make changes. You are responsible for the practices you undertake, and you receive the results of those practices. ~ I may recommend or advise you on practices that involve gentle movement to cultivate awareness and balance energy in the body. Effects may vary and you are responsible for bringing any concerns to my attention. ~ I provide advice and coaching in the meditation practices that I have found useful. I do not provide medical treatment or mental health services. ~ I hold all conversations confidential except where, in my judgement, intervention may prevent imminent serious consequences. ~ My services are not offered through any public or private agency, institution, or organization, so I receive no compensation for my time other than donations freely offered. Our first meeting is for exploring whether we would like to work together. For subsequent meetings, I appreciate donations. Many people donate in the range of $50 to $100 an hour. I will not withhold instruction if you are unable to donate a certain level of money, and you will make your best effort to compensate me for my time. ~ This is a voluntary relationship for the benefit of your practice. If at any time during our interaction you have questions or concerns about any part of our agreement, or any aspect of our interaction, you will seek to clarify and resolve those questions and concerns with me. To arrange a meeting call 206-659-1954 or email. |
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George Draffan
George Draffan is a Seattle-based practitioner and teacher of Buddhist meditation and Taoist energy practices.. more here... |
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A teacher can provide: ~ instruction in techniques ~ advice and perspective based on their own experience ~ a container of support for the student’s efforts A student needs to: ~ be curious and ask questions ~ be willing to practice and open to results ~ make their own decisions about practice and life |
Additional views on donations and compensation:
Three Ways of Looking at Paying for Spiritual Teachings by Franca Leeson
No Strings Attached: The Buddha’s Culture of Generosity by Thanissaro Bhikkhu
