Wabi-Sabi: The Benefits of Embracing An Imperfect Life

Wabi-Sabi: The Benefits of Embracing An Imperfect Life

Spring (4-8 hours) | This course is completed

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4/13/2021-4/20/2021

9:00 AM-11:00 AM EDT on Tue

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$45.00

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Would you like to re-engage with the whole, vivid and creative world that captivated you as a child, to become a younger, fresher you? Nothing lasts forever, nothing is complete and nothing is perfect is the philosophy of Wabi-Sabi, which can be the foundation for great satisfaction and contentment. Join us in this heartfelt two-session course in which we will discover the truths of a 500-year-old Japanese tradition which celebrates the acceptance and deep appreciation of both the beauty in simplicity (Wabi), and the imperfections of life that come with the passage of time and the deep satisfaction and tranquility that result (Sabi).Through short seed lectures and visual examples of Wabi-Sabi in nature, art and design, we will discuss and contrast Wabi-Sabi with examples from our cluttered and busy world. We will learn the power of Wabi-Sabi to refresh and renew us through harmony with nature, acceptance of what is, having purity of heart and cultivating a state of stillness. Come as you are and learn how to apply and savor the humble world of Wabi-Sabi. Learn tools and techniques that will allow you to enjoy a fuller, simpler and more contented life, including engaging with and using the brilliant creativity that first came to you as a child.

  • There is an optional reading packet.
Shama, Steven

Since his retirement from a medical career 10 years ago, Steve has taken weekend and as long as two-month long trips by car, train, cruise ship, and plane. He’s taken every long distance Amtrak train in the U.S., crossed Canada by train, and travelled in Ireland and Switzerland by train. He’s been a guest at over 120 Airbnb’s, has senior discount travel passes to many cities, and is filled with many ideas to share, hoping to make your next vacation positively unforgettable and at low cost.