When we observe deeply, the fruit of our meditation will naturally transform into some kind of action.
Thich Nhat Hanh in "Peace is Every Step".

The Forum for Contemplative Studies is dedicated in general to the discussion and experiential exploration of contemplative awareness and its values. In particular it seeks to explore the confluence of depth psychotherapy with the world's contemplative traditions.

Contemplative studies value being present, mindfully in each successive moment, with all of our experience, whilst cultivating an attitude of unconditional friendliness towards oneself and others. While the personal transformation this creates does not guarantee social change, we none-the-less believe that increased contemplative awareness may help individuals and groups find generous and more spacious solutions to life's problems.

The Forum offers information about itself and received from many independent sources, for the general public, those in training, and for qualified psychotherapists, pursuing continuing professional development. This includes:

• A list of psychotherapists who work within a contemplative perspective
   
• Lectures, seminars, workshops and courses
   
• Educational organisations and places of retreat
   
• A supporting literature list
   
• Articles

What's new?

The Jon Kabat-Zinn Autumn Eight Week Mindfulness Course with Philippa Vick
Using mindfulness to be present with chronic physical pain, depression and anxiety.
Next course in Bath, Wednesday September 24th. 2008 See resources section'courses'.

"Nothing To Lose, Psychotherapy, Buddhism and Living Life"
Nigel Wellings and Elizabeth Wilde McCormick, foreword Mark Epstein,
Continuum 2005ISBN 0-8264-7340-7(paperback)
Available from this website - contact us.

If you would like to know more about the Forum, would like to become a member or place information in its resources lists then please contact us.

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