Greatwoods Zen

10/31/2025

🌿 Special Day of Mindfulness: Ancestors Day Celebration🌿

This Saturday, we gather in stillness to remember where we come from — the ancestors of blood, of land, and of spirit.
Like tree roots deep in the earth, we return to what holds us, nourishes us, and lives through us.

You’re invited to bring:
• A photo or small object to honor your ancestors (including four-legged ones)
• A small portion of their favorite food
• Flowers for our shared altar

May our practice be a soft homecoming — to presence, to gratitude, and to the roots that carry us.

🗓️ November 1 · 10am
📍 Greatwoods Nature, 8015 Sullivan Dr

10/29/2025

Somatic Art Series 💥

A space to slow down and listen within.

Through meditation, movement, and creative expression, we meet what’s alive in the present moment — with awareness, gentleness, and flow.

🗓️ Nov 6 & 20, Dec 4 & 18 — 7pm
📍 Greatwoods Zen

10/23/2025

As Thích Nhất Hạnh taught, nothing exists by itself alone — we inter-are. The forest shows us what interbeing looks like.

10/20/2025

Check our latest newsletter!

Scholarships are falling down like golden leaves for our Greatwoods Zen Mindfulness Retreat

- https://mailchi.mp/e63a8d9d4e67/healing-the-hurts-of-slavery-special-dom-this-saturday-9092422

09/25/2025

𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧

In a world filled with violence and division, our practice reminds us that true peace begins within ourselves. How do we respond to hatred and fear—by fueling the flames, or by cultivating understanding and compassion?

In this month’s reflection, David shares the deeper meaning of our Sangha’s new logo: a symbol of openness, courage, and the commitment to end cycles of violence by transforming our own hearts and minds.

Read the full reflection from our Newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/8800adce7258/healing-the-hurts-of-slavery-special-dom-this-saturday-9092330?e=ddcac3688e

Upcoming opportunities to practice together:

* 𝐷𝑎𝑦 𝑜𝑓 𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑑𝑓𝑢𝑙𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑠 : Sept. 27, Oct. 11, Oct. 18
* 𝐹𝑎𝑙𝑙 𝑅𝑒𝑡𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑡 : Oct. 24–26

Together, we can nurture a community of peace and resilience.

09/11/2025

This Saturday our Day of Mindfulness returns to our former retreat location, Greatwoods Nature 🌿

A rare chance to enjoy the trails, the quiet forest — and maybe even spot ducks or geese by the pond.

📍 8015 Sullivan Drive, Charlotte, NC 28215
🕙 10am–1pm

Join us for meditation, mindful walking, and community. All are welcome, no experience needed.

09/18/2024

🍂 Join us for a full weekend of mindfulness and meditation at our autumn retreat at in Charlotte, NC. 🍁✨ From October 25-27, we’ll be trading in the hustle and bustle for the rustle of leaves and the calm of the woods. 🍁 Imagine yourself surrounded by vibrant fall foliage, practicing mindfulness in the heart of our little slice of heaven right here in Charlotte. 🍃 It’s the perfect escape to unwind, recharge, and connect back to Mother Nature and yourself. 🧡 Don’t miss out on this opportunity to let go, breathe deep, and embrace the beauty of the season. 🍁 Click the link in our bio to visit the website and register for your spot today! Any questions, drop them here or shoot us a DM. We can’t wait to practice with you.

02/26/2024

Hello all :) On Saturday, Feb. 24th we hosted a Day of Mindfulness and we watched the following talk by Thich Nhat Hanh. For those who came or for those who couldn't make it, we hope this video finds you well:

Mindfulness is always mindful of something: mindful breathing, mindful drinking tea, mindful washing dishes, mindful walking, mindful brushing teeth. Mindful...

02/11/2024

On Saturday, 2/17, we will host a monk named Brother Samadhi from Blue Cliff Monastery in New York, and he will facilitate our weekly Day of Mindfulness. We hope you can make it. You can register to attend using this link:

Days of Mindfulness We are thrilled to welcome Brother Samdadhi, our first monk from the Plum Village tradition to offer a Day of Mindfulness here at Greatwoods Zen.Brother Samadhi, "Thay Dinh Tam" has been living at Blue Cliff Monastery for the last 5 years, having been ordained as a novice in Janu...