Greatwoods Zen

A mindfulness community
serving greater Charlotte

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Art of Mindful Tea Blending & Nature Walk
Oct 3
Art of Mindful Tea Blending & Nature Walk

A gentle day of mindfulness in nature, weaving together silent walking, sensory meditation, and the intuitive art of tea blending. Slow down, listen deeply, and create your own herbal blend in quiet connection with the plants.

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Day of Mindfulness In the Heart of Reedy Creek Park
Oct 31
Day of Mindfulness In the Heart of Reedy Creek Park

Slow down and reconnect during our weekly Day of Mindfulness, nestled beside the forest of Reedy Creek Park. Through meditation, mindful movement, and shared presence, we practice together in community—open to all.

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Day of Mindful Expression
Dec 5
Day of Mindful Expression

A day of mindful living in community — through meditation, movement, nature walk and simple creative expression.

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Upcoming Retreats

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Experiments in Interbeing
Nov 14
Experiments in Interbeing

A daylong relational mindfulness immersion exploring interbeing, presence, and connection through practices inspired by Thich Nhat Hanh, Plum Village, Relateful, and Circling. Come experience what it means to be distinct, yet never separate.

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Days of Mindfulness
Saturdays, 10am - 1:00pm

Guided sitting meditation

Outdoor mindful walking

Somatic Movements

Teachings on engaged mindfulness

Group sharing and connection

Mindful potluck lunch

A forest scene in autumn with tall trees having green, yellow, and orange leaves, sunlight filtering through the branches, a dirt path, and large rocks on the ground.

Thank You from Greatwoods Zen

With deep gratitude to everyone who contributed to our fundraiser. Because of your generosity, we were able to purchase everything we hoped for — and even a little more.

Our meditation hall now has beautiful, high-quality meditation cushions from local designers, filled with buckwheat for comfortable sitting, along with a large meditation hall bell, a gorgeous plant stand, and new plants that bring even more warmth and life into the space.

Thank you for helping us create a more welcoming, beautiful, and supportive place to practice together. We’re so grateful for the care that continues to grow around Greatwoods Zen.

Living room setup with colorful floor cushions arranged in a semi-circle, potted plants, a fireplace, wall art, and a ceiling fan.

Meditation Funnies of the Month

A colorful cartoon depicting a young monk speaking to a Buddha figure. The young monk asks, "Is it okay to use email?" The Buddha responds, "Yes but no attachments." The scene has a vibrant background with a halo around the Buddha's head.
A colorful, detailed artwork of a traditional Asian mythical creature with multiple eyes and multiple arms, surrounded by various smaller cultural and mythical elements, set against a scenic background with a moon and clouds.

Come take a mindful walk with us at Greatwoods Zen

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