Buddhism & the Twelve Steps with Kevin Griffin

Through a combination of traditional and contemporary Buddhist meditation practices, interactive exercises, lectures and discussion, we will explore the ways that Buddhism and the Steps complement each other.

The Buddha pointed out that craving is the cause of suffering. Twelve Step programs work with the deepest forms of craving. How can these two traditions come together to deepen our spiritual life? Through a combination of traditional and contemporary Buddhist meditation practices, interactive exercises, lectures and discussion, we will explore the ways that Buddhism and the Steps complement each other. This retreat is open to all who are interested and introductory meditation instruction will be offered.

Kevin Griffin, a longtime Buddhist meditation practitioner and Twelve Step participant, is the author of One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps. A graduate of the Spirit Rock Dharma Leader program, he has taught Buddhist meditation since 1996.

Extend Your Stay. We are offering a 25% housing discount for additional nights. Come early and relax before your program starts or stay an extra day or more after this program to savor your retreat experience.

Please arrive between 2 and 5pm on Friday, November 17. Program ends with lunch at 12:30pm on Sunday, November 19. View Detailed Program Information.