This episode is release early for those who may have some extra practice time over the long weekend. Includes a brief talk, a guided compassion & gratitude practice, and a simple metta song (good will, lovingkindness) that can be used anytime. 

Christie Bates is a Dharmacharya of the Embracing Simplicity Contemplative Order, ordained by Venerable Pannavati and Venerable Pannadipa.

To register for the December 5-8, 2019 retreat "Training the Heart, Lifting Your Voice" with Acharya Christie Bates and Acharya Dr. Maureen Hall, go to the retreat page at Heartwood Refuge and Retreat Center.

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To explore individual contemplative direction with Christie, visit the Passati Counseling & Direction website or like the Passati Counseling & Direction Facebook page.