Unshameable: Theatre meets Buddhist teachings Performance Workshop with Mrinal Gautam

Imagine a space where your deepest vulnerabilities become your greatest strengths. A place where shame has no hold on you, and you can step into your true, unshakable self.

Welcome to an immersive, transformative space where you confront the shadows of self-doubt and shame through the clarity of mindful awareness. Guided experiential exercises will help you cultivate inner freedom, turning vulnerabilities into strengths. Theatre meets Buddhist teachings as we explore the depth of these timeless truths through play. Inspired by the Buddha’s path to liberation, this space invites you to uncover your inner brilliance, breaking free from the limiting stories and labels that once confined you.

What Will You Experience?
In this workshop, you won’t just learn—you’ll embody the practices of presence, spontaneity, and emotional freedom. Grounded in mindfulness and non-attachment, you’ll playfully explore self-expression and release the weight of societal expectations.

Expect:
· Creative exercises that cultivate emotional resilience
· A compassionate space to explore your vulnerabilities
· Profound insights that arise from staying present and letting go

Why Does This Matter?
Shame is a universal struggle that disconnects us from ourselves and others. This workshop gives you the tools to free yourself from its grip—much like the Buddha taught us to free ourselves from suffering.

In this journey, you will:
· Transform shame into growth and resilience
· Embrace your imperfections with compassion
· Shine authentically, free from past limitations

What is Theatre Meets Buddhist Teachings?
Theatre Meets Buddhist Teachings is a unique workshop where performance blends with meditation and mindfulness. Using Buddhist principles, you’ll explore your inner self, release fear and self-doubt, and express creatively. Here, theatre becomes a spiritual practice, fostering deeper awareness, playfulness, and inner peace.

Why Should You Join?
· Rediscover Playfulness: In the spirit of the Buddha’s middle path, we’ll balance deep introspection with joyful, playful exercises that release tension and open the heart.

· Real-World Integration: The insights you gain will extend beyond the workshop, helping you live more mindfully and authentically in everyday life.

What Will You Take Away?
· Openness and Compassion: Learn to embrace others’ ideas with curiosity and empathy.
· Presence in the Moment: Like the practice of mindfulness, you’ll learn to commit fully to whatever arises.
· Resilience to Failure: Embrace mistakes as part of growth, not something to fear.
· Go With the Flow: Let go of rigid expectations and allow life to unfold naturally, in both performance and daily life.

Skills You’ll Cultivate:
· Mindful presence in all interactions
· Compassionate listening and empathy
· Turning mistakes into opportunities
· Spontaneity and creative freedom
· Living with deep commitment to each moment

Who Is This For?
Open to anyone over 18, this workshop invites you to explore your inner world, even if you have no prior theatre experience. All that’s required is a willingness to step into the unknown and embrace the journey.

Meet Your Facilitator
Mrinal Gautam is a passionate practitioner of improvisational theatre, with a keen interest in emotional intelligence and transformative learning. With over five years of experience, he’s been both a student and facilitator of improv, blending empathy, spontaneity, and emotional flow into his unique workshop style.

Dates: 18-24 December 2024 (7 days)

Daily Routine
· 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
(with a 30-min break) – Session 1
· 12:00 PM – Lunch
· 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM – Personal Free Time. Relax and Recharge.
· 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (with a 30-min break) – Session 2
· 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Dinner
· 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM – Evening Self Practice & Assignment

Limited Seats Available

Don’t miss this opportunity to transform how you see yourself and the world!
To apply email at gmrinalg@gmail.com

This workshop will push your boundaries in the best way possible. Are you ready to shine?

 

Date

Dec 18 - 24 2024
Ongoing...

Location

Deer Park Institute, Bir
Deer Park Institute