Description
This intimate retreat offers a sanctuary where you can pause, breathe, and rediscover your inner calm. Through guided mindfulness practices and a supportive community, you’ll learn practical tools to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and awareness. It will focus on the teaching of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, and the founder of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, John Kabat-Zinn. You’ll be immersed in a peaceful environment designed to help you step back from daily pressures and develop a sustainable mindfulness practice. Our program combines meditation sessions, gentle movement practices, and practical workshops that will help you:
1. learning various meditation forms (sitting, walking, breathing, body scan)
2. sharing philosophy of Thich Nhat Hanh and practice of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
3. participant dialogue
4. forest bathing, a practice of therapeutic relaxation in a natural setting, focusing on sensory engagement to connect with nature
This retreat is for anyone experiencing stress in their personal or professional life who seeks healthy ways to process and manage their challenges. Whether new to mindfulness or have some experience, our program meets you where you are. The retreat is particularly beneficial for:
- Professionals dealing with workplace pressure
- Individuals navigating major life transitions
- Anyone feeling overwhelmed by daily responsibilities
- Those seeking to develop a more balanced approach to life
Participants will leave with:
- Practical mindfulness techniques for everyday use
- A deeper understanding of their stress patterns
- Renewed energy and clarity
- A supportive community of like-minded individuals
- A personalized plan for maintaining mindfulness practices at home
Join us for this transformative experience and take the first step toward a more mindful, balanced life.
Dates and Details
Saturday, March 8, 2024
9:00am – 4:00pm
The cost of this retreat is $75, which includes lunch.
Registration Information
Registration for this retreat is now closed.
Please see our Frequently Asked Questions page for our cancellation policies and other helpful information.
Craig Welch
Tom Buhler