A Day of Mindfulness: Rest, Reflect, and Rejuvenate

Description
This one-day retreat teaches ways to face life’s challenges with more ease, calm, awareness and balance.  In a peaceful environment with a supportive community, you will learn from the teachings of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, and John Kabat-Zinn, the founder of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction.  The program combines guided meditation sessions, gentle movement practices, and practical tools for:

1. learning various meditation forms (sitting, walking, breathing, body scan)
   2. sharing the 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

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

Dates and Details
Saturday, May 10, 2025
9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
The cost of this retreat is $75, which includes lunch

You also have the option of bundling this event with the Quiet Day for Renewal, which begins Friday, May 9 at 6:30 pm and concludes Saturday at 4:00 pm. The group will gather for an opening reflection and a brief closing reflection, with the rest of the time in silence and solitude plus participation in “A Day of Mindfulness: Rest, Reflect, and Rejuvenate.” The cost for the bundle is $170, which covers two meals, overnight accommodations, the seminar and resources for time in silent retreat.

Registration Information
Payment must be received to complete registration. You may register and pay online by clicking the yellow “Register Here” button above, where there will be an option to register for only the “Day of Mindfulness” or the bundle option including “Day of Mindfulness” and “Quiet Day for Renewal.” You may also register by calling the front desk at 262-898-2590 with a credit card number or by mailing a check made out to “Siena Retreat Center.” To register for only the “Quiet Day for Renewal” retreat, click here.

Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for our cancellation policies and other helpful information.