Journey Within: A Weekend of Silent Meditation

RETREAT BY INVITED PRESENTER

For many, the thought of a silent retreat provokes one question: Why? People find the concept intriguing, but are dubious that they would be able to sustain the silence. Yet, once they take the leap they discover the powerful benefits: a break from technology and the bombardment of sound, a retreat from busy lives, the respite of deep silence. Join us to reflect, get still, and listen to the voice of your Soul.

“Such a special opportunity to practice in a sacred space.”

STAY SAFE DURING COVID-19: Participants will be requested to supply proof of vaccination and a negative Covid test prior to attending. Please read our COVID-19 Precautions & Preparations to understand our additional strategies, including limited class size to facilitate social distancing and ample teacher attention. We are committed to your health and safety.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

This is an opportunity to shut out the world for the weekend and sink deep into yourself. No phones. No television. No work. No news. No distractions. Just the deep inner peace that can only arrive when the distractions disappear.

Throughout this weekend, as you practice “Noble Silence,” Anne guides you through a variety of meditation practices—seated meditation, walking meditation, mantra practice and other techniques. Each day includes a deep restorative yoga class, and you are encouraged to join the Center’s daily morning salutations and meditation. Between sessions there is ample personal time to walk the beautiful grounds, reflect, journal, and rest. Farm-to-table vegetarian cuisine is enjoyed in silence, as we practice mindful eating. The program concludes with time for Q & A as our silence ends after breakfast Sunday morning.

Please note: You will be asked to relinquish your cell phone before dinner Friday night; it will be returned Sunday at noon. Please give loved ones the Center number in case of emergency.

The class will be limited to approximately 20 people; spots are expected to fill quickly.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

• Intimate setting with personal access to the teacher
• Question and answer period
• Shamatha, walking, mantra, and guided meditations
• Delicious all-vegetarian meals with locally sourced ingredients
• Option to extend stay on Personal Retreat
• Extensive library of dharma books
• Expansive wooded grounds with beautiful flora and fauna

OPEN TO ALL

There are no prerequisites for this program; it is appropriate for meditators at all levels and those simply interested in exploring the teachings.

SCHEDULE

(subject to change)

Friday, April 8

Saturday, April 9

Sunday, April 10