Fully booked (waiting list only)
This ‘Open the Heart and Still the Mind’ weekend retreat will be held in a contained and nurturing atmosphere of contemplative silence and is suitable for beginner as well as experienced meditators.
Drawing on the wisdom of Buddhist psychology, we will discover how to rest in silence, using our meditation practice to create balance and stillness in the midst of whatever is arising. As we establish a calm and grounded inner refuge, we will transform our fragmented heart and minds and discover an embodied experience of wholeness and integration. We will deepen this process through compassionately embracing our human experience with kindness and care.
In addition to sitting and walking meditations, our embodied awareness will be enhanced by daily sessions of the ancient movement meditation qigong , optional yoga and aromatherapy massages. There will be time to explore the beautiful gardens of Temenos, as well as time for restorative rest and short, individual sessions will provide additional emotional containment. Delicious vegetarian and vegan food will be savoured in silence as part of our integrated practice. This retreat ends with lunch on Sunday 13th and includes free accommodation on Sunday night for those who would like to extend their stay for an overnight self-retreat.
A once-off, pre-retreat individual session is required if you haven't yet had one with Sue, to provide greater containment, which enhances the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The additional session fee of R750 is fully covered by Medical Aid or will be reduced if necessary, if you do not have cover.
CPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA registered professionals: 15 General CEUs have been granted.
Please Note: To receive CPD points and your certificate(s) this year, there is an annual admin fee of R150 - thank you.
