This 4-night silent retreat, held in a contained and nurturing atmosphere of contemplative silence, provides an opportunity to discover the healing and transformative path of meditation.
Drawing on the practices and wisdom of Buddhist psychology, we will discover ways to free ourselves from our self-critical, perfectionistic conditioning. Through embodied meditations which calm and ground us in the present moment, we will cultivate a foundation of trust, supported by the silence and nature. When we embrace our vulnerability with kind and compassionate awareness, we can connect with that which nourishes and nurtures us, so that we can move beyond fear, shame and self-doubt. Within the spaciousness and safety of the silence, we can discover that the possibility of freedom lies in the very next breath.
This retreat includes sitting and walking meditations, daily sessions of qigong movement meditation, as well as optional gentle yoga and relaxing aromatherapy massages, to enhance the integration of body, heart and mind. There will be short, individual sessions, as well as time for restorative rest and silent walks in the spectacular Welbedacht Nature Reserve, in which The Blue Butterfly is situated.
A pre-retreat individual session is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. The fee for this is R850 for 50 mins, fully covered by medical aid and can be reduced if necessary.
CPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA registered professionals: 30 General CEUs have been granted.
Please Note: To receive CPD points and your certificate(s) this year, there is an annual admin fee of R175 - thank you.
Bookings: sue.stillmind@gmail.com
