BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Stillmind Retreats | Sue Cooper - ECPv6.16.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://stillmindretreats.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Stillmind Retreats | Sue Cooper REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Helsinki BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260612T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260616T113000 DTSTAMP:20260609T094956Z CREATED:20260127T072415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T094956Z UID:12942-1781283600-1781609400@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:WINTER RETREAT: The Deepening of Compassionate Wisdom (Fully booked\, waiting list only) DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/mont-fleur-retreat-june-2026/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Mont-Fleur-April-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260515T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260517T133000 DTSTAMP:20260515T055848Z CREATED:20260127T071947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T055848Z UID:12940-1778866200-1779024600@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:AUTUMN RETREAT: Embracing Change & Loss with Courage and Trust (Fully booked) DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/temenos-retreat-may-2026/ LOCATION:Temenos Retreat Centre\, Corner of Bree and Voortrekker Streets\, McGregor\, Western Cape CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Temenos-Blue-Room.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260410 DTSTAMP:20260327T060956Z CREATED:20251007T093112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T060956Z UID:12766-1775088000-1775779199@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Open the Heart & Still the Mind - The Joy of Courageous\, Heartfelt Presence DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-the-joy-of-courageous-heartfelt-presence-2026/ LOCATION:Buddhist Retreat Centre\, Ixopo\, KwaZulu-Natal\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Sunset-at-BRC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260319T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260322T130000 DTSTAMP:20260316T082849Z CREATED:20260105T061638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T082849Z UID:12901-1773939600-1774184400@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Open the Heart & Still the Mind: Create a Safe & Nourishing Home Within (Fully booked\, waiting list only) DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-create-a-safe-nourishing-home-within/ LOCATION:Emoyeni Retreat Centre\, Magaliesberg Mountains\,\, North West Province\,\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emoyeni-Retreat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260314T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260315T140000 DTSTAMP:20260219T055310Z CREATED:20260105T074801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T055310Z UID:12908-1773480600-1773583200@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Finding Our Still Centre\, Alone & Together DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-finding-our-still-centre-2026/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Mont-Fleur-January-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260124T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260125T110000 DTSTAMP:20251027T160448Z CREATED:20251001T114547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T160448Z UID:12740-1769247000-1769338800@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:Retreat: Welcoming the New Year with Kindness\, Compassion & Appreciative Joy DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-welcoming-the-new-year-with-kindness-compassion-appreciative-joy-2026/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Mont-Fleur-January-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251213T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251218T140000 DTSTAMP:20251202T061647Z CREATED:20250311T103202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T061647Z UID:12336-1765618200-1766066400@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:Retreat: End the Year with Kindness\, Compassion & Appreciative Joy DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-end-the-year-with-kindness-compassion-and-appreciative-joy/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Mont-Fleur-in-Summer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251128T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251130T140000 DTSTAMP:20250804T101339Z CREATED:20250311T102516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T101339Z UID:12333-1764349200-1764511200@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:Retreat: End the Year Calmly with Compassion & Joyful Presence DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-end-the-year-calmly-with-compassion-and-joyful-presence/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Mont-Fleur-January.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251107T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251112T123000 DTSTAMP:20251107T072021Z CREATED:20241220T102251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T072021Z UID:12150-1762536600-1762950600@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Infusing Mindfulness with Metta DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-infusing-mindfulness-with-metta/ LOCATION:Buddhist Retreat Centre\, Ixopo\, KwaZulu-Natal\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/BRC-at-Sunset.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251017 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020 DTSTAMP:20250930T081445Z CREATED:20241220T101930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T081445Z UID:12147-1760659200-1760918399@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:Temenos Spring Weekend Retreat: Courageous & Joyful New Beginnings (Fully booked - waiting list only) DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/temenos-spring-retreat-2025/ LOCATION:Temenos Retreat Centre\, Corner of Bree and Voortrekker Streets\, McGregor\, Western Cape CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Temenos-Prayer-Flags.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250920T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250927T073000 DTSTAMP:20250916T125700Z CREATED:20241220T101026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T125700Z UID:12142-1758391200-1758958200@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Embracing Spring with Metta on the Sacred Mountain (Fully booked\, waiting list only) DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-spring-metta-on-the-sacred-mountain/ LOCATION:Dharmagiri Sacred Mountain Retreat\, near Underberg\, Southern Drakensberg\, KwaZulu-Natal\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Dharmagiri-Heartfelt-Presence.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250830T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250831T163000 DTSTAMP:20250804T101201Z CREATED:20250611T105422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T101201Z UID:12521-1756562400-1756657800@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:Retreat: Welcoming Spring & Joyful New Beginnings DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/welcoming-spring-and-new-beginnings-2025/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Mont-Fleur-Proteas.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250807T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250810T133000 DTSTAMP:20250804T101128Z CREATED:20250515T120148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T101128Z UID:12485-1754587800-1754832600@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Open the Heart & Still the Mind: Embracing Grief & Gratitude with a Compassionate Heart (Fully booked) DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-embracing-grief-gratitude-with-a-compassionate-heart/ LOCATION:Emoyeni Retreat Centre\, Magaliesberg Mountains\,\, North West Province\,\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Emoyeni-Retreat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250725T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250727T140000 DTSTAMP:20250717T143936Z CREATED:20250324T094841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T143936Z UID:12354-1753462800-1753624800@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:Retreat: Rest & Replenish with Compassionate Awareness DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-rest-replenish-with-compassionate-awareness-2025/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Mont-Fleur-Nov-2022.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250624 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630 DTSTAMP:20250514T063820Z CREATED:20240819T151801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T063820Z UID:11940-1750723200-1751241599@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Open the Heart & Still the Mind: Return Home to the Joyful Heart (Volos\, Greece) DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-returning-home-to-the-joyful-heart/ LOCATION:Pelion Homes\, Agios Georgios Nilias\, Volos\, Greece CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/agios_lavrentios.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250523T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250525T140000 DTSTAMP:20250407T092154Z CREATED:20241220T060221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T092154Z UID:12139-1748023200-1748181600@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Open the Heart & Still the Mind: Embracing the Joys & the Sorrows DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-embracing-the-joys-and-the-sorrows/ LOCATION:Temenos Retreat Centre\, Corner of Bree and Voortrekker Streets\, McGregor\, Western Cape CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Temenos-Blue-Room.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250417 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250425 DTSTAMP:20250407T092146Z CREATED:20240719T123753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T092146Z UID:11902-1744848000-1745539199@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Open the Heart & Still the Mind - The Joy of Courageous\, Heartfelt Presence DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-the-joy-of-courageous-heartfelt-presence/ LOCATION:Buddhist Retreat Centre\, Ixopo\, KwaZulu-Natal\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Sunset-at-BRC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250320T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250323T130000 DTSTAMP:20250228T052337Z CREATED:20241118T045830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T052337Z UID:12056-1742490000-1742734800@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Open the Heart & Still the Mind: Infusing Mindfulness with Metta & Compassionate Wisdom DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-infusing-mindfulness-with-metta-compassionate-wisdom-2025/ LOCATION:Emoyeni Retreat Centre\, Magaliesberg Mountains\,\, North West Province\,\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emoyeni-Retreat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250228T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250302T140000 DTSTAMP:20250218T080130Z CREATED:20241212T124954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T080130Z UID:12104-1740762000-1740924000@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Finding Our Still Centre: Create a Safe & Nourishing Home Within DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-finding-our-still-centre/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Mont-Fleur-February.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250125T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250126T110000 DTSTAMP:20241217T063659Z CREATED:20241212T123253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T063659Z UID:12099-1737797400-1737889200@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Welcoming the New Year with Kindness\, Compassion & Appreciative Joy DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-welcoming-the-new-year-with-kindness-compassion-appreciative-joy/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Half-day, Day-long and Family Retreats,Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Mont-Fleur-January.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241214T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241220T140000 DTSTAMP:20240429T084308Z CREATED:20240202T122636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T084308Z UID:11603-1734166800-1734703200@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Ending the Year with Compassion\, Wisdom & Joy DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-ending-the-year-with-compassion-wisdom-joy/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Mont-Fleur-e1477403688921.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241207T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241208T140000 DTSTAMP:20241101T130521Z CREATED:20240202T122405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T130521Z UID:11601-1733562000-1733666400@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Finding a Safe and Joyful Home Within DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-finding-a-safe-and-joyful-home-within-dec-2024/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Mont-Fleur-Valley.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241114 DTSTAMP:20240718T061531Z CREATED:20240202T122009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T061531Z UID:11599-1731024000-1731542399@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Open the Heart & Still the Mind - Infusing Mindfulness with Metta & Compassionate Wisdom DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-infusing-mindfulness-with-metta-compassionate-wisdom/ LOCATION:Buddhist Retreat Centre\, Ixopo\, KwaZulu-Natal\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/BRC-at-Sunset.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241025T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241027T140000 DTSTAMP:20241011T072821Z CREATED:20240202T121259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T072821Z UID:11596-1729875600-1730037600@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: From Courageous & Joyful Presence to Wise Action DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-from-courageous-joyful-presence-to-wise-action/ LOCATION:Temenos Retreat Centre\, Corner of Bree and Voortrekker Streets\, McGregor\, Western Cape CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Temenos-Blue-Room.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240921T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240928T073000 DTSTAMP:20240913T123915Z CREATED:20240202T120051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T123915Z UID:11592-1726938000-1727508600@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Compassionate Listening & Joyful Presence on the Sacred Mountain (Hybrid In-person/Online) DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-compassionate-listening-joyful-presence-on-the-sacred-mountain/ LOCATION:Dharmagiri Sacred Mountain Retreat\, near Underberg\, Southern Drakensberg\, KwaZulu-Natal\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Dharmagiri-Heartfelt-Presence.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240906T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240908T140000 DTSTAMP:20240816T111444Z CREATED:20240202T115321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T111444Z UID:11576-1725642000-1725804000@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Courageous and Joyful New Beginnings DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-courageous-and-joyful-new-beginnings/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Mont-Fleur-Purple-Flowers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240808T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240811T140000 DTSTAMP:20240708T070647Z CREATED:20240202T112225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T070647Z UID:11566-1723136400-1723384800@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Cultivating a Compassionate and Joyful Heart DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-cultivating-a-compassionate-and-joyful-heart/ LOCATION:Emoyeni Retreat Centre\, Magaliesberg Mountains\,\, North West Province\,\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emoyeni-Retreat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240727T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240728T100000 DTSTAMP:20240620T063112Z CREATED:20240619T085805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T063112Z UID:11829-1722072600-1722160800@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Rest & Replenish with Compassionate Awareness DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-rest-replenish-with-compassionate-awareness/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Mont-Fleur-Nov-2022.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240615T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240617T140000 DTSTAMP:20240603T052213Z CREATED:20240202T113310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T052213Z UID:11573-1718442000-1718632800@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Deepening the Compassionate Heart DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-deepening-the-compassionate-heart-2024/ LOCATION:Mont Fleur\, Upper Blaauwklippen Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Mont-Fleur-April-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240510T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240512T133000 DTSTAMP:20240425T083023Z CREATED:20240425T071345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T083023Z UID:11746-1715362200-1715520600@stillmindretreats.com SUMMARY:RETREAT: Open the Heart & Still the Mind: The Joy of Compassionate\, Heartfelt Presence DESCRIPTION:This popular\, Easter long-weekend Open the Heart and Still the Mind Compassion Retreat with clinical psychologist Sue Cooper\, is held in Noble Silence and is offered either as a 4 night retreat or as an extended 7 night retreat. Inspired by wisdom teachings\, mindfulness\, metta & compassion practices of the Dharma and transformative insights from Buddhist and western psychology\, we will establish a safe home within through calming the nervous system and integrating body\, heart and mind. As we learn to listen and connect more compassionately with ourselves\, we will discover that the containment of shared\, nourishing silence allows us to find the courage to honour and embody our authentic\, heartfelt presence with greater confidence\, clarity and joy. \nAs we embrace the joys and the sorrows of life with a greater understanding of impermanence\, we move beyond fear\, shame and debilitating self-doubt. After establishing some stillness and calm in the mind and the heart\, we will explore the Brahma viharas (the four divine abodes/ immeasurables) to cultivate greater kindness\, courage and compassion for ourselves and others. These compassion practices bring more appreciative joy\, equanimity and wisdom into our lives\, strengthening our capacity for more open-hearted presence and healthier boundaries in our relationships. This silent retreat\, suitable for beginners & experienced practitioners\, includes inspiring teachings\, guided & silent meditations\, poetry\, daily qigong and time to walk\, rest and replenish. Short\, individual sessions with Sue are offered to deepen our insight and sense of well-being. There will be relaxing massages and mindful movement available as optional extras (the cost of which to be confirmed)\, to support our embodied experience. \nPlease note: There is a teacher's fee for this retreat\, which is offered on a sliding scale\, with reductions and payment plans on request. \nA 30-50 minute pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The fee for this will be the 30-50 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if you are not on medical aid. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. \nCPD accreditation for psychologists and other HPCSA (or equivalent) registered professionals will be offered\, with an annual admin fee tbc. \nBookings: bookings@brcixopo.co.za (and cc admin@stillmindretreats.com) and please see here for pricing information for the accommodation\, which is booked directly with the BRC. \nTeacher Dana guideline to follow. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Total Cost: Accommodation paid to the BRC plus Teacher’s fee/dana paid to Sue \nAccommodation rates as per the accommodation options on The Buddhist Retreat Centre website (please see here for pricing information for the Accommodation options). \nTeacher’s fee/dana:\nThis retreat is offered on a donation-based sliding scale. Whilst the full and higher fees are greatly appreciated\, the reductions and a payment plan allows this event to be more accessible. Please choose the amount that you can manage and would like to offer either for the 4 nights or the full 7 nights\, and feel free to contact me if you have financial constraints: \nDana guideline for Teacher's Fee: \n2 - 6 April: \nR5000/4500/R4000/R3500/R3000/R2500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit). Further reductions and payment plan on request if needed \n2 - 9 April: \nR8000/R7500/R7000/R6500/R6000/R5500/R5000/R4500 (R2500 of which is a non-refundable deposit) Further reductions and payment plans available on request if needed. \nAlthough the full fee is always greatly appreciated\, the reductions are offered to make this event more accessible and further reductions and payment plans are always available on request. \nDana can be offered in installments to the following account: \nAccount Name: Stillmind Retreats\nBank: First National Bank\nAccount Number: 63069443760\nBranch Code: 210835\nSwift Code: FIRNZAJJ\nReference: Your name & surname & BRC \nPlease email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com \nOptional Extras:\nMassages: costs TBC\n1hr Full body Massage\n30 min Back Massage\n1 hr head and reflexology combo \nMindful Movement/Yoga: To be confirmed \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Click to book URL:https://stillmindretreats.com/event/retreat-the-joy-of-compassionate-heartfelt-presence/ LOCATION:Temenos Retreat Centre\, Corner of Bree and Voortrekker Streets\, McGregor\, Western Cape CATEGORIES:Residential Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stillmindretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Temenos-Sue-Cooper-Portrait.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR