Mindful Communication - A Weekend Mindfulness & Meditation Retreat
Friday September 24, 6 PM— to Sunday September 26, 1:30 pm, 2010
This retreat is led by Wayne C. Allen
and Darbella MacNaughton.
They have been working with individuals
and couples as therapists, trainers, and guides, since 1986.
This Weekend Retreat provides you with a great opportunity to explore how you create the drama of suffering, (and how to release it,) while at the same time developing presence, and contentment by developing (or deepening) a real meditation practice.
Our topic for this retreat is, "Mindful Communication."
We'll be looking at the difference between "political" and "personal" relationships (hint: confusion in this area is the cause of many communication problems—especially at work!) We will explore The Phoenix Centre's resetting of the traditional Communication Model. And we'll give you opportunities to ask questions and practice!
In keeping with Phoenix Centre philosophy, this retreat will be hands-on, and a perfect melding of Eastern and Western practices. Darbella and Wayne will teach you techniques designed to get you into your body, and then will shift the focus to the topic chosen for reflection. Each time we run this Retreat, we'll be updating the topic.
These two approaches—of exploration and practical experience, will be interwoven, so that you become both clear,aware and grounded.
You'll learn how to make your
body, mind, and spirit work together,
while exploring your options
for elegant, focussed, and liberated living.
Here's a look at what the retreats are about
Comments from participants
"I just wanted to share how much my partner and I enjoyed your weekend retreat. It gave us time to BE together, share in meditative experiences and open ourselves to new possibilities. The food was exceptional, the trails were pure joy and the energy from the group was calming and relaxing. We can't wait to sign up for the next one!"
-- Susan Seitz
artist/photographer
Very comfortable facilities, great grounds, wonderful food, and even better conversation. Opportunities to learn about and practice medication throughout a nicely paced weekend.
-- Wendy Foster
A unique opportunity to learn about Mindful Meditation, in a relaxed setting whilst enjoying fantastic food and fellowship amongst the participants - refreshing and invigorating!
-- James Houghton
Wow! What a fabulous weekend. Everything was perfect--the weather, the location, the food, the company, the dialogue ... I would love to attend another one in the future. It was really good to do something was just for me. Many, many thanks Dar and Wayne.
-- Carol Watson
Our key activities for the weekend:
1) The active exploration of grounded, centered meditation, body movement, (Qi Gong, body flexibility exercises, and walking meditation), Body and Breathwork techniques, and Zen-based Mindfulness approaches to living life fully and deeply.
2) A guided exploration of communication theory, from a practical perspective. Learn to identify how you "hook" yourself, and then discover ways to let go, and return to appropriate communication.
You will learn:
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• How to Meditate Mindfully, creating inner peace and tranquility. • How to Identify and Release Stress in your Body, using: • Qi Gong techniques—Develop and strengthen your Qi, as a healing, calming, and meditative force. • Focussed stretching—a form of yoga designed to open the body and free your energy. • Breathwork—how to use breath for healing and relaxation. • Bodywork—how to read your body's holding patterns. You’ll learn to adjust your body to compensate for injuries, and to reset yourself to "neutral." |
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• How to Understand and Focus Your Mind, by examining your life as it is. • Methods for elegant and clear communication. • How to "Let go" of patterned ways of thinking and communicating.. • How to Communicate with yourself and others in a clear, honest way. |
Date: Friday September 24, 6 PM— to Sunday September 26, 1:30 pm, 2010
Cost: $275.00 (includes HST)
-- includes retreat, meals and lodging (see below)
Location: The House of the Prophet
Crieff Hills Community
7098 Concession 1
R.R. # 2
Puslinch, ON N0B 2J0
This retreat is limited to 8 participants
To register, call 519-208-1924 or
click to use our "Info" form to send an e-mail
~~ Please note: the retreat is being held at Crieff Hills Community, a retreat centre owned and operated by the Presbyterian Church in Canada. As such, no alcohol or other "substances" are allowed.
~~ The property is huge, and has amazing hiking trails.
~~ The House of the Prophet is a rustic log building that sleeps 12 in 3 rooms (2 bunk beds per room.)
~~ We will be providing your meals, from supper Friday, through lunch Sunday.
Dietary restrictions or vegetarian meals can be accommodated with advance notice.
For more info on the accommodations, drop me a line, and I'll fill you in.
I also encourage you to click here to go to the Crieff Hills Website.
