"The beauty of the Earth is the bell of mindfulness" - Thich Nhat Hanh
Spend an afternoon nourishing your body, mind and spirit at this half-day silent retreat. Together we will practice nature-centered meditation and embodiment, while building community and sharing about our experiences.
Participants will be invited to connect with nature in a new and ancient way by reawakening their senses to the wonder and beauty that surround them. We will also turn inward to see how nature is reflected in our own being, and tap into the joy, belonging and awe that are our birthright.
No meditation experience is required; only a willingness to stay curious, attentive, and open to Being in a new way.
Participants will spend the day in Noble Silence, with the exception of Question and Comment circles and discussion groups. Silence will conclude toward the end of the retreat and participants will have the opportunity to connect and share.
We will gather together from 11:00-11:30am in O'Fallon Park, a short drive into the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Our site is less than a mile walk from the parking lot. Elevation gain is slight, but wheelchair access is likely very challenging as it is a forest trail.
A recommended gear list will be provided upon registration. Please plan to bring your own water and lunch.
About the facilitator: Alex Julie is a teacher in training with Mark Coleman's acclaimed Awake in the Wild program. He is a director of The Mind Body Ecology Institute, and is trained in EcoDharma, yoga, and regenerative economics.