Winter 2015 Programs & Events
One-Day Retreat in Nanaimo
One-Day Retreat: Saturday, January 9, 2016
The Rest Revolution
The Rest Revolution
After the busy holiday season, come luxuriate in a day of rest and rejuvenation in beautiful surroundings, taking time to turn inwards and contemplate dreams and ideas for the year to come. (Journalling is optional.)
We'll have several practices including Restorative and Yoga Nidra: exploring breath and body through gentle, supported postures, mindfulness techniques, and unwinding patterns of stress and holding in the body.
Yoga Nidra is an ancient practice that promotes deep rest in the body, moving through different levels of consciousness with the guided meditation provided by the teacher. Learn skills to find and foster relaxation in the body, leading to lower stress hormone levels, less inflammation in the body and a healthier, calmer life. Deep intention-setting is also incorporated into this practice, planting the seeds for lasting growth and change.
Walking meditation will also be encouraged in the lovely surroundings, along the shores of Westwood Lake and the centre's labyrinth.
The retreat will include a nourishing lunch. Tea and snacks will also be available throughout the day.
Location: Bethlehem Retreat Centre, 9-4 *
Early bird: $99 before December 9, 2015.
Regular price: $119 after December 9.
Regular price: $119 after December 9.
Please bring a mat, blankets, bolsters or pillows, and a journal. Warm clothes and an umbrella suggested for walking meditation.
Please contact us for more details. If visiting Nanaimo and looking for accommodation options, please contact Julie: 250-667-4046 or [email protected]
(*Option to stay overnight at the Bethlehem Centre to be arranged directly with the Centre - 250-754-3254.)