A rejuvenating retreat experience, set in Cougal, Northern NSW (2 hrs from Brisbane) combining a study of the 5 elements of nature with gentle yoga, meditation and qi gong to develop a more holistic sense of who we are as individuals in relation to nature and other living beings.
Throughout the ages people have retreated from their everyday worlds in order to create space and time to engage with their deepest sense of Self for the purpose of rejuvenation and renewal. Taking time to retreat from the external world and enter the heart, reminds us of the steadying presence of that which is constant.
The immersion style schedule of the retreat can be used according to the needs of the individual. The morning study session and the afternoon nature excursions introduce the five element framework as a way to observe how the energies of nature influence our experience as individuals living on earth. These sessions alone provide all of the information needed to apply these principles of holistic understanding to the way you live your life.
Each day of the retreat begins with a yoga session which supports the study of the days element focus. This is followed by breakfast and a morning study class on the elements. Qi gong exercises for each element are included as part of the study focus which help to integrate the teachings at every level. Lunch follows and after this a nature excursion can be taken to observe the elements as they appear in the natural environment.
The afternoon session includes quiet time outdoors for individual reflection and journal work. Specific contemplation for each element is provided to aid you to integrate your personal insights. In the late afternoon another yoga session is available with a more restorative style focus. After dinner we have a talking circle time for those who want to share as part of a group process. Everybody is invited to take each day as it comes and to consider how you wish to participate in all or part of this schedule.
Please visit the website http://www.elementalspirit.co.nz and see Introduction, Spiritual retreat, Testimonials and 'Nature Speaks' slideshow to give you more information on the context and content of this experience.
For more information about the accommodation arranged exclusively for the retreat please visit http://www.sinecera.org.au .
