Join us for an opportunity to slow down, unplug and deepen connection to yourself, your loved one, and your togetherness.
By exploring the power of nervous system regulation (through the lens of Polyvagal Theory), this weekend retreat offers the opportunity to learn practices that support creating a safe harbour for each other ― even in turbulent times.
In addition to individual nervous system mapping and shared co-regulation practices, the weekend includes quiet reflection, deep listening, nourishing conversation, simple meals, and time in nature.
Experience the warmth and joy of being fully seen and heard by someone close to you…
Couples of all genders welcome. (Or come with a parent, adult child, sibling or dear friend.) La Solitude offers individual solo cabins, allowing both people space and silence for digesting, resting and reflecting, as well as lots of time for togetherness in the main gathering space!
Registration includes resource sheets and a beautiful activity-based card deck (designed by Heidi) to help you bring the practices home.
Register early as space is limited to 14 cabins (7 pairs).
DETAILS AND REGISTRATION
https://heartwideopen.ca/retreats/
Facilitated by Heidi Kalyani and Bruce Dienes.
ABOUT US
Bruce and Heidi met in the silence, and have been exploring their shared passion for transformative practices (both contemplative and culture-shifting) ever since.
Bruce is a life-long Quaker. The insights from being steeped in those silence practices have shaped his consulting, teaching and volunteer work, and inspired him to get a Ph.D. in Community Psychology. He creates transformative alternate social spaces using prosocial principles and mindfulness-infused, values-based committed action. His focus is on men’s issues, peer support, community empowerment and organizational effectiveness. He is an adjunct professor of psychology at MSVU.
Heidi is a writer, artist, musician, facilitator, long-time meditator and change-maker. One of her deepest passions is creating nervous system friendly spaces for nourishing and meaningful connection. In addition to her work in the field of embodied leadership, she offers classes and retreats featuring meditative sound journeys, kirtan (chanting) and yoga nidra. She also loves designing, hiking, singing, cooking, and sipping steamy mugs of tea.
Together, they live in a small sunny house in rural Nova Scotia where they pursue a regular practice of co-regulation – with each other and their beloved cat Jackson.
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