Dear friend,
Are you feeling the call to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself and others?
Over the past years, our Wake Up community has been blossoming — not only in hearts, but across the world. This is especially visible during the summer Wake Up retreats in Plum Village, where registration fills up in the blink of an eye. Many of us have met under the French sun, practicing together in mindfulness, joy and deep presence.
And yet… wouldn't it be wonderful to share presence and smiles a little closer to home?
With joy in our hearts, Wake Up Leuven and Wake Up Ghent warmly invite you to the Wake Up Belgium Retreat 2025 — a weekend of shared silence, laughter, breathing, and being. Let us come together in Belgium, in the spirit of Plum Village, to nourish our roots and enjoy the simple miracle of being together.
This weekend is a precious opportunity to enjoy the gentle, nourishing practices of the Plum Village tradition: sitting and walking meditation, mindful eating, deep relaxation, Dharma sharing, and simply being — in stillness and in joy.
Whether you're new to the practice or already familiar, all are welcome.
The retreat is intended for young adults (18–35 years old) connected to Wake Up — but age is not a barrier. If you feel this retreat speaks to your heart, please come as you are.
We will spend two days and two nights together, flowing like a river — steady, joyful, and free. Let’s take this time to wake up together, to the wonders of life and to the deep peace already within us.
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PRACTICAL INFO
📅 Date: 7th – 9th of November
📍 Location: Sint Pauluscentrum Rotselaar (Galgenstraat 36, Rotselaar) – a peaceful, natural setting to support our mindfulness practice
🧘♂️ Arrival: Friday from 17:00
🌅 Departure: Sunday late afternoon
🗣️ The retreat will be guided in English. Translation can be offered if needed.
🌱 A short introduction to the Plum Village tradition can be offered for newcomers on Friday evening.
🍲 All meals and shared lodging are included.
💛 Contribution (dana):
We offer a sliding scale to make the retreat accessible for all:
● Standard contribution: €90
● Reduced: €75 (if you need support)
● Supporter rate: €110 (if you wish to help someone else attend)
📝 Register via:
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Please provide your full name and link to Plum Village; there are no wrong answers!
You’ll receive payment and other information in reply, your registration is confirmed once the full contribution has been received.
Note: places are limited, so don’t wait too long.
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Breathe, you are alive.
Wake up, listen to the bell.
Mindfulness is every step.
With a bow,
The Wake Up Belgium Retreat Team
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