An Invitation to Journey Into the Heart
This retreat invites you to come home to yourself, to rest in Stillness, Openness, and Love. Over three days, you’ll have the opportunity to deepen into the truth of your being, experiencing the profound wisdom, beauty, and love of the Heart—of who you truly are.
Through Mouna (noble silence) and embodied presence, we create the conditions to soften layers of tension and distraction, allowing the essence of your being to gently reveal itself. This retreat offers a sacred space to explore the interconnectedness of body, heart, and awareness, cultivating a grounded experience of wholeness and inner peace.
Why Mouna?
Mouna, the practice of silence, is a powerful way to attune to the deeper layers of our being. By setting aside words and external interactions, we create space to listen—to the quiet wisdom of the Heart, the rhythms of the body, and the presence that underlies all experience.
What You’ll Experience
- Silence & Self-Discovery: A quiet, supportive environment—noble silence, no interaction, and contemplative practices to support inner exploration.
- Meditation: Anchored in three foundational attitudes:
1. Awareness of the Heart Centre.
2. Awareness of the natural pauses after inhalation and exhalation.
3. Self-inquiry, using the question: "Who am I?"
- Embodiment Practices: Hatha yoga & somatic practices, pranayama, and guided exercises to help you inhabit your body with presence and ease.
- Integration: A closing sharing circle to reflect on your journey and connect your insights to daily life.
This retreat is open to beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, offering a sanctuary for Stillness and self-discovery, no matter where you are on your path.
Daily Flow
7:00–9:00 AM: Meditation
9:00–10:00 AM: Breakfast
10:00–11:00 AM: Teachings
11:15 AM–1:30 PM: Hatha yoga & Meditation
1:30–3:30 PM: Lunch & Rest
3:30–6:30 PM: Meditation (with breaks)
6:30–7:00 PM: Personal Practice
7:00–8:00 PM: Dinner
8:00–9:30 PM: Q&A / Technique Presentation / Practice
The Practical Details
- Location: Stroud Monastery, surrounded by peaceful bushland (1-hour drive from Newcastle).
- Accommodation: Single basic rooms with shared bathrooms.
- Meals: 3 nourishing vegan meals per day.
- Dates & Cost: Includes 3 nights’ accommodation and all meals.
Why Join This Retreat?
With years of experience guiding silent retreats, I hold a compassionate and supportive space for each participant to feel safe, respected, and seen. This retreat weaves together practices that gently guide you into a deeper connection with yourself—bringing Stillness to the mind, openness to the Heart, and grounded presence to the body.
You’ll leave with a clearer sense of inner spaciousness, connected to the truth of who you are and equipped with practices to sustain this connection in your everyday life.
Practical Information
- To secure your place, a $100 non-refundable deposit is required
- Payment plans are available.
- Full payment is due 14 days prior to the retreat.
Take the Next Step
Let this retreat be a gift to yourself—a space to rest in Stillness, uncover the Heart’s wisdom, and coming home to yourself.
Email me with any questions. Spaces are limited.
“The Heart is the portal to the infinite. Through Stillness, we discover the unshakable ground of our being.”
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellations more than 21 days prior: $100 deposit is non-refundable; balance refunded.
- Cancellations 8–21 days prior: $200 partial refund provided.
- Cancellations within 7 days: No refund, but your place may be transferred.
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