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SUMMARY:3 Day Silent Meditation Retreat with Amrit Saraswati and Scott Connor
DESCRIPTION:Join Amrit and Scott for an inner journey to discover the beauty of silence and explore the Self through various yogic techniques and meditation practices. \nThe retreat will be held at the stunning Mana Retreat Centre\, which is nestled in the luxuriant bush covered hills of the Coromandel with views out over the sea and islands. The warm\, welcoming\, natural atmosphere supports individual learning and renewal. \n\nThe Yogic Way of Meditation \nContrary to what many people think\, meditation is not passive nor is it about having an empty mind. Instead\, it is about self-exploration and allowing our innermost being to express itself. \nIn this yogic tradition\, we utilise breath awareness\, mantras (sacred sounds)\, charkas (energy centres) and energy pathways to develop subtle awareness and penetrate the deeper layers of our mind. \nRather than viewing our thoughts and emotions as distractions\, we work with what is and embrace the total spectrum of our inner experience with self-compassion and kindness. This eventually leads us to discover our true nature – the treasure within. \n  \n\nThe Programme \nWe offer a well-structured programme that creates balance between stillness and movement. Each day is woven together by: \n– Sitting and Walking Meditation\n– Hatha Yoga (asana\, pranayama\, mudra and bandha)\n– Yoga Nidra (guided relaxation)\n– Chanting\n– Group Discussions\n– Time to rest and connect with nature\n– Use of Sauna and Bush Bath \nThe retreat is suitable for beginners as well as experienced practitioners. \n  \n\nSilence \nSilence\, a spiritual practice in itself\, enables us to internalise and supports a deeper kind of nourishment. In a silent and meditative environment\, the body relaxes\, awareness sharpens\, and space opens for hidden impressions to release and insights to develop. Silence allows us to slow down and be truly present with our senses and the world around us. \nSilence will be observed from Friday until the end of the retreat. You will have opportunities to ask questions and share your experience during group discussions. \n\nWhat others say about this retreat: \n“Every person I met at the retreat had some need for tender care. And the land\, the staff\, the teachers and the teaching shared\, do just that. They create the conditions for you to open up to healing.” – Francesca Bacci \n“The structure of the meditation retreat was a well thought out balance between movement and stillness which allowed for a smooth transition from daily life into peacefulness and relaxation.” – Fay \n“Silent Meditation Retreats have been more healing and revealing than any other ‘personal growth initiative’ I have undertaken…Each retreat has strengthened the relationship with myself.” – Sarah \n\nIntroducing\nThe Teaching Team \nAmrit Saraswati \n \nAmrit is a dedicated student and teacher of yoga and meditation. She completed her first yoga teacher training with Ashram Yoga in 2012 and has been learning\, deepening and sharing traditional yoga practices in various retreat centre’s around New Zealand for the last decade. \nShe has been offering Silent Meditations Retreats for the last 10 years and is passionate about the transformation and growth it inspires in people. She teaches with compassion\, authenticity and humility. Her calm and concise teaching allows people to go deep within themselves and have their own unique experience. \n\nFor any enquiries\, please get in touch with Amrit at 108hariaum@gmail.com \n \n 
URL:https://manaretreat.com/event/3-day-silent-meditation-retreat-with-amrit-saraswati/
LOCATION:Mana Retreat Centre\, 608 Manaia Road\, State Highway 25\, RD1\, Coromandel\, 3581\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Silent Retreat
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