Relax, Refresh and Reconnect

This three day retreat for educators is deeply nourishing and connecting. Guided mindfulness and compassion practices are at the heart of the retreat, we will also spend time in silence, and in learning, reflecting, and sharing. This is a wonderful way to celebrate the conclusion of the school year, and gather inspiration and support for the Summer break.

• Relax and unwind with body-based practices
• Refresh the senses with ikebana, mindful listening, mindful walking and movement
  Review which well-being practices work personally and professionally, share our stories – our challenges and accomplishments
• Reconnect with our good heart: “Widen our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures, and the whole of nature in its beauty” (Einstein)

For whom
This retreat is suitable for all those working with and caring for young people – educators, teachers, lecturers, parents, counsellors,…

Schedule details

Tuesday: Relax and unwind, Refresh the senses

• welcome and introduction
• relaxation and awareness of the body
• aspirations for self and others
• sensory walk
• self-care and well-being: what is currently supporting us
• ikebana flower arranging
• core values and purpose, mindful listening
• mindfulness and awareness in daily life, mindful mandarin
• gratitude and joy

Wednesday: Respond to emotions with kindness

• Body, Breath, Being: mindful movement, mindful breathing, mindful sitting
• recognising emotions in the body
• meeting difficulty with curiosity and kindness, R.A.I.N. practice
• expressing emotions through spontaneous calligraphy
• sensory walk
• recognising thoughts in the mind, ‘Mind in the Jar’
• recognising emotions in others
• being a good friend to myself, the power of self-compassion
• emotional intelligence, deep listening, communicating in challenging situations
• sharing well-being practices with young people
• compassionate presence, loving kindness practice for self and others

Thursday: Reconnect with our good heart

• Body, Breath, Being: mindful movement, mindful breathing, mindful sitting
• empathy and compassion, ‘Just Like Me’
• sharing well-being practices with young people
• a workable plan for continuing, with purpose and joy
• mindful chocolate & conclusion

Location

The retreat will be held in our clifftop shrine room, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering spectacular ocean views.

Catering

Vegetarian lunches and evening meals are provided as part of your fee.