Closer Still is a precious week-long residential opportunity in the wilds of Dartmoor to explore the true nature and felt-sense of Presence - to start close-in to yourself - and closer still - to start here - waking up in and as embodied reality and living this present moment. <3
“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing,
there is a field. I’ll meet you there.
When the soul lies down in that grass,
the world is too full to talk about.
Ideas, language, even the phrase “each other”
doesn’t make any sense.
The breeze at dawn has secrets to tell you.
Don’t go back to sleep.
You must ask for what you really want.
Don’t go back to sleep.
People are going back and forth across the doorsill
where the two worlds touch.
The door is round and open.
Don’t go back to sleep.”
~Rumi
This experiential programme uses a combination of self-inquiry, stillness, silence, meditation, movement, paired and group exercises. There may be tears, of course, but the light touch I bring will guarantee laughter too and a rare space of warmth, safety, support and acceptance. So wherever you find yourself on this journey you are very welcome to join me.
I keep my groups small because I am deeply committed to giving everyone the time, attention, and support they need and that is also necessary for this work. If you haven’t worked with me before it’s essential we have at least one individual session together OR attend a weekend workshop to ensure your suitability and capacity for group work.
This retreat is also an opportunity for a total digital detox so please be prepared to complete all work etc beforehand so you’re ready to unplug. I will provide you with a phone number & email for people to contact you in case of an emergency. The only exception to this rule is for those who need to contact small children/sick people/elderly parents etc - but this activity needs to be kept to an absolute minimum.
Financial Investment: Financial Investment: £760 - which includes all accommodation, food and teaching.
Each day runs from 8.30 am - approx 10.30 pm with breaks for lunch and supper.
Location: Brimpts Farm, Dartmeet, Dartmoor PL20 6SG.
Cancellation policy: Once committed (which means you asking to attend and me agreeing and sending you an email confirmation) you can cancel up to six weeks before the Retreat, after this period the full fee will be payable even in the event of failure to attend - unless we can find someone else to take your place.
CONTACT ME HERE TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE - please remember to tell me which event you’d like to participate in.
Timings: To participate in this Retreat you will need to adhere to the arrival and departure times. To create a sense of safety in the group there are no exceptions to this, so please don't ask for one. If your travel is delayed on the day, please contact me asap.
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