Silent Meditation Retreat
Only in Silence Can the Soul Be Heard
“The journey is not about acquiring something outside yourself. Rather, you are penetrating the layers and veils to return to the deepest truth of your own being.” ~ Ram Dass
Silence is a very powerful tool for deep and lasting transformation.
It offers a spaciousness within our minds, renews health in the body, and can clear blocks to sought-after questions in life. This is for you if you’re ready to take your self-care and meditation practice to new depths. Silent Meditation Retreats can offer real lasting change because they can take you to the source of your heart, life's purpose, and desires. This is a deeply immersive experience and an opportunity to meet yourself with great tenderness exactly as you are.
TBA 2024
This Retreat is by Application Only and is limited to 9 students to maintain a strong container and support from Mandy. Once you’ve completed the application, please wait to hear from Mandy if you’ve been accepted. You will be responded to within 48hrs of receiving your application. After your acceptance, you will have 24hrs to pay your deposit to hold your spot.
“The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, worry about the future, or anticipate troubles, but to live in the present moment wisely and earnestly. . . Live each moment completely and the future will take care of itself. Fully enjoy the wonder and beauty of each moment.”
— Paramahansa Yogananda
YOUR RETREAT INCLUSIONS
Spiritual Workshops (e.g understanding what gets in the way of happiness, improving our relationship to ourselves, and ancient yogic teachings)
Bonfire *as the weather allows
Total Silence for the 2nd/3rd/most of the 4th day. The 1st and last day are normal
Free time for journaling, reading, sitting by the pond, swimming (pool), or walking the trails
Closing Ceremony
Private Accommodations (Private bathroom is optional*)
All Meals (Vegetarian)
All pillows, bed linens, and yoga props
Traditional Opening Ceremony
A Welcome Gift Bag
Meditation Classes (Lightly Guided)
Yoga Nidra Daily
Slow Hatha/Restorative Yoga (to open the body for long sitting)
Mala Making Workshop
Each day has a set itinerary offering a variety of paths to work with calming the mind and soothing any discomforts in the body. Mandy will guide a daily yoga practice woven with gentle asanas and breathwork to support and prepare the body for your seated meditations. Yoga Nidra is given mid-day to rebuild your energy, leaving you refreshed and with a sense of well-being. You will work with the same formal meditation sequence each day and in between classes have time for journaling, connecting with nature and inspiration workshops.
The retreat is designed to create a container, (essentially a very stable environment) where you can feel safe and supported on all levels; emotionally, physically, and energetically. The retreat location (Lotus Heart Centre), is in nature where we can withdraw from the distractions of the world and be surrounded by peaceful views. Your delicious meals are all taken care of, so you can let go of the mundane responsibilities of life and surrender to the experience.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Morning Meditation
Breakfast
Free Time
Yoga Practice
Satsang + Meditation
Lunch + Free Time
Yoga Nidra + Meditation
Free Time /Workshop
Dinner
Satsang + Restorative Yoga
YOUR RETREAT SPACES
Yoga & Meditation
Private Bedrooms
Lotus Heart Center Codrington, On
RETREAT INVESTMENT
Private Bathroom & Bedroom with
Garden View + Private Deck
$1795+tax*
Private Bathroom & Bedroom
with Windows
$1595+tax*
Shared Bathroom & Bedroom
(Guests, must know each other pre-retreat for this selection)
$1449+tax*
*Prices Per Person & are inclusive of your room choice, all meals, activity supplies, and the facilitator fee. Guests are responsible for transport to and from the retreat center.
**A 40% deposit is required to hold your spot and the remaining balance is due 60 days before the retreat date. The deposit is non-refundable.
Payment Plans are available as well as Seva Spots for financial assistance.
Reflections
“ Mandy is a kind, empathetic, relatable teacher that also just brings amazing energy to every session. That intangible feeling of calmness and more that you get in each session alone is enough to bring you back to your senses and the present moment, and from there, it's all awesome. She teaches a variety of methods so you can pick the one that works for you and go deeper with it, and it comes from the root of one of the most enlightened masters I've ever come across, Ramana Maharshi.
All in all, it's a life-changing meditation practice, presented by someone who is firmly of this time and understands what we go through now, makes us laugh, and is just good. If you're reading this and interested, you should certainly just send her a message and see what happens.”
~ Neil V