Spiritual Awakening & Growth

Finding Balance Through Detachment Definitely, on retreat, we work with great diligence on the hindrances of attachment and desire, which are two terms translated from ancient wisdom traditions that often confuse modern Western students. Markedly, this article aims to briefly clarify [...]

Change is Inevitable, Embrace It It is an old cliché that “the only thing that stays the same is change.” It may be overused, but only because it is true. While many things may appear unchanging, a closer look reveals otherwise. The [...]

What Does Being Present Mean Again and again, we hear wisdom traditions ask us to “be present,” but what does this really mean? Often we associate this with lovely and nice things. Such as, taking a vacation, hanging out with the [...]

Most people book a spiritual retreat expecting a break from stress. They imagine a few days of peace, beautiful scenery, healthy meals, and a chance to recharge before returning to normal life. While relaxation is certainly part of the experience, it [...]

In the English language, the word “judgment” carries many different connotations. It can hold a sharp, negative flavor, evoking the image of someone constantly asserting superiority over others. Or it can carry a profoundly positive weight, rooted [...]

What is Spiritual Awakening? The journey of spiritual awakening begins with an opening and shifting of perspective. It isn’t the same for everyone, and the path is rarely a straight line. Spiritual awakening is the process of becoming more aware [...]