go on a spiritual retreat

There is a monthlong meditation workshop I would like to attend. It takes place every year in Nepal. I’ve visited the monastery and it’s amazing. Once I pay my debt down and finish my degree I will be free to go.

I need to do this…

Gotta do this.

If I have to do it myself I will.

I am at this point in my life where I have time and no job and a little money and am completely clueless about my next steps. I have been thinking of going to a retreat or even studying in a spiritual setting for a month or too.

Any suggestions would be great.

I just recently went on a retreat with the hindu guru Amma in Puyallup, and it was really great. No matter what your creed is, really consider going on one. Even if you don’t have some epiphany, its still amazingly fun and totally worth doing.

I guess you could say I’m more curious than anything. After the past couple of years, I think any kind of event that gets me back in touch with myself would be beneficial. I don’t really know where to start, but I’m going to keep my eyes open.

Ever since I got to Seattle, I’ve taken a personal retreat once every three to four months. My first one was in the Westin Hotel in downtown Seattle; this was completely plush and fancy. My most recent one was in the basement of a good friend of mine, after all the furniture had been moved out. I’ve also rented a condo next to Mt. Hood, and at some point I want to rent a cabin by a river.

I totally look forward to my retreats, and I definitely think one is due. My retreats tend to be more effective when I actually rent a place out or go somewhere away from home. I figure sometime in the next month I will go on a personal retreat, but I’m not really sure where.

there’s nothing like being in the presence of spirit with likeminded folks…whatever that community means for you.

i’d encourage everyone to do this at least once…whether it’s a yoga weekend, church revival, or whatever else.

Not exactly what I had in mind, but it will definitely lay a foundation for me to begin. My University (a private Catholic school) offers silent weekend retreats. I found one that is offered this year that follows the 12 step program of AA. I’m not an alcoholic, but I’ve overcome addictions in my life and I think the religious aspect of a retreat will help enlighten me, as well as provide appreciation for those who have overcome similar situations.