Main Campus, West Hartford
Introduction to Meditation: Becoming Present
With Sandrine Harris
Mindfulness is a way of learning to relate directly to whatever is happening in your life. It is a way of taking charge of your life, a way of doing something for yourself that no one else can do for you – consciously and systematically working with your own stress, pain, illness, and the challenges […]
7 Day Mindfulness Challenge: The Power of the Present Moment
With Amanda Votto
Mindfulness is a way of learning to relate directly to whatever is happening in your life. It is a way of taking charge of your life, a way of doing something for yourself that no one else can do for you – consciously and systematically working with your own stress, pain, illness, and the challenges […]
Breath, Body and Brain: The Science of Mindfulness
With Vamsi Koneru
IDEAL FOR: Beginners "Breath, Body and Brain: The Science of Mindfulness" is a highly experiential day retreat inviting you to delve into the depths of your mind and body as we explore the profound effects of mindfulness on the brain and well-being. Through a blend of meditation practices, scientific insights, and group discussions, participants will […]
Deepening Your Meditation Practice
With Kathy Simpson
Ideal for Intermediate-Advanced You may have just completed MBSR, or perhaps you’ve been meditating for months or even years. You appreciate how powerful mindfulness and meditation can be, but how do you take your practice to the next level? In this course, we will explore ways to reach new depths in meditation based on Buddhist […]
Mindful Eating for Better Living: A Partially Silent Five-Night Retreat
With Marianela Medrano
In this warm and welcoming 5-night retreat, we’ll explore mindfulness as a tool to free ourselves from unhealthy eating habits and rediscover a joyful relationship with food and body image. Western culture has an extreme preoccupation with weight, leading many of us to develop unhealthy patterns around food and dieting. Mindful eating offers us a […]
Navigating Transitions: Surfing the Space Between Then and Now | 🌱 A Seeds of Change Fundraiser
With Sharon Gutterman, Ph.D.
We tend to live with the illusion that we can control and predict the narrative of our lives. The perfect job, forever relationships, good health, and we’ll be set for life. The reality is that along life’s continuum, we will all face dozens of disruptors, perhaps daily, requiring a transition that places us in the […]
Zentangle: Express Your Creative Flow
With Heather Wlochowski
Come and discover a tool for self-expression, joy, and tranquility through Zentangle—a meditative art form that combines mindfulness, creativity, and relaxation. This half-day retreat is all about finding the perfect balance between mindfulness and artistic exploration. The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images with structured patterns. No artistic […]
Celebrating the Beauty of Darkness: Mindfulness for BIPOC
With Marianela Medrano
IDEAL FOR: Individuals who identify as BIPOC Join us for a nourishing weekend retreat designed for individuals who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color). Inspired by Zenju Earthlyn Manuel's profound teachings from "Opening to Darkness," this retreat will offer a sacred space to delve into the depths of our beings, honor […]