
Deepening Practice Retreat
Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.
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Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.
Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.
Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.

Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.

Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.
Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.

Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.
Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.

Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.
Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking in a lay Buddhist sangha — 10:00–11:30 schedule includes two sit periods, a walking interval, and brief sharing; dana donations welcomed in a quiet mountain lodge setting.

Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.

Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.
Quiet mantra practice led by David, with over 50 years' experience, combining silent sits, continuous mantra technique, mindful walking, and group sharing with Q&A; drop-ins welcome and donations accepted.

Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.

Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.
Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.

Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.

Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.
Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.
Deep contemplative practice in the Celtic tradition attuning participants to the living, vital natural world and the presence of the Holy; Simon de Voil leads guided nature based rituals and silent prayer at Kanuga.
Deep contemplative practice in the Celtic tradition attuning participants to the living, vital natural world and the presence of the Holy; Simon de Voil leads guided nature based rituals and silent prayer at Kanuga.
Deep contemplative practice in the Celtic tradition attuning participants to the living, vital natural world and the presence of the Holy; Simon de Voil leads guided nature based rituals and silent prayer at Kanuga.

Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.

Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.
Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.

Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.

Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.
Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.
Quiet, guided forest bathing among mature pines and rhododendrons, blending gentle movement, deep breathwork, and mindful sensory awareness for a restorative afternoon of nature immersion.
Quiet, guided forest bathing among mature pines and rhododendrons, blending gentle movement, deep breathwork, and mindful sensory awareness for a restorative afternoon of nature immersion.
Quiet, guided forest bathing among mature pines and rhododendrons, blending gentle movement, deep breathwork, and mindful sensory awareness for a restorative afternoon of nature immersion.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.
Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.

Gentle 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and community Q&A with a brief break; sessions include beginner instructions and hybrid in-person/online attendance, starting promptly at 7:00 PM.

Gentle 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and community Q&A with a brief break; sessions include beginner instructions and hybrid in-person/online attendance, starting promptly at 7:00 PM.
Gentle 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and community Q&A with a brief break; sessions include beginner instructions and hybrid in-person/online attendance, starting promptly at 7:00 PM.

Guided intuitive development practices and energy sensing exercises in a small group circle for beginners and experienced practitioners, focusing on psychic skills, meditation, and embodied awareness with breathwork.

Guided intuitive development practices and energy sensing exercises in a small group circle for beginners and experienced practitioners, focusing on psychic skills, meditation, and embodied awareness with breathwork.
Guided intuitive development practices and energy sensing exercises in a small group circle for beginners and experienced practitioners, focusing on psychic skills, meditation, and embodied awareness with breathwork.

Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.

Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.

Slow guided sensory immersion practices to regulate the nervous system and reweave mind and body connection through breath, touch, and focused awareness; trauma informed somatic exercises aimed at grounding and disrupting stress driven pattern loops.

Slow guided sensory immersion practices to regulate the nervous system and reweave mind and body connection through breath, touch, and focused awareness; trauma informed somatic exercises aimed at grounding and disrupting stress driven pattern loops.
Slow guided sensory immersion practices to regulate the nervous system and reweave mind and body connection through breath, touch, and focused awareness; trauma informed somatic exercises aimed at grounding and disrupting stress driven pattern loops.

Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.

Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.
Softly guided grounding meditation and sharing circle aligned with the New Moon for intention setting and manifestation. Inclusive sacred space for all genders to pause, reflect, and co-create monthly intentions.

Deep guided shamanic journeying to meet spirit guides in the lower, middle, and upper worlds, strengthening the multidimensional muscle through communal ritual, gentle trance states, and reflective integration.

Deep guided shamanic journeying to meet spirit guides in the lower, middle, and upper worlds, strengthening the multidimensional muscle through communal ritual, gentle trance states, and reflective integration.
Deep guided shamanic journeying to meet spirit guides in the lower, middle, and upper worlds, strengthening the multidimensional muscle through communal ritual, gentle trance states, and reflective integration.

Hands on plant magic and herbalism workshop blending seasonal plant medicine, outdoor ritual, and nature based witchcraft practices; experiential immersion suited for beginners seeking forest based craft, ceremonial practice, and practical herbal skills.

Hands on plant magic and herbalism workshop blending seasonal plant medicine, outdoor ritual, and nature based witchcraft practices; experiential immersion suited for beginners seeking forest based craft, ceremonial practice, and practical herbal skills.
Hands on plant magic and herbalism workshop blending seasonal plant medicine, outdoor ritual, and nature based witchcraft practices; experiential immersion suited for beginners seeking forest based craft, ceremonial practice, and practical herbal skills.