
iRest Yoga Nidra
Deeply restorative guided Yoga Nidra using Richard Miller’s adaptation of the ancient practice, promoting full-body relaxation and mental calm in Quietude’s intimate studio setting in Black Mountain.
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Guided Yoga Nidra rooted in Richard Miller’s iRest adaptation guides a systematic body-scan and breath awareness to elicit deep restorative relaxation, reduce stress, and support gentle somatic rest.

Guided Yoga Nidra rooted in Richard Miller’s iRest adaptation guides a systematic body-scan and breath awareness to elicit deep restorative relaxation, reduce stress, and support gentle somatic rest.
Guided Yoga Nidra rooted in Richard Miller’s iRest adaptation guides a systematic body-scan and breath awareness to elicit deep restorative relaxation, reduce stress, and support gentle somatic rest.

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.

Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.

Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.
Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.

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.

Breath-synced gentle vinyasa in an intimate studio, underscored by live ambient soundscapes and subtle percussion. Candlelit, all levels practice emphasizes mindful breathwork, deep relaxation, and restorative movement for a meditative evening.

Breath-synced gentle vinyasa in an intimate studio, underscored by live ambient soundscapes and subtle percussion. Candlelit, all levels practice emphasizes mindful breathwork, deep relaxation, and restorative movement for a meditative evening.
Breath-synced gentle vinyasa in an intimate studio, underscored by live ambient soundscapes and subtle percussion. Candlelit, all levels practice emphasizes mindful breathwork, deep relaxation, and restorative movement for a meditative evening.

Gentle asana movement focusing on mindful stretching and alignment for all levels in a peaceful lodge setting. Instructor Leslie Temme leads donation based sessions at The Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Gentle asana movement focusing on mindful stretching and alignment for all levels in a peaceful lodge setting. Instructor Leslie Temme leads donation based sessions at The Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.
Gentle asana movement focusing on mindful stretching and alignment for all levels in a peaceful lodge setting. Instructor Leslie Temme leads donation based sessions at The Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

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.

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.
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.

Gentle guided practice with practical integration tools to strengthen the energetic field and soothe the nervous system during the Year of the Fire Horse and eclipse season, with optional shared reflection and weekly support.

Gentle guided practice with practical integration tools to strengthen the energetic field and soothe the nervous system during the Year of the Fire Horse and eclipse season, with optional shared reflection and weekly support.
Gentle guided practice with practical integration tools to strengthen the energetic field and soothe the nervous system during the Year of the Fire Horse and eclipse season, with optional shared reflection and weekly support.
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.

Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.

Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.
Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.

Quiet, grounding sessions of guided meditation, breathwork, and gentle meditative movement. Facilitated peer support and reflective discussion cultivate practical tools for staying centered during stressful times.

Quiet, grounding sessions of guided meditation, breathwork, and gentle meditative movement. Facilitated peer support and reflective discussion cultivate practical tools for staying centered during stressful times.
Quiet, grounding sessions of guided meditation, breathwork, and gentle meditative movement. Facilitated peer support and reflective discussion cultivate practical tools for staying centered during stressful times.
Slow, sensorily rich walks through Kanuga’s mossy woods guide participants in forest bathing, gentle breathwork, and intentional reflection amid dappled light and bird song for reflective morning mindfulness.
Slow, sensorily rich walks through Kanuga’s mossy woods guide participants in forest bathing, gentle breathwork, and intentional reflection amid dappled light and bird song for reflective morning mindfulness.
Slow, sensorily rich walks through Kanuga’s mossy woods guide participants in forest bathing, gentle breathwork, and intentional reflection amid dappled light and bird song for reflective morning mindfulness.

Gentle guided meditation and restorative silence tailored for psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual healers seeking respite, peer connection, and emotional renewal in a quiet lodge setting.

Gentle guided meditation and restorative silence tailored for psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual healers seeking respite, peer connection, and emotional renewal in a quiet lodge setting.
Gentle guided meditation and restorative silence tailored for psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual healers seeking respite, peer connection, and emotional renewal in a quiet lodge setting.

Gentle guided group meditation and reflective sharing for psychotherapists, spiritual healers, social workers, teachers, and bodyworkers seeking restorative peer support and stress relief in a quiet mountain lodge retreat setting.

Gentle guided group meditation and reflective sharing for psychotherapists, spiritual healers, social workers, teachers, and bodyworkers seeking restorative peer support and stress relief in a quiet mountain lodge retreat setting.
Gentle guided group meditation and reflective sharing for psychotherapists, spiritual healers, social workers, teachers, and bodyworkers seeking restorative peer support and stress relief in a quiet mountain lodge retreat setting.

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.

Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.

Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.

Sunlit mountaintop yoga session at a natural vortex in Black Mountain, a micro-retreat blending gentle asana, mindfulness, and nature immersion for all levels in a small outdoor group.

Sunlit mountaintop yoga session at a natural vortex in Black Mountain, a micro-retreat blending gentle asana, mindfulness, and nature immersion for all levels in a small outdoor group.
Sunlit mountaintop yoga session at a natural vortex in Black Mountain, a micro-retreat blending gentle asana, mindfulness, and nature immersion for all levels in a small outdoor group.
Sink into native plant surroundings for a restorative sound bath where resonant tones and gentle guided cues ease the nervous system, blending ambient nature sounds with meditative pacing for deep relaxation.
Sink into native plant surroundings for a restorative sound bath where resonant tones and gentle guided cues ease the nervous system, blending ambient nature sounds with meditative pacing for deep relaxation.
Sink into native plant surroundings for a restorative sound bath where resonant tones and gentle guided cues ease the nervous system, blending ambient nature sounds with meditative pacing for deep relaxation.

Gentle, beginner friendly yoga class focusing on connected breath and intentional movement, followed by mindful meditation and healing sounds from world instruments; props and modifications available at a nonprofit community studio.

Gentle, beginner friendly yoga class focusing on connected breath and intentional movement, followed by mindful meditation and healing sounds from world instruments; props and modifications available at a nonprofit community studio.
Gentle, beginner friendly yoga class focusing on connected breath and intentional movement, followed by mindful meditation and healing sounds from world instruments; props and modifications available at a nonprofit community studio.

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.