Retreat

Unexpected Beauty:

The Hidden Value of Change and Transition

A Weekend Retreat

23 September – 25 September, 2011

with

Reverend Jaganath Carrera

Unexpected Beauty

In life, unexpected and unwelcome change and transitions are unavoidable. While the mind may initially resist change, the soul longs for transformation. The heart of Yoga – of all spirituality – is learning to work with change. Life can be a heaven on earth when we know the secret of working with the unexpected.

We are like the caterpillar whose transformation into a butterfly is not so easy. To transform itself, it needs to let go of the old and familiar. Gradually, it does. And when it does, something wonderful manifests – its true nature as a butterfly.

You will learn how to:

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Unlock the unexpected beauty that lies hidden within the twists and turns that life brings

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Use every event in life as an opportunity for growth

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Recognize and transcend inner blockages to happiness

Reverend Jaganath Carrera, will be our guide to exploring the beauty and hidden value of change and transition, along with other inspiring masterful teachers. Refresh and renew with meditation and Hatha classes, tasty, nutritional vegetarian food and the support of fellow seekers.

Margabandhu Martarano

Meals

Meals are gourmet, organic, lacto-vegetarian. Dairy free and gluten free options will be available at all meals. Those with other special dietary needs, please note on registration application.

Mount Eden Retreat Center

Mount Eden Retreat is a 189 acre hilltop paradise in scenic Warren County, New Jersey. The peaceful natural environment is totally private, with varied terrain which includes secluded fields, woods and meadows. There are huge rock outcroppings, boulders and ridges, a spring-fed pond. Mount Eden Retreat Center is located at 56 Millpond Rd, Washington, NJ.

Accommodations

The retreat cost covers meals, dorm style accommodations, Meditation, Hatha Yoga classes, all workshops and satsangs along with any instructional material handed out. Separate classes will be held, as needed, to accommodate different levels of experience in both Hatha Yoga and Meditation.

To Register

There are two ways to register:

Apply and pay online by credit card via PayPal.

Mail a check (payable to Yoga Life Society) along with your completed application to:

Madhuri Kathy DeJesus

c/o Yoga Life Society

30 Hillside Avenue

Riverdale, NJ 07457

Retreat Cost

$375

Early Bird Discount Available: Save $50

The cost covers accomodations, meals, classes, and any instructional materials that may be handed out. There are no refunds after 1 September. Any refunds given before that date will have a $35 administrative fee deducted. Please plan to stay at the retreat site for the entire program, from 6pm Friday, until 3pm, Sunday.

Schedule

For a copy of the weekend's schedule, please click here.

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