The worlds needs people who retreat from the world in order to see it more clearly.
— Patrick Chen

 Giving yourself the gift of retreat is no small task.

It is an investment of time, financial resources, and a willingness to engage in silence, stillness, and solitude.

This guide will help you make the most of your investment and support your experience.

Every retreat is a bit different and these tips and instructions will help you whether you are taking one day, a week, or longer away from your regular routine and setting.

Take what is useful and leave what isn't.

This twelve-page guide gives you:

  • how to prepare

  • what to pack

  • schedule ideas

  • how to spend your time well

  • guidance on how to manage the “slow & quiet”

  • how to re-enter and return after your retreat

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