Breaking Through:

"Can we begin to restore the health and integrity of the local earth? Not without restorying the local earth." _~ David Abram

We have always lived by a story that told us how we got here, why we are here, and what God and the Universe were up to. Today, the old stories of our separation from nature, of body from mind, of spirit from matter, and of human superiority and domination, have brought us to a place where Earth and culture are unraveling. New stories (with ancient roots) of connection, humility, and mystery are emerging as shoots of green break through the crust of winter.

We are living in a time between stories - a time of Restorying. In this retreat we explore this in-between realm -- letting go of old story, abiding in the unknowing, searching for hints and glimpses of emerging new story, and committing to live it.

To cultivate new story for ourselves as individuals and members of a planetary community, we will:

• immerse ourselves again in the body and spirit of Earth by wandering solo on the land, to listen to the stories that meadow and creek, hawk and snake, ancient rocks and trees tell us -- these guardians and guides to the wildness and imagination of the Earth;
• reconnect with our own bodies, coming home to ourselves through the practice of yoga, the in-breath of listening, the threshold of allowing, and the out-breath of releasing. Our body wisdom helps us to invite, cultivate, and welcome new story;
• explore the inner world of myth, of archetype and nighttime dream, writing and sharing stories of what we hear; and
• gather to share stories and for movement and ceremony, and delicious, vegetarian home-cooked meals.

Note: Yoga sessions are designed for mixed levels; novices and beginners are welcome.

Wellspring Conference Center is set in the beauty of Dayspring - 200+ acres of woodlands, meadows, ponds and stream valleys, with a permaculture market garden and silent retreat center, and located in Maryland, less than 20 miles from Washington, DC. The retreat begins with supper at 6 pm on Friday, and concludes with lunch on Sunday. The fee includes lodging, meals and program. To reserve your place, register with a $125 deposit. You may also choose to pay the full fee now.

Fee: 
$290 - Single Room
$250 - Double Room

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