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Embrace Stillness: Experience Our 3-Day Silent Retreat

3rd -7th April or 3rd -9th April

This retreat is a gentle introduction to silence and its countless gifts.
During the 3 days of silence we will observe mauna (sacred silence), though you will be able to read and write if you wish to.
I will be offering guidance and different meditation methods throughout the retreat.

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RETREAT SCHEDULE

Friday 3pm Arrivals
Opening circle, introductions and guidelines
6pm Dinner
7pm Beginning of Mauna (noble silence)

Saturday 6.30am Wake up
7am Morning practice including meditation and Hatha Yoga – guided by me
9am Breakfast
10.30am Spiritual lecture followed by meditation
1pm Lunch
4pm Spiritual lecture followed by meditation
6pm Dinner
7pm Anonymous Q&A followed by meditation

Sunday and Monday will be structured in the same way.

Monday 6pm End of Mauna
Opportunity to share about our experience in silence
7pm Dinner

Tuesday
The morning practice will be the same as on the other days (rising in silence)
10.30am Integration, swimming and packing
12pm Departure

A group of people doing yoga on the ground.

TOPICS OF SPIRITUAL LECTURES

Sankalpa – the importance of intention

The role of the body on our spiritual journey

Emotions and the mind in meditation

The role of the breath

The 5 hindrances in Buddhism

The 7 factors of awakening in

Buddhism

Cultivating mindfulness in daily life

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MEDITATION METHODS

Body scan and breath awareness

Metta Meditation

Capturing the uncaught mind

Tibetan buddhist practice

Tonglen

Sufi practice Blowing on the embers of the heart

Mantra and Japa Mala meditation

Open concept mediation

Self-inquiry

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Q&A

There will be a box where you will be able to leave your written questions, which I will answer every evening before meditation.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

This program is appropriate for all, whether you have been meditating for years or you haven’t started yet, All are welcome.
If you are interested but the price is an obstacle please get in touch to speak about options.

This retreat is appropriate for All, whether you have been meditating for years or you haven’t started yet.

Anyone longing for rest

Anyone curious about silence as a spiritual practice

Anyone feeling called to join even if it feels intimidating

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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM?

4 nights at Solarte EcoLodge

Dinner on the first night and breakfast on the last morning

3 vegetarian meals per day

Meditation and yoga practices

ARRIVAL INFORMATION

A boat will be organised for all participants to leave Isla Colon at 2.30pm on Friday.
Another boat will be planned for Tuesday at 12pm.
This will have a cost of $10 p/person

FOOD

Food will be vegetarian, mostly organic and locally sourced.
Meals will be served in a buffet style so each person can serve themselves and eat wherever they wish to eat.

PRODUCE

Experience the joy of farm-to-table living as our bountiful gardens yield a diverse array of fruits, super greens, and root vegetables.
From bananas to avocados, pineapples to turmeric, our meals are a celebration of the island’s abundant harvest.
To enhance this gastronomic journey, we are in the process of setting up our own hydroponic systems for microgreens and more. Our commitment to sustainability extends to sourcing locally and seasonally, ensuring each bite is a harmonious fusion of flavors and ethics.

MEALS

We will be providing breakfast lunch and dinner as well as herbal tea every day.
The food will be organic, gluten free and vegan for the most part.
The food will be sattvic to support us on our meditation and learning journey

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

It is of crucial importance to me to make my offerings accessible to as
many people as possible so there are a few accommodation options which vary in price.

PRICES

All prices include:
Accommodation, food and all practices in the retreat.

$450 to $650

depending on your choice of accommodation.
Please see options below.

PAYMENT PLANS

Please be informed that you can pay a deposit of $100 and then pay in monthly instalments

ARACARI LODGE

Discover Aracari Lodge, a 600 sq. ft. dorm-style jungle home.
This shared room has 2 single beds below, 2 full baths, and a cozy sitting area downstairs + an airy loft holds 3 single beds.

A wooden building with a door and windows.

A room with wood floors and wooden walls.

A room with three beds and wooden floors

A bathroom with blue walls and white toilet.

A wooden table and bench on the porch of a house.

A porch with two blue chairs and a table.

PRICE

$450

Step onto your 200 sq. ft. private deck with a tea/coffee wet bar, overlooking
the jungle. Experience shared cabin living with a touch of natural luxury at its heart.

OROPENDOLA LODGE

Discover Oropendola Lodge, a spacious 600 sq. ft. shared cabin nestled in
nature.
This option has 2 single beds, 2 full baths, and a cozy sitting area below.
Ascend to the loft with 3 more single beds.

Two blue chairs on a porch with trees in the background.

PRICE

$450

Step onto the 200 sq. ft. private deck, sip from the tea/coffee wet
bar, and immerse yourself in lush jungle views. Experience shared
living in tranquil luxury.

COLIBRI

Discover Colibri, a cozy 200 sq. ft. sanctuary with shared bathroom
facilities.
This option has two bedrooms – one with two single beds and the other with a full-size bed, providing a comfortable shared living experience.

A wooden house with stairs going up to it.

A wooden deck with a railing and a view of trees.

A bed room with a blue wall and wooden floor

A bed room with a white and blue bedspread

PRICE

Single Bed
$450
Private Double Bed
$500

Step onto the 145 sq. ft. private balcony that opens up to
captivating jungle vistas, creating a serene backdrop to unwind and rejuvenate.

Embrace the tranquil harmony of nature and shared space in the heart of our retreat.

MANGO

Welcome to Mango Lodge, where comfort meets nature at the water’s edge. This 360 sq. ft. haven features a 180 sq. ft. private balcony for partial ocean views. Enjoy your private escape with a well-equipped kitchenette, private bath, and the refreshing ocean breeze that graces you around the clock.

A wooden deck with stairs leading to the porch.

A sign hanging from the ceiling of a building.

A vase of flowers on the table in front of a window.

A bed room with a large painting on the wall

A room with wooden floors and green furniture.

A bathroom with a toilet, shower and sink.

PRICE

$550

A second single bed is located in the loft above, with a window leading out to a small deck overlooking the farm and south point ocean view.

DOLPHIN LODGE

The Dolphin Lodge is a 400 sq. ft. lodge with 200+ sq. ft. wrapped around balcony over the water with amazing water views and sunset and sunrise views: private bath, kitchenette and outdoor shower. No A/c but, it does have a magnificent ocean breeze.

A house on stilts in the middle of water.

A table and two chairs with flowers on top of them.

A wooden house on the water with a deck.

A bedroom with wood floors and white walls.

A kitchen with wooden floors and yellow chairs.

A hammock hanging from the side of a wooden deck.

PRICE

$650

Dolphin Lodge offers the perfect balance between nature and modern comfort, ensuring a tranquil and rejuvenating stay.

OUR HOST MELISSA:

Silence and Meditation have changed my life for the better in so many ways that I love to be able to share these practices with others.

I have found that practicing with a group of people who share the same aspirations is helpful in staying committed as we support each other and create a quiet collective inspiration, from which everyone benefits.

Yoga and meditation, alongside spiritual teachings from different parts of the world have impacted my relationships, my sense of ‘Self’ and my perception of Life in such a way that I feel passionate about sharing these practices and teachings with others.

I am grateful and honoured to have the opportunity to co-create spaces where everyone can feel safe and where we can contemplate our own existence and simply rest together in silence.

On a practical level I am also very interested in how our spiritual endeavours can enable us to contribute to a more peaceful world.

I have found sharing simple practices and healing modalities to contribute to this.

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BOOK

I believe the journey begins when you book.

By committing to dedicate this time to cultivate peace and calm you are investing in your well being and therefore the well being of those
around you.

To book please send a deposit of $100 to my PayPal melissacoton@hotmail.co.uk with the reference “Silence”.

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PLEASE TELL ME

What inspires you to take part in this retreat?

Is there something specific you want to learn / work on / develop / heal?

Do you have any allergies or intolerances?

Please send your answers and the accommodation option you would like to melissacoton@hotmail.co.uk

Accommodation options and spaces are first come first served so don’t wait if you know you want to be part of this retreat. Deposit payments are non-refundable.

If for any unforseen reason the retreat had to be cancelled you would receive a full refund.

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