The retreat will provide the opportunity to deepen into awakening presence, being free from the agitations of the thinking mind. When we do experience presence and stillness, most of us are quickly pulled back into the world of the mind which gets caught up in past and future thoughts. Deepening into stillness allows us to examine and transform the habitual limited patterns of mind that create confusion, anxiety and suffering.  The retreat will support inquiry into what it means to be fully awake, what takes us out of that state and how to remain more fundamentally present and alive in our daily lives and relationships.

The retreat program consists of sitting, walking & guided meditations, meditation instruction, group & individual meetings with teachers, open inquiry sessions, evening Dharma talks and morning and afternoon gentle yoga sessions.

About the venue

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The retreat will be held at the Brahma Kumaris Centre for Spiritual Learning in Wilton, NSW, approximately 75 minutes’ drive from Sydney. Accommodation is in comfortable twin share rooms with en suites. Serene gardens and bushland surround the meditation centre.
When: 27 April - 2 May 2018
Times: Arrive 4 pm and finish 2 pm 
Where: Brahma Kumaris Centre, Wilton
​Cost: 
  • Standard (Twin Share) - $645.  Cost of accommodation and meals
  • Supporting (Twin Share) - $710.  Standard cost plus an additional amount to support those needing scholarships or concessions
  • Concession (Twin Share) - $515.  For full time students, pensioners and unemployed. If you need assistance and do not qualify for the concession you may wish to apply for a scholarship (see below)
  • Single room - $895.  Some single rooms are available.
For more information email Renata or call 0450 951 398​
Additional cost: 'Dana' The retreat fee covers accommodation and meals only. In keeping with a 2,500 year old tradition no fee has been charged for the teachings. At the end of the retreat you are invited  to give a donation to express your appreciation and to support the teachers to continue their work.
Registration is a two step process
This course is full. There's often last minute cancellations, please email Renata if you wish to be on the waiting list.
Step 1: Book and pay click here
Step 2: Download and complete your Registration form 
and then send to: rnatamalinau@hotmail.com
Note: If you will be requesting a scholarship, please complete the registration form as well as the scholarship form below.
Scholarships 
Scholarships for all SIM retreats are available for people who need assistance paying the full fee and do not qualify for the concession.  Click here for more information.
About the Teachers 
Subhana Barzhagi - Click here for information
Alan Bassal - Click here for information
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