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GAIA: Experience Earth An Immersive Retreat
June 06 - June 09, 2019
Natavi Orion
Miguel Mendez
How often have we heard it said that it is important for us to “connect with Nature?” How many studies and stories have we seen and heard that point to the benefits of doing so? The alleviation of stress, anxiety, and depression... the strengthening of the immune system... the heightening of creative inspiration... But let us explore a question: what if this belief is predicated on a deep misconception about ourselves? The premise of “the importance of connecting with Nature” implies that we ourselves are somehow separate from Nature, which is not only untrue, but it keeps us from tapping into the full potential of ourselves as human beings, our vitality, our wellbeing, and our experience of life here on Earth.On this immersive retreat, we will together explore a deeper truth: we ARE nature. When we connect with the Earth, we are connecting with the deepest aspects of ourselves, and when we seek to make a positive, restorative impact on this planet, we are actually the Earth helping and healing herself.Both the words ‘humble’ and ‘human' come from the Latin root “humus,” which means “earth” or “dirt.” So to be humble, and to be human, literally means “to be of the earth.” During our time together, we will learn simple yet life-changing practices that allow us to cultivate a profound and living relationship with Earth as element, planet, being, and self. The forest will be our master teacher as well as our classroom, and her plants, animals, soils, and waters will be her emissaries.We will learn how to listen and to hear in a new way, through the sounds of the Earth as well as the guidance of our intuition; how to really see and expand our abilities and capacities of perception; and how to reduce our stress and process our emotions. We will learn how to live in a more grounded and embodied way, and how to tend our bodies so there is less inflammation and stagnation and more vibrancy and health.And of course, just as the Earth itself so clearly loves to play, create, and celebrate, so too will we!Please join us for this special time together... you will never look at yourself, or this planet we call home, the same way again!ScheduleThursday, June 6th
ABOUT THE TEACHERs
Natavi Orion
Natavi Orion is a music maker, community weaver, and queer artist opening hearts and building resilience through his work. Practiced in shamanic arts of the Americas and pagan traditions of indigenous Europe, he works with sound, the elements, and magic to create rituals o...
Miguel Mendez
Miguel Mendez, also known as the “Plant Yogi Chef”, is known in South and North America for his active role in personal development as a wellness counselor, teacher, and healer. His expansive knowledge integrates Kundalini yoga, meditation, nutrition, Ayurveda, indigenous ...
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