Relationship as the Ground for Transformation
RELATIONSHIP AS THE GROUND FOR TRANSFORMATION
A 6 day Meditative Retreat with Mukesh Gupta (includes a weekend option)
June 21-27, 2019 (Friday 7 pm – Thursday 4:30 pm)
Relationship is the mirror in which we see ourselves as we are. All life is a movement in relationship…In that relationship which is the mirror in which we can see ourselves, we can discover what we are, our reactions, our prejudices, our fears, depression, anxieties, loneliness, sorrow, pain, grief. We can also discover whether we love or there is no such thing as love.
J.Krishnamurti
Introduction: Our whole life is expressed and manifested through a network of relationships: relationship with oneself, with our body, with our mind and thoughts, with our emotions and desires, with other human beings, with our partner and family, with nature and the whole universe. The ever-increasing global crisis that we are facing now is the outcome of the crises in our day to day relationships; all the wars, violence and suffering are due to the lack of understanding of oneself and one’s relationships. The world is what we are and relationship is a mirror in which we can see ourselves as we are. If we do not intelligently and harmoniously relate within this vast field of relationship, problems and conflicts are bound to arise and create suffering. Human relationship can either be a ground of suffering or it can be turned into a ground for transformation and a wonderful opportunity for entering into an entirely different way of living, for creating a world based on true love, beauty and compassion.
Program: We are going to explore as friends and co-travellers fundamental questions and problems of our relationships in a relaxed, meditative and affectionate atmosphere. Questions of hurt, conflict, desire, attachment, pleasure, image-making, trust, love and freedom in our day-to-day relationships will be investigated openly together. The schedule will include introductory talks, meditative dialogues and shared inquiry into the human consciousness, experiment with silent observation and listening, meditation and long walks in nature. The primary intention is that our entire day becomes a meditative process so that we can allow our minds and hearts to open up for the unknown, for our inherent goodness, trust, love and quest for truth.
Venue: The Krishnamurti Educational Centre of Canada is a spiritual retreat centre located on the outskirts of the city of Victoria in British Columbia, Canada. Guests have full access to the beautiful grounds which comprise 32 acres of ocean-front property. Experience the magnificent views of the Strait of Juan De Fuca and the snow-capped Olympic mountains of Washington State, as well as nature trails that wind their way through meadows, forest and along the scenic coastline.
Facilitator: Mukesh Gupta from The Krishnamurti Retreat Centre of Varanasi (India) will be facilitating this retreat.For more than two decades he has been engaging with the teachings of J. Krishnamurti and translated his writings. He takes inspiration from the teachings of Buddha, Upanishads, Sufism, Nisargadatta Maharaj and others. He regularly conducts retreats, study programs and dialogues concerning quest for truth and holistic vision of life in India, Europe and Israël. He believes in establishing a deep non-authoritarian meditative process of dialogue based on mutual love, respect and a quality of silence as a way to create a peaceful, non-violent society.
The full 6 day retreat is highly recommended. Those unable to come for the full retreat will be able to register for the weekend only.
Cost for the 6 day retreat:
Shared accommodation (double occupancy) with meals:
Weekend (Fri – Thurs): regular rate: $750 Early bird rate*: $710
Private accommodation with meals:
Weekend (Fri – Thurs): regular rate: $900 Early bird rate*: $850
Day Commuter – with meals:
Weekend (Fri – Thurs): regular rate: $570 Early bird rate*: $540
* valid up to 30 days before the event.
Cost for the weekend only:
Shared accommodation (double occupancy) with meals:
Weekend (Fri – Sun): regular rate: $250 Early bird rate*: $220
Private accommodation with meals:
Weekend (Fri – Sun): regular rate: $300 Early bird rate*: $270
Day Commuter – with meals:
Weekend (Fri – Sun): regular rate: $190 Early bird rate*: $170
* valid up to 30 days before the event.
There is no ‘commuter without meals’ option for this retreat.
“I think it is essential sometimes to go to retreat, to stop everything that you have been doing, to stop your beliefs and experiences completely and look at them anew, not keep on repeating like machines whether you believe or do not believe. You would then let in fresh air into your minds…”
J. Krishnamurti
For those staying the full 6 days only: Extend your stay for up to 3 nights at the reduced rate of only $40/night.
Persons with financial constraints may qualify for a special discount. Please contact the program manager, Ralph Tiller.
