Can attending a meditation retreat energize one’s practice?
One of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves is a spiritual retreat. Walking onto the property of Ananda is like bathing in peace. This community is dedicated to God, and so people immediately feel the peace that permeates it. At home one’s mind is pulled in dozens of directions — projects, people, lists of to do’s. At The Expanding Light, on retreat, life is simple — with none of the busy energy of home, no responsibilities. Every aspect of your day allows you to relax and to go into a deeper, and often ignored, part of yourself. We offer guided spiritual practices and classes (see below). The day revolves around these peace-giving activities. Conversations during meals are often about people’s spiritual journey. When you’re surrounded by other truthseekers, you feel comfortable exploring your deeper side —perhaps things you wouldn’t even share with friends, if those friends are not consciously looking for spiritual truth. Most of the hours in one’s day are devoted to earning money
