You’re invited…
Gentle Guidance
Practicing Peace Together
Saturday, September 24 in Sequim, WA
Sitting Still for 45 minutes - Easy Peasy!
NOT Always though! So don’t force it!
Lean against a tree,
stand up, sway, lay back to watch the clouds!
Close your eyes and take in the birdsong.
If the neighbor decides to use the chain saw, try including the tree, the chain saw and the neighbor in our peace practice.
Explore themes of presence, restoration, and sustainable therapeutic practice.
This gathering is designed as a space for therapists to reconnect with themselves, with each other, and with the land that sustains us.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Schedule
Subject to change based on inspiration and group needs
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM:
Shared Lunch & Debrief
Preliminaries & Intention Setting
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM:
We begin with a guided walk, grounding, and journaling to set personal intentions for the day and arrive fully in the space.
Session 1 – Stillness in Movement
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM:
An Invitation to practice walking meditation solo or in community.
Enjoy the provided lunch of fruit and sandwiches in dyads, triads, or small groups. If you prefer, solo time or a quiet nap is also welcome.
Session 2 – M
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM:
Explore the relative stillness of Trees as a basis for exploring how movement can be experienced and experienced while sitting in a gentle and spacious stillness.
3:00 PM – 3:45 PM:
Gratitude & Land Care
Journaling & Integration
2:15 PM – 3:00 PM:
Time to journal or debrief on the experience from the second session. Reflect on insights, feelings, and any shifts that arose.
Community Sharing & Well Wishes
3:45 PM – 5:00 PM:
An opportunity to share reflections, offer gratitude, and send well wishes to one another and the broader community.
Optional time to offer additional clean-up service to the land in gratitude, closing the day with a final act of reciprocity.
This is your invitation for peace and restoration.
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing and shoes for walking and outdoor activities.
Sun Hat or Shade.
Blanket to sit or lay on the Earth.
Journal and pen for reflection.
Mosquito protection.
Water bottle and any personal snacks (simple lunch will be provided).
If you’re a gardener, bring your own gloves and hand tools for land care.
An open heart and willingness to be present.
Register by Friday, October 09, 2026.
If you have any questions or special needs, don’t hesitate to reach out.
We would be truly honored by your presence.
Click “Donate” below to register for the retreat day.
Suggested Donation:
$35