Creating Sacred Spaces
With Justin Ram Das Logan, LMT, IKYI and Michael "Pondhawk" Gulbrandsen
July 12 - 14, 2024
RETREAT BY INVITED PRESENTER
There is a unwavering connection between sacred spaces and the renewal of our inner self and spirit. Many ancient practices help eliminate negativity and create a welcoming and comfortable environment for your daily life. During this weekend, you will learn time-honored techniques that enable you to stand strong in your sovereignty, keeping yourself, your home, and your land clear and revitalized.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Over three transformational days we will practice techniques for blessing and clearing existing spaces, finding and creating sacred spaces, and learn ways to harness the energy of those spaces. Together we will:
- Create sacred spaces of all kinds—altars, gardens, havens, rock formations and medicine wheels
- Build a personal Fairy Garden to bring home
- Clear spaces through herbs, prayer, feathers and crystals, and the sounds of nature; you will bring home a basket of items with which to clear your own space, including smudging spray, selenite wand, feather, sage and palo santo
- Bless spaces with musical instruments
- Find sacred spaces as we wander through the woods
- Create a safe haven in our Fire Circle
- Practice Kundalini yoga, meditation and breath work to clear yourself and build a strong field and space around you
- Enjoy a Sound Journey
Throughout we will be releasing old, unneeded energy—both in ourselves and in our environment—and bringing in a sense of peace and happiness into our surroundings.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Intimate setting with personal access to the teachers
- Interactive sessions with question and answer periods
- Shamatha and guided meditations
- Delicious all-vegetarian meals with locally sourced ingredients
- Option to extend stay on Personal Retreat
- Extensive library of dharma books
- Expansive wooded grounds with beautiful paths, flora and fauna
OPEN TO ALL
There are no prerequisites for this program; it is appropriate for all.
SCHEDULE
(subject to change)
Friday, July 12
| 3:00-4:00 PM | Check in |
| 4:00-5:00 PM | Welcome and Introduction |
| Opening Circle | |
| 5:00-6:00 PM | Light Movement |
| 6:00-7:00 PM | Dinner |
| 8:00-10:00 PM | Fire Circle |
Saturday, July 13
| 6:00-7:00 AM | Kundalini Yoga, Meditation, Breath work |
| 7:00-8:00 AM | Nature Walk |
| 8:00-9:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 9:15 AM-11:45 AM | Program |
| 12:00-1:00 PM | Lunch |
| 1:00-3:00 PM | Free Time |
| 3:00-5:30 PM | Program |
| 6:00-7:00 PM | Dinner |
| 7:00-9:00 PM | Program |
Sunday, July 14
| 6:00-7:00 AM | Kundalini Yoga, Meditation, Breath work |
| 7:00-8:00 AM | Nature Walk |
| 8:00-9:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 9:15 AM-10:15 AM | Program |
| 10:30 AM-11:45 AM | Sound Journey |
| 12:00-1:00 PM | Lunch |
| 1:00 PM | Checkout and Departure |
Teachers
Justin Ram Das Logan, LMT, IKYI, is a Kundalini Yoga and meditation teacher, energy healer, inspirational speaker, licensed massage therapist, craniosacral practitioner, emotion code practitioner and sound healer, facilitator of sound journeys and workshops. Justin has worked in the healing arts for the past 30 years and as a yoga and meditation teacher for 10 years. He uses practices of mother earth based spirituality in union with kundalini yoga and meditation to bring balance and peace to our daily lives. Justin has lived in the Hudson Valley for the past 12 years. His focus is to be of service to…
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Michael “Pondhawk” Gulbrandsen is a naturalist and guide and the founder of Natures Whispers. He grew up in upstate New York with acres of woods and streams across the street. He spent the summers exploring and connecting with nature on trails in waterways. In 1995 Pondhawk began to study the connection between hiking trails and sacred spaces, and how they offer the renewal of the inner self and spirit. He brings a lifetime of study of ancient native practices, plant and animal communication, and healing work, facilitated by trained elders to Natures Whispers. His ongoing inspiration is sharing these gifts…
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