Venue: St Luke’s Church - Hillmarton Rd, London N7 9JE, United Kingdom
Across the great wisdom traditions — separated by centuries and continents — human beings have arrived at a remarkably similar discovery: that we are capable of joining ourselves with the fullness of all that is. Some have called this awakening. Others, liberation. In the Christian tradition, a quietly radical concept points toward the same reality: atonement — or, as its roots suggest, at-one-ment.
But how do we translate this understanding into a lived, embodied reality? When we feel estranged from ourselves and from the Divine, what can we do to return to a state of creative flow and grace?
This retreat offers a practical exploration of that question, drawing on practices from Thomas's recently released book, At-One-Ment.
Embodiment at every level: physical, mental and emotional, spiritual
Calming and steadying the mind
Awakening the heart and unitive awareness
Working with core vulnerabilities held in the body
The stages of human maturity through adult development
Collective healing — bearing one another's burdens
Guidance from a seasoned contemplative teacher with over 25 years of practice
Connection with others walking a similar path
A deeper understanding of your own tradition — whatever it may be
New ways of bringing your particular gifts into the world
Morning session: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
Lunch break: 90 minutes
Afternoon session: 1:30 – 4:30 pm
Thomas Wirthlin McConkie is an author, meditation teacher and researcher in adult stages of development. He has been in meditative practice for nearly 30 years within the traditions of Sufism, Buddhism and Christian contemplation. He is the founder of Lower Lights School of Wisdom, a non-profit dedicated to sharing teachings from the world's wisdom traditions, and holds a master’s degree from Harvard Divinity School, specializing in transformative spiritual practice. He lives with his wife, two children, and a rescue dog in Salt Lake City.
Financial bursaries are available for this retreat, reducing tuition by 20% to 50%. You'll find these options, as well as the full tuition rate, in the Payment Options dropdown. We trust each person to know their own circumstances best, and we ask that you select a bursary option only if it reflects a genuine financial need.
If your situation calls for support beyond what's offered here, please write to us at info@lowerlightswisdom.org. No one will be turned away for financial reasons.
Cancellations made more than 60 days before the retreat will receive a 90% refund (a 10% administration fee applies). No refunds are available within 60 days of the retreat. To cancel, please contact info@lowerlightswisdom.org.
Places are limited. To secure yours or to ask a question, write to info@lowerlightswisdom.org
Venue: St Luke’s Church - Hillmarton Rd, London N7 9JE, United Kingdom
Across the great wisdom traditions — separated by centuries and continents — human beings have arrived at a remarkably similar discovery: that we are capable of joining ourselves with the fullness of all that is. Some have called this awakening. Others, liberation. In the Christian tradition, a quietly radical concept points toward the same reality: atonement — or, as its roots suggest, at-one-ment.
But how do we translate this understanding into a lived, embodied reality? When we feel estranged from ourselves and from the Divine, what can we do to return to a state of creative flow and grace?
This retreat offers a practical exploration of that question, drawing on practices from Thomas's recently released book, At-One-Ment.
Embodiment at every level: physical, mental and emotional, spiritual
Calming and steadying the mind
Awakening the heart and unitive awareness
Working with core vulnerabilities held in the body
The stages of human maturity through adult development
Collective healing — bearing one another's burdens
Guidance from a seasoned contemplative teacher with over 25 years of practice
Connection with others walking a similar path
A deeper understanding of your own tradition — whatever it may be
New ways of bringing your particular gifts into the world
Morning session: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
Lunch break: 90 minutes
Afternoon session: 1:30 – 4:30 pm
Thomas Wirthlin McConkie is an author, meditation teacher and researcher in adult stages of development. He has been in meditative practice for nearly 30 years within the traditions of Sufism, Buddhism and Christian contemplation. He is the founder of Lower Lights School of Wisdom, a non-profit dedicated to sharing teachings from the world's wisdom traditions, and holds a master’s degree from Harvard Divinity School, specializing in transformative spiritual practice. He lives with his wife, two children, and a rescue dog in Salt Lake City.
Financial bursaries are available for this retreat, reducing tuition by 20% to 50%. You'll find these options, as well as the full tuition rate, in the Payment Options dropdown. We trust each person to know their own circumstances best, and we ask that you select a bursary option only if it reflects a genuine financial need.
If your situation calls for support beyond what's offered here, please write to us at info@lowerlightswisdom.org. No one will be turned away for financial reasons.
Cancellations made more than 60 days before the retreat will receive a 90% refund (a 10% administration fee applies). No refunds are available within 60 days of the retreat. To cancel, please contact info@lowerlightswisdom.org.
Places are limited. To secure yours or to ask a question, write to info@lowerlightswisdom.org
