May 18th - 21st, 2023 • Scholls Valley Lodge

Faith is a kind of free fall. Because we cannot fully know the truth of who we are and what life ultimately means, we must act based on our limited understanding in a spirit of trust. Not knowing exactly how to live our one precious life, at a certain level, terrifies us.

And yet, when we bring our full awareness and open heart to the question of faith, we invariably discover new aspects of the self we did not realize were there—new possibilities in life waiting to be lived. To transcend our limited conception of self and come to express something truer and more beautiful is joy itself.

In this spirit, Lower Lights will host a three-day retreat to explore the soul’s terrain in the company of good friends. Engaging wisdom from both ancient and modern traditions, as well as styles of faith from both East and West, our intention is to live more abundantly and allow something new to be born through us all. 

Though the journey can be harrowing, we trust that Love is ultimately on our side.

Topics/Practices to be explored:
-Meditative awareness: What is the role of contemplation in spiritual life?
-Contemplative Life: How do we live with mindful awareness throughout the day?
-Human development: How does our experience of faith change over time? How does faith develop?
-Integral Polarity Practice (IPP): What does human flourishing feel like from the inside?
-Psychological Healing: How can I bring greater care and awareness to my deepest wounds and the wounds of those I love?
-Intimacy: Human relationship is the crucible of spiritual life. How can I be more authentic and invite more genuine intimacy in the relationships that matter most to me?
-Timeless Text: How can I establish a more transformative relationship with sacred text?
-Passionate Engagement: Who am I now? Where am I called to give of myself and engage more fully in life? 

This retreat is for you if:

• You are looking for more freedom, compassion and spontaneity in life.
• You feel your spiritual life and faith could benefit from a period of deep examination and reflection.
• You value good company on the spiritual path and desire authentic connection and intimacy with others who are asking hard, honest questions.
• You seek mentorship and guidance on the inner path.
• You enjoy delicious food, natural beauty and a good amount of frivolous play in your spiritual diet!