“ People look for retreats for themselves, in the country, by the coast, or in the hills . . . There is nowhere that a person can find a more peaceful and trouble-free retreat than in his own mind. . . . So constantly give yourself this retreat, and renew yourself.
Retreat is a holistic way to reconnect with ourselves spiritually, our inner self. It presents as a time too, to recharge ourselves; rethink and realign our stars in life. The daily rat race can be damaging. Sometimes, do you stop and wonder what are you chasing after? I do.
Retreat comes in various forms. I personally think it’s best achieved in the shortest time when you unplug yourself from technology, rejig your daily routine lifestyle, grab a cup of coffee and sit by the bay window and do nothing. Alternatively, a writing pad and a pen and a cup of coffee and just write down what comes to your mind. I call that mind dumping.
Or if you have time, go for an Overseas break, it doesn’t have to be expensive – a long walk at a park or along the beach and simply watch sunset or snow fall. Or sitting at a cafe and people watch. You might ponder over questions like why is sunset orange in colour?. Why is snow white and not transparent? The girl who walked past the cafe – What’s does she do for a living?
A cheaper version – DIY at home, a few throws and carpet, a thousand pillows, maybe NETFLIX, a change of light ambience with candles, sensory scent to your favorite aromatherapy essential oil. And lastly kick everyone out of the house when you do that.
At the end of the day, the intent of a retreat is to help one get more clarity and make the necessary lifestyle changes. Whether it’s a day or a week, make it well spent; for that might determine the next Eureka moment.
Losing a little focus about ourselves and noticing the other greater life forms around us is an intriguing experience. It makes a more humbled experience, just by thinking I’m one of many and not the only on earth.
Reference:
http://www.chopra.com/articles/7-reasons-you-should-consider-retreats-over-regular-vacations
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