Awake in the Wild Meditation Retreat: Opening to Joy, Wonder and Awe in Nature

Are you ready to enter into the beauty and serenity of nature at Esalen? In this mindfulness in nature workshop, you will spend the entire time meditating and opening the senses in the stunning natural beauty of the Big Sur coast. Developing a sensory, embodied attention in the outdoors will open you to beautiful states of joy, delight and wonder.

In these uncertain times, where so much of our lives are lived virtually, it is vital we stay connected to our own bodies and the body of the earth to access wisdom and perspective.

Opening the senses, the heart, and the mind to the wonder of nature revitalizes us and reconnects us to our aliveness. During our time together, we will draw on nature, meditation and Qi-Gong to cultivate a relaxed, receptive, embodied quality of attention where states of joy, awe, and wonder will increase your capacity for well-being and inspired action. 

You will have the opportunity to study with three renowned meditation teachers throughout the weekend. You will explore beautiful and accessible practices of meditation, movement, Qi-Gong, all outdoors in the exquisite natural beauty at Esalen. Serenity, peace, and delight await!