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10 DAY TANTRIC MEDITATION RETREAT
August 1 - August 10, 2023
Imagine spending 10 days in the beautiful and serene mountains of Northern BC, Canada, surrounded by old growth forest and completely off the grid. During our silent retreat, you can expect to explore the innermost aspect of your being and to gain insights on your true nature through the tools of yoga & meditation. Together we will participate in daily movement practices and non-dual tantric meditations inspired by the Vijnana Bhairava Tantra. In the evenings we will gather for Question & Answers to help aid the practitioners in diving deeper within themselves.
In addition to finding ways to rest in the quietude and peace of our being, this retreat can also help us to gain personal insights and self-reflection. The group meditations can help to reduce stress and improve mental clarity. The serene location of this retreat provides a chance to connect with nature, allowing one to become more in tune with the world around them. All of these benefits can help to create a sense of peace and balance in one’s life.
BENEFITS OF JOINING
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10 days of varying degrees of silence were practiced for the duration of the retreat
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Spend time in silence reflecting and meditation
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Follow a daily schedule of activities such as yoga, meditation, and question periods with the main facilitators
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Learn about the philosophy of Tantra
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Connect with nature and practice mindful walking
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Eat healthy, vegetarian meals
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Take part in self-reflection exercises
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Spend time in solitude
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Engage in self-reflection activities such as journaling
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Can provide a sense of inner peace and help to reduce stress and anxiety.
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Helps to improve concentration and focus, allowing us to be more productive and creative.
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Helps us to better understand our thoughts and feelings, allowing us to gain clarity and insight into our lives.
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Boosts our immune system, improves health, and well-being.
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Recconects us to ourselves and the world around us.
9 Benefits of Being in Silence
WHO ARE THE DASA MAHAVIDYAS?
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The Dasa Mahavidyas are a set of ten goddesses in Tantric-Hinduism, each representing a different aspect of the Divine Feminine. They are seen as the ten aspects of the same divine energy, and each one of them is revered and worshipped for her unique qualities and attributes. These ten goddesses are celebrated and respected, as they represent the power and beauty of the Divine Feminine in all its forms.
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Kali is the devourer of Time, Tara of Compassion.
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Tripura Sundari of the Ruler of the 3 worlds, Bhuvaneshvari of space.
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Tripura Bhairavi of determination, Chinamasta of Self-Surrender to the divine.
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Dhumavati the widow crone, Bhagalamukhi the paralyzer.
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Matangi the ruler of all knowledge, Kamalatmika the fullfiller of all desires.
WHAT IS MANTRA?
Mantra is an incredibly powerful tool that can help us to create positive change in our lives. It is a set of words or phrases that are repeated to aid in focus, concentration, and meditation. Mantras can be used to help us to manifest our desired outcomes, to help us to relax and find inner peace, and to help us to stay in touch with our higher selves. Mantra is an invaluable tool that can help us to create positive transformation in our lives.
ONLINE OR IN-PERSON
Online
Receive an e-book with information on Navaratri, the Goddess, and more. Work with an open mantra from the comfort of your own home. Stay connected with the in-person navaratri group through exclusive photos and updates. Receive advise and guidance directly from the teachers and do puja (rituals) at home that coincide with significant astrological times.
In-Person
Move with a group of Sadhak-s (spiritual practitioners) through various powerful tantric rituals and practices. Build a living yantra and meditate in the presense of the Goddess. Have the rare opportunity to be initiated into mantra and to work with an empowered mantra. Participate in the practice of yagna (sacred fire ceremony), and make sacred offerings to the mouth of the Goddess (the fire). Deepen your understanding through Satsang, receive direct guidance from devoted teachers, practice bhakti yoga and sing devotional songs to the Goddess. Experience living Tantra in an authentic way.
Lago Atilan, San Marcos, Guatemala
March 20 - April 1, 2023
This retreat is hosted by Artemis & Bhairav in San Marcos. In order to keep things affordable, participants are responsible for finding their own accommodation. This is a meditation retreat for those who are deeply called to dive into traditional Tantra.
In- Person Schedule
this is a general schedule and can change based on the Goddess we work with, the location or the group, you're also welcome to see everything as optional and only participate in as much as you feel called to do.
Day 1
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500 pm meet and greet
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600 pm dinner*
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730 pm evening activity*
Day 2
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900 am breakfast*
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1000 am building of yantra
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100 pm lunch*
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500 pm mantra japa****
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600 pm dinner*
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730 pm evening puja
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745 pm evening acitivity*
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Day 3
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800 am yoga asana
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900 am breakfast*
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1000 am lighting and empowering the yantra
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1200 pm mantra japa****
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100 pm lunch*
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500 pm mantra japa****
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600 pm dinner*
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730 pm evening puja
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745 pm evening acitivity**
Day 4-13
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700 am morning chanting and puja
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715 am mantra japa****
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800 am yoga asana/breathwork/yoga nidra
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900 am breakfast*
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1200 pm mantra japa****
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100 pm lunch*
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500 pm mantra japa****
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600 pm dinner*
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730 pm evening puja
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745 pm evening acitivity**
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Day 14
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700 am morning chanting and puja
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715 am mantra japa
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800 am dissolution of yantra
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* meals are not included
**evening activities include Satsang, Kirtanam, Lectures, Yagna, etc.
***times of activities are often follow the precise phases of the moon, and are subject to change
****for beginners whom may find 3 sittings of mantra japa overwhelming they may choose to join the sitting for 1 hour only
We will announce more details for the next Navarātri in our newsletter and social media. Be sure to follow us! In the meantime, we strongly advise all practitioners interested in joining Navarātri to take our free Tāntrik Māntra Sādhana course to create a foundation for Tantrik practice.