Council – Retreat in Nature

Being in relationship with ourselves, with others, with the Earth:
no luxury – but wisdom to remember

24. – 27. April 2025
in the Rhön Mountains

This is an invitation to all those who are deeply concerned about our world and who at the same time have the courage and curiosity to remember, relearn or deepen their ability to connect with themselves, with others and the earth.

The world is changing and asks for continuing development on a very personal level and also as groups, communities or societies. The topics of sustainability, the transformation of our society, peace and justice are often presented to us in figures and rational arguments only. What if we approach these questions, whether on a personal or societal level, in a different way, with our heart wisdom and intuition?

On this weekend, there will be space for slowing down, for sitting with new questions and perhaps completely new answers and insights. The current topics and questions of the participants will inform the process of the weekend.

The council practice with its power of listening and storytelling (from the depths of our life experience) will provide us with a framework for our time as a small temporary community. In order to strengthen also our connection with ourselves, we will also experience short guided mindfulness exercises. In solo times in the surrounding landscape, we will experience nature as a mirror and the Earth herself as a teacher. The stories that we bring back to the community will give rise to new insights and maybe wisdom in the circle.

During our time together questions such as “Where is my place in this time?” and “How can I contribute?” may receive new answers that go beyond what we have thought so far. There will not always be clear answers, but together we will create a space in which questions, but also not-knowing and the search for new orientation have their place. Because this inner place of not-knowing is valuable and should be appreciated. It is also the place from which completely new insights, new ways of thinking and feeling can emerge.

What will you get to know?

• The guidelines and intentions of Way of Council
• Different forms of the Council practice
• Storytelling and authentic communication
• Silent mindfulness practice that strengthens our presence and our relationship with ourselves
• A movement meditation that deepens our connection with the Earth
• Nature as a teacher and mirror
• The Four Directions model as an orientation framework for the natural rhythms, “seasons” or patterns in our lives

„Through the practice of deep listening,

presence and heartful awareness,

we may all find a powerful way to collaborate, make decisions,

and use our perception with greater wisdom and compassion.“

(Gigi Coyle, global Council- activist, author of  the book „The Way of Council“)

Further Informations

Limited number of participants (max. 14)

Seminar language is German, translation into English if required

Costs:

Accomodation: 110,- € for the whole time, meals have to be organized by yourself.

Seminar Costs: 390 € (Sliding Scale 190 – 550 €).

I am aware of the different availability of money in our society. The sliding scale may encourage you to pay according to your financial means. Financial aspects should not be a reason not to participate. If you are interested in this practice and learning about it is important to you, please contact me.

Start of Seminar: 24.04.25, 18.00, arrival from 16.00; End of Seminar: 27.04.25, 13.00, departure by 16.00

Contact for registration and questions:

Martina[at]the-listening-nature.com

Martina   Tel. 0049 – 6455 – 759996