Tag Archives: retreat

The prayer of thwarted desires

Posted on August 26, 2019 by

Interrupted monastery night:First, teens on street wake me up three timesbut worse, my bed,poor and neglected – good for monks but not for funky backsI move to couch, not great but better, at least so I could complete the night.Ah, … Continue reading →

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The beginning of the silent retreat

Posted on January 2, 2018 by

With resounding sound you welcome me home, a choir of angels breathe and release sweet rejoicing © Meisaan Chan

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A note from Meisaan: Sign up for the self-care retreat by August 5

Posted on August 1, 2016 by

Dear Friends, Just a reminder that the date to sign up for the self-care retreat for the Spiritual But Not Religious is August 5. After that, if you’d like to come, please contact me for availability. Slots are filling up, and … Continue reading →

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Mending nets

Posted on May 12, 2016 by

When the storm has finally passed it is time to mend your nets for you cannot keep going, going, going – you will catch absolutely nothing – it takes time to mend your nets but more time to fish with … Continue reading →

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Retreat room

Posted on June 24, 2015 by

The world rushes by and burdens crush but here in this sacred space the soul in silence: merge © Meisaan Chan

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