The Natural Heart Meditation Retreat - Program

Join us for silent retreat
Join us for a silent, residential meditation retreat.
Led by Janka Livoncova, an Insight Meditation Teacher and Somatic Movement Educator. Find out more about Janka here: https://breathingbody.net/about/

About the Retreat
Although our hearts are often obscured by fear, judgment, and reactivity, they also hold a remarkable capacity for kindness, compassion, and connection. This residential retreat is an invitation to rediscover this natural heart.
When awakened and nurtured, these qualities can cultivate self-acceptance and resilience while deepening our sense of belonging. They reconnect us with our innate capacity for care, warmth, and connection—to ourselves, to others, and ultimately to life itself. As we practice, we discover that lovingkindness and compassion are not sentimental ideals but courageous capacities that allow us to remain present in the midst of joy and sorrow alike. They soften what has become rigid, warm what has grown distant, and remind us of our shared humanity.
Held in noble silence, the retreat will offer a structured schedule that includes:



Sitting and walking meditation


Mindful movement


Chanting


Dharma reflections and instructions


Optional group discussions on integrating practice into daily life


While open to all levels, some prior meditation experience is recommended.

Registration & Dana
Pricing includes lodging and all meals. It does not include Dana for the teacher.
What is Dana?
In the Buddhist tradition, dana, or generosity, is the practice of giving freely from the heart. The teachings are offered without fixed charge, and retreatants are invited to offer dana to the teacher as an expression of gratitude and a way of supporting the continuation of the teachings.

Janka receives no compensation for teaching this retreat and relies on the generosity of participants. You can read more about dana practice here.
Digital Detox
To support deep practice, we ask that you refrain from using phones or internet-connected devices throughout the retreat. Emergency contact information will be provided to share with loved ones before arrival.