About this Retreat
Helena Gold has worked for the Nyingma organization in Brazil since 1986. She moved to California in 2008 to work for Dharma Publishing at the Center for Skillful Means Programs. Helena is the former Director of Nyingma Centers International.
As an Odiyan long-term resident, Helena is currently an Instructor and the Programs Coordinator under the direct guidance of Tarthang Tulku.
Details of this retreat
Join this special offering by Odiyanʻs Resident Teacher, Helena Gold, for a weekend of relaxation and meditation techniques, as taught by Tarthang Tulku.
Step away from the daily grind of everyday life and enjoy a peaceful weekend to reset at Ratna Ling Retreat Center. Surrounded by majestic redwoods, beautiful gardens, and the soothing sounds of nature, you'll have the opportunity to slow down, release stress, and reconnect with yourself. This retreat offers a welcoming space to rest your body, quiet your mind, and enjoy the simple pleasures of being present.
Guided by Helena Gold of Odiyan Retreat Center, you'll explore gentle meditation and relaxation practices that awaken your senses, deepen your connection with nature, and cultivate inner peace. Through mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet contemplation, you'll learn to release tension and experience greater ease in your body, mind, and heart. No previous meditation experience is necessary—just a willingness to slow down and enjoy the moment.
Experience how relaxation can restore your natural sense of balance, joy, and well-being. Be nourished by the redwoods, delicious vegetarian meals, and the peaceful atmosphere of Ratna Ling as you put down daily responsibilities and make space for yourself. You'll leave feeling refreshed, grounded, and inspired with simple practices to bring more calm, beauty, and ease into your everyday life.
This retreat includes:
Meditation: Sitting, Walking, Guided
Tibetan Relaxation Exercises (Kum Nye)
Sound Bowl Meditation
Time and space to reflect and explore nature
Schedule (Subject to change):
Friday
3:00pm-4:00pm Check-in
5:30-6:30pm Dinner
6:30-7:45pm Welcome and Relaxation Practice
Saturday
7:15am Walking Meditation
8:00am Silent Breakfast
9:30-10:30am Relaxation Practices
11:00-12:00pm Meditation in the Temple
12:15pm Lunch
1:30pm Temple tour
4:00-5:15 pm Guided Meditation
5:30pm Dinner
7:oo-8:00pm Tibetan Sound Bowl Meditation
Sunday
8-8:45 am Meditation in Nature
9:00 am Closing Circle
10 am Brunch
12pm Check Out
For directions to Ratna Ling - Ratna Ling Retreat Center 35755 Hauser Bridge Rd Cazadero, CA 95421
Accommodations are beautiful lux cabins
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Transportation to/from Ratna Ling is NOT included.
Payments are nonrefundable and transferable to a future Ratna Ling stay or retreat
Each cottage includes TWO private rooms with queen beds, large dining & living area, gas fireplace, spacious deck, jetted bathtub, linens/towels/hand soap, kitchenette with tea & coffee, complimentary wireless internet.
Vegetarian meals are served during our weekend together.
What people are saying about our retreats:
“The accommodations were great along with the beautiful surroundings - everything was so peaceful and nurturing”
“The entire place permeates depth, silence and sacredness. Thank you.”
“I love it here and hope to continue coming for many years. The setting and sacredness of this space are the perfect place to retreat."
“Space for reflection while also giving me anchor points through teachings.
“Space and time for meditation and movement classes were truly wonderful.”
“Being able to move at my own pace is a luxury. And of course the food was delicious."
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