Essence Trainings

Essence and the Enneagram

1 year spiritual intensive with Don DeMercurio

Location: The Priory Retreat House, Chestertown NY (Adirondacks)

Dates & Times:
6 weekends, beginning with dinner on Friday 6:30pm – ending on Sunday at 3:00pm
Begins, September 2008 (2008/09 registrations are closed. Now accepting applications for 2009/10)
Sept., Nov., Jan., March, May, July, 2009/10 (exact dates for 09/10 retreats to be determined)

At the core of every issue or difficulty we face - there is Essence. - David Hey
As we meet the present moment with open curiosity and acceptance we begin to see that the assumptions and convictions that we hold about ourselves, our lives and each other are often based on an inner reality that bears little resemblance to the truth of the present moment. We may also discover that our reactions, obsessions and convictions are attempts to maintain a distorted self-image that is contracted and limiting, yet feels emotionally and psychologically safe. Through the map of the enneagram we will look at the underpinnings of this distorted self-image, coming into the understanding of how our ego activity attempts to keep us from re-experiencing the loss of our true self. Through teachings, meditation, movement, breath and small group exercises we will be guided into direct contact with our True Nature and its naturally arising essential qualities (Essence).
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mexico retreat

Bringing Essence to Life - The 9 Holy Ideas
7 day spiritual retreat in Trocones Beach, Mexico
with Don DeMercurio and Nina Miller
February 21 - 28, 2009
Cost: $1799 - $2499/person (depending on accommodation type – includes tuition, meals, lodging & tax)
Together we will create a sacred space and a gentle structure, away from the distractions of daily life, where we can drop into a deep contact with our spiritual essence. Through meditation, teaching, exercises and ceremonies designed to facilitate contact with more essential states of Being, Don & Nina will gently guide us into the energy of spiritual presence. The pace of the retreat will be relaxed, allowing each participant to fall into the rhythm of their own Being, while resting in the presence of the ocean, sun and the peaceful energy of this paradise.
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Meditation and Inquiry

with Don DeMercurio
Ongoing teaching, practice and support group for students who are committed to finding the truth of who they are through the practice of Presence and Inquiry. This is not a spiritual path, but a process for developing the skills to stay present and land more deeply in the truth of your Being - the present moment.

Location: Bristol, VT

Time and Dates: Group Now Forming - will begin when group reaches 6 people.
Groups will meet for 3 month cycles
First and Third Tuesday of each month
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Fee: $300/6 sessions