A Spiritual Retreat
Everyone needs a spiritual retreat now and then. A spiritual retreat is more than just a vacation.
A typical vacation may leave you feeling more burned out than when you left – often from rushing back and forth while trying to squeeze as many sites of interest as possible into a short timeframe.
A true spiritual vacation on the other hand is a retreat from all the hustle and bustle. A time for renewal and regeneration of spirit, mind and body.
With the goal in mind of renewal there are a number of spiritual retreats that you can do – from two hours to two weeks or longer depending on how much time you choose to make. (notice I didn’t say depending on how much time you can spare – with the hectic schedules these days many folks don’t believe they have any spare time. So, make the time…) 🙂
What is Your Idea of the Ultimate Spiritual Retreat?
Part of the fun of a spiritual retreat is the planning stage. Think about what would relax and regenerate You. Incorporate things or events into the plan that will accomplish this.
A spiritual retreat might be something that you want to do alone. Alone you’ll find more time for contemplation and far less distractions.
On the other hand, there are groups that get together to make spiritual pilgrimages, attend motivational functions and the like. These too are beneficial.
Here are some suggestions for a spiritual vacation that can be a time of healing and renewal.
1) Go to a place that represents spiritual power for you
2) Immerse yourself in a place of natural beauty – i.e., Sedona, Chaco Canyon, Yellowstone, any wilderness area, or beach area, etc. You can swim with the dolphins in many parts of the world, including