Katrina says, "Confluence provided clear pre-retreat guidance and support for preparation. While each participant was assigned to a facilitator, the experience on retreat was that the facilitation team was a collaborative and flexible group each with unique strengths and experiences willing to step in a let their response to participants flow." See more
Eva says, "You don’t need to be a Buddhist to relax into this peaceful, beautiful place among the redwoods in Sonoma. Meditate, take long walks or hikes, watch the sun come up through the trees, and enjoy delicious home-grown vegetarian offerings made by the dedicated staff." See more
Amit says, "I went into IGNITING 2026: Light the Fire of Joy through Compassion at the Menla Institute thinking it would be “nice.” It ended up being so much more than I expected - one of those retreats that leaves you feeling genuinely lighter, more grounded, and strangely energized in the best way." See more
Laura says, "From the moment I arrived I was impressed with how peaceful and immaculate the entire facility is. The rooms had exactly what I needed with a comfortable bed and pillows, meditation table and cushions, and a desk." See more
Bonnie says, "What a beautiful day! We spent time in contemplative prayer together, we forest bathed amongst the trees, we had a wonderful lunch with the Sisters, we shopped in the priory bookstore, and we listened to wisdom on all the many benefits of engaging in centering prayer." See more