Mother & Life: Revealing the Invisible Patterns That Shape Us

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13475 Proctor Road, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Up to 25 in group
Date
June 28, 2025

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  • Program Price Includes light refreshments.

About this Retreat

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Our relationship with our mother is the first imprint we receive—the first experience of love, safety, and separation. As Bert Hellinger, founder of Family Constellations, taught, this primary bond becomes a metaphor for how we relate to life itself. Do we receive life with open arms, or do we struggle, feeling unseen, unsupported, or disconnected?

In this interactive group Family Constellations workshop, we’ll explore the hidden dynamics that shape our relationship with our mothers—and, by extension, with life itself. Through this reflective and meditative group process, we’ll gently uncover and explore ancestral burdens, inviting shifts in patterns of self-sacrifice, resentment, or longing. This workshop is designed for individuals—our family does not need to be present for us to identify and begin to transform these deep-rooted dynamics.

Whether you seek deeper self-care, more ease in your relationships, or clarity in your path, this work offers the possibility of profound shifts. You’re welcome to bring a personal question related to a current life challenge or to attend as a witness to others’ process. This is an interactive and engaging workshop that involves direct participation from all in attendance. Open to adults 18 and older. Join us in this sacred space for healing, insight, and renewal. Read More

Schedule

Program price Includes light refreshments.
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Getting Here

Location icon Cranaleith, 13475 Proctor Road, Philadelphia, PA, USA

Directions

By Car:
From I-95: Take Woodhaven Road exit (Route 63 WEST) almost to the end, to where it narrows to one lane. Turn left onto Evans Street. At slight, turn right onto Byberry Road for approximately ONE mile to Proctor Road. Turn RIGHT and continue for 1/8 mile and Cranaleith will be on the RIGHT. From Roosevelt Boulevard: If coming North, turn LEFT onto Southampton Road (If coming South on Route 1, make a RIGHT on Southampton). Continue on Southampton Road for ONE mile to Worthington Road (stop sign). Turn LEFT on to Worthington Road, continue for ONE block to Napier Street. Turn RIGHT and proceed for THREE blocks to Proctor Road. Turn RIGHT onto Proctor Road and then make an immediate RIGHT into Cranaleith’s driveway. From PA Turnpike: Exit at #351 (Bensalem Exit). Go SOUTH on Route 1. Immediately after the Street Road Exit and Andy’s Diner, the lanes divide. Be sure to stay in the far RIGHT lane. When you come to the intersection of Southampton Road, turn RIGHT. Continue on Southampton Road for ONE mile to Worthington Road (stop sign). Turn LEFT onto Worthington Road, continue for ONE block to Napier Street. Turn RIGHT and proceed for THREE blocks to Proctor Road. Turn RIGHT onto Proctor Road and then make an immediate RIGHT into Cranaleith’s driveway.

PROBLEM WITH GOOGLE DIRECTIONS: If you are coming from the PA Turnpike, online directions automatically send you onto Street Road/132W after exiting the Turnpike and heading down Route 1 South. Many people mistakenly go East on Street Road. And others miss the subsequent Trevose Road turn because it isn’t properly marked. It’s much easier to avoid Street Road by staying on 1 South (in the right-hand lane) until Southampton Road, where you make a right. Then make a left on Worthington, a right on Napier and a right on Proctor.

By Train:
From the city (University City, 30th St. Station, Suburban Station, Market East, etc.), take the West Trenton commuter train to SOMERTON. From the station walk LEFT on Edison Avenue for two blocks. Crossover Trevose Road and then RIGHT onto Proctor Road. Cranaleith will be on the LEFT. Transportation from the station may be arranged.

By Bus:
From the Frankford Terminal, take No. 58 bus up Bustleton Ave. to Byberry Road. Walk EAST on Byberry Road for two blocks to Proctor Road. Turn LEFT onto Proctor Road and proceed for 1/8 mile. Cranaleith will be on the RIGHT.

By Plane:
From Philadelphia International Airport, take the airport train to 30th Street Station, and transfer to the R3 — West Trenton Commuter Train to SOMERTON. From the station walk LEFT on Edison Avenue for two blocks. Crossover Trevose Road and then RIGHT onto Proctor Road. Cranaleith will be on the LEFT. Transportation from the station may be arranged. Read More

Accommodation

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Venue & Amenities

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Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
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Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
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Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
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Meals

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What's Included

  • Program Price Includes light refreshments.

What's Not Included

  • Transportation
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Customer Reviews

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7 Day Individually Directed Silent Retreat
This was my second 7 day retreat at Cranaleith, in addition to ongoing individual spiritual direction since 2014. I recommend the sisters at Cranaleith for their compassionate and insightful direction. If you are looking to spend time in the serenity of God and nature, it is a worthy destination. Read More

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Silent Retreat (7) Days
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A Lovely Week
Space, quiet, time -- a strong sense of whole-ness throughout. Happy to be with others who longed for those same things and respected that wish in everyone else.

Very nice meals, lovingly and cheerfully prepared, many of the ingredients from the garden on the property. (Maybe a bit too much kale, though! :))

A knowledgeable and kind director.

I felt free and very welcome. Thanks very much for this week.

Sr. Nuala Cotter, RA Read More

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