6 Day Deep Meditative Retreat in Alps, Switzerland
Riversong - 1880 Les Plans-sur-Bex - route de Pont-de-Nant 8 - Switzerland
Up to 12 in group
May 28 - June 2, 2024
Retreat Highlights
- Inspiring live introductory talks for awakening our deepest essence.
- Meditative dialogues and self-inquiry sessions.
- Exercises in small groups and pairs, one-to-one sessions.
- Meditations.
- Meditative walks in nature
- Deep rest and healing
- Questions to be explored:
- What is the fundamental problem of our life?
- What is awareness and pure presence?
- What is deep listening and pure observation?
- How to explore our deep fears, sorrows, hurts and traumas?
- Facing problems of our relationships and difficult emotions.
- What is love? What is freedom? What is true joy?
- What is beauty? What is creative living?
- What is meditation in daily life?
- Can the mind be still now?
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Mukesh Gupta is an international speaker and a facilitator for transformational dialogues, retreats and workshops. He has been on this meditative and transformative journey for more than two decades. He is deeply inspired by the teachings of J. Krishnamurti and other great teachers who are deeply concerned with ending psychological separation, duality, conflict and suffering within human consciousness through the direct perception of the existential reality not just from the intellect but from the heart and the whole being. During his long experience of working with students, teachers and seekers from all walks of life Mukesh developed his unique "Meditative & Transformative Self-Inquiry" approach which is primarily based on the exploration of existential questions from a still, non-reactive mind and compassionate attentive presence.
Mukesh was also associated with the Krishnamurti Retreat Centre in Varanasi, India for two decades where he focused on researching and translating the works of J. Krishnamurti as well as conducting retreats and workshops. He is a traveler at heart and regularly facilitates meditative self-inquiry based retreats around the globe. He has conducted over two hundred retreats and seminars during the past one decade. He holds a Master's Degree in Indian and Western Philosophy. He does not consider himself as any spiritual authority but only a fellow-traveler and a tiny explorer of truth or call it the unknown in this vast unfathomable universe... He believes that a deep non-authoritarian meditative process of self-inquiry, based on love, listening and looking from a silent state of being and presence, is essential to bring inner transformation and establish peace, harmony and compassion in one’s daily existence and society.
Any action which is not based on love and compassion is not only non-essential but also destructive..." - Mukesh
Details of this retreat
Insight, Clarity & Peace
A DEEP MEDITATIVE RETREAT IN SWISS ALPS
Riversong - 1880 Les Plans-sur-Bex -
route de Pont-de-Nant 8 - Switzerland
www.riversong.ch
“In the light of silence, all problems are dissolved.” - J. Krishnamurti
INSPIRATION
The source of most of our problems in work, life and relationships is a noisy mind which mechanically lives and reacts from its past baggage. Living with anything that is dead, false and untrue brings great mental and emotional suffering. This retreat is an invitation to uncover and awaken that timeless source of wisdom inside us which can see clearly what is false and non-essential in our living and be free from an unnecessary heavy burden that blocks the natural flow of pure joy, creativity, contentment and love.
WHAT WE PROPOSE TO EXPLORE & LIVE TOGETHER IN THIS RETREAT?:
• Can we awaken a source of wisdom within, a guide and inner compass to navigate the enormous pressures and challenges of modern society?
• What are the great hidden potentials and powers inside us which can help us to meet life fully?
• How to let go of our false identities and uncover our true essence?
• How to meet our fears, emotional reactions, sorrows, hurts and traumas in a non- reactive way?
• Can there be inner peace, confidence, and trust in meeting the unknown?
• Is there a simple and profound approach to meditation in our daily life?
• What is true love, freedom and the joy of creativeness?
RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS
• This retreat offers a restful break, a pause for the mind, body and heart that is essential as a foundation for deep learning and transformation. It will provide the condition for creating, all along our journey together, a meditative state of mind essential for a serious inner enquiry.
• The intention is not to fill our minds with intellectual knowledge but to awaken the profound source of being within, so that we get inspired to live our everyday life from the wellspring of inner stillness.
• One of the main highlights of the retreat is “Meditative & Transformative Self-inquiry.” What we learn here is that a deep self-inquiry is not an intellectual process of discussion or exchange of lot of words where ego-mind is the centre-stage but it can be a compassionate meditative process of self-discovery where words carry the quality of silence and affection as they arise not from the noise of the ego-mind but from a deeper space of wonder and love.
• Inspiring live talks
• Exercises in a one-to-one setting and small group exchanges.
• Meditations and meditative walks in nature.
FOR WHOM?
For those willing to go deeper into the journey of self-discovery and transformation. For anyone who sees the importance of living from a higher level of presence.
It offers a safe, serious and caring space to discover ourselves, meet our deep essence and look at our whole life in a fresh, creative way, whether we are a seeker, a mindfulness practitioner, a coach, a therapist, an artist, a teacher, a professional from any field, a leader, a change-maker, a parent or simply a student of life.
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
MUKESH GUPTA is a worldwide frequently invited speaker and traveling teacher for meditative and transformative retreats, workshops and seminars. He has been on this transformative journey for more than two decades and is deeply inspired by J. Krishnamurti, Buddha and non-dual teachings. He has conducted over two hundred retreats and seminars. During his long experience of working with students, teachers and professionals from all over the globe, Mukesh developed a unique "Meditative & Transformative Self-Inquiry" approach which is primarily based on the exploration of existential questions from a still, non-reactive mind and compassionate attentive presence. He is the founder of the School for Self- Inquiry. www.schoolforselfinquiry.org
VENUE & LOGISTICS
Riversong is nestled in a small beautiful village in the Alps of Switzerland, about two hours from Geneva International airport. The
retreat begins at 6 pm on the date of arrival and ends with lunch on the date of departure.
For booking your place please contact Bernard:
info@riversong.ch
info@schoolforselfinquiry.org
+41 - 24 524 15 40 & +41 - 79 607 80 65
HOW TO REACH
The nearest airport is Geneva and the main train station is Bex. From Geneva airport there are frequent trains to Bex. From Bex you need to take a bus to Les Plans-sur-Bex, Le Chamois. The timetable and tickets for both train and bus can be checked and booked at:
https://www.sbb.ch/en/
A DEEP MEDITATIVE RETREAT IN SWISS ALPS
Riversong - 1880 Les Plans-sur-Bex -
route de Pont-de-Nant 8 - Switzerland
www.riversong.ch
“In the light of silence, all problems are dissolved.” - J. Krishnamurti
INSPIRATION
The source of most of our problems in work, life and relationships is a noisy mind which mechanically lives and reacts from its past baggage. Living with anything that is dead, false and untrue brings great mental and emotional suffering. This retreat is an invitation to uncover and awaken that timeless source of wisdom inside us which can see clearly what is false and non-essential in our living and be free from an unnecessary heavy burden that blocks the natural flow of pure joy, creativity, contentment and love.
WHAT WE PROPOSE TO EXPLORE & LIVE TOGETHER IN THIS RETREAT?:
• Can we awaken a source of wisdom within, a guide and inner compass to navigate the enormous pressures and challenges of modern society?
• What are the great hidden potentials and powers inside us which can help us to meet life fully?
• How to let go of our false identities and uncover our true essence?
• How to meet our fears, emotional reactions, sorrows, hurts and traumas in a non- reactive way?
• Can there be inner peace, confidence, and trust in meeting the unknown?
• Is there a simple and profound approach to meditation in our daily life?
• What is true love, freedom and the joy of creativeness?
RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS
• This retreat offers a restful break, a pause for the mind, body and heart that is essential as a foundation for deep learning and transformation. It will provide the condition for creating, all along our journey together, a meditative state of mind essential for a serious inner enquiry.
• The intention is not to fill our minds with intellectual knowledge but to awaken the profound source of being within, so that we get inspired to live our everyday life from the wellspring of inner stillness.
• One of the main highlights of the retreat is “Meditative & Transformative Self-inquiry.” What we learn here is that a deep self-inquiry is not an intellectual process of discussion or exchange of lot of words where ego-mind is the centre-stage but it can be a compassionate meditative process of self-discovery where words carry the quality of silence and affection as they arise not from the noise of the ego-mind but from a deeper space of wonder and love.
• Inspiring live talks
• Exercises in a one-to-one setting and small group exchanges.
• Meditations and meditative walks in nature.
FOR WHOM?
For those willing to go deeper into the journey of self-discovery and transformation. For anyone who sees the importance of living from a higher level of presence.
It offers a safe, serious and caring space to discover ourselves, meet our deep essence and look at our whole life in a fresh, creative way, whether we are a seeker, a mindfulness practitioner, a coach, a therapist, an artist, a teacher, a professional from any field, a leader, a change-maker, a parent or simply a student of life.
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
MUKESH GUPTA is a worldwide frequently invited speaker and traveling teacher for meditative and transformative retreats, workshops and seminars. He has been on this transformative journey for more than two decades and is deeply inspired by J. Krishnamurti, Buddha and non-dual teachings. He has conducted over two hundred retreats and seminars. During his long experience of working with students, teachers and professionals from all over the globe, Mukesh developed a unique "Meditative & Transformative Self-Inquiry" approach which is primarily based on the exploration of existential questions from a still, non-reactive mind and compassionate attentive presence. He is the founder of the School for Self- Inquiry. www.schoolforselfinquiry.org
VENUE & LOGISTICS
Riversong is nestled in a small beautiful village in the Alps of Switzerland, about two hours from Geneva International airport. The
retreat begins at 6 pm on the date of arrival and ends with lunch on the date of departure.
For booking your place please contact Bernard:
info@riversong.ch
info@schoolforselfinquiry.org
+41 - 24 524 15 40 & +41 - 79 607 80 65
HOW TO REACH
The nearest airport is Geneva and the main train station is Bex. From Geneva airport there are frequent trains to Bex. From Bex you need to take a bus to Les Plans-sur-Bex, Le Chamois. The timetable and tickets for both train and bus can be checked and booked at:
https://www.sbb.ch/en/
Schedule
General Schedule [With flexibility according to the need of the group.]
7:30 - 08:15: Silent Meditation
8.30: Breakfast
09:30 - 11:00: Introductory talk and meditative self-inquiry (with a short break)
11:00 - 11:30: Break
11:30 - 12:30: Exercise in pairs or small groups
13:00: Lunch & Rest
15:00 : A short video of J. Krishnamurti followed by a meditative walk in nature
18:00 – 19:00: Meditation and Dialogue with the whole group
19:15: Dinner
20:30: Closing circle and Meditation
7:30 - 08:15: Silent Meditation
8.30: Breakfast
09:30 - 11:00: Introductory talk and meditative self-inquiry (with a short break)
11:00 - 11:30: Break
11:30 - 12:30: Exercise in pairs or small groups
13:00: Lunch & Rest
15:00 : A short video of J. Krishnamurti followed by a meditative walk in nature
18:00 – 19:00: Meditation and Dialogue with the whole group
19:15: Dinner
20:30: Closing circle and Meditation
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Deep Transformation Retreats, Riversong - 1880 Les Plans-sur-Bex - route de Pont-de-Nant 8 - Switzerland
Directions
Riversong is nestled in a small beautiful village called La Plans (in the Bex area near Lausanne) in the Alps of Switzerland, about two hours from Geneva International airport.
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Riversong/@46.254955,7.096032,16z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xfd017fbc043c58ef!8m2!3d46.2549545!4d7.0960316?hl=pt-BR
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Riversong/@46.254955,7.096032,16z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xfd017fbc043c58ef!8m2!3d46.2549545!4d7.0960316?hl=pt-BR
Accommodation
Simple, well-furnished and with good views in the middle of nature.
Program Price
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Riversong is nestled in a small beautiful village in the Alps of Switzerland, about two hours from Geneva International airport. A perfect place to take a complete break and immerse in the natural beauty and oneself. The place has revived an age-old Swiss tradition of healing hot baths containing special salts and minerals. Amazing hiking routes around the place.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Simple, delicious, vegan as well as vegetarian meals.
What's Included
- Wholesome 3 vegetarian or vegan meals
- Tea/coffee anytime
- Mineral drinking water
- Pick-up from nearest train station
What's Not Included
- Airfare
- Pick-up from airport
