Mindfulness for Busy People: A Joyful Approach to the Holidays

Date
December 5 - 8, 2024

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

It can be challenging to integrate intentional spiritual practices at home. Sometimes our habits and responsibilities can sidetrack us from our intentions especially during the holidays.

We will review key practices from Rhadeya Michael Plasha’s previous program Mindfulness for Busy People that are timeless and introduce new practices that consider personal and family dynamics during the holidays and lay the groundwork to start the New Year with a conscious plan for a truly joyful New Year!

Learn to stay present amidst the busyness of work, family, errands and activities. Discover moments of silence and calm while being engaged with others. Gain valuable insights into how to navigate family dynamics with poise and compassion.

Your embodied practices will establish you in non-reactive self-awareness or presence of the present, with the tools you need to stay calm when life can appear to be stormy.

In this weekend retreat, you will learn how to accept yourself and others with compassion.
Learn and Practice:

How to cultivate mindfulness and loving kindness throughout your day
Learn how to manage expectations
Integrate presence into your everyday life
Create an intentional wellness plan for the New Year
* Learn how to be a mediator in a “house divided”
Take home a tool kit of mindfulness and loving kindness practices

Training Information
Prerequisites
Mindfulness for Busy People is not required to join this program. However topics that were discussed in the previous program will be discussed.
Continuing Education (CE) Opportunities

Yoga Alliance (YA): Approximately 6 contact hours.
You can input your contact hours using your YA login information.
Integral Yoga Teachers Association (IYTA) can provide you a CE certificate with your program’s total contact hours for a $10 fee (free for IYTA members.) For more information, email ce@iyta.org.

Testimonials
"Michael Plasha is the most thoughtful, attentive teacher I have had the pleasure of learning from. His approach to teaching yoga integrates physical postures, meditation, concentration, breath-work, history & philosophy in a way that is equally wonderful for beginners and very experienced yogis." - Halle Sullivan, Student

“I have known Michael for twelve years as both a student of his classes and a partner in bringing his work to school staff and students. His dedication to his craft and expertise as a teacher are unmatched, and I believe he would be an asset to your school community." - Dr. Leslee Hutchinson ASEDS Garnet Valley, PA

"Michael is at the cutting edge of yoga in America. His approach will hopefully become mainstream in about 5 years." - Swami Asokananda, President Integral Yoga Institute – NYC

Getting Here

Location icon Yogaville

Directions

Yogaville offers transportation from the airport, train and bus stations in Charlottesville, VA. If you are driving Google Maps has reliable turn-by-turn directions.

Accommodation

Availability of complimentary accommodations is determined by the order of booking.
Dormitory

The most popular accommodations we have are Dormitory Accommodations – shared room and shared bath. We have two dormitories, Vivekananda Vihar and Ramalinga Nilayam, which are centrally heated and air-conditioned and convenient to meals and programs.
Lotus Guest House (Private Room)

Each room in our six unit guest house is equipped with a small refrigerator, queen size bed and full bath. Each room in our nine unit guest house is equipped with a queen sized bed and full bath, and no refrigerator.

Tenting
Set off in a quiet, wooded area adjacent to the Lotus Guest Houses are twelve campsites. Campers have use of the bathroom, shower, and laundry facilities nearby Vivekananda Vihar dormitory. Camping is available from March 15th to December 1st.

Shared Dormitory: Bottom Bunk

Accommodation
Bottom bunk in a shared dorm room. Dorm rooms contain 4-8 beds. Shared bathroom Dorm rooms are not coed Availability is Gender Specific

Shared Dormitory: Top Bunk

Accommodation
Bottom bunk in a shared dorm room. Dorm rooms contain 4-8 beds. Shared bathroom Dorm rooms are not coed Availability is Gender Specific

Private Dormitory

Accommodation
This is a private room with a shared bathroom in our Ramalinga Nilayam Dorm - Females Only

LGH: Full Bed

Accommodation
Private room and Private Bath. A single Full bed and a private bath designed for those seeking peace in solitude.    

LGH: 2 Twin beds

Accommodation
Private Room and Private Bath. Two twin Beds and a private bath that is ideal for friends looking to experience the bliss of Yogaville.  

LGH: Queen Bed

Accommodation
Private Room and Private Bath. A queen bed or a queen with two day beds and a private bath that is perfect for couples and families searching for a peaceful time together. Please put in the personal comments if you need a room that includes trundles.  

Tent-Site

Accommodation
Open from Mar. 16–Nov. 30. Closed from Dec. 1–Mar. 15 Set off in a quiet, wooded area adjacent to the Lotus Guest Houses are Eighteen campsites. Campers have use of the nearby bathhouse as well as laundry facilities at the LGH Building 3.   Also, all tent sites have tent platforms for a more comfortable and dry tenting experience.  Fires and Stoves are not Permitted. Price is per person per night. Please bring your own tent, tie downs, tarp (weather protection). bedding and towels.  

Venue & Amenities

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Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
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Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
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Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
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Yogaville is home to the Light of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS). The LOTUS is a unique temple dedicated to interfaith understanding and the Light within all faiths. Individual altars represent and honor the different world faiths and spiritual paths. The vision, design and inspiration of Sri Swami Satchidananda, LOTUS was dedicated in 1986. It demonstrates, “Truth is One, Paths are Many.” In the peaceful countryside of Virginia, the doors of LOTUS are open to welcome people of all backgrounds and beliefs.

Meals

Menu Types

Organic, vegetarian/vegan food Labeled ingredients Lacto-vegetarian Gluten-free and vegan options Salad bar Large herbal tea selection Coffee is available for purchase at Mandala Cafe

What's Included

  • Accomodations and all meals included

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