NOBLE SILENCE: Nature of Mind Meditation Retreat 2025 (COSTA RICA)
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Costa Rica provides a unique opportunity to reconnect with nature's beauty.
The vibrant rivers, diverse flora, and rich landscapes offer a refreshing escape and aid individuals in rediscovering their inner selves. To genuinely appreciate such beauty, one must learn to quiet their mind and tap into the inner reservoir of wisdom.
Attendees are lucky to learn from Drupon Lama Dorje, who hails from a lineage of meditation masters that have imparted meaningful meditation practices for over 2500 years, aimed at enhancing the quality of life.
Over the course of six days in Costa Rica,
participants will engage in "The Great Shravasti Meditation", which carefully introduces Shamatha, Vipassana, and Mahamudra meditations, focusing on the profound nature of the mind through Breath Mindfulness.
What is The Great Shravasti Meditation?
This unique approach roots itself in the Anapanasati Sutra, as taught by the Buddha, yet is presented through a Vajrayana lens.
Connecting with their breath, participants will be guided through mindfulness exercises involving body, feelings, mind, and phenomena across 16 structured steps.
This straightforward yet profound method is imparted directly by His Holiness Drikung Kyabgön Chetsang Rinpoche and was encouraged to be shared by Lama Dorje in Costa Rica.
What will participants learn?
They will acquire techniques to align their breath with thoughts and emotions, stabilize their awareness, and explore their subtle, peaceful mind through self-reflection.
This journey will be enhanced with specific Indio-Tibetan yogic breathing practices designed to center the mind and clear inner pathways.
Meditation and silence can be daunting for many.
To counter this, the retreat combines structured elements, including thoughtful conversations at the beginning and end, daily yogic breath exercises to prepare for meditation, ongoing Q&A sessions with the Lama, balanced with sufficient silence for deep connection.
Why embrace silence?
Life can often feel overwhelming, with new insights quickly fading. Embracing Noble Silence within a supportive environment, guided by an experienced Tibetan Lama, helps attendees calm their minds and delve deeper into their meditation practice. This ensures that the wisdom acquired becomes integrated into their daily lives, enabling them to approach life's challenges with wisdom and grace.
How much silence?
(Four of the six days will be in complete silence)
Day 1: Teachings + Thoughtful conversation
Days 2-5: All-day silence + evening written Q&A with the Lama
Day 6: Closing Ceremony + Thoughtful conversation
Is this retreat suitable for beginners?
Yes, it accommodates individuals at all levels of meditation experience.
Those new to meditation will discover tools and techniques to gradually develop a mindfulness practice that enriches their daily lives.
Experienced practitioners will find profound insights in the way this sutra presents Mahamudra.
Digital detox:
To support the practice, participants will disconnect from devices during the retreat.
Dharma books and journaling are welcome!
What will the schedule include?
- Morning yogic breath exercises (to ease discomfort during meditation)
- Sitting meditation
- Walking meditation
- Mindful eating sessions
- Daily prayers
(Chairs will be available for those experiencing physical discomfort)
What distinguishes this silent retreat from others?
It offers close interaction with Lama Dorje, personalized answers to meditation questions, and a unique opportunity to learn Calm Abiding, Vipassana, and Mahamudra from a Tibetan perspective.
The teachings are provided in both Spanish and English, all set against the stunning backdrop of Costa Rica.
Pricing Options
All packages include:
- Daily morning breath work and movement
- Four daily sessions of silent meditation with Drupon Lama Dorje
- Translation services
- Three delicious vegetarian meals per day
- Daily Q&A sessions with Lama Dorje for refining meditation practice
- Nature walks accompanied by meditation
- Guidance from a qualified meditation retreat master ("Drupon")
Shared Mezzanine Loft ($850)
A spacious loft with four beds located above the temple, featuring shared bathrooms and hot showers. *Note* The loft is accessible via a steep ladder, with the downstairs temple being open-air. This option provides a charming yet rustic stay with six nights, all vegetarian meals, and all activities included.
Shared Glamping ($1100)
A large elegant tent with comfortable beds, wooden floors, private bathroom, and electricity, shared in silence with a roommate. This includes six nights, all vegetarian meals, and all activities.
Shared Elegant Cabin ($1495)
A refined shared room with a private bathroom set in a beautiful teakwood cabin, offering comfort while fostering silence with a new companion. This includes six nights, all vegetarian meals, and all activities.
Individual Luxury Room ($1795)
A spacious private room with a terrace, perfect for personal reflection in nature. This includes six nights, all vegetarian meals, and all activities.
Why this pricing?
The organizers strive to keep costs manageable, though the high cost of living in Costa Rica presents challenges.
The cost of renting the retreat center constitutes the majority of expenses. Plans are in motion to construct retreat cabins on the Lama's property to reduce future costs.
In the interim, a more affordable option is available through the mezzanine loft.
Additionally, a Dharma Buddy Program is offered.
Dharma Buddy Discount:
Invite a friend to join you in the Dharma and receive 10%-40% off their ticket price.
Steps:
1.) Register by December 1st
2.) Email us to inform us you're bringing a friend
3.) A discount code for the second ticket will be sent.
40% off Shared Elegant Cabin... OR... 20% off Shared Glamping... OR... 10% off Shared Mezzanine Loft.
4.) Your friend must register by December 1st using the provided code.
5.) You and your friend will coordinate how to apply the discount for mutual benefit.
6.) Choose whether to share a room with your buddy or stay in separate shared accommodations with a guest of our choice.
*Cancellation & Refund Policy*
- Cancellation more than 60 days prior: 100% refund
- Cancellation between 60 and 30 days prior: 50% refund
- Cancellation between 30 and 14 days prior: 25% refund
- Cancellation 14 days or less: no refund
To request a refund for cancellation, please email us.
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