6 Day Enlightenment Intensive Retreat

A profound self discovery process to connect with your essential self, free from social masks and conditionings.

Category: Zen Self Enquiry, Meditations, Conscious Movement Languages: English Group size: max. 20 people Registration until: 2027-06-13

“The most fantastic, mysterious and the most rewarding journey any of us will ever take – the journey to our Authentic Self.“

“Who am I? What is my true nature?” … these are fundamental questions. The Enlightenment Intensive is a unique process which facilitates a state of Being completely present and free from a relentless stream of thoughts. You will experience how it feels to be deeply connected to your Essential Self, free from social conditioning, restraints and masks. Such a state facilitates a deep sense of satisfaction, inner peace, a joyful aliveness and knowing your true purpose (self realization). About the Enlightenment Intensive Enlightenment Intensive (also known as ‘Satori retreat’ or ‘Who is in?’) is a group retreat designed to enable a spiritual enlightenment experience (satori) within a relatively short time. It is a ‘stand-alone’ process outside any organisation or religion, yet it uses a combination of the most efficient tools from traditions such as zen, mindfulness and modern communication techniques. The founder of the Enlightenment Intensive process was Charles Berner, who developed its structure during his research of more effective ways to accelerate spiritual development and personal growth. “I have tested this technique and I have compared it to other methods of enlightenment. This technique is about 50-100 times more rapid in producing enlightenment experiences than the classical techniques.” Charles Berner How does it work The primary aim of this process is to crack open the challenges, such as thinking and emotional patterns, that mask your true Self and to allow your authentic (essential) nature to flow and bloom. Experiencing directly your Essential Self facilitates a deep sense of inner peace, a joyful aliveness and flowing energy. The Process During the intensive process, you will be placed in a completely secure and safe environment with no distractions (social silence). The core of the work will be self enquiry sessions called Dyads: a profound zen contemplation of the question (koan) ‘Who am I?’. The program also includes numerous holistic techniques, such as guided meditations, conscious movement, working/walking contemplation and holistic detox. After three days of the intensive process, you will have an opportunity to integrate and enjoy the afterglow of your experience through relaxation, movement sessions and/or to simply enjoy the stunning nature around. All practical aspects are taken care by the staff of facilitators, so that you have the full support to totally pursue your personal self enquiry. What is a Dyad? The core of the process are enquiry sessions called Dyads that facilitate a physical, mental and spiritual detox. Dyads are enquiry sessions that are held with two people. One listening in stillness, the other communicating their direct experience of this moment in response to the question ‘Who am I?’ After five minutes the roles change. This is repeated for thirty or forty minutes and is followed by a break. You will start the next Dyad with a new partner. Each Dyad clears the mind of mundane chit-chat and gives space for your authentic Self to be revealed. After a while the grip of the mind loosens as you move deeper into the direct experience of your Essence. Eventually, there is a moment where the mind becomes completely still. This creates a profound shift in your state of being – in the traditional practice of Zen, this is known as a Satori … A glimpse of enlightenment.

Highlights

• Self-enquiry: Exploring the fundamental question “Who am I?” and discovering your True / Essential Self.
• Direct experience: An opportunity to move beyond habitual thinking, emotional patterns, social conditioning and limiting beliefs.
• Satori experience: A glimpse of enlightenment – a moment of deep presence, stillness and connection with your essential nature.
• A unique process: Developed by Charles Berner, combining Zen contemplation, mindfulness and modern communication techniques.
• Dyads – the core practice: Working in pairs, alternating between sharing your direct experience and listening in silence in response to the question “Who am I?”
• Immersive environment: Three days of intensive self-enquiry in a safe, distraction-free environment with social silence.
• Holistic practices: Guided meditations, conscious movement, walking contemplation and holistic detox.
• Integration day: Time to relax, enjoy movement sessions, connect with nature and integrate the experience.
• Full support: An experienced facilitation team takes care of practical arrangements, allowing participants to focus entirely on their inner journey.

The programme

• Arrival Day 1
• Guests are welcome to arrive from Monday afternoon from 14.00. 1-2-1 Meetings will start at 17:00hrs. After meetings there will be dinner at 19.00. The introduction session will start at 20.30.
• Day 2 & 3
• 06:15 – 06:30 Arise and Dress
• 06:30 – 07:00 Instructions / Dyad
• 07:00 – 07:30 Movement
• 07:30 – 07:45 Tea and Snack
• 07:45 – 08:30 Dyad
• 08:30 – 09:00 Breakfast
• 09:00 – 09:45 Dyad
• 09:45 – 10:30 Dyad
• 10:30 – 11:30 Walking Contemplation
• 11:30 – 12:15 Dyad
• 12:15 – 13:00 Working contemplation
• 13:00 – 13:45 Lunch
• 13:45 – 14:30 Dyad
• 14:30 – 15:15 Sharing and talk
• 15:15 – 16:00 Open session
• 16:00 – 16:45 Dyad
• 16:45 – 17:00 Tea and snack
• 17:00 – 18:15 Rest and Shower
• 18:15 – 19:00 Dyad
• 19:00 – 19:45 Dinner
• 19:45 – 20:15 Dyad
• 20:15 – 20:45 Dyad
• 20:45 – 21:30 Walking Contemplation
• 21:30 – 21:45 Tea and Snack
• 21:45 – 22:30 Dyad / Contemplation
• 22:30 – 06:15 Sleeping Contemplation
• Day 4
• Schedule same as Day 2 & 3 except,
• 19:45 – 20:30 Dyad
• 20:30 – 21:15 Closing Session
• 21:15 Relaxation
• Day 5

Integration day. Relaxation, conscious movement and bodywork sessions (optional), sharing circles, walks in the nature, sauna. A precious time to enjoy the sweet flowing moments. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Tea break & Dinner

Day 6

Guided meditation, Breakfast, Closing Circle and departure

What is included

• five nights stay in a single, twin or quadruple tent
• all classes and sessions belonging to the program
• all meals and tea breaks: for the Intensive process period there are plated detox meals (day 2,3,4) otherwise vegetarian buffet
• unlimited water and herbal teas
• use of sauna (as a part of the program and on the integration day)
• wifi is available on public areas

Not included

travel and cancellation insurance

an eventual extension of your stay at Ashuma (before and/or after the retreat)

Please, secure your transfer from the airport directly with Ashuma via booking@ashuma.me (once you confirm your spot at the retreat with us, we will also send you a preparation brochure with transfers pricing list included).

Price & payment

From €1240

Single room: €1980 / Twin room: €1740 / Quadruple room: €1340 *EARLY BIRD Special offer (limited number for each room type): Twin room: €1640 / Quadruple: €1240 *please, send us an email to info@eiassociation.org to check the availability

30% deposit, remaining balance to be paid 2 months before the retreat starts

Where you will live

Each of our tents has a private entrance and its own outdoor space. Tents are fully equipped with authentic teak furniture combined with Siberian larch flooring. Bathrooms are attached and are equipped with all necessary facilities.

What you will eat

You'll indulge in delicious and nutritious vegetarian cuisine served buffet-style twice a day. We employ interesting cooking methods like sous-vide and crafting raw desserts to preserve the maximum nutritional value of ingredients. Treat yourself to healthy and flavorful meals in the cozy ambiance of our retreat.

What else will be part of your experience

Delightful treats and serene moments

Peter Harper

Main Guide

About Peter Harper (the main guide) Peter is an experienced spiritual guide with 40 years of experience in self-discovery and spiritual guidance. He divides his time hosting Meditation and Self Awareness Retreats and Workshops in Europe and creating Guided Meditation and Conscious Music recordings. Peter is the founder of The Drunken Monk project connecting spirituality with daily life, using tools such as guided meditations, Enlightenment Intensive process and Self Awareness retreats. “Above the clouds of the mind, there is a clear blue sky. I will meet you there….” Peter

https://the-drunkenmonk.com/

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