Summer Solstice Full-Day Retreat

Training Overview:

“…This is the solstice, the still point of the sun, its cusp and midnight, the year’s threshold and unlocking, where the past lets go of and becomes the future; the place of caught breath, the door of a vanished house left ajar…” ― Margaret Atwood

The summer solstice is the longest day of the year and a day of new beginnings and life-enriching endings. It is a beautiful time to nurture your potential and express your creative energy. We will work with the principles of Intention, Attention, and Attitude. By stepping out of your normal routine to observe silence, sit in meditation, and explore mindful movements we will prepare ourselves to move more confidently into the rest of the year. Mindful silence can be a powerful and restorative experience, whether you are new to these practices or a seasoned practitioner. In that spirit, we would love to have you join us for a day of creating space for renewal, abundance, and manifestation.

Before the day begins, we will send you instructions for creating a sanctuary in your home. During the day, we will slowly guide you through practices that will expand your ability to settle and soften. If you are new to mindfulness, you will be given options to ease in and out. If you already have an established meditation practice, this will be a day of deepening.

How to prepare:

• Wear loose comfortable clothing.
• Have a water bottle and snacks available.
• Arrange to keep technology to a minimum so that you can truly settle into the day.
• Have blankets, cushions, and mats available for comfort.
• There will be a 60-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks during the day.
• Suspend judgment and meet the day with curiosity.

Trainer:

Carol Hendershot, RYT 500
Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Instructor
Co-Founder, Grand Rapids Center for Mindfulness

Carol has been teaching the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) since 2008 and has led hundreds of students through the program. Her classes emphasize safety and self-honoring as she guides students to build resilience and strengthen their mindfulness skills.

Eligible for 6 MDHHS Continuing Education Credits

Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.

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Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.

Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.