Power of Presence Retreat | Exploring Now
An experiential exploration of skillful living
From July 13th to 16th 2023, mindfulness experts Bhaskar Goswami and Carl Lemieux will be joined by a group of 15 people who will strive for higher levels of self-understanding as they learn to deepen their professional and personal lives in these times of volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity (VUCA).
Our brain spends 50% of its time wandering with an 80% negative bias. We tend to repeat the same stories over and over again with limited added value, we often get lost ruminating about the past or anticipating a future that seldom happens the way we envisioned it. We are basically stealing time away from the awe that awaits us moment by moment, cultivating presence, connection and joy as it unfolds under our noses. Studies show that a busy mind is an unhappy and unproductive mind. Taming the mind, and cultivating presence opens us up to awe, unleashing greater human potential, increasing joy, inner peace and healthier performance in this fast changing and at times challenging world we live in.
The Power of Presence Retreat will provide an experiential perspective, through practices, exploration, inspiring teachings and rich dialogues with like-minded travelers to go beyond a cognitive understanding of these states of mind, and body. Presence and awe are embodied experiences. They are best understood through a range of modalities that we will collectively explore in the enchanting and stimulating space created by the Eastman Spa and Retreat Center.
Combining the gentle rhythms of mindfulness practices, experiential teachings, and cognitive/behavioral science-based exercises, the Power of Presence Retreat will be guided by cutting-edge psychological research, and steeped in the ancient wisdom of Eastern philosophies.
This is how this 3-day retreat delivers a powerful experiential journey that will enhance your innate ability (and wish) to show up—and not just at work. Your time with Bhaskar, Carl and like-minded peers will be an opportunity to:
The Power of Presence Retreat is an invitation to put away all distractions so you may best explore and experience presence, healing and expansion at the beautiful Eastman Spa and Retreat Center. Our sessions will be held at the Center’s brand new Oasis Pavilion, which was designed to host world-class retreats. We have timed our agenda so you may benefit from a number of seasoned professionals or classes for specialized health care.
Learn more & register: https://www.spa-eastman.com/en/stays/retreats/power-of-presence-retreat-exploring-now-2
From July 13th to 16th 2023, mindfulness experts Bhaskar Goswami and Carl Lemieux will be joined by a group of 15 people who will strive for higher levels of self-understanding as they learn to deepen their professional and personal lives in these times of volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity (VUCA).
Our brain spends 50% of its time wandering with an 80% negative bias. We tend to repeat the same stories over and over again with limited added value, we often get lost ruminating about the past or anticipating a future that seldom happens the way we envisioned it. We are basically stealing time away from the awe that awaits us moment by moment, cultivating presence, connection and joy as it unfolds under our noses. Studies show that a busy mind is an unhappy and unproductive mind. Taming the mind, and cultivating presence opens us up to awe, unleashing greater human potential, increasing joy, inner peace and healthier performance in this fast changing and at times challenging world we live in.
The Power of Presence Retreat will provide an experiential perspective, through practices, exploration, inspiring teachings and rich dialogues with like-minded travelers to go beyond a cognitive understanding of these states of mind, and body. Presence and awe are embodied experiences. They are best understood through a range of modalities that we will collectively explore in the enchanting and stimulating space created by the Eastman Spa and Retreat Center.
Combining the gentle rhythms of mindfulness practices, experiential teachings, and cognitive/behavioral science-based exercises, the Power of Presence Retreat will be guided by cutting-edge psychological research, and steeped in the ancient wisdom of Eastern philosophies.
This is how this 3-day retreat delivers a powerful experiential journey that will enhance your innate ability (and wish) to show up—and not just at work. Your time with Bhaskar, Carl and like-minded peers will be an opportunity to:
- Explore the different doorways to calm the mind to access inner peace and alignment
- Surrender to spaciousness and the depth of the present moment
- Discover the omnipresence of awe
- Learn from nature and how we are part of its innate wisdom
- Connect to yourself and to others in a nourishing and meaningful way
The Power of Presence Retreat is an invitation to put away all distractions so you may best explore and experience presence, healing and expansion at the beautiful Eastman Spa and Retreat Center. Our sessions will be held at the Center’s brand new Oasis Pavilion, which was designed to host world-class retreats. We have timed our agenda so you may benefit from a number of seasoned professionals or classes for specialized health care.
Learn more & register: https://www.spa-eastman.com/en/stays/retreats/power-of-presence-retreat-exploring-now-2
About your Facilitators:
Carl Lemieux is a sought-out speaker and workshop facilitator. He is also a psychotherapist, an executive coach and seasoned consultant with over 35 years of expertise in strategy, cultural transformation and leadership development.
Carl’s strengths lie in developing the potential of humans as they face increasingly complex lives, by (1) enhancing personal mastery and leadership of others, (2) using neuroscience and well-researched practices to increase focus, (3) deepening levels of connection. He helps people become wiser in their decision-making while they reach greater levels of authenticity and inner peace.
Carl is a registered psychologist (OPQ), EMBA and a qualified mindfulness teacher (MBSR). In 2022, he published Vertical Growth.
Carl speaks both English and French, and lives in Montreal.
Learn more: LinkedIn
Carl’s strengths lie in developing the potential of humans as they face increasingly complex lives, by (1) enhancing personal mastery and leadership of others, (2) using neuroscience and well-researched practices to increase focus, (3) deepening levels of connection. He helps people become wiser in their decision-making while they reach greater levels of authenticity and inner peace.
Carl is a registered psychologist (OPQ), EMBA and a qualified mindfulness teacher (MBSR). In 2022, he published Vertical Growth.
Carl speaks both English and French, and lives in Montreal.
Learn more: LinkedIn
Bhaskar Goswami is an acclaimed speaker and a senior yoga and meditation teacher from Assam, India. He is an embodiment specialist dedicated to helping people access the wisdom of their bodies through mindfulness practices. Bhaskar is the founder of BODHI, an organization offering genuine wellbeing to people in homes, businesses, schools and special care centers. Bhaskar has published two international albums, Open Yoga and Wisdom Stories and is the author of Wisdom Stories – Book 1.
Bhaskar has a Masters Honors in Electronic Engineering from the University of Nottingham (England) and a 10-year international engineering career. He lives in Montreal (Canada) with his family of three children.
Learn more: LinkedIn
Bhaskar has a Masters Honors in Electronic Engineering from the University of Nottingham (England) and a 10-year international engineering career. He lives in Montreal (Canada) with his family of three children.
Learn more: LinkedIn