Everyone has an Inner Critic. Sometimes experienced as an inner voice of clear criticism and judgement, directed inside or at others. Sometimes experienced energetically or wordlessly. When out of balance the Inner Critic has the potential to destroy relationships, turn our mind towards anxiety and depression, sap our physical energy and undermine our spiritual practice, creativity and careers.

Yet the Inner Critic is not the enemy. It contains the wisdom of discernment. Rather than try to destroy or silence this powerful voice, our work is to become strong and clear enough to stand up to it, hear its truth, yet widen our view.

During this retreat, we will dip in and out of the silent support of the monastic schedule and grounds. We will take up tools through both Buddhist inquiry practices and Voice Dialogue practice to clarify and transform our relationship to the Inner Critic. This retreat will also include group discussions and interactive exercises. You may want to bring a journal.

There are options to donate to our scholarship fund, which allows those on a low or fixed income to have the opportunity to enjoy the fruits of retreat and Dharma practice, please make a donation if you are able. A $50 deposit is required to hold your spot.

This retreat is in-person only.