Don’t you want to find out if it is possible to live in this world richly, fully, happily, creatively, without the destructive drive of ambition and competition? Don’t you want to know how to live so that your life will not destroy another or cast a shadow across their path? We think this is a utopian dream which can never be brought about in fact, but I am not talking about utopia; that would be nonsense. Can you and I, who are ordinary people, live creatively in this world without the drive of ambition which shows itself in various ways as the desire for power and position? You will find the right answer when you love what you are doing. If you are an engineer merely because you must earn a livelihood, or because your father or society expects it of you, that is a form of compulsion; and compulsion in any form creates contradiction and conflict. Whereas if you really love to be an engineer or a scientist, or if you can plant a tree, paint a picture, or write a poem, not to gain recognition but just because you love to do it, then you will find that you never compete with another. I think this is the real key: to love what you do.
J Krishnamurti
On Right Livelihood
It's Time to be Discern
We invite you to a retreat of quiet exploration and deep inquiry into the nature of self knowledge and Meditation. J Krishnamurti often spoke of the importance of understanding oneself, without the influence of conditioning, and the role of knowledge in our daily lives. In a world that is filled with noise and constant movement, can we find the space to look inward? Can we, together, question the nature of thought, learning, and understanding?
Through dialogue, meditation, and quiet contemplation, we will explore these questions, not as a theory or idea, but as a living fact.
This retreat is for those who wish to look deeply into their own minds, to see clearly the workings of thought, fear, and desire, and to understand the limitations of knowledge. Krishnamurti often said, “The observer is the observed.” Can we come together to see the truth of this in our own lives?
Join us for this journey into self-enquiry, where there are no teachers, no followers - only friends eager to Find Out.
Retreat Highlights
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Explore the core teachings of J Krishnamurti and their relevance to the day to day living.
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Cultivate a balanced and harmonious approach to the challenges of living. It offers a compassionate learning space where one’s deepest essence can unfold and flower.
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It provides a deep rest for the mind, body, and heart, essential for learning about oneself.
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The deep intention of this retreat is not to fill the mind with intellectual knowledge but to awaken a deep source of being, the intelligence of the heart, and get inspired to live everyday life from the wellspring of pure presence.
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Meditative dialogues and self-inquiry sessions with facilitators and other like-minded people.
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Video/Audio screening J Krishnamurti on related topics of dialogue or introspection.
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Being one with the beauty and peace of Dega Farms.
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Live in solitude with or without others.
Retreat Schedule
Day 1: Arrival and Orientation
5:00 PM: Check-in at Dega Farms Retreat Center
7:30 PM: Retreat Orientation
Day 2: Understanding Society
7:00 AM: Morning Walk inside the campus
10:00 AM: video/Audio screening with group Dialogue
1:30 PM: Silence or Book Reading
5:00 PM: Informal Dialogue among participants or with the facilitator
8:00 PM: Sharing today’s Insights
Day 3: Understanding Oneself
7:00 AM: Morning Walk inside the campus
10:00 AM: video/Audio screening with group Dialogue
1:30 PM: Silence or Book Reading
5:00 PM: Informal Dialogue among participants or with the facilitator
8:00 PM: Sharing today’s Insights
Day 4: Sharing Insights and Departure
7:00 AM: Morning walk or Silence
10:00 AM: video/Audio screening with group Dialogue
1:00 PM: Reflection on Insights and Ending of retreat.
Food Schedule
Only Vegan food will be served.
Herbal tea - 7 AM
Breakfast- 9 AM
Juice - 11 AM
Lunch- 1 PM
Tea and Snacks- 4 PM
Dinner- 7 PM
Note:
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Feel free to contact for any query related to transportation, accommodation and program.
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The retreat program may be subject to slight variations to accommodate the group's needs and preferences.
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Participants should respect each other's privacy, space, and personal journey. Maintain a quiet and contemplative atmosphere in common areas.
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Emphasize mindfulness in daily activities, maintain a heightened awareness of the present moment. Attend all scheduled sessions, as each contributes to the overall experience.
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Be punctual to maintain the flow of the retreat schedule. Minimize the use of electronic devices to maintain a focused and present mindset.
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Consider a designated area and time for limited device use if necessary.
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Diet will be Only vegan as per schedule. In case, if somebody want non vegan food during retreat period they can manage outside retreat venue by their own.
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Encourage active participation in all activities, Be open to exploring new practices and teachings. Encourage responsible and sustainable practices with nature.
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It is on oneself to maintain their confidentiality regarding personal sharing during group discussions. Participants are always open to seek guidance from facilitators and ask questions when needed.
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Inform facilitators of any health concerns or special needs in advance.
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Participants should prioritize their well-being and communicate any challenges to the organizers.
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Maintain cleanliness in personal spaces and communal areas.