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Inquiry

​Turning Uncomfortable Emotions Into Peace

Five days of inquiry in the beautiful mountains of Portugal

In a cozy, renovated farmhouse in the quietude of the Portuguese countryside we will dive into our inner worlds to meet our emotions with curiosity and kindness.
 
The retreat has 2 facilitators and a maximum of 11 participants. It is intended for both beginners and those who are experienced with The Work of Byron Katie. 
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  • Understand what it means to do The Work as a meditation
  • Learn how to truly sit with uncomfortable emotions
  • Discover why your emotions are your greatest resource
  • Experience the power of immersing yourself fully in The Work
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Your Emotions are a Resource - Use Them
As human beings we tend to turn away from emotions which we perceive as uncomfortable. Consequently, we don’t deal with the underlying causes of our problems thus making them reappear again and again. In reality this discomfort is our most potent fuel when we need to take action and find peace and clarity. By learning to embrace our discomfort we empower ourselves to meet change, adversity and conflicts with peace, strength and integrity.
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Practicalities

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Dates 

Friday, June 7th - Wednesday, June 12th.
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​Participants 

A maximum of 11 participants.
For beginners and experienced practitioners of The Work.


​Venue
A charming and carefully renovated farmhouse north of Porto on the border to Spain. A small river runs through the village, just over the road from the farmhouse and 10 minutes’ walk away is the Minho River where we can enjoy a swim from the river beach (see photos below).

Accommodation
A variety of shared rooms are available in two different price categories. 
There are duvets, sheets and towels for everyone.

Meals
All meals (vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner) are included. All vegetables are sourced locally and organically.
Transport
Fly to Porto Airport (most major European airlines go there at low prices, among them TAP, SAS, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Vueling, Swiss and Ryan Air) and rent a car (about 80€ for all days) or go by bus to Valença, where we will pick you up. The bus leaves 4 times every day from the airport. It costs 10€ one-way and takes about one and a half hour. 
Bus schedule
Rent a car

​Price:
Regular queen-size or single bed: 850 euro.
Comfortable mattress on the floor: 750 euro.
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We want to make this retreat accessible to as many as possible, so if your budget is limited, please contact us and let's discuss the options.


A non-refundable deposit of 200 euro to be paid upon reservation.
Outstanding balance to be paid 3 weeks before the retreat starts.

These prices cover all meals, accommodation and tuition. You should book and pay for your transportation separately. 
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Schedule:
Friday, June 7th:
Arrival
18.30: Dinner
20-22: Opening session

Saturday - Tuesday:
10-12: Morning session
15-18: Afternoon session (Monday: 14-18)
20-22: Evening session

Wednesday, June 12th:
8-10: Closing session
Departure 


Language:
The common language is English.
 
ITW Credit hours:
12 ITW Credit Hours can be awarded for this retreat.
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"To me, there is no doubt that the best gift I have ever given myself was to sign up for this."  
Helle Harder

"Truly an inspiration for me and therefore also for my family, my work and in my private life!"
Frank Mueller

"An incredibly inspiring and uplifting experience."
​Maria Almstrup

"This is definitely the course that has brought me by far the most on a personal level.​"
​Flemming Thygesen​

"I have simply never experienced anything similar."
Jens V.M. Thomsen​

"This was a journey back to myself."
Nicolai Kampmann​

"It is my dream job above all dream jobs and if I hadn't participated, I would never have dared to apply.​"
​Bente Bech Nielsen 

"This retreat was a magic journey."
Peter Wyle​
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Facilitators
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​Ernest Holm Svendsen is an experienced Certified Facilitator for The Work and the bestselling author of several books on inquiry and The Work.

www.theartbeinghuman.com

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​Annette Birkmann is a facilitator of change and the author of ‘The Journey to Me’ (currently only available in Danish). 

​www.annettebirkmann.com

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