The Metta Retreat® Right-Mindfulness & Self-Compassion

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Dates:​ Fri 23rd - Sun 25th May 2025

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Venue: The Homestead, Shropshire Hills of Outstanding Natural Beauty  | Spaces: 7​

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A Transformative Journey of Healing, Growth, and Inner Peace
 

Step into the Metta Retreat®, a one-of-a-kind Flame Retreat where ancient wisdom seamlessly blends with modern science to create a transformative experience for your mind, body, and beyond. This retreat weaves together two of the most powerful practices—Right-Mindfulness and Self-Compassion—proven to profoundly enhance psychology, emotions, health, and overall well-being.
 

Why the Metta Retreat?

Scientific research confirms that self-compassion is a catalyst for emotional healing, boosting self-esteem and significantly reducing anxiety, stress, and feelings like anger, guilt, shame, self-criticism, and depression. At the Metta Retreat®, you will experience evidence-based techniques designed to:
 

• Cultivate emotional resilience

• Heal past traumas

• Elevate your inner peace and self-awareness
   

This experiential retreat integrates Right-Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, and Transpersonal Psychology, with practical tools and ancient practices to help you unlock your inherent inner strength.
 

The Sanctuary

Nestled in the serene Shropshire Hills, within the breathtaking natural beauty of the Long Mynd, lies our tranquil retreat venue, The Homestead. Overlooking lush green fields and rolling hills, this peaceful haven exudes warmth and comfort, offering a “home away from home” experience that nurtures your entire being. 
 

What You’ll Learn

The Metta Retreat® is grounded in the principles of Right-Mindfulness and Self-Compassion:

• Master Right-Mindfulness: Learn its practical application to daily life.

• Recognise Emotional States: Identify and manage harmful emotions with ease.

• Embrace Self-Compassion: Transform self-criticism into self-motivation and nurture a kind relationship with yourself.

• Strengthen Relationships: Heal difficult dynamics with yourself and others.

• Discover Emotional Stability: Cultivate "super emotions" to boost your immune system and overall health.

• Practical Application: Learn to apply mindfulness and compassion in real-life situations.
   

For Whom?

This retreat is designed for:

• Graduates of our GMBi 8-Week Course

• Anyone seeking greater peace, health, and self-awareness

• Individuals managing chronic illnesses such as depression, diabetes, hypertension, or CHD
   

What’s Included?

• Personalised and experiential workshops and holistic health activities grounded in evidence-based research

• Daily practices to reduce and eliminate stress, anxiety, and negative emotions

• Ayurvedic Vegetarian Cuisine: Freshly prepared meals served three times daily

• Shared or private accommodation options, offering comfort in a serene setting
   

Retreat Details

• Dates: Yearly Flame Retreat

• Location: National Trust countryside in Shropshire

• Cost:

  • Shared Room: £495 (reduced from £595)

  • Private Room: £595 (reduced from £695)
     

Limited to 7 participants to ensure a deeply personal and transformative experience.
 

Travel: Attendees are responsible for their own transportation. Parking is available, and collection from Church Stretton train station can be arranged.
 

Take this opportunity to immerse yourself in a sanctuary of healing, growth, and self-discovery. Join the Flame Metta Retreat® and transform your life from within.