7-day retreat: Forgiveness as a gentle force
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Description
Forgiveness is an inner path of gentle strength, in which space arises for liberation. In this retreat, we invite you to pause and reflect on what you carry with you: old pain, unspoken grief, fixed beliefs, or resentment that may have settled unnoticed. Not to analyze it again, but to meet it with attention and gentleness, exactly as it presents itself now. Forgiveness here is not a goal in itself, but an inner movement. A softening in which you may awaken from automatic patterns, from stories of lack or guilt, and from identification with what once caused hurt. In this openness, space arises: for clarity, compassion, and a deeper awareness of who you essentially are. During the retreat, we work with silence, meditation, guided reflections, and experiential exercises. You are invited to look at yourself and the other with gentleness, and to experience how forgiveness unfolds naturally when resistance is allowed to soften. In that space, something can awaken that was always already present: a quiet, free presence no longer bound to the past. This retreat is an invitation to come home to yourself. Not by adding something, but by letting go of what no longer serves.
Practical information
General info
We are guests at the retreat and meditation centre “The Garden of Nâm” in Nijar, Andalusia, where you can immerse yourself in an oasis of silence. A stay at this centre will leave you with new sources of energy and deep insights into yourself and your relationship with the world around you. A rejuvenating and revitalizing experience! At this beautiful location, we are welcomed by the resident community, who respectfully embraces this retreat. As a group, we respect the daily customs of this community. One of those customs is that three Asha meditations are held every day. You may participate in these at your own choosing. Before or after each meditation, there is a meal, in silence. Our programme takes place in 2 to 3 parts spread throughout the day. There is ample time for silence, contemplation, processing, writing, and being alone with yourself.
Planning
DATES: 01 – 07 NOVEMBER 2026
- 01 November: arrival day
- 02 to 06 November: retreat
- With 04 November as a free day (optional) hiking day trip to Huebro
- 07 November: departure day
There are no direct flights to Almería airport in November. It is possible to fly to Almería with Vueling (connection in Barcelona) or with Iberia (connection in Madrid). You can be picked up from Almería airport. Another option is to fly into Granada, Malaga, or Alicante. From there, you can rent a car or van (possibly together with others). There are also buses from Malaga and Alicante to Almería.
Rate
Cost: €880
- Including 3 meals per day
- Including overnight stays in a double room with shared shower and toilet
- Surcharge for a single room with shared shower and toilet
- Surcharge for a single or double room with private shower and toilet
- Surcharge for an extra-large room for 1 or 2 persons with private shower and toilet
The price does not include travel to and from the venue.
Facilitators
Josien Metske (praktijknu.com) and Marjoke Laan have a longstanding collaboration in offering trainings and constellation days.
More information? Or would you like to register?
Please get in touch via the contact form or by e-mail with Marjoke. There is space for a maximum of 10 participants. Upon registration, Marjoke will contact Hubertus, our host, to check which rooms are available for reservation.
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Description
Forgiveness is an inner path of gentle strength, in which space arises for liberation. In this retreat, we invite you to pause and reflect on what you carry with you: old pain, unspoken grief, fixed beliefs, or resentment that may have settled unnoticed. Not to analyze it again, but to meet it with attention and gentleness, exactly as it presents itself now. Forgiveness here is not a goal in itself, but an inner movement. A softening in which you may awaken from automatic patterns, from stories of lack or guilt, and from identification with what once caused hurt. In this openness, space arises: for clarity, compassion, and a deeper awareness of who you essentially are. During the retreat, we work with silence, meditation, guided reflections, and experiential exercises. You are invited to look at yourself and the other with gentleness, and to experience how forgiveness unfolds naturally when resistance is allowed to soften. In that space, something can awaken that was always already present: a quiet, free presence no longer bound to the past. This retreat is an invitation to come home to yourself. Not by adding something, but by letting go of what no longer serves.
Practical information
General info
We are guests at the retreat and meditation centre “The Garden of Nâm” in Nijar, Andalusia, where you can immerse yourself in an oasis of silence. A stay at this centre will leave you with new sources of energy and deep insights into yourself and your relationship with the world around you. A rejuvenating and revitalizing experience! At this beautiful location, we are welcomed by the resident community, who respectfully embraces this retreat. As a group, we respect the daily customs of this community. One of those customs is that three Asha meditations are held every day. You may participate in these at your own choosing. Before or after each meditation, there is a meal, in silence. Our programme takes place in 2 to 3 parts spread throughout the day. There is ample time for silence, contemplation, processing, writing, and being alone with yourself.
Planning
DATES: 01 – 07 NOVEMBER 2026
- 01 November: arrival day
- 02 to 06 November: retreat
- With 04 November as a free day (optional) hiking day trip to Huebro
- 07 November: departure day
There are no direct flights to Almería airport in November. It is possible to fly to Almería with Vueling (connection in Barcelona) or with Iberia (connection in Madrid). You can be picked up from Almería airport. Another option is to fly into Granada, Malaga, or Alicante. From there, you can rent a car or van (possibly together with others). There are also buses from Malaga and Alicante to Almería.
Rate
Cost: €880
- Including 3 meals per day
- Including overnight stays in a double room with shared shower and toilet
- Surcharge for a single room with shared shower and toilet
- Surcharge for a single or double room with private shower and toilet
- Surcharge for an extra-large room for 1 or 2 persons with private shower and toilet
The price does not include travel to and from the venue.
Facilitators
Josien Metske (praktijknu.com) and Marjoke Laan have a longstanding collaboration in offering trainings and constellation days.
More information? Or would you like to register?
Please get in touch via the contact form or by e-mail with Marjoke. There is space for a maximum of 10 participants. Upon registration, Marjoke will contact Hubertus, our host, to check which rooms are available for reservation.