This will be the second of two back-to-back week long retreats at the beautiful Mandali Retreat Centre in Italy. There will be one day between the retreats to allow for a change over; guests are welcome to book into both retreats, if they wish. For those booking both weeks residentially at Mandali and wishing to stay on-site for the night between the two retreats, this can be arranged. Please email Neil for further information.

Together, we’ll explore the timeless wisdom of Awḥad al-Dīn Balyānī, the 13th-century Sufi mystic and author of Know Yourself: An Explanation of the Oneness of Being. Through guided meditations inspired by Balyani’s profound reflections on self-knowledge and unity, Rupert will offer deep insights into how these teachings reveal the essence of non-dual understanding.

For those who love to dive deeply into the heart of the non-dual understanding, retreats offer an unprecedented opportunity: seven days with Rupert and friends, nestled in a beautiful location in nature, where we steep together in the peace of our true nature. Retreats gather us in the heart of being, where we spend our days in self-abidance, friendship and creativity.

Each day features guided meditation in which we rest in being, as being, as well as dialogue in which we discuss the non-dual understanding. Between gatherings, we enjoy three delicious vegetarian meals, where the love and understanding effortlessly transmits itself through friendship. In the evenings, we might relax with friends, watch a film together or celebrate through poetry and music.

Whether you seek peace, happiness, truth, love or freedom – or if you would simply like to reunite with old friends – retreats provide the priceless opportunity to taste your true nature in an atmosphere of kindness and beauty. The people you meet on retreat will quickly become your non-dual family, so please join us as we gather in the spirit of friendship to celebrate the unity of being.

Perched on a hilltop just over an hour from Milan, this welcoming retreat centre offers stunning views of Lake Orta and the Swiss Alps beyond – an environment perfectly suited for our gathering. During your stay, enjoy access to the venue’s spa and pool facilities, along with opportunities to explore the rich natural landscape surrounding the centre. Learn more about Mandali.

Mandali offers a beautiful space to practise yoga, with one class available each day for attendees. As places are limited, attendance is on a first come, first served basis.

Covid rules & regulations: Since 1 June 2022, the green pass is no longer required to enter Italy from EU member states and other foreign countries. This is subject to constant change. Please visit the website of the Italian Health Ministry for the most recent updates.Mandali offers a beautiful space to practise yoga, with one class available each day for attendees. As places are limited, attendance is on a first come, first served basis.

This retreat will also be available to join via livestream for those unable to attend in person. The online format includes all main sessions of Rupert’s guided meditations and dialogues, two of the dialogue sessions will be integrated with Zoom to give livestream participants the opportunity to ask Rupert a question. All sessions are broadcast live from the venue and will also be recorded for replay during and after the retreat.

Supported tickets will be available upon application and will be available for application directly from the event page listed under Livestreams in the Events section of the website.

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