The Invitation to Radical Freedom -
We often spend a lifetime seeking love, happiness or power, whether it be through relationship, wealth, status, or even spirituality; but none of this gives us what we’re really looking for. At the core of this seeking is the desire to be free of suffering. Once we recognise this, we can open to the possibility of true fulfilment. "Satsang" is a meeting place that offers a gentle yet uncompromising pointer back home to where all seeking ends and authentic living begins. Over the seven days of this "satsang retreat", you will be invited into a conversation that is fresh, intimate, passionate and graceful. You will be invited to give yourself totally to the inquiry into what is true beyond all inherited concepts, ideas and beliefs. And you will be invited to discover the untarnished freedom that is your natural state of being.
Ultimately, this retreat is about waking up to who you really are. This isn't about achieving a "spiritual high" but about inviting the fire of truth to purify all that is false in you. This requires both courage and tenderness. In the bowl of deep acceptance offered over this week, you will have the opportunity to face all feelings, thoughts and sensations as they arise in the present moment, and to examine their validity. This is not "therapy" as we will not attempt to fix anything: we'll be looking beyond the "story" to the wholeness and perfection that is already here. By being willing to be fully present to "what is", the luminosity of being that is your birthright can reveal itself through you as you. We'll also be exploring how this luminosity can be embodied and expressed in the midst of everyday life.
And if all this sounds too serious, don't be concerned .. there's a delightful innocence and joyful playfulness in "satsang" that often brings spontaneous laughter bubbling up to the surface!
Retreat Programme -
Each morning will be a Satsang Session, which includes Silent Sitting, Discourse and Self-Inquiry. You may ask questions, share your experience or simply enjoy the silence.
In the early morning, before the start of the morning session outlined above, there is also the opportunity to take part in yoga / tai chi / qi gong (when offered by the Kalikalos community teachers) - this is optional.
The afternoons will be free for enjoying the beauty of Greece, perhaps sunbathing on the golden beaches, swimming in the deep blue of the Aegean Sea, walking in the cool forests, or just relaxing at the centre.
The early evenings are spent together "working" in the community, perhaps preparing dinner, watering the garden, helping with admin or with the washing up.
After dinner, there may be additional events such as dancing or music (provided by the Kalikalos community teachers, optional) on some of the evenings. The invitation throughout all these activities is for you to embrace both the mystery and mess of human existence!
There is no need for experience of meditation or self-inquiry, just a genuine desire for authentic freedom and the willingness to investigate what is true ...everyone is welcome!
What previous retreat participants have said -
"There's a razor sharp veracity to Amoda's presence, bringing awareness to delusions and blocks, and allowing the heart to speak right back to itself."
"In a nutshell - simply and gracefully, Amoda turns the mind inside out - allowing one to be taken by surprise! The benefits of which continue to linger"
"The retreat left me with the inspiration to continue with silent sitting and present moment awareness. Amoda reaches the parts that may otherwise remain obscure!"
"Thanks to Amoda's retreats, I have found my home in my heart. I am present, in the now, and embracing life fully. Wow, what a brilliant place to be!"
Retreat Details -
September 12th - 19th
The retreat starts on Friday September 12th in the evening (please aim to arrive any time after 2.30pm) and ends on at 12 noon on Friday 19th.
The cost of the retreat is €450 and includes all meals (vegetarian) and shared accommodation (in 3 or 4-bed rooms). You can also have a twin (add 75 Euros), single room (add 150 Euros) or a tent space (5% reduction).
For more info about the Kalikalos community and Kissos Centre, please go to Kalikalos - here you can also find full info on how to reach Kalikalos by plane, train, bus or car.
For FULL INFO about Amoda's satsang retreat and to BOOK your place, please go to Amoda Satsang Retreat
There are several ways to reach Kalikalos, the closest airport is Volos, although you can also fly to Thelassoniki - for full instructions on travel, please go to
If you have an inquiry about Kalikalos (e.g. how to get there, meals, accommodation, etc) please contact the Kalikalos community here http://www.kalikalos.com/information/contact.shtml
If you have a question about the retreat itself, you can contact Amoda Maa directly at [email protected]
