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Returning Warriors™ Retreat is intended as a transitional
journey that takes participants through a series of passages
on the long pathway to recollection of Self before trauma.
The activities are contemporary applications
of healing techniques used for thousands of years to address – among
other things – the transition from Warrior to peaceful
and productive member of the tribe.
We provide a natural, transitional context
within which Returning Warriors can recognize and engage their
internal wisdom and resources for intervention and change. In
this supportive setting, participants learn about the Warrior's
place in the personality, and effective coping mechanisms to
assist in adjusting to change.
Participants also learn healing practices and
ceremonies they can use on their own. They will begin an ongoing
healing process for the Warrior and his external support system
of family, friends, loved ones, and community.
Program Structure
Everyone is expected to fully engage in experiential activities that
will generate and enhance self-awareness and guide internal wisdom
and understanding to emerge.
Mornings will be devoted generally to discussion and dialog,
providing information and processing the previous day’s
events. Afternoons include exercises and creative work, plus
time for individual and/or group discussions with facilitators.
Evenings are devoted to ritual and ceremonial activities that
teach participants through experiential encounters and set up
the following day’s proceedings and events. Ample time
will be provided for self-reflection, enjoyment of the surroundings
and rest.
Going Forward
Returning Warriors™ retreats are best presented in your home community
for follow-up or ongoing support. Special programs are also scheduled
by Ravens Grove for both veterans and trainers.
If you are interested in coordinating a retreat in your area,
please contact us for more information about the program and
scheduling.
Those interested in participating in the program as a facilitator,
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Schedule At A Glance
This is an overview of the weekend retreat
schedule. The actual schedule may vary depending on the needs
of the group. Activities include discussion, exercises and ceremonies,
and time for personal reflection.
Thursday Evening
Arrival, check in, and meeting the facilitators and other participants.
Friday
The Warrior's Intent
A commitment is necessary for any change to occur. We will discuss the
nature of commitment to change, and make a choice. Tools for the retreat
are introduced, and the retreat formally begins with an initiation ceremony
in the evening.
• Building the Medicine Wheel
• Medicine Wheel Ceremony / Initiation
Saturday
Stalking the Shadow Warrior
What is the "warrior within?" How was it created and why? The
Warrior archetype. We will begin to understand the Warrior in us all
and the right use of Warrior power in the culture.
• The Shadow Warrior
• Letting Go
• Fire Ceremony
Sunday
Returning Lost Pieces of Self
Soul Loss and its place in healing. Cleansing rituals. Soul Retrieval
Journey.
• Re-membering Self
• Curses / Intrusions and healing
• Soul Retrieval Journey
Monday
Closing the Wounds
Review and closing ceremony.
For more information or
to register:
Phone: 512-586-2736
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