Retreats: Dialogue Meetings

"The dialogue is a pooling of energy resources because looking into something – seeing, questioning, and discovering – is applied energy." – Toni Packer

The different dialogue formats which occur during and outside retreat are listed below. If you wish to attend a group outside of retreat, please contact us to confirm that it is taking place as schedule changes may happen.

For an example dialogue, see this conversation between Toni Packer and Lenore Friedman.

Large Groups in Retreat

Occurs every afternoon during retreat. Open forum to explore anyone's questions or observations as a group. Listening and exploring meditatively and freshly, not merely exchanging opinions. Retreat leaders usually in attendance.

Small Groups with Toni Packer in Retreat

Occurs evenings during retreats led by Toni Packer (but not retreats with Toni as participant). Six to eight people gather with Toni for an hour. Each person has the opportunity for a one-on-one dialogue with Toni while the others listen silently. Silent participation is fine. Each retreat participant can attend this meeting once per retreat.

Small Groups with Toni Packer outside Retreat

Occurs Tuesdays and Thursdays during Toni's on-periods. Same format as "Small Groups with Toni Packer in Retreat", but usually smaller — about 5 people. Currently scheduled from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Please contact us to reserve a place if you wish to attend. Requested donation is $30 per person.

Dialogue Groups during On-periods and Off-periods

During on-periods and silent weeks occurs on Saturday — Toni and other teachers attend. Currently from 3:30-4:30 p.m.

During off-periods occurs Saturdays and some Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. — teachers other than Toni attend.

Format same as "Large Groups in Retreat", but smaller — about 10-15 people. Please contact us to confirm that a group is taking place as schedule changes may happen.

Private Meetings with Teachers (other than Toni) in Retreat

Meetings are 20 minutes each. There is no strict limit on the number of meetings a person can attend.

Private Meetings with Teachers (other than Toni) outside Retreat

Meetings can be easily arranged and are available at no charge. Please contact us to schedule a meeting.