Conflict Mindfulness Retreat

Conflict resolution is not just a skill; it is a state of mind. We combine the theories from conflict resolution, Buddhism and Psychology to offer a more holistic approach to helping you manage inner turmoil and improve your reaction to conflict.

 

The retreat is for those who would like to:

• Delve inside to find the meaning and purpose to the internal conflict that you may be experiencing

• Understand more about Buddhism and what it means to be enlightened

• Understand more about your role in conflict and how to better resolve it

• Understand more about Mindfulness

• Understand more about conflict coaching strategies and tools

• Gain professional development points and a tax deductable holiday

Often as a professional, we are very adept at managing conflict at work, with our colleagues or our clients. Often, its not easy to practice what we preach at home, and we struggle just as much as our clients. Improving ourselves is a life long journey, it needs a holistic approach, we need conflict resolution skills, we need to understand psychological theories and techniques and more importantly, we need to change our way of life.

This workshop is designed for professionals that are looking for a way to integrate a holiday with professional and personal development and network with like minded colleagues. The facilitators backgrounds are in Buddhism, Psychology, Mediation and Hypnotherapy and we aim to fuse these approaches to deliver a unique self development opportunity.

What do people say?

“Thankyou for realising your dream of organising this retreat. For me it has been an incredible journey of healing and respect I have enjoyed learning and have found your quiet unassuming approach conducive to gaining the best from each session"

“This has been the best professional development course that I have ever been on"

Who is the retreat suitable for?

The course is for those who would like to build their conflict resolution skills and resolve inner conflict and as such is suitable for all professionals/individuals. Mediator Style Resolution issues all atendees with a certificate of attendance and course outline for your professional development records.

Previous attendees include human resource managers, solicitors, mediation practitioners, employee assistance providers, psychologists, healthcare practitioners, counsellors and coaches to name just a few.

Download Retreat Overview

What is the true purpose of conflict? - Jorg Thonnissen

A Buddhist Model of Conflict Resolution

We know conflict can exist as a state of opposition between persons or ideas or interests. But what about the internal kind of conflict that we are experiencing almost every day within ourselves?
The practice of Nichiren Buddhism explains the true purpose of conflict, and how to deal with it effectively to get better outcomes. Being aware of the true nature of all phenomena as identified by the concept of ichinen- sanzen and expressed in the Buddhist chant Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo is the key to maintaining effective mindfulness. . - Jorg Thonnissen (Jorg's website) 

What is the aim of the retreat? - Heidi Smith

The aim of the retreat is to find the true purpose of conflict in our lives, to discover the repeating patterns and resolve them. Ultimately this is a journey of self discovery, its the conflict in our life, the distinction that shapes our existence, who we are and who we can become.

 

Fees and Inclusions

• Cost: $1450* inc GST - Spaces very limited to 10 people save 10% early bird special 15% if you refer a friend.

• Includes 3 nights accommodation, materials, and breakfast & lunch (2days)

• $250.00 deposit. Bookings are transferable however deposit is non-refundable

Conflict mindfulness retreat Vision Villas Bali - 2012

Dates: January 28th to 30th 2012

Availability: Limited spaces secure your place with a deposit now!

A boutique resort tailored to travelers and groups who seek to retreat, reflect, revive and renew.  Vision Villas creates the perfect opportunity and environment for a life changing experience. A haven of tranquil seclusion; it is the perfect location for relaxation, introspection and transformation.

Payments

Early bird special save 10% for payments before July 31st - extended to August 15th because of late advertising!

Registration Form

Full Payment, Deposit or Early Bird Full Payment $1,450.00 Deposit $250.00 Early Bird $1,301.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nichiren Buddhism readings

 

 

Recommended readings before or during retreat:

1. Buddha in Your Mirror: Practical Buddhism and the Secret Search for Self (Paperback) by Woody Hochswender (Author), Greg Martin (Author), Ted Morino (Author)

2. The Buddha, Geoff and Me: A Modern Story (Paperback) by Edward Canfor-Dumas (Author)

3. The Buddha in Daily Life: Introduction to the Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin (Paperback) by Richard Causton (Author)

For additional resources and readings online go to:

http://www.sgi-usa.org/ (USA)

http://www.sgi-uk.org/ (England)

http://www.sgt.or.th/ (Thailand)

http://www.sgiaust.org.au/ (Australia)

http://www.sgi-d.org/ (Germany)

 

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