Temenos

~ BEING TOGETHER Spoil your beloved Mother with a weekend away in one of our quaint cottages in the magical Temenos Garden. Garden walks, sunny days, and log fires by night. Also included in your 3 nights stay is a complimentary three-course lunch for Two at Tebaldi’s Restaurant on Sunday R2,075 per person, sharing Double accommodation only Beverages excluded BOOK via email reception@temenosretreat.co.za Temenos, South Africa’s most loved and authentic retreat

DINNER FOR TWO with Christiaan Campbell & Team Escape to the country and immerse yourself in a beautiful dining experience at Tebaldi’s Restaurant in the heart of McGregor Village. Your garden cottage with fireplace awaits in the surreal gardens of Temenos. What your package includes: ~ 1 night’s accommodation for 2 ~ a welcome drink on arrival and meet the chefs ~ a 3 flight menu of 2 savories and a sweet (Excludes beverages) ~ a glass of port delivered to your cottage after dinner (with your sweet course if preferred) ~ bread shaping with our baker early morning (optional) ~ the best coffee and breakfast at Out of Africa Cafè at Temenos R890 per person, sharing for the months of April and May only Double occupancy only (twin or king) Tebaldi’s Restaurant Contemporary. Conscious. Country. Cuisine. Bookings and Enquiries

Take the road to nowhere this Easter. Stay at Temenos - your oasis in the heart of McGregor Village. McGregor is bursting with life - explore and browse all the village’s hidden gems, enjoy wine tastings at the various estates, go on a guided hike, be creative in a pottery class, take a gentle yoga session…. or simply relax and restore. During your stay, start your days with great coffee and breakfast at Out of Africa Café, where you can also find the best sticky cinnamon bun for a mid-morning snack! Dine in our restaurant Tebaldi’s for dinner - a chic yet cozy space offering sincere service and contemporary conscious country cuisine. This package includes a 5-night stay, 3 delicious breakfasts at our Out of Africa Café and a 2-course dinner at Tebaldi’s Restaurant ~ R3400 per person sharing For those who enjoy traditional Easter festivities, Temenos will be offering an Easter programme. For more information visit our website: www.temenosretreat.co.za

Join me at the beautiful Temenos Retreat centre from the 12th to the 14th of April and engage yourself in the process of letting go through creativity. The peaceful surroundings, beautiful rooms and scrumptious food all makes for a restorative midweek getaway. Included are two nights' accommodation, two dinners, two breakfasts and two-morning creative workshops for R4900. Book now as it's just around the corner and spaces are limited. Visit my website maryartretreats.wixsite.com/mcgregor for more information. Can't wait to host you, Mary-Louise Read More and Book

Winter is the perfect time to retreat inwards. A time of quiet reflection, to collect your thoughts and find clarity. A time to restore, renourish and connect to the wisdom and intuition within. The busy-ness, noise and overwhelm of life can so easily drown out our inner voice – a voice that speaks with authenticity, clarity, truth and wisdom, if we only make the time and space to listen and hear what it has to tell us. Set aside time and space for yourself at the beautiful Temenos Retreat in McGregor where we’ll guide you through a weekend of mindful practices designed to turn your attention inwards, fill up your cup, and connect to your authentic nature. So that you leave feeling restored and more in tune with you, so you can engage more authentically with the world – in your relationships and your environments. What’s included: ~ 2 x night’s accommodation (sharing or private) in beautiful ensuite cottages nestled in the healing gardens of Temenos Retreat in McGregor. All cottages are ensuite and enjoy a private patio and fireplace ~ A specially-designed schedule of mindful practises (accessible to all levels of practitioner) – including daily yoga, breath work, yoga nidra, meditation and interactive discussion ~ A nourishing, delicious daily vegetarian menu of brunch, healthy snacks and dinner (meals can be tailored to suit an individual’s dietary requirements) You will also have plenty of free time to do whatever your heart desires. Our retreat venue has many quiet spaces to explore and enjoy quiet contemplation; an extensive library of Health and Healing books for you to choose from and to enjoy either reading in front of a log fire in the library or your cottage; trails and hikes to ramble upon in the surrounding area; the quaint, historic village of McGregor – one of the Western Cape’s best kept secrets – to explore. Cost: Share with a partner/friend / stranger in a spacious double or twin ensuite room – R5,900 per person EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Book & pay by 31 March – R5,000 per person Enjoy a double/twin room by yourself: R7,500 per person EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Book & pay by 31 March – R6,375 per person Cost does not include transport to and from the venue. To book: Contact Leigh at leigh@houseofyoga.co.za “With every breath I plant the seeds of devotion – I am a farmer of the heart. Day and night I see the face of union – I am the mirror of God. Every moment I shape my destiny with a chisel – I am the carpenter of my own soul.” Rumi About your hosts: Leigh is a 500hr qualified yoga teacher and the proud founder of House of Yoga in Cape Town – an urban sanctuary where people from all walks of life come to reconnect with themselves. She has practiced yoga for 18 years and has explored various styles of yoga (including Hatha, Iyengar, Vinyasa, Scaravelli and Ashtanga) and is privileged to be able to share with others what the practice has gifted her, through movement, breath work, meditation and yoga nidra: being comfortable and at home in the body and with oneself; to re-access the intelligence centres of the body to balance out overstimulation of the mind and incessant thought; and to take responsibility for one’s body and overall well being. For Leigh, every time we step onto our mats, we begin a journey – a journey home to ourselves. Yoga is about celebrating the adventure of life, being human, our uniqueness, but also our connection of all things. Vicky is the founder of The Inner Alchemist – a community for people to restore their self esteem and find flow within their daily lives. She is a certified life coach focused on helping people to rediscover slowing down and self care, to make more aligned choices for their lives. Vicky will guide you gently to boost and protect your mental health, to move away from burn out culture and to restore balance into your life. After a decade in the demanding world of advertising, Vicky understands the effects that stress and striving can have on mental health. Her philosophies are founded on the principle that all solutions lie within, and through redirecting your awareness back to yourself, you are able to restore well-being into your body, heart and mind. More Details at: https://www.houseofyoga.co.za/events/devotion-to-self-retreat/

For those who follow traditional Easter traditions, there will be a Thursday meditation in The Well at 18:00. Good Friday meditation 11:00 in The Little Way. Easter Sunday meditation 09:00 in The Little Way

Imagine leaving this retreat feeling happier, lighter and optimistic about life. This is possible! Together we will explore some of our core beliefs and traumas and acknowledge the negative, while giving space to identify the positive influences in our lives. Journey with us to the underworld to shelve our traumas, meet our guides and discover a treasure-trove of gifts we have been hiding from ourselves. Life's hard. We all know that. But you're not alone. You'll find out during this retreat how you can release trauma and heartache so you can have the life you deserve – fun, exciting, and full of love and laughter – even if you don't feel like it right now! You are the master of your own destiny, and we can show you how to charter your course away from discontent and unresolved issues – thereby releasing joy. Healing is possible, fun, liberating, and life-changing! We can learn how to reforge our neural pathways to stop ourselves from attaching to our (and other people's) pain bodies. Join husband and wife team, Robin and Rob, on this journey of self-discovery – in the tranquil and beautiful wonderment of the Temenos gardens. Robin and Rob haven't always been happy. But for the past 20 years they have recreated their lives and they make sure they laugh every day. Please come along prepared to have gentle fun. There will be laughter, meditations, journeying, walking, intuitive dancing, vision-boarding, painting and collage. The retreat will be held at the Temenos Retreat Centre. Checking in will be from 2pm on Friday 21 April, and we will gather for dinner at 5.30pm to begin the retreat. We will close just before lunch on Sunday. Sunday lunch is not included in the price of the retreat, but we will have a substantial late tea on Sunday. Otherwise, all meals are included in the price and are vegan. Accommodation for Friday and Saturday night are included in the cost, and there is an option to stay Sunday night for free. The retreat fee is R5 200 per person for sharing accommodation and R5 700 per person for single accommodation. An immediate deposit of R1 000 secures your booking. The balance is payable on 13 April 2023. Please book soon as space is limited. Booking can be done by contacting Robin at ryule.coach@gmail.com or WhatsApp 082 449 8435. Bank details Payments can be made into the following bank account: R Yule Standard Bank Account number: 071443509 Reference: Your name + Happiness Cancellation policy If you cancel your reservation up to 4 weeks before the retreat, you will be refunded in full. Cancellations 2-4 weeks before the retreat, there will only be a refund if your place can be re-sold. Cancellations up to 2 weeks before the retreat will not be refunded. Bios Robin Yule has many years of experience providing mindfulness and life skills coaching. She works with clients to help them to find inner peace, healthy core values and move away from unhealthy behaviours. Robin uses a combination of CBT, DBT, NLP and mindfulness techniques to help clients who are struggling with difficulties of life. Robin runs a busy practice in the beautiful village of McGregor. Robert Yule is a traditional health practitioner and provides a powerful, experienced and caring approach to working with clients using gentle earth-based techniques of healing, such as plant spirit medicine, intuitive healing and traditional remedies. Robert holds safe space and provides natural, integrative therapies – helping the client find balance and peace.

Take a drive through the breathtaking Breede River Valley to your destination oasis in the heart of McGREGOR. Stay any two nights at the magical Temenos between the 13th and 15th of February When staying with us, Our Valentines gift to you includes daily breakfasts and a romantic 2-course lunch with a complimentary glass of bubbly on arrival under the trees. R1925 per person, sharing. Contact reception to book, our email address is reception@temenosretreat.co.za or online via www.temenosretreat.co.za We look forward to welcoming you.

The Venue Join us in the abundant gardens of Temenos Retreat, McGregor in the Western Cape – a sanctuary where there is an array of bird life, plant life and so many hidden gems, including meditation rooms, a labyrinth and a Library. It’s the perfect place for stillness, self-reflection and provides an opportunity to connect with nature and her elements. The Possibilities “Our human compassion binds us to one another – not in pity or patronisingly, but as human beings who have learnt how to turn our common suffering into hope for the future.”~ Nelson Mandela Hope is the belief that circumstances will get better. It’s not a wish for things to get better – it’s the actual belief, the inner knowing that things will get better, no matter how big or small. In the face of significant challenges and losses along our journey, hope is the mood in which we hold a commitment to possibility. Hope is not passive; it is living and breathing. It is at the core of who we are. This is an invitation to honour our human capacity for hope. Come into stillness and do some internal work – breathe, meditate, move gently, declare yourself a learner and immerse yourself in a creative process that will help you center, let go of anxiety and begin to cultivate a mood of radical hope. Re-connect with your true essence. And most importantly, do this with self-compassion. Self-Compassion – makes it possible for us to be present with all of our experiences, including those that are difficult. It is the gateway to acceptance – of self, of others, of uncertainty. Fierce, fearless compassion – with courage, curiosity and trust in basic goodness helps us to see possibilities we might not have otherwise imagined or ever thought possible and invites us to take action. Personal Investment R5900 for single cottage R5700 for sharing (with friend or relative) 3 nights accommodation at Temenos Retreat in McGregor. All fresh, healthy vegetarian meals, art materials, guided meditations, mindful movement and Creative Guiding/Coaching PLUS one follow up Coaching session with Karen after the retreat. Sunday evening’s dinner Monday morning’s breakfast are not included. The cottages are set up for self-catering. Beverages from the restaurant are not included. (Special coffees, teas, bottled waters & sodas.) ALCOHOL IS NOT ALLOWED ON THE RETREAT. We start at 16:00 on Friday the 17th. Wellness treatments are available at an extra cost. Please make bookings in advance here: https://www.temenosretreat.co.za/wellness A Creative Approach Creative Guiding centres on the creative process and journey of making art rather than the finished product. Karen gently nudges and guides art-making in a supportive environment. She draws on inspiration from nature and its elements, stories, poetry and other stimuli. The Emphasis is on the experience of creating, developing, learning and reflecting. There is a deepening of self-awareness in which one’s thinking does not override the process of spontaneity and creativity. It’s about an inward exploration, being in the present moment, letting go of expectations and being curious about whatever emerges. No art experience is required. Your Host Karen embodies care, love and deep respect for personal dignity and brings a presence to her coaching that is both compassionate and encouraging. This in conjunction with her sensitivity to all in a group creates an environment for all to explore and discover. Karen facilitates processes that expand through three key approaches: Ontological Coaching, Leadership Embodiment & Creative Guiding. Guest Teacher Ts & Cs Completing and submitting the registration form is a sign of a firm commitment to this retreat – including payment. Payment is Due IN FULL on submission of the registration form. The retreat will run with a minimum of 4 participants. If, due to unforeseen circumstances the retreat is cancelled, you will receive a full refund. If the retreat is rescheduled, you will have the choice of a refund or to attend on the new dates. A cancellation request by you 15 days prior to the retreat will be refunded at 50% of the total cost. A cancellation request by you cannot be refunded within 15 days prior to the retreat. You may transfer your registration to another person. Please contact Karen at +27 82 828 2028 for any transfer requests. By submitting the registration form, you hereby indemnify Karen Nebe against any and all damages, illness and/or loss of whatsoever kind, caused by Karen Nebe’s involvement (whether direct or indirect) in terms hereof and render Karen Nebe harmless against any claims (regardless of whether they arise). https://karennebe.com/2023/01/30/17-20-march-2023-a-year-of-hope-theselfcompassionbreak-temenos-retreat-mcgregor/ Karen Nebe | +27 82 828 2028 | karen@karennebe.com

This early Autumn weekend retreat is suitable for beginners as well as experienced practitioners and is held in a nurturing and containing atmosphere of contemplative silence. We will focus on the cultivation of life-affirming qualities of mind and heart which support the development of courageous and compassionate presence, necessary for embracing the joys and sorrows of life. In addition to sitting, standing and reclining meditations, our embodied awareness will be enhanced by daily sessions of the ancient movement meditation qigong, optional yoga/mindful movement and aromatherapy massages, as well as silent walking meditations through the beautiful gardens of Temenos. There will also be time for restorative rest and short, individual sessions with Sue during the retreat. Delicious vegetarian/vegan food will be savoured in silence as part of our integrated practice. This retreat ends with lunch on Sunday 26 March and includes free accommodation on Sunday night. Embrace the season of transition in the magical gardens of Temenos with compassionate awareness. A pre-retreat individual session via Zoom/Whatsapp is required for newcomers or if you have not attended one of Sue’s residential retreats before. The fee for this will be the 50-55 minute medical aid rate and will be reduced if necessary. Please contact Sue on sue.stillmind@gmail.com to arrange a time. Bookings: admin@stillmindretreats.com Pricing & Accommodation Costing: Single En-suite Accommodation & Food: R4000 Teacher's Fee: R3500 Total: R7500 Shared en-suite Accommodation & Food (available to couples/friends only): R3750 per person Teacher's Fee: R3500 per person Total: R7250 per person As always, further reductions on Sue's fee and payment plans are available on request. A deposit of R1500 to R2000 (R1500 of which is non-refundable) confirms your place. You are welcome to pay in installments and the full balance is due by the 31 October unless you have a pre-arranged payment plan with Sue. Optional Extras: Massage: R650 for 60 minutes Yoga/Mindful Movement to be confirmed Accommodation Options: (please visit Temenos to view gallery) Library Suites: Avila - Georgian cottage, twin beds, shower, fireplace, private braai patio Jamil - Georgian cottage, twin beds, shower, fireplace, private braai patio Iona - Georgian cottage, double bed, bath, fireplace, private braai patio Lisieux - Georgian cottage, twin beds, bath, fireplace, private patio Garden Cottages: Assisi - Thatch roof, twin beds, shower, fireplace, private braai patio Subiaco - Thatch roof, twin beds, shower, fireplace, private braai patio Carmel - Thatch roof, double bed, shower, fireplace, private patio, braai area Chiara - Thatch roof, double bed, shower, fireplace, verandah Spiral Cottages: Athena - Twin beds, fireplace, shower and bath. Braai facilities Beulah - Twin beds, fireplace, shower and bath. Braai facilities The Hermitage: Beni Abbes - A private & contemplative cottage with a double bed, separate lounge, shower, fireplace, thatch roof. Bank Details Account Name: Stillmind Retreats Cheque Account: 62506345637 First National Bank, Rondebosch Branch Code: 201509 Reference: Your name & 24 Mar Please email proof of payment as well as confirmation of your booking including your contact number to admin@stillmindretreats.com. Cancellation Policy Although individual circumstances will be taken into account the following applies to all bookings. Please note that the refunded amount/percentage is calculated on the full retreat fee. 4 – 6 weeks prior to retreat: If your place is filled, there will be a refund less the non-refundable deposit, but in the event, your place is not filled there will be a refund less 50%. 2 - 4 weeks prior to retreat: If your place is filled, there will be a refund less the non-refundable deposit, but in the event, your place is not filled, a refund less 75%. 2 weeks or less prior to the retreat: If your place is filled, there will be a refund less the non-refundable deposit. If your place is not filled, then no refund is possible, but individual circumstances will be taken into account. More details: stillmindretreats.com