The Natural Man
'The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be'
Immerse yourself in nature and experience this unique males-only retreat. This popular retreat is an invitation to explore your sense of self, values and ethics through a powerful personal exploration that whisper to your heart. It is an opportunity to connect and communicate on a deep subtle level with horses and learn more about yourself as they help guide you towards meeting your truest, most powerful self.
Description Overview
Once you have settled into the beautiful surroundings of Portugal by Horse and the safe container that it offers, you will begin your journey to meet the man you know you are meant to be, facilitated and mirrored by one of the best gurus, the horses. The main intention of this retreat is to heal and transform the mental, emotional and physical blocks that are limiting you from being the truest most masculine version of yourself. Where you as a man can be a boy, and your inner boy learns how to be a man! The compelling energy of our horses will push you out of your comfort zone whilst Adam supports you as you gain profound insights into your thought patterns and help you align your emotional reactions and behavioural responses. The first evening we will gather around the fire for an opening ceremony of introductions, followed by Kirtan to help you fully arrive in the space and to allow your nervous system to relax which will gift you the best opportunity to become receptive for a weekend of experiential learning and discovery. The morning yoga and meditation classes are facilitated to enable you to connect and become aware of your body and emotions through observing them with your mind which will help you establish your own unique starting point and prepare you for the Inner Alignment sessions with horses. Saturday evening we will prepare and cook our own food outside over an open fire. Once nourished Adam will lead a drum jam to create more connectivity within the group, and support you whilst you release any unwanted feelings and emotions that have surfaced during your time with the horses.
The retreat will conclude with a gathering and sharing circle to support the integration of what you have discovered during the weekend.
No experience with horses, yoga or meditation is required, however, if you are experienced, this retreat will gift you the opportunity to deepen your practice and gain more awareness of yourself. There will be additional support offered from the highly experienced therapists that reside at Portugal by Horse.
Besides an inspiring retreat, guests will enjoy the nature and countryside of Portugal and sample the delicious and healthy meals on the menu.
We look forward to welcoming you!
How horses connect us back to ourselves
Horses respond to the energy and environment around them which makes them exceptionally skilled at identifying and reflecting the parts of us we suppress or deny. Like saying we feel ‘fine’ when in truth we feel something different. One reason horses are so adept at reading us is because as a prey animal their survival depends on reading their environment, including us, to check for danger. When we bring horses into a facilitated situation, they will respond to whatever we are energetically presenting and give us immediate non-verbal feedback about ourselves.
Benefits
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Interact with horses whilst immersed in beautiful surroundings
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Engage and connect deeper with yourself and others
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Gain fresh insights about yourself
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Feel empowered
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Increase self awareness
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Become stronger mentally and find inner peace
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Improve physical health
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Enjoy an amazing vegetarian diet that will leave you nourished and content
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Supported by highly experienced teachers
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Indulge in the additional alternative therapies offered
What Makes This Retreat Special
Your facilitator Adam Shereston is a specialist in communication and horse behaviour and can accurately translate the horses response and messages to you. He is also an incredible spiritual mentor and has spent over a decade navigating his own inner self! The horses are your companion and will also act as your personal coach, together forming a great team to stimulate your personal growth and deepen the connection you have with yourself, others and life itself.
Program
Friday
16.00 - 18.00 Check in
18.15 - 19.30 Introduction & Opening ceremony
19.30 - 20.30 Dinner
21.00 - 22.00 Camp fire & Kirtan
Saturday
07.00 - 08.00 Yoga & morning meditation
08.00 - 09.00 Breakfast
09.00 - 11.00 Observation & Awareness
11.00 - 13.00 Tea & Coffee
11.30 - 13.00 Introduction to Horses
13.00 - 14.00 Lunch
14.15 - 17.00 Inner Alignment Horse Session
19.00 - 20.00 Dinner
21.00 - 22.30 Camp fire, drumming and sharing circle
Sunday
07.30 - 08.30 Yoga and morning meditation (optional)
08.30 - 09.30 Breakfast
10.00 - 12.30 Inner Alignment Horse Session
12.30 - 14.00 Lunch
14.00 - 16.00 Inner Alignment Horse Session
16.00 - 17.30 Closing ceremony
